Writing for Allmusic, critic Vincent Jeffries wrote of the album " This collection of nostalgia, decent balladry, and quirky anthems probably reinforced any notions of Joe Walsh's creative decline ... this reflective, sometimes half-hearted effort bellies a weariness that's both sad and difficult to appreciate as this master goes through the motions.

Writing for Allmusic, critic Vincent Jeffries wrote the album " fulfills expectations to a degree, but the songwriter's weakened comedic instincts and extreme sincerity make Songs for a Dying Planet a difficult recommendation.

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