The album sleeve states that "Much credit for 'The Pot Smoker's Song' must go to the kids of Phoenix House in New York City.

On early UK copies, "The Pot Smoker's Song" was replaced by a b-side titled "Broad Old Woman (6 A.M. Insanity)".

Cash Box called "Brooklyn Roads" a "nostalgia filled glimpse of the 'good old days' of childhood" that has "solid vocal and lyrical impact" as well as "excellent production work and reasonable dance appeal.

"[1] Record World called it "a stirring, autobiographical song with Thomas Wolfe overtones the kids will love.

[3] Record World called "Sunday Sun" a " walking-talking song" and described it as a "rhythmic, hypnotic new ditty.