Vanity Fair Sits Down With America’s Unconventional Pop Star: Billie Eilish

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Fame reacts differently to different people. Yet, one thing that is resolute is how the evolution of fame in one’s career drastically changes.

At just 15 years old, Billie Eilish rose to fame with her hit song “Ocean Eyes” which provides a soothing and calm vibe in accordance with the slowed-down tempo. The song is simplistic in itself, but, her voice elevates it and rather shines a light to her talents. Far from a one hit wonder, Eilish has been collaborating with her brother, Finneas O’Connell, since 2016 to create beautiful songs with immense complexity.

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From “Bellyache” to her newest single, “when the party’s over”, Eilish continues to resist the normal constraints of pop and has instead created a new genre for herself: one that cannot be defined but rather highly valued for its uniqueness. Her range of creativity displays her willingness to constantly reinvent herself. Shy from conventionality, Eilish confidently reflects her inventiveness not just through her music, but also through her style. She adopts androcentric fashion and constantly reminds people how she is not afraid to be who she is or even who she wants to become.

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Now, at just 16, she has made a name for herself in the music industry. From her debut album, “dont smile at me”, released in 2017, to her most recent release, “when the party’s over,” Eilish continues to be a force to reckon with. Making a name for herself, she is breaking the barriers in her genre by simply not allowing for her to be conformed to a particular formula for making music.

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With all of this success, it is understandable how the hustle and bustle can become grueling. Although it may seem that she is on top of the world, it is difficult to sift out her perspective. In her most recent interview with the acclaimed publication, Vanity Fair, one can see the brutal and life-changing effects of success introduced to a young woman early.

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In the interview, Eilish is asked the same questions from her previous meeting with Vanity Fair a year ago. The publication successfully executes in keeping every aspect of the interview the same. To the format of the interview itself to the interviewee, everything is exact. The only change we see is Eilish’s growth in perspective and maturity as fame continues to capitalize on her life.

365 days, one trip around the sun, and a birthday can cause a lot of change. In this interview, the viewers and Eilish can clearly see how it has shaped her into the artist she is today. Whether good or bad, it is hard to define what this drastic uproot has become in her life. One thing that remains certain is her ability to remain sane and to try and still maintain some normality as a 16 year old. She reflects and ponders on her old responses and moralizes certain advice from her past self. She seems to regret nothing, but instead credits those around her (Eilish’s mom and brother) for remaining her rock during this chaotic time.

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At the ripe age of 16, Eilish has been able to monopolize on her success and surmount amazing feats with her voice. She has become a force to reckon with by reminding the public that she is limitless in her ability to be different. This video reflects this.

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