[3] Derik John Baker, known professionally as "Virginia to Vegas", stated that "This Sucks."

was written in Virginia to Vegas' "signature electro-pop style," adding that it "features his plaintive vocals effectively paired with Porter’s clear delivery".

[5] Michael O'Connor Marotta of Vanyaland said the track "tackles" the subject of seeing "an ex-lover while out and about" with "electro-pop vigour".

[7] Lefuturewave noted "an engaging tone," saying the "chorus’ electronic-influenced style will keep listeners spellbound".

[8] Enigma Online said the track was "driven with a quintessential pop beat but feels melancholy at its core," adding it is "the perfect soundtrack to one of the year’s least favorite transitions" as summer transitions to fall.