Critics would often praise the production value and catchiness, but become weary of Combs' public figure and character, citing the remarkably materialistic nature of his lyrics and an overall lack of originality; commonly alluding to a style over substance argument.
Critics typically commended the production value and catchiness, yet grew weary of Combs' public image and character. They observed his materialistic lyrics and perceived lack of originality, which they compared to a style over substance argument.