grohl explained the meaning of the title, stating that it is about "a search for hope in this day and age where you feel as if you're fighting for your life with every passing moment, and everything is on the line." instrumentally, "rolling stone" described the track as a "raucous yet melodic rocker with colossal guitars and pounding drums that drive forward while lighter, pop-tinged instrumental touches swirl underneath." many journalists noted the high energy of the song, with blabbermouth noting its "propulsive melody" with "heartfelt lyrics" and a "rousing chorus", and "nme" describing it as "blistering" and "euphoric". team rock/classic rock magazine described the track as having a huge sound that would go over well in large arenas and music festivals.