Belinda (Belinda Carlisle album) "Stuff and Nonsense" is a cover of Tim Finn's song originally performed by his band Split Enz on their 1979 album "Frenzy". The song "Shot In the Dark" was used as part of the "Out of Bounds" soundtrack. Critical reception Being her first solo album it was often compared with her previous work with the Go Go's. In general the album received mixed reviews but was well received by audiences. "Rolling Stone" wrote "The problem with "Belinda" is that all the ingredients are there, but the end result just doesn't feel right." Allmusic commented retrospectively that "The pop on Belinda
Real (Belinda Carlisle album) solo albums. Carlisle won over many critics who had previously reviewed her for her sensed lack of progression and willingness to take a chance with some edgier material. Randy Krbechek wrote "Belinda may not be the deepest songwriter in the world, but she delivers her tunes with conviction, and puts real meaning into her songs of love, life, and heartache. In fact, Real is one of the best albums addressing a woman's perspective on relationships". The album made its debut in the UK Albums Chart at number 9 on October 18, 1993, making "Real" Carlisle's fifth consecutive Top Ten album