"Loudwire" described the song as having "Middle Eastern drum patterns" and called it a "slow burn building to big, cathartic crescendos". They also praised Keenan's vocals, noting the lyrics "seem to address a rejection of fear and negativity from outside sources." "Loudersound" described the song as "a lengthy, polyrhythmic song that slowly reveals its secrets. A carefully calculated trip that nevertheless hits emotional pressure points." "Metalsucks" praised the song's mixing, Carey's drumming and Jones's guitar tone. It was nominated for Best Rock Song at the 2020 Grammy Awards.