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How Billie Eilish and FINNEAS Created ‘What Was I Made For’ | Vanity Fair

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3 years ago

December 7, 2023

“When we were writing this we were very much writing about a character…and it wasn’t until two days later that I was like, ‘This is me.'” Billie Eilish and FINNEAS take us through a very intimate journey inside of their creative minds as they unveil how they created their soundtrack for the movie ‘Barbie.’ From the “physics” involved in the intricate production elements to Billie’s “heartbroken” yet powerful delivery, the duo dissects every step behind bringing their hauntingly beautiful song to life.

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26 Comments

@Angelajazzb

December 7, 2023 at 1:39 pm

Billie’s vocal choice was spot on for an emotional piece like this. She’s like a cloud singing for the sun ⛅️

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@karubrandao

December 7, 2023 at 1:45 pm

i had a dream with billie and finneas last night, we were friends and went to their house. 🙁

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@yos815

December 7, 2023 at 1:46 pm

this reminded me how I fell in love with billie and finneas years ago… the pure artistry ❤

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@alexalvamusic

December 7, 2023 at 1:52 pm

please do more interviews like this wow

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@bilhotlinebling

December 7, 2023 at 2:03 pm

Vanity fair, you know what we want. Give it to us..pretty please ????

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@titania642

December 7, 2023 at 2:05 pm

dangggg Finneas hit us hard with those final thoughts, but it makes so much sense that a pair with so much depth made this song, you can really feel that in the song. Love this and love them. I wonder what they’ll be making in their 40s, 50s etc. when the ocean waves of life have truly rubbed them smooth.

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@socerdude581

December 7, 2023 at 2:15 pm

I love their relationship and how they interact with each other. This was such a cool video that really is such a better way to get to know these artists compared to most interviews. The song also is so perfect for the movie and I love how they explained the scoring.

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@ya_boi_paypay26

December 7, 2023 at 2:20 pm

As an Artist I
Honestly look
Up
To these two’s artistry and passion for music!

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@milenaabbudharada1229

December 7, 2023 at 2:21 pm

To some up TALENT and much effort
These two are amazing

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@milenaabbudharada1229

December 7, 2023 at 2:22 pm

7:03 cutie, proud of herself????

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@milenaabbudharada1229

December 7, 2023 at 2:26 pm

I love how confident Billie now about being able to “play” her voice like an instrument

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@Pi3za

December 7, 2023 at 2:27 pm

Love uuuuu Billie and Finneas ????????????

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@Yukiasmr1

December 7, 2023 at 2:27 pm

And the Oscar goes to

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@hassanhayek6067

December 7, 2023 at 2:30 pm

I have so much respect For Finneas and Billie. You gotta respect how much they were willing to share about what went into this song to make it this perfect. Honestly if it wasn’t for Finneas Billie wouldn’t be doing what she’s done in her career with Music. It’s so cool to see how relaxed she is especially Finneas. Props to them both for making this song and doing this interview.

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@claire3724

December 7, 2023 at 2:30 pm

I love that ad lib of “HOW TO FEEEEL” it gives me chills everytime I hear it. & I’m so glad she loves it too I love hearing her ad libs dude

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@landonbecker1745

December 7, 2023 at 2:35 pm

The press tour for this song to be nominated for an Oscar is getting to be a lot

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@meruem9277

December 7, 2023 at 2:41 pm

Don’t you guys wanna drop the 7th year interview instead ?

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- @preciousbees5721
  
  December 7, 2023 at 2:46 pm
  
  They’re one step closer, like Christina Perri says
  
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@milenaabbudharada1229

December 7, 2023 at 2:42 pm

Can they do that with every single song, please?

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@gabriellethomas3875

December 7, 2023 at 2:45 pm

I love Finneas’s necklace

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@augustinemidnight

December 7, 2023 at 2:47 pm

I DIED 2:02

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@milenaabbudharada1229

December 7, 2023 at 2:48 pm

This songs is so deserving of an Oscar????

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@milenaabbudharada1229

December 7, 2023 at 2:50 pm

I could watch them talking about every single one of their songs for ever without getting tired

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@milenaabbudharada1229

December 7, 2023 at 2:51 pm

I love those two

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@AlwaysStampinUp

December 7, 2023 at 2:51 pm

This song is exceptional.

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@JosueFragachan

December 7, 2023 at 2:52 pm

What happened to her 7th yearly interview?

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Inside Vogue’s Summer Issue: A Journey Across Texas

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15 hours ago

June 18, 2026

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Photographer Tyler Mitchell and fashion editor Carlos Nazario head to Texas on a “school trip” of sorts for Vogue’s Summer Issue. In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, Tyler and Carlos wanted to choose a state that represented the good, the bad, and the ugly of the United States. Texas seemed like a natural fit. Along the way, Tyler and Carlos journey across the state, visiting Texas Southern University to capture cheerleaders and a drumline, spending time with line dancers and a gospel church community, and stopping at a ranch stewarded by Black cowboys.

Director: Starr Nathan
Director of Photography: Kevin C. Spence
Editors: Evan Allan, Katie Wolford

Senior Producer: Bety Dereje
Producers: Gigi Chavarria, Michelle Bruno
Associate Producer: Lea Donenberg
Assistant Camera: Maddie Rivera
Gaffer: Durwin Joseph
Audio: Mariya Chulichkova
Production Assistant: Erica Palmieri

Portfolio Photographer: Tyler Mitchell
Fashion Editor: Carlos Nazario

Production Coordinators: Tanía Jones, Skyy Forcer
Production Manager: Kristen Helmick
Line Producer: Natasha Soto-Albors

Assistant Editor: Fynn Lithgow
Post Production Coordinator: Holly Frew
Art & Graphics Lead: Léa Kichler
Colorist: Adam Raickovich
Supervising Editor: Kameron Key
Post Production Supervisor: Alexa Deutsch

Global Talent Casting Director: Morgan Senesi
Senior Visuals Editor & Producer: Kathryn Costigan
Executive Producer: Rahel Gebreyes
Senior Director, Video: Romy van den Broeke
Senior Director, Programming: Linda Gittleson
VP, Video Programming: Thespena Guatieri

Filmed on Location: Texas Southern University, St. Joseph Church, Bruno’s Triangle 7 Ranch, Neon Boots, Big Bend National Park

Special Thanks: Ocean of Soul, Charras de Agua Santa, Community of Faith Voices of Faith Choir

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