What makes Intuition by Angela Bofill notable?

'Intuition' received positive critical acclaim and solidified Bofill's position in the music industry during the late '80s. The album features the hit single 'I Just Wanna Stop,' which became a staple on radio stations and contributed to her enduring legacy in the soul-pop genre. By 1988, Angela Bofill was building on her success from the late 1970s and early 1980s. 'Intuition' was her fifth studio album, following the commercially successful 'Something About You' in 1983. This release marked a continued evolution in her sound, merging contemporary pop sensibilities with her soulful roots.

How many songs are on Intuition?

Intuition has 11 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.

Intuition

Angela Bofill · 1988

54 min · 11 tracks · pop music

A smooth blend of soul and pop, showcasing rich vocals over lush instrumentation and heartfelt melodies.

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Top tracks — play these first

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I Just Wanna Stop — This track showcases Bofill's powerful vocal delivery and emotional depth, making it one of her most recognized songs. Its catchy chorus and poignant lyrics about longing resonate with listeners.
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Love Is in Your Eyes — Opening the album, this track sets a romantic tone that highlights Bofill's ability to convey warmth and intimacy through her voice. Its melodic structure captivates immediately.
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Fragile, Handle With Care — This song explores vulnerability with lyrical sensitivity, demonstrating Bofill's skill in blending personal narratives with universal themes. Its arrangement complements the introspective mood beautifully.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

46 /100

Foothills

Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album features strong vocal performances and solid production but lacks standout compositions throughout.

What we noticed

The first three tracks feature a consistent mid-tempo groove, with lush instrumentation that supports Bofill's rich vocal delivery.
The album closes with a ballad that gradually builds in intensity, contrasting with the more upbeat tracks earlier in the sequence.

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: 5/10
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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Love Is in Your Eyes 5:10
2 Intuition 5:29
3 I Just Wanna Stop 4:31
4 Long Gone 6:06
5 For You and I 4:00
6 Fragile, Handle With Care 4:03
7 In Your Lovers Eyes 6:15
8 Love Overtime 4:32
9 Down the Line 5:53
10 Special Lover 4:37
11 Everlasting Love 3:48

What to play next

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1993

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Tell Me Tomorrow

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