The track has appeared on numerous Z Records anthologies, such as On A Soulful Tip and 30 Years Of Z Records .
Music critics and DJs from platforms like Traxsource have lauded the track for its timelessness. DJ Reactions at the time of its 2010 remix release included praise from ("soulful vibes"), Seamus Haji ("quality all round"), and Tony Humphries , who called it a "timeless song". The track has appeared on numerous Z Records
2. The Sunburst Band - Rough Times (Joey Negro Club Mix) from Joey Negro presents On A Soulful Tip. by Various Artists. Rough Times (Joey Negro Club Mix) [Z Records] - Beatport Rough Times (Joey Negro Club Mix) [Z Records]
Powerful lead vocals are provided by Yolanda Wyns , whose performance has been described by industry veterans as "classy" and "soulful". Seamus Haji ("quality all round")
The original composition was penned by the legendary Motown duo Ashford & Simpson (Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson).