Critics generally praised the song's ambitious production while sometimes critiquing its lyrical depth.
: Described as alternative hip-hop or trip-hop, the song features a "rapping-like" vocal technique from Del Rey that mirrors other tracks on the album, such as "Diet Mountain Dew". National Anthem - Lana Del Rey (Audio)
Released in 2012 as a standout track on her breakthrough album, Born to Die , Lana Del Rey's is a high-gloss, alternative hip-hop anthem that critiques the intersection of love, wealth, and the American Dream. Audio Production & Composition Audio Production & Composition : It opens with
: It opens with sweeping strings and firework sound effects before shifting into a beat-driven groove. The production relies heavily on reverb and delay to create Del Rey's signature "hazy" sound. Critical Reception : The song is set in
: The track employs "reflective nostalgia," using historical and cultural motifs to examine the contradictions of American identity and the "hollowness" of its fairytales. Critical Reception
: The song is set in C minor with a tempo of 85 BPM .