Larry Flick from
Billboard magazine described the song a "sleek'n'sexy slice o'
jeep funk" with a "sophisticated toned and rich production", as well as praising the song's chorus. Peter Miro from
Cash Box remarked that Braxton "oozes sensuality with her phrasing on 'You're Makin' Me High', mated to tight, cascading backup harmonies, and a crossover-capable bass line. She projects allure sufficient enough to perpetuate her sultry, waif-like mystique." Alan Jones from
Music Week declared it as "a nagging and surprisingly sprightly
R&B workout", with the singer's "exceptional" vocals and deemed it "an obvious hit". Damien Mendis from the
RM Dance Update gave the song a full score of five out of five, writing, "Oh my gosh! The ever-reliable
Babyface hooks up with
Bryce Wilson of
Groove Theory to create a definitive true R&B flave that'll leave you begging for more. Check the recipe: phat '
Tell Me'-style beats, Intro/
Edie Brickell-ish guitar licks entwined with subtle bass and a floating eastern-sounding moog hook. Toni's effortlessly smooth vocal is textured beautifully with lushly layered backing harmonies. Delicious!" In a retrospective review, Pop Rescue complimented it as a "wonderful mid-tempo song, making the most of the sultry vocals, slinky bass and beats." The reviewer also added that the backing vocals "sound great – adding an extra layer of warmth." Richard Harrington from
The Washington Post stated that Braxton "can handle airy, upbeat material", like "You're Makin' Me High". He explained, "With its sinewy synth-line, it has more of a
West Coast sound than most
LaFace productions, but the impression is more joyful than ominous. A celebration of sexual desire, it also includes a bit of erotic breathing and a coy
masturbation reference". ==Music video==