Described it as a chorus belonging in a "Vegas revue" rather than a hip-hop album.
: There are two main versions: the original on Jay-Z's Kingdom Come and a remixed version titled "Welcome to Hollywood" on Beyoncé’s B’Day Deluxe Edition . Community Perspectives Jay-Z - Hollywood (Feat. BeyoncГ©)
“That's one of their bests and my all time favorite of their collaborations.” Reddit · r/beyonce · 1 year ago Described it as a chorus belonging in a
Fans often debate which version of the track is superior, though most agree it remains a hidden gem in their extensive collaborative catalog. : Beyoncé’s hook is the song's centerpiece
: Beyoncé’s hook is the song's centerpiece. Reviewers from The New York Times and The Guardian noted that she sounds "great" and leaves an "indelible voiceprint" on the track.
Many fans feel it's underrated and would have been a massive hit if it had received a music video.