Is Natural Force a good place to start with Bonnie Tyler?

Yes, Natural Force is recommended as a starting point for new Bonnie Tyler listeners. A rich blend of emotive ballads and upbeat pop-rock anthems driven by Bonnie Tyler's powerful, gravelly vocals. Released on May 19, 1978, 'Natural Force' marked Bonnie Tyler's third studio album, following her breakthrough success with 'The World Starts Tonight' in 1977. At this point in her career, Tyler was solidifying her presence in the music industry, transitioning from a promising artist to a mainstream pop figure.

Who is Natural Force for?

Natural Force works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, introspective late-night listening and melodic storytelling experiences.

How many songs are on Natural Force?

Natural Force has 10 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.

Natural Force

Bonnie Tyler · 1978

38 min · 10 tracks · country music

A rich blend of emotive ballads and upbeat pop-rock anthems driven by Bonnie Tyler's powerful, gravelly vocals.

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Top tracks — play these first

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It’s a Heartache Start here — This track not only showcases Bonnie Tyler's distinctive vocal delivery but also became her breakout hit, resonating with audiences worldwide and defining her early sound.
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Living for the City — A cover of Stevie Wonder’s classic, this rendition highlights Tyler's ability to infuse soul into pop-rock while addressing themes of urban struggle and resilience.
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(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman — Tyler's interpretation of this Aretha Franklin staple displays her vocal intensity and emotional depth, showcasing her range and ability to connect with the song’s themes of love and empowerment.

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 vocal performances and varied instrumentation but lacks a cohesive narrative throughout.

What we noticed

The album opens with the hit single 'It’s a Heartache,' which sets a mid-tempo pace that is maintained through the first half of the record.
Several songs incorporate call-and-response vocal patterns, particularly in the choruses, emphasizing Tyler's powerful vocal delivery.

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

dynamic emotional journeys
introspective late-night listening
melodic storytelling experiences
engaging vocal performances
steady, consistent energy levels

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album solidified Bonnie Tyler's reputation with hit single 'It’s a Heartache'.
Themes: powerful femininity· emotive ballads
Moods: Introspective· Dreamy
Career context: Released on May 19, 1978, 'Natural Force' marked Bonnie Tyler's third studio album, following her breakthrough success with 'The World Starts Tonight' in 1977. At this point in her career, Tyler was solidifying her presence in the music industry, transitioning from a promising artist to a mainstream pop figure.
Stylistic neighbors: Cher· Pat Benatar· Tina Turner