Angela Bofill – Too Tough (Vinyl LP)

Angela Bofill – Too Tough was released in 1983 on Arista and was produced partly by Narada Michael Walden and partly by Angela Bofill herself. The album combines boogie and post-disco grooves, as on the title track “Too Tough”, with soulful ballads. Also included: a version of the classic “Ain’t Nothing Like The Real Thing”.

On offer is the original US pressing from 1983 on Arista (AL 9616), with original inner sleeve (OIS) – the sleeve is still in its shrink wrap.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Arista – AL 9616
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album
• Pressing: US Original
• Country: USA
• Released: 1983
• Genre: Funk / Soul, Disco, Boogie – more in Soul / Funk
• Features: OIS – original inner sleeve, still in shrink

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: NM-
• Cover: VG+ (still in shrink)

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Too Tough (5:36)
2. Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing (3:04)
3. Tonight I Give In (3:21)
4. You Could Come Take Me Home (3:51)
5. Love You Too Much (3:56)

Side B

1. Is This A Dream (5:11)
2. Song For A Rainy Day (3:37)
3. I Can See It In Your Eyes (3:31)
4. Accept Me (I'm Not A Girl Anymore) (3:34)
5. Rainbow Inside My Heart (3:44)

Personnel

Narada Michael Walden (Producer), Angela Bofill (Producer, Arranged By [Rhythm]), Jerry Hey (Arranged By [Horns]), Francisco Centeno (Arranged By [Rhythm]), Jim Gilstrap (Backing Vocals).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, this is the original US pressing from 1983 on Arista (AL 9616) with original inner sleeve.

Who produced the album?
Narada Michael Walden and Angela Bofill herself shared production duties.

What do the condition grades mean?
We grade record and cover to the Goldmine standard, from M (Mint) through NM (Near Mint) and VG+ to G. All grades are explained on our Vinyl Grading page.

Where can I find more like this?
Browse our Soul / Funk collection.