Belinda Carlisle the Germs). Carlisle has been alternately described by critics as a "punk diva" and "pop princess." As a singer in the Go-Go's, Carlisle was associated with the new wave genre, and the band was remarked by critics for their style that "inject[ed] punk with the sound of California surf music." Her subsequent solo releases, beginning with her self-titled solo debut, "Belinda" (1986), were remarked by critics as more polished contemporary pop music. Her early inspirations during her childhood were the Beach Boys, Cat Stevens, the Stylistics, and the Animals. As a teenager, she saw Iggy Pop on the cover of
Sun (Belinda Carlisle song) on April 1, 2013, via her VEVO account 'Radio Creme Brulee' gave the song 4.5 out of 5, saying ""Sun" is hands down Belinda’s best single in over two decades" Clare Heal of 'Daily Express' said "Sun" is "an infectious slice of electro-pop as memorable as anything from her heyday". Sun (Belinda Carlisle song) "Sun" is the first single released by American singer Belinda Carlisle in 15 years and is included on a new US compilation album, "ICON: The Best Of" and a new UK compilation album "The Collection". On March 13, 2013, following a lengthy break from releasing solo