It debuted on the Billboard Pop Songs airplay chart at number 27, marking the highest debut for a solo female artist on the chart since "Torn" entered at number 26 in 1998, and eventually reached a peak position of number 15. The song garnered media attention for its empowering message as well as suggestive lyrics that evoke masturbation.
In 2015, Steinfeld starred as Emily Junk, in the musical comedy film Pitch Perfect 2, where she debuted her musical aspirations.