Yeah, exactly what got me to think that, clarity vs intuitiveness vs noise and then whether it's a matter of taste or a design standard thing

Firstly though, hmm maybe I'd add icons... but maybe that's noisy and less satisfactory 

sorry for yapping so much, just curious 

 I think you nailed it. Just need to play around with intent and see what works. Ultimately, users will also inform you of something needs tweaked.