How Billie Eilish & FINNEAS Created Oscar Winning Song 'What Was I Made For?' for 'Barbie'
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 12 ต.ค. 2023
- Join us on an intimate journey into the creative mind of FINNEAS as he takes us behind the scenes of his and Billie Eilish's hauntingly beautiful song, "What Was I Made For?" In this exclusive behind the song video, we delve deep into the emotional layers of the track and explore the intricate production elements that brought this masterpiece to life.
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So basically he produces music like a painter. That's such a cool and profound approach and it makes so much sense. Damn it, Finneas. He's such an inspiring artist. Him and his sister are the best duo
They're both so insanely talented. I can't wait to see the album.
My favourite artist
@@nasimmasonWhen did they announce a new album? And what date is it? I’m so excited!
@@Fatasha776 I can't remember what video but there's an interview with billie talking about the album. I'll try find it for you.
@@Fatasha776 no date yet, but they said its on the final stages, so we'll probably get an announcement soon
Finneas has to be one of our generations best producers. He’s insanely talented
Brakence makes him look like a kindergartener scribbling stick figures
How is this comparison adding anything to the conversation? You could've stated your preference or recommended another producer's work. Instead you just sound like a whiney 1 dimensional fan with zero range. Learn to contribute without being an edgelord. @@user-hu8yw8vw6p
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He's the only reason billie is famous.
This interview just confirms what we already know about the genius of these two towering talents. Not just technically accomplished, but infused with emotional intelligence, warmth and compassion that sets them apart.
“warmth and compassion that sets them apart”
That's a great comment❤I think so too, yes also the emotional intelligence 👍🏻
the fact that we live in a time where we can just watch masters at work for free is something I am grateful for everyday. Incredible production
Right! I love learning from the artists their process… here, pure creativity & genius… like seeing a painting come to life.
In Madrid there is a museum, Museo Reina Sofia that houses Pablo Picasso’s “Guernica”, for me, the best part if the exhibit hall is all the sketches and seeing his process in the creation of the final work of art… fascinating & just very cool!
It is pretty dope
Love watching Finneas and Billies process.
Smart kid right there
Here you are. May as well have my James Bond Theme proposal too cos I’m not going to get noticed th-cam.com/video/Ze58j747T9Y/w-d-xo.htmlfeature=shared
It's so satisfying
“If the audience took some profundity away from something & I felt nothing, I’d rather the opposite be true. I’d rather make music that *I* love.” That hit me.
I love how he always praises is little sister, and she always does the same about her big brother. Their relationship is so incredibly special. He is a literal genius.
I’m realizing I would love to hear a full instrumental film score produced by Finneas!! I think that would be incredible
Don’t worry, I’ve done 2 and I’m working on a third
@@Finneasofficial I should’ve done my research 😅 wow!! Amazing! I’ll make sure to check ‘em out - and I can’t wait for the next one!
Thanks for the reply!
@@FinneasofficialOH MY GOD
@@ptizzy_ I know 😅 wild!! But so cool
@@Finneasofficial amazing!
Fabulous music aside, I absolutely LOVE how he always has Billie’s back. He basically said to everyone who thinks they KNOW them and what they’re about, that those people have no clue. Finneas and Billie are forever EVOLVING as musicians and as people, and that’s okay!
I love your attention to detail
They're so lucky to have each other. I can't even make dinner with my siblings 😂
@@nottheone582 they always argue too, but they also laugh and have fun making music, they know how to respect their family and this is the first thing.. then by always being together since they were children (homeschooled kids) they are used to living with arguments, then they said that as they grow up they are arguing less so it's good😊 with normal not toxic family, the more you grow up the less you argue with them… teen phase is normally the worst phase!
She's made sexist comments towards men and is very superficial, we don't need to know her to know that she is not a good person. People who are good people don't body shame others like she did
@@jimhansen9753She said something rude when she was like, 17 years old. Teenagers sometimes say dumb things they regret later. And you forget the part where she later apologized for saying it.
I hope this song wins a grammy or an oscar it's such a beautiful song.
it will.
Why not both? 😅
Oscar?
@@xsomili5501 yes lol, just like she won an oscar with no time to die
this would be her second oscar if she wins
@@wheniwasolder021 I thought Oscar was for acting?
Honestly I need a “10 hr loop of Finneas talking to sleep to” him explaining their process of making music is just so!!! You can really feel the passion.
It’s calming and also _slightly_ boring. Perfect! 😂
I know that Billie is always in the limelight, but Finneas is probably the true master behind her music.
He is. The parents planned it out perfectly. It’s always been him to bring the music together and Billie is the one who sings it
He told his mom that he was going to make Billie a Pop Star when she was 12.
Can't believe he's giving us access to such intricate things..was sick to watch!
I'm sure Billie and Finneas already know this but Finneas is a massive part of her success. The rest of it is Billie's great vocal talent and likeability (she radiates empathy so is probably the most likable artist on the stage today).
Finneas is a production god, he is a mastermind, I don't understand how his mind works to be able to create the incredible production he does.
A musical genius and a very nice human being.
Bro this guy really IS a genius..
I love love LOVE seeing how all these little background invisible nuances melt into the song where you may not know what's in there but it's so magical what it adds. Finneas is the most talented and genuine producer I've ever heard. And Billie's voice is just so perfectly fitted into what Finneas makes. They're the perfect songwriting team.
such a talented, honest, well spoken guy....
This is edited so well 🤌🏼🤌🏼🤌🏼
they will get their second oscar!
Agreed
and they got
@@AA-VV-II hooray!
This man is a GENIUS
Crying, punching the air right now because when they get it, they get it. That’s all I got to say.
Could listen to these two talk about music all day everyday
Which two?😂😂
7:32 this is exactly what I love about his production, I always listen to billie’s music and EVERY TIME… I kid you not every time I find a new favourite sound in the song, it feels amazing and chilling when the music I listen to everyday still feels new ❤️ also my favourite part of the song is Billie’s ad-libs in the second chorus like those back vocals of her yelling “I don’t know how to feel” gives me chills even tho it’s so subtle. It makes me sad in the best way possible
He‘s so well spoken and knowledgeable. Truly inspiring!
One of the best songs of 2023 hands down… never heard a song so beautiful
grammys and oscars aren't ready for these two !!!!!! BILLIE AND FINNEAS ARE TRULY THE BEST
They already won the Oscar for their James Bond best film song.
Many more to come to I'm sure.
they take such good care of their songs
Finneas possesses a natural gift for artistry. I was truly captivated by the way he eloquently discussed the creation of this song. The video was fantastic. Like @jp_idol, I wholeheartedly concur that we need more videos of this caliber! I thoroughly enjoyed the video; it was crafted like a movie.
this guy is brilliant. surprised to see such a technical DAW deep dive on variety but I’m here for it. So rad
Finneas is an ARTIST at the level of the most relevant artist in whatever discipline you could think of.
Fascinating. Who would ever think there are so many musical pieces to this song when it sounds so minimal and raw... and gorgeous.
Real musicians, true artists.
🔊 I like Finneas talking about his music work on Billie's music : he can freely give e-lessons to many beat-makers or musicians that appreciate what he have to make.
Waiting for the 100% rock album of Billie. 🔊
Oh after Happier Than Ever, I'm fully expecting some rock influence in her next album.
@@forciaroandha9855 not just an influence ! A full-body of rock where Billie & Finneas will prove they're complete artists.
@@FjKGKjF I think that would be so dope. I don't know what direction it's heading in, but judging from the EP and her single I'm assuming not there. Unfortunate but eventually. I also want to hear one from Taylor Swift to be honest.
@@forciaroandha9855 As Drake would say : we gon' see. x)
(6:34) I absolutely love the choir/cathedral vocals. Every second of this song is sheer genius!
Props to Finneas, for everything he does. I feel so inspired by how he explained every single little detail that went into making what was I made for. And I swear the way he and Billie interact with Each other is beautiful. Billie is amazing as a person and man she has changed a lot when she was so young. Talented, beautiful, inspiring, kind, caring, lovable to her fans, and so much more.
Grammys secured for Finneas and Billie 🏆
lol the grammys. beyond meaningless since the early 90s
@@adamcoethanks for sharing
Locks for Visual Media and Video. 50:50 for ROTY. Unclear for SOTY. Unclear for Billie and the duet. A super duper GREAT year for anybody else. Good year for B&F.
Well said! Fulfilled prophecy.
@@adamcoeyup, when Jethro Tull beat Metallica for best hard rock/heavy metal, I stopped watching. And then years later I think it was MTV when Beyoncé didn’t win in the woman’s category but that same song won for best overall, I was done. I also stopped watching any awards show as they are all garbage anyways…
i like how finneas and billie make music together in the public eye because now if either one of them ends the other as a result of sibling rivalry it requires a lot more effort to hide the fact :)
brandish tactics, as i always say.
I remember watching a video where Finneas came up with the piano sound in “Everything I wanted” and IM STILL taken aback from his creativity in that moment.
This comment section is A VIBE!!! Love it! 😍 Not unexpectedly, of course, as Billie and Finneas seem to be both incredibly empathetic and kind people 😊
Wonderful to land in a corner of the internet that is this positive and supportive 🥳
Oh and the song is a masterpiece, I get goosebumps every time I hear it. ☮️ &❤️
Love your comment! I think this song is one of my all-time favorites. I just don't ever see not getting emotional when I hear it. It gets stuck in my head for days at a time. I'm an older person, but Billie and Finneas' music speaks of my life just as easily as a teen...the mark of brilliant artists! 💞
Agreed! I’m glad to have found this lovely lil happy corner of the internet! 🥳
Such a beautiful work, Finneas💛
This song hits so hard. A true masterpiece.
OMG ! ❤❤❤❤ Incredible !
Finneas just opened a deeper door to the beauty of this song. This man is not only a genius... Finneas is a GOD ! ❤😢
Billie and Finneas are f genius, they're so good!
I can’t wait for more and more of the world to give Finneas his laurels and honors as really one of the best producers of our time!! Each song is always smarter and more complex than I think it is 😅
Awesome that this song is genuinely so simple and so complex at the same time
This is so majestic. The love I have for these two is unreal.
He’s absurdly talented. A genius! Love seeing the process of this beautifully made song
I've said it before and I'm more convinced than ever that it's true: Finneas is the modern George Martin. It's truly such a good thing how open he is to sharing his work at this depth, yet he continues to surprise, despite showing us how the trick is done. I'm so looking forward to seeing how he and Billie progress through their careers.
it's so interesting knowing the process of songs in general,, but this one is just majestic hope it wins grammies and oscars
The definition of making something look easy.
Litterally art. I love listening to their stuff and finding hidden shit like he mentioned. Everytime I listen to the song I find something I didn’t hear before
I love how finneas creates and arranges music to suit the right feel and give a beautiful color to it.
He’s just so unique and creative ✨🫶🏻
Finneas has such a beautiful manor. just the way he expresses himself and also billie is so enticing to watch. probably the most talented producer out there.
I could listen to him amd billie talking about their music non stop. This is so inspirational
I would love to see more of these from variety🤩👍
It’s incredible how Finneas explains something in the song that I never noticed and then after I hear it clearly
FINNEAS NEEDS A MASTER CLASS
Finneas is a music genius! I would not have found my fave artist ever if it wasn’t for him. I always include him when I praise Billie because he’s the one that makes things happen!!! 🥹🥹🥹
Wow, I could cry, he’s so talented. They are amazing. The analogy of painting a sunset- I totally get that. This is beautiful!
I love them so much you can’t even imagine
Listening to his stuff on really good quality monitors is such a joy. The precision and intimacy of the soundstage image he creates, it's incredibly inspiring. It is wonderful to let it just wash over you, but the fact that all the technical details are there as well if you want to take that away is just the icing on the cake.
He’s so wise. One of my favorite producers/artists, this man.
Finneas you are so talented you rock a lot
Absolute production wizard! Talented artist that really focuses on intricate sound layering to evoke powerful emotion in their work
they’re like the best duo ever
The organ arpegios 😩 soooo perfect
I've never felt so connected with a producer/artist like him. Absolutely outstanding work he does, especially with his sister Billie!
So much going on in the background, amazing to see.
Him & Billie are the ultimate duo. I'm always amazed at their creative process 😍
Have to amend a previous nod to just Billie for this song, because clearly it is the genius of Billie AND Finneas that made this amazing work, one that is exactly one of those songs you feel on a subatomic level. They are both next level and so look forward to all the music they continue to make together.
i could hear him talk for hours. beautifully explained. thank you for your art, finneas💌
I LIVE FOR THIS STUFF. PLEASE HAVE FINNEAS BREAK DOWN EVERY BILLIE EILISH HIT THAT HE MAKES.
From the past and all of the future hits he makes. Please and thank you.
MASTERPIECE! I confess I don't know Billie's music AT ALL. When I watched the Barbie movie and this song came on I was immediately like WHO IS THIS? Then forgot about the song. Today, during a difficult time, the song came on the radio AND I sat in my car... feeling every word and every wave and every second of this song in it's entirety!! Watching this video and all the layers and hidden elements... I am in love with the song. It sounds so simple. So natural. It touches your soul. The arrangements are beautiful. The words created for Barbie are cute but it's such a heartfelt melody.
I hope you have time to explore more Billie❤
Their parents must be BUSTING with pride. Amazing musicians - creators - people
Incredible behind the scenes look at how this song was brought to life. A beautiful dance of art and science! Great interview!
Finneas é tudo de bom. Muito talentoso, sou fã dele 👏👏👏🎙️🎙️🎙️
This song will earn the following nominations.
1. Grammy Award for Best Song Written for Visual Media.
2. Grammy Award for Best Pop Solo Performance.
3. Grammy Award for Song of the Year.
4. Grammy Award for Record of the Year.
5. Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song.
6. Academy Award for Best Original Song.
Finneas you are so precious 🥲
So knowledgeable and yet so humble. A rare combo. We need more of that.
man speaks about Billie like he's not just as amazingly talented as her. like, man..these two are musical geniuses!!
He always do a perfect job… they both are genius ❤
I watched a live version of this song that had the tears flowing down my face. One of my favorite songs of hers.
Bellyache was the first song that I heard around the time she first came out and I was immediately in love. Nobody really knew who she was yet. I remember being completely shocked that she wasn’t more popular, and then she blew UP. It was bittersweet because she was our little secret for the fans that did love her. We wanted to keep her to ourselves. 🥹
To watch her grow, evolve, her sound change several times…it’s been amazing. This young woman is one of the most talented artists that we are going to see in our time, and this family is so beautifully talented. I love what these two have created together.
I loved this l! Finneas is such an amazing person as well!! ❤️ this song is everything to me thank you for creating a masterpiece finneas
Love his passion for music production... and his talent.
this whole interview literally a proof how deserving this song is to be played around the world. if this song won a grammy and people ask why, just show them this video
Thank you for sharing this. I'm so moved by the closeness you share as siblings and the beautiful art that you create together. I wish I had that with my siblings, it's a rare gift. I also love that your parents slept in the living room so you could have your own bedrooms. I did the same for my son and was judged for it. I'd give my life for that kid, what's a bed matter. You do what you can with what you have. Look at the stellar humans they raised. Proud parents, no doubt. Respect 🤜🤛👊🎵✌️
I love stuff like this. they're both so talented & genuinely seem like they enjoy making music together w/ nothing being forced.
he's such a genius
I adore the behind-the-scenes of brilliant Finneas' and Billie's masterpieces! I will never tire of watching and listening to them talk about their process. Thank you for this little video @Variety 😘
That man is already living legend.
3 things.
1: Best song of the both of you ever. And what a great production.
2: Love the new decor of your studio (after the localised flood, so to speak, what a mess).
3: Latest CD "happier than ever", first new LP (in 37 years and using a 47 year old deck) "don't smile at me".
Thanx, Variety, for the great interview.
P.S. And great video clip, great backyard concept, great realisation.
P.P.S. CS80 really?
Whoever did the editing is amazing! 👏👏👏👏
I love these videos that show the creative process!! absolutely love them!!!!
gorgeous, simply amazing
FINNEAS IS A GINNEAS
@ppparvvv yes he is he’s a legend in his own right.
Watching this right before listening to the full song is probably the best idea
So clear & generous sharing of all the details.. incredible song, we see all the making of and break down of parts, yet all the mystery of this track remains intact. Thanks for making this video.
I live for those videos of Finneas breaking down his songs 🛐
Hope you guys post more of this content. Love the idea