This self-produced pop, urban masterpiece showcases the singer-songwriter's talent.
This work marked her departure from idol-like popularity and her establishment as a full-fledged singer-songwriter. By writing her own lyrics and composing her own music and producing her own songs, she carved out a unique position for herself in the Japanese pop scene at the time.
The light rhythm and catchy melody resonate throughout the album, creating a bright and open atmosphere. While incorporating the essence of city pop, her unique lyrical sense of melody stands out. Her vocals are pure yet expressive, perfectly capturing the urban worldview of the songs. The title track, "Coquettish Blue," in particular, is a firm favorite among fans. The meticulously constructed soundscape accentuates the tone of each instrument, creating a richly nuanced sound image. The album is well-balanced, ranging from up-tempo, danceable songs to introspective ballads, resulting in a highly polished composition.
A:
1)
I Feel Blue
2)
Baby, Please Me
3)
Crime
4)
Telephone!
5)
ガイ・ベネットの肖像
B:
1)
People! People! People!
2)
今は…
3)
悲しいバレンタイン
4)
雨のStrawberry Farm
5)
元気でね
Drums - Keith LeBlanc
Guitar, Bass - Skip McDonald
Arranged By - Kenji Omura (B1)
Guitar - Kenji Omura (B1)
Bass - Bobby Watson (B1)
Mastered By - Teppei Kasai
Lead Vocals, Keyboards - Mari Iijima
Producer, Arranged By, Music By - Mari Iijima
Keyboards - Takeshi Kobayashi (B1)
Synthesizer - George Tashiro
Synthesizer - Hiroaki Sugawara (B1)
Executive Producer - Ryuzo Kosugi
Drums - Shinya Ishitsubo (B1)
Recorded By, Mixed By - John Davenport (2) (A1,A2,A3,A4,A5,B2,B3,B4,B5)