It's About Time
Kenny Loggins · 2003
44 min · 10 tracks · country music
A reflective blend of soft rock and pop, infused with heartfelt narratives and smooth melodies that evoke nostalgia.
Top tracks — play these first
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It's About Time Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's theme of self-reflection while showcasing Loggins' signature smooth vocals and engaging lyrics about seizing moments.
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Alive 'n' Kickin' — This upbeat anthem serves as a celebration of life, featuring an infectious chorus that emphasizes resilience and positivity amidst challenges.
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I Miss Us — With its poignant lyrics, this track reflects on lost relationships and longing, highlighting Loggins' ability to convey deep emotion through storytelling.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features reflective songwriting and consistent acoustic arrangements but lacks standout moments that elevate it.
What we noticed
- The first track introduces a slow tempo with layered harmonies, setting a reflective mood that persists through the album.
- Several tracks feature prominent acoustic guitar arrangements, which create a warm and inviting sound throughout.
- The lyrics often focus on personal experiences and introspection, with recurring themes of nostalgia and relationships.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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 pacing for reflective moments
- uplifting grooves for positive vibes
- storytelling that evokes nostalgia
- gradual peaks in emotional intensity
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek high-energy party anthems
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks a return after a long hiatus, showcasing continued relevance and reflection.
- Themes
- personal reflection· nostalgic storytelling· lost relationships
- Career context
- Released in 2003, It's About Time marked Kenny Loggins' first studio album since 1991's Leap of Faith. At this point in his career, he was transitioning back into the music scene after a decade-long hiatus, returning with a fresh compilation of personal and introspective material that reflects his journey as an artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jim Croce· James Taylor· Dan Fogelberg
Tracklist
- 1 It's About Time Start here 4:24
- 2 With This Ring 4:15
- 3 Alive 'n' Kickin' 5:01
- 4 I Miss Us 4:03
- 5 The One That Got Away 5:24
- 6 Brothers 5:53
- 7 This Is How My Song Goes 4:07
- 8 Doin' It Right 3:46
- 9 The Undeniable Groove 4:54
- 10 No Other Voice 2:27
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