What makes This Woman by Kenny Rogers notable?

This Woman reached No. 1 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart and marked a significant moment in Rogers' career as it solidified his ability to create romantic ballads that resonated widely. The title track became one of his signature songs, showcasing his knack for storytelling within the context of love and relationships, ultimately contributing to his lasting influence on country pop music. Released in December 1983, This Woman came during Kenny Rogers' peak popularity following his 1980 breakthrough with The Gambler. By this point, he had established himself as a prominent figure in adult contemporary music, with a string of successful albums and singles under his belt. This album further cemented his status as a crossover artist appealing to both country and pop audiences.

How many songs are on This Woman?

This Woman has 1 track, running approximately 3 minutes.

This Woman

Kenny Rogers · 1983

3 min · 1 track · country music

A smooth blend of soft rock and country pop that showcases Rogers' warm vocals and heartfelt storytelling.

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This Woman — The title track serves as an emotional centerpiece, highlighting Rogers' ability to convey deep affection through poignant lyrics and a memorable melody.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

42 /100

Lowland

Higher than 1% of albums we've rated

The song showcases solid writing and production but lacks significant impact or uniqueness within the genre.

What we noticed

The track features a slow tempo with a steady drumbeat and prominent string arrangements that create a lush backdrop.
The vocal delivery is emotive, with Kenny Rogers using a conversational style that emphasizes the narrative of the lyrics.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 2/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This Woman solidified Rogers' reputation for romantic ballads after his earlier success.
Themes: romantic devotion· 1980s love ballads
Career context: Released in December 1983, This Woman came during Kenny Rogers' peak popularity following his 1980 breakthrough with The Gambler. By this point, he had established himself as a prominent figure in adult contemporary music, with a string of successful albums and singles under his belt. This album further cemented his status as a crossover artist appealing to both country and pop audiences.
Stylistic neighbors: John Denver· Glen Campbell· James Taylor