On the NPR Basic Jazz Record Library radio show in 2011, Murray Horwitz and A.B. Spellman noted that "Poinciana" became "standard dance music" at parties, and, abridged, appeared on jukeboxes, because "Jamal lets the bass and drums establish a Latin groove that's very appealing.
During an episode of the NPR Basic Jazz Record Library radio show in 2011, Murray Horwitz and A.B. Spellman stated that "Poinciana" became a popular dance music choice at social gatherings, and it was also simplified for jukeboxes because "Jamal's bass and drums establish a captivating Latin beat.