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's success marked a turning point in Jennings' career, surpassing his previous efforts. Some tracks, like "Where Does Love Go" and "Suddenly Single," have a contemporary sound typical of Bowen's style at that time, but Jennings' singing is characteristically strong. The title track, originally performed by Los Lobos, was the album's most successful single, reaching #5 on the country charts, and can be seen as Jennings' personal reflection on his past battles with the music industry and his ongoing sobriety.