Deborah Evans Price, of Billboard magazine reviewed the song favorably, saying that Kershaw "adds a bit of George Jones flair on this particular number."[1]
Music video
The music video was directed by Mary Matthews and Jeff Smith, and premiered in late 1992, and features a guest appearance by NASCAR driver Mark Martin.
Chart performance
"Anywhere but Here" debuted at number 73 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks for the week of October 3, 1992.