I think it's pop fluff. I really don't like the verse melody - it's very awkward. The chorus is okay, but overall, I'm not crazy about it. I'm surprised - usually if an Ayu song has a poor melody or lyrics, the arrangement is at least awesome. But "BLUE BIRD" feels like its not sure what it wants to be: cheerful pop, driving rock, sunny dance. A song doesn't have to stick to one style, but if it's going to mix (which Ayu usually does - with excellent results), it should at least be done with skill. Morimoto Koji = new arranger... not sure how I feel about him. If that's the case, I'm not sure how I'll feel about Beautiful fighters, either (which he also arranged).

I'm really most excited for the Ladies Night remix. tasuku rocks my world.