Lana Del Rey’s ‘Bluebird’ Dominates Billboard’s New Music Poll
This week, Lana Del Rey’s latest ballad, “Bluebird,” has emerged victorious in a publicly conducted poll by Billboard, securing its place as the preferred new music release among fans. The poll results were announced on April 18, revealing that “Bluebird” garnered an impressive 62% of the votes.
Strong Competition and Background of the Song
In a competitive landscape, “Bluebird” stood out against sizable releases from other renowned artists, including Morgan Wallen and Post Malone with their track “I Ain’t Coming Back,” and Addison Rae’s “Headphones On.” The poll highlighted Del Rey’s captivating songwriting, which reflects her unique blend of alt-pop influences.
“Bluebird” marks the second single from Del Rey’s upcoming, yet-untitled studio album that leans into country music themes. The song features soft fingerpicked guitar and piano melodies, paired with Del Rey’s signature ethereal vocals. In her lyrics, she expresses themes of longing and resilience, singing, “Little bird, bluebird/ Fly away for both of us/ For you have wings and I’ve no means to fly.”
Inspiration Behind ‘Bluebird’
Del Rey recently opened up about the inspiration for “Bluebird” in a heartfelt Instagram video. She described how the initial melody and lyrics came to her during a transformative moment in her past. Reflecting on a relationship that had been on pause, she shared, “I started humming this chorus to myself… when he called and asked me if I wanted to go for a walk. I was kind of excited, but I didn’t think it was a very good idea.”
The title was inspired by an unexpected encounter with nature. Del Rey recounted, “All of a sudden a bird smacked in the double-pane window doors of my bedroom… it was so emotional—because you know when you just know that something is meant for you?” She hinted at a unique connection she feels with the natural world, especially during pivotal life moments.
Recent Performances and Poll Highlights
“Bluebird” follows her previous single “Henry, Come On,” which achieved second place in last week’s fan poll, receiving 12% of the votes. As part of her promotional efforts for this new work, Del Rey is scheduled to perform a special country-themed set at the upcoming Stagecoach music festival in Indio, California, on April 25, further contributing to the anticipation surrounding her new album.
Wallen and Malone’s collaborative track “I Ain’t Coming Back” was the runner-up in this week’s poll, reflecting the ongoing popularity of both artists in the music scene.
Conclusion
For detailed results of this week’s music poll and to explore a variety of new releases, readers are encouraged to check out Billboard’s Friday Music Guide.