[6] Southside Johnny thought that he was more attentive during the production of At Least We Got Shoes, and had resolved the personal problems that were present during the making of the band's previous two albums.

[7] Bobby Bandiera replaced guitarist Billy Rush prior to the recording sessions for the album.

[11] The Gazette wrote that "the world's unluckiest R&B band reaches for the brass ring, but grabs it only" on the cover songs.

The upbeat horn section polishes his New Jersey rock 'n' soul, updated only slightly by keyboard programs.

"[14] The San Diego Union-Tribune deemed the album "straight-ahead beer-sweat bar rock," writing that "this white T-shirt and blue jeans stuff swings like a sledgehammer.