They chiefly praised the album's dark, paranoid lyrics.

Bedtime Stories received generally favorable reviews from music critics, who praised the album's candid lyrics and production.

The song received generally favorable reviews from music critics; most critics praised Minaj's appearance and its personal lyrics.

Critical reception for The B-52's was generally favorable; critics praised the album's kitschy lyrics and party atmosphere.

Allmusic critic Lindsay Planer also praised the single's sales and its lyrics.

The song received generally positive reception from many music critics, who praised Madonna's lyrics for being inspirational towards her fans and family.

The song received mostly positive reviews from music critics, who generally praised its lyrics and piano instrumentation.

Casting Crowns received positive reviews from music critics, many of whom praised the album's lyrics and production quality.

He praised Adam Duritz' lyrics and called the album "deeply satisfying".