The track is characterized by a sleek, spacey atmosphere that many fans feel would have fit perfectly on Astroworld .

"Heartbeat" is a high-quality demo that captures Travis Scott’s ability to create an atmospheric banger without much effort. If you enjoy his more melodic, "vibey" tracks, it's a . However, if you prefer his darker, more experimental work, it might feel like a "Cacti-commercial" level track that was rightfully left on the cutting room floor. Travis Scott - Heartbeat [LEAK] - SoundCloud

"Heartbeat" is a polarizing "grail" among Travis Scott fans that leaked during the lead-up to Utopia . While it ultimately didn't make the final album cut, it remains a staple in the unreleased community for its smooth, melodic energy.

: A standout for many listeners is the return of his energetic, classic ad-libs (like the "UHH! AHH!"), which some felt were missing from his later features.

: While some compare its energy to "NC-17," others feel it lacks the unique edge found in other leaked Utopia era tracks like "Lost Forever". Summary Verdict

: Much of the track's structure and writing is credited to KayCyy , who recorded a reference version that many fans still compare to the final leak. Critical Reception

: Conversely, others view it as one of his best leaks since 2018, praising the concise rapping and "beautiful" production that doesn't rely solely on beat switches to be interesting.