The album was a critical and commercial success, marking a comeback for Bonds after several years out of the limelight.

Dedication was the first of two albums on which he collaborated with Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band, the second being On the Line, released the following year, 1982.

The musicians accompanying Bonds on the album include many members of the E Street Band and the Asbury Jukes.

In a 2016 career retrospective interview with Pods & Sods, Gary revealed that a few additional songs and outtakes recorded during this time may eventually be released.

[6] Music writer Dave Marsh called Dedication "one of the most successful comeback albums in rock & roll history".