The track was produced by Alex da Kid and based on a demo originally written and recorded by Skylar Grey.
Reviewers from NME highlighted the "delicious" contrast between Rihanna's "smoothly pitched pain" and Eminem’s verse, where he is described as "practically screaming with rage". Critical Reception Love The Way You Lie (Part II)
Reception was generally positive, with some critics—such as those from the BBC—arguing that Part II actually improved upon the original by centering Rihanna’s "commanding" performance. Others, like the Chicago Sun-Times, felt it was an "unnecessary sequel" that muddied the song's social message regarding domestic abuse. The track was produced by Alex da Kid