It proved a greater commercial success than the singer's previous several releases, the peak of Jennings' popularity having passed. Some tracks, such as "Where Does Love Go" and "Suddenly Single," have a glossy, contemporary sound typical of Bowen at the time that dates them to an extent, but Jennings singing is characteristically strong. The well-known title track, originally performed by Los Lobos, was the album's most successful single, reaching #5 on the country charts, and can be interpreted as Jennings' own personal statement about his past battles with the music industry and his own ongoing sobriety.
The album achieved greater commercial success than Jennings' previous albums, signifying the culmination of his popularity. Some tracks, such as "Where Does Love Go" and "Suddenly Single," have a modern, polished sound typical of Bowen's style at that time, but Jennings' singing is uniquely distinctive. The well-known title track, originally performed by Los Lobos, was the album's most successful single, reaching #5 on the country charts, and can be viewed as Jennings' personal statement about his past struggles with the music industry and his ongoing sobriety.