 The LP contains three songs composed by Jennings as well as contributions from Bobby Bare, Mel Tillis, Harlan Howard, and Gordon Lightfoot.The LP's most successful single would be the Lightfoot composition "(That's What You Get) For Lovin' Me," which rose to #9.Stephen Thomas Erlewine of AllMusic writes that "Leavin' Town" showcases Jennings "developing a distinctive blend of country and folk."