Billie Eilish got inspired to write her song after reading Kurt Cobain’s tragic suicide note. She felt deeply for him, understanding his struggle with fame’s loneliness, which mirrors her own feelings.
Surprisingly, this song emerged from the upbeat movie “Barbie.” Director Greta Gerwig wanted a heartfelt song representing Barbie’s inner emotions, leading Billie and her brother to create this introspective piece. Despite its success, Billie didn’t initially realize how much it reflected her own life.
She had a tough time reconciling her happiness, especially after reaching great heights in 2019 but later facing challenges, like the pandemic and changing circumstances. Billie thought changing her appearance, going blonde, would help, but it made her feel lost. Eventually, returning to her roots, both musically and visually, gave her a sense of self and creativity.
The song reflects Billie’s realization that chasing external things for happiness wasn’t sustainable. She’s been reflective, especially as she enters her twenties and navigates the complexities of adulthood.
She feels a connection to younger artists like Olivia Rodrigo, feeling protective of them due to her own experiences in the music industry at a young age. Billie sees herself in these young girls and wishes to protect them from the challenges she faced.
