Some critics from outlets like Stereogum called it "humorous, catchy, and contagiously fun," praising the chemistry between the two artists and the high-production music video.
While there isn't a widely recognized official "5-hour version" review, the original is one of the most polarizing comedy-rap hits of the late 2010s. Reviews typically fall into two camps: those who find it a "comedy masterpiece" and those who view it as an "artistic and moral trainwreck". Critical Reception Overview Freaky Friday - Lil Dicky ft. Chris Brown (5 HOUR VERSION)
Reviewers on Rate Your Music criticized the constant "dick jokes" and clumsy lyrics. Some critics from outlets like Stereogum called it
Others, such as Pitchfork, labeled it "arguably the worst hip-hop hit of the 2010s". Common complaints include: and contagiously fun