 The posse cut received mostly positive reviews from music critics, with West and Jay-Z's verses being cited as the highlight. Critics generally praised the production of the song, though the verse given by Cyhi received a mixed reception. Originally released in an unmastered form through West's GOOD Friday initiative, a weekly free music giveaway started by the rapper to promote the album. Following this, "So Appalled" made its way onto My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy with the addition of an extended verse. "So Appalled" charted on the Billboard Bubbling Under R & B / Hip-Hop Singles singles chart. West performed the song with Jay-Z at their Watch the Throne Tour and by Pusha T on his own tour.
