Rashaun Hall of Billboard was mixed on the song, commending LL's attempt to adapt to the crunk style but felt the hook was "derivative" and that Timbaland's production overpowered him, concluding that "For better or for worse, "Headsprung" marks LL Cool J's continued evolution as an artist."
Rashaun Hall of Billboard was mixed on the song, praising LL's attempt to adapt to the crunk style but felt the hook was "derivative" and that Timbaland's production overshadowed him, concluding that "For better or for worse, "Headsprung" marks LL Cool J's continued evolution as an artist."