Is Belinda a good place to start with Belinda Carlisle?

Yes, Belinda is recommended as a starting point for new Belinda Carlisle listeners. Bright melodies and infectious harmonies blend with new wave influences, showcasing a confident pop sensibility. Belinda Carlisle released her debut solo album 'Belinda' in 1986 after gaining fame as the lead vocalist of The Go-Go's. This album established her as a solo artist and marked the beginning of her successful transition from band member to pop icon.

Belinda works well if you're into bright, uplifting listening experience, short, engaging song durations and catchy hooks and melodies.

How many songs are on Belinda?

Belinda has 10 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Released 40 years ago

Belinda

Belinda Carlisle · 1986

37 min · 10 tracks · new wave

Bright melodies and infectious harmonies blend with new wave influences, showcasing a confident pop sensibility.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Mad About You Start here — This track stands out with its catchy chorus and energetic production, encapsulating Carlisle's vibrant pop appeal while becoming her signature song.
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I Need a Disguise — The song showcases an edgy sound combined with relatable lyrics about longing for change, illustrating Carlisle's ability to blend pop with deeper themes.
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Band of Gold — A poignant cover that highlights Carlisle’s emotive vocal delivery, offering a contrast to the upbeat tracks while emphasizing her versatility as an artist.
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I Feel the Magic — With its enchanting melodies and romantic lyrics, this song captures the essence of early '80s pop while showcasing Carlisle's charm and vocal prowess.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

48 /100

Foothills

Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album features strong melodies and harmonies but lacks depth for lasting engagement.

What we noticed

The first five tracks maintain a consistent upbeat tempo, while the latter half introduces slower ballads that create a contrast in energy.
Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the pop sensibility.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

bright, uplifting listening experience
short, engaging song durations
catchy hooks and melodies
feel-good background ambiance

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This debut solo album established her as a successful solo artist after The Go-Go's.
Career context: Belinda Carlisle released her debut solo album 'Belinda' in 1986 after gaining fame as the lead vocalist of The Go-Go's. This album established her as a solo artist and marked the beginning of her successful transition from band member to pop icon.
Stylistic neighbors: The Go-Go's· Cyndi Lauper· Pat Benatar