Although the songs all have Robin's signature simplicity of form, Barry's hand is evident in the melody lines, especially in the verses.

The only regulars from previous Gibb recordings was George Terry on guitar with Steve Farris of Mr.

The copyright registrations on the songs span only between 28 August to 16 September 1985, and a period of just a few weeks keys in with what Dowd recalled a tight budget.

However, "Like a Fool" was a smash hit in Brazil and the single "Toys" did reach #27 on the Canada Adult Contemporary chart.

Walls Have Eyes is rare on compact disc giving its distinction as the last solo album recorded by any of the Gibb brothers issued on vinyl until Barry's In the Now in 2016.