The song garnered a negative reception from critics. "Heat It Up" had less chart success than its predecessor "Ms. New Booty", peaking at numbers 24 and 57 on the Billboard Hot Rap Songs and Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs charts respectively.
The song was met with disapproval by critics. "Heat It Up" performed worse in chart standings than its predecessor "Ms. New Booty", reaching positions 24 and 57 on the Billboard Hot Rap Songs and Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs charts.