Top tracks — play these first
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Woman Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's theme of empowerment, featuring powerful lyrics that celebrate femininity and independence. Its catchy chorus and dynamic production set the tone for the entire record.
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Like it! — This upbeat track combines an addictive melody with playful lyrics about enjoying life and embracing one's identity. Its infectious rhythm showcases BoA's versatility as an artist.
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홧김에 (Irreversible) — This song contrasts lighter moments with deeper emotional themes, exploring the complexities of love and regret. The production enhances its poignant message, demonstrating BoA's lyrical depth.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends energetic production with engaging vocal arrangements but lacks strong thematic cohesion.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features a strong, driving beat and layered harmonies, setting an energetic tone.
- Several tracks feature call-and-response vocal arrangements, enhancing the sense of interaction and engagement with the listener.
- The final track concludes with a gradual fade-out, leaving a lingering emotional resonance.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- short, catchy listening sessions
- uplifting, positive vibes
- playful and energetic mood
- dynamic emotional shifts
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Showcases BoA's evolution and continued influence after a hiatus.
- Career context
- Released on October 24, 2018, 'Woman' marks BoA's return to the music scene after a four-year hiatus following her album 'Kiss My Lips' in 2015. This album showcases her evolution as an artist, blending her signature sound with contemporary influences while reinforcing her status as a veteran in the K-pop industry.
Tracklist
- 1 Woman Start here 2:50
- 2 Like it! 3:26
- 3 홧김에 (Irreversible) 3:39
- 4 Encounter 3:30
- 5 Little More 3:57
- 6 너와 나 (U&I) 3:02
- 7 If 3:16
- 8 No Limit 3:27
- 9 Good Love 3:12
- 10 습관 (I want you back) 3:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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