How About Now
Kenny Loggins · 2007
53 min · 12 tracks · country music
A reflective blend of soft rock and folk influences that balances nostalgia with contemporary themes of love and personal growth.
Top tracks — play these first
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A Year’s Worth of Distance Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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A Love Song — This track encapsulates the album's emotional core, featuring poignant lyrics about longing and connection that highlight Loggins' skill as a storyteller.
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I Don’t Want to Hate You Anymore — This standout single confronts complex emotions within relationships, offering a relatable message about reconciliation and understanding that resonates deeply with listeners.
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Truth Is — With its introspective lyrics and smooth melodies, this track showcases Loggins' ability to blend vulnerability with musical sophistication, making it a pivotal moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends reflective songwriting with solid craftsmanship but lacks standout moments that elevate it.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features mid-tempo tracks that build on themes of reflection and love, while the second half introduces a more contemplative tone.
- Several songs incorporate layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the emotional resonance of the lyrics.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady emotional exploration throughout
- reflective moments for quiet thought
- nostalgic themes of love and
- hopeful reflections on life's journey
- for late-night listening
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer instant gratification songs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Reconnection effort showcasing Loggins' enduring appeal after a long hiatus.
- Themes
- mature love stories· nostalgic reflections· emotional reconciliation
- Career context
- Released in 2007, How About Now marks Kenny Loggins' first studio album in over a decade, following his 1994 album, Outside: From the Redwoods. At this stage in his career, Loggins sought to reconnect with his roots while embracing new songwriting directions, showcasing mature perspectives on relationships and self-discovery.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jim Croce· James Taylor· Dan Fogelberg
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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This Too Will Pass
The bridge emphasizes resilience amid difficult times by shifting from personal reflection to a broader message of hope.
This transition broadens the song's scope, inviting listeners to share in both the struggle and the optimism, reflecting a communal sense of healing.
Tracklist
- 1 A Year’s Worth of Distance Start here 5:45
- 2 A Love Song 3:54
- 3 I’ll Remember Your Name 4:36
- 4 How About Now 3:59
- 5 I Don’t Want to Hate You Anymore 4:58
- 6 That’s When I Find You 3:57
- 7 If You Never Been There 4:00
- 8 Truth Is 4:19
- 9 Too Much (Never Get Enough) 3:56
- 10 This Too Will Pass 6:06
- 11 I’m a Free Man Now 4:35
- 12 One Last Goodbye Song 3:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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