 Richard Purden, of "The Herald", described "Big Bright World" as "a typically radio-friendly earworm reminiscent of Berlin-period U2", referencing that bands "Achtung Baby" album, which Garbage had recently recorded a cover of "Who's Gonna Ride Your Wild Horses" for an anniversary tribute record.The music video for "Big Bright World" was directed by Julie Orser, and filmed in June 2012.The video was premiered on Garbage's VEVO channel on August 19, 2012.