Billie Eilish facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Billie Eilish
Eilish in 2025
Born	Billie Eilish Pirate Baird O'Connell (2001-12-18) December 18, 2001 (age 24) Los Angeles, California, US
Occupation	Singer-songwriter
Years active	2015–present
Works	Discography songs recorded
Parent(s)	Maggie Baird (mother)
Relatives	Finneas O'Connell (brother) Brian Baird (uncle)
Awards	Full list
Musical career
Genres	Pop
Instruments	Vocals ukulele guitar piano
Labels	Darkroom Interscope

Billie Eilish Pirate Baird O'Connell (pronounced EYE-lish; born December 18, 2001) is an American singer and songwriter. She is famous for her unique musical style and singing voice. Billie Eilish became well-known in 2015 with her first song, "Ocean Eyes." Her brother, Finneas O'Connell, wrote and produced this song. In 2017, she released her first collection of songs, called an EP, Don't Smile at Me. This EP was very popular in many countries.

Billie Eilish's first full album, When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? (2019), quickly became number one in the US and UK. It was one of the best-selling albums that year. The song "Bad Guy" from this album was a huge hit. It made her the first artist born in the 21st century to have a number-one song in the US. In 2020, she sang the theme song "No Time to Die" for the James Bond film of the same name. This song topped the UK Singles Chart and won an Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2022.

Her second album, Happier Than Ever (2021), also reached number one in many countries. Songs like "My Future" and "Therefore I Am" were very successful. In 2023, she co-wrote and performed "What Was I Made For?" for the movie Barbie. This song became her second number-one hit in the UK and earned her another Academy Award. Her third album, Hit Me Hard and Soft (2024), was praised by critics. It included popular songs like "Lunch" and "Birds of a Feather."

Billie Eilish has won many awards, including two Academy Awards, ten Grammy Awards, and nine American Music Awards. She holds twenty Guinness World Records. Time magazine featured her on its "Time 100 Next" list in 2019 and the "Time 100" list in 2021. She is known for speaking out about important topics like climate change awareness and gender equality.

Early Life and Musical Beginnings

Eilish with her mother, Maggie Baird, in November 2018

Billie Eilish Pirate Baird O'Connell was born in Los Angeles, California, on December 18, 2001. Her parents, Maggie Baird and Patrick O'Connell, are both actors and musicians. They encouraged Billie and her older brother, Finneas, to explore their interests in art, dancing, and music.

Billie and Finneas were homeschooled. This allowed them to spend more time with their parents and pursue their creative passions. Their mother taught them the basics of songwriting. Billie started playing the ukulele at age six and joined the Los Angeles Children's Chorus at age eight.

At age 11, Billie wrote her first song. It was inspired by the TV show The Walking Dead. She also did some acting auditions and recorded background voices for films like Diary of a Wimpy Kid and the X-Men series. Billie took dance classes until 2016. A dance injury then led her to focus more on making music.

Music Career Highlights

Early Success with Don't Smile at Me (2015–2017)

In 2015, when she was 13, Billie Eilish began making songs with her brother Finneas. He had already been writing and producing music. They first recorded "She's Broken" and "Fingers Crossed" and shared them on SoundCloud for fun.

On November 18, 2015, Billie released "Ocean Eyes." Finneas wrote and produced this song. It quickly gained hundreds of thousands of listens online. This led to Billie signing a deal with Platoon, a company that helps new artists. She also started working with a publicist and stylist to develop her image.

Eilish performing in August 2017

In 2016, Justin Lubliner signed Billie to Darkroom and Interscope Records. He helped her become a unique artist. Darkroom and Interscope re-released "Six Feet Under" and "Ocean Eyes" for wider audiences. Billie continued to release new singles like "Bellyache" and "Bored." The song "Bored" was part of the soundtrack for the Netflix series 13 Reasons Why.

On August 11, 2017, Billie released her debut EP, Don't Smile at Me. It became a surprise hit, reaching number 14 on the US Billboard 200 chart. She then went on her first tour to support the EP. Spotify and Apple Music also helped promote her music, introducing her to many new fans.

Global Stardom with When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? (2018–2020)

In 2018, Billie Eilish went on her second tour, the Where's My Mind Tour. She also collaborated with American singer Khalid on the popular song "Lovely." This song was featured on the soundtrack for the second season of 13 Reasons Why.

Eilish at Pukkelpop Festival in 2019

Her debut album, When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?, was released on March 29, 2019. It quickly became number one on the Billboard 200 chart in the US and the UK Albums Chart. This made Billie the first artist born in the 2000s to have a number-one album in the US. The album's single "Bad Guy" also reached number one in the US.

Eilish in 2020 with her brother and collaborator Finneas O'Connell

Billie started her When We All Fall Asleep Tour in April 2019. In November 2019, she was nominated for six Grammy Awards, including Record of the Year and Album of the Year. At 17, she was the youngest artist to be nominated in all four main Grammy categories. She was also named Billboard Woman of the Year.

In January 2020, Billie Eilish was chosen to perform the title track for the James Bond film No Time to Die. She became the youngest artist to write and perform a Bond theme song. It was her first number-one single in the UK. At the 62nd Grammy Awards, she made history by winning all four main Grammy categories in the same year. This included Best New Artist, Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Album of the Year.

Happier Than Ever and Guitar Songs (2021–2023)

In January 2021, Billie released "Lo Vas a Olvidar," a song with Rosalía for the HBO series Euphoria. A documentary film about her life, Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry, was released on Apple TV+. At the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards, she won two awards, including Record of the Year for "Everything I Wanted."

Eilish during the Happier Than Ever, The World Tour (2022)

On July 30, 2021, Billie released her second album, Happier Than Ever. It was promoted with several singles and a concert film on Disney+ called Happier Than Ever: A Love Letter to Los Angeles. She then began the Happier Than Ever, The World Tour in February 2022, which ended in April 2023.

In 2022, Billie won her first Academy Award for Best Original Song for "No Time to Die." She became the first person born in the 21st century to win an Academy Award. She also became the youngest headliner for major festivals like Glastonbury and Coachella. For the Pixar film Turning Red, she and Finneas wrote three songs performed by the fictional boy band 4*Town.

In July 2022, Billie surprise-released a two-song EP called Guitar Songs. It included the song "TV," which she had debuted during her tour. She wanted to share these songs quickly because their messages felt very important at the time.

In 2023, Billie Eilish made her acting debut in the Amazon Prime Video series Swarm. She played a cult leader and received positive reviews. She also wrote "What Was I Made For?" for the Barbie movie soundtrack. This song won an Academy Award and two Grammy Awards in 2024. Billie became the youngest person ever to win two Academy Awards.

Hit Me Hard and Soft (2024–Present)

On April 8, 2024, Billie Eilish announced her third studio album, Hit Me Hard and Soft, which was released on May 17, 2024. She also announced the Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour, with concerts that took place in North America, Oceania, and Europe between September 2024 and July 2025.

In April 2024, Billie was featured in the Fortnite spin-off game Fortnite Festival. In August 2024, she appeared on a remix of Charli XCX's song "Guess." On August 11, 2024, Billie performed "Birds of a Feather" at the 2024 Summer Olympics closing ceremony in Long Beach, California. This was part of the handover to Los Angeles, which will host the Games in 2028.

Artistry and Influences

Eilish performing for MTV in 2019

Billie Eilish has a unique singing voice that is often described as soft and airy. Music critics note her playful and sometimes dark pop style. Her music often blends elements of pop, electronic, alternative, and hip-hop.

Billie and her brother, Finneas, work together on songwriting. They enjoy creating fictional stories and characters in their songs, but also draw from their own experiences. They aim to write lyrics that are interesting and thought-provoking. Finneas focuses on writing songs that Billie will connect with and enjoy singing.

Billie Eilish grew up listening to a variety of artists, including the Beatles, Justin Bieber, Green Day, and Lana Del Rey. She has mentioned that discovering Aurora's song "Runaway" inspired her to pursue music. Hip hop is also a big inspiration for her. Other artists who have influenced her include Tyler, the Creator, Childish Gambina, and Avril Lavigne.

Achievements and Records

Eilish performing in November 2019 at Corona Capital

Billie Eilish has received many awards and honors. These include ten Grammy Awards, nine American Music Awards, two Academy Awards, and twenty Guinness World Records.

She has appeared on important lists like Rolling Stone's 200 Greatest Singers of All Time. Billboard ranked her among the "Top 100 Women Artists of the 21st Century" in 2025. In 2019, she was named Billboard's "Woman of the Year" at just 17 years old, making her the youngest to receive this award. She was also the youngest person on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list and the Forbes 100 Highest-Paid Celebrities in 2019.

Billie Eilish and Finneas hold the record for the most Song of the Year wins, with three each. She is the second person and the only female artist to win all four main Grammy categories—Best New Artist, Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Album of the Year—in the same night (2020). She was also the youngest winner of Album of the Year and Record of the Year.

In 2022, Billie won an Academy Award for Best Original Song for "No Time to Die. She was the first person born in the 21st century to win an Academy Award. With her second win in 2024 for "What Was I Made For?," she became the youngest person ever to win two Academy Awards.

In September 2021, Billie became the youngest co-chair for the Met Gala at 19 years old. In April 2022, at 20, she became the youngest person to headline the Coachella festival. Later that year, she also became the youngest solo headliner of Glastonbury.

In June 2024, Billie Eilish became the third artist and the youngest ever to have over 100 million monthly listeners on Spotify. She is one of the most-followed artists on the platform. Her song "Birds of a Feather" is the most streamed solo song by a female artist. Her song "Lovely" is the most streamed song by a female artist overall.

Products and Collaborations

In March 2018, Billie Eilish launched her clothing line, Blōhsh. She has also collaborated with artists like Takashi Murakami on clothing and figures. In 2019, she appeared in Calvin Klein's #MyCalvins ad campaign and the Ad Council's "Seize the Awkward" campaign, which promotes mental health awareness.

In November 2021, she introduced her perfume brand, "Eilish," which is vegan and cruelty-free. In October 2024, Billie collaborated with Converse to create customizable sneakers featuring lyrics from her songs.

Advocacy and Social Causes

Billie Eilish is known for her political activism and for speaking out on important issues. She is a strong advocate for climate change awareness. She has signed letters urging world leaders to act against climate-related poverty. She also hosted a climate seminar in London called Overheated to discuss topics like sustainable fashion. Her song "All the Good Girls Go to Hell" and its music video highlight climate change concerns. She also supports animal rights and veganism. In 2023, she stated she avoids traveling by private jet.

Billie has spoken about women's rights and equality. She wrote and produced the 2020 short film Not My Responsibility to address body shaming and unfair expectations placed on women's appearances. Her song "Your Power" (2021) criticizes the exploitation of young women.

In March 2020, Billie encouraged fans to register to vote for the 2020 US presidential election. In August 2020, she performed at the 2020 Democratic National Convention and supported Joe Biden's presidential campaign. In September 2024, she and her brother, Finneas, endorsed Kamala Harris in the 2024 United States presidential election.

In October 2025, it was announced that Billie Eilish donated $11.5 million from her Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour to support organizations working on food equity, climate justice, and reducing carbon pollution. She encouraged people with wealth to use their money for good causes.

Personal Life

Billie Eilish lived with her parents in Los Angeles until 2019. She has shared that she was diagnosed with Tourette syndrome at age 11. She also has synesthesia and has experienced depression. Billie was raised vegetarian and later became vegan. She has shared her thoughts on spirituality, describing herself as open-minded.

Discography

• When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? (2019)
• Happier Than Ever (2021)
• Hit Me Hard and Soft (2024)

Tours

Headlining

• Don't Smile at Me Tour (2017)
• Where's My Mind Tour (2018)
• 1 by 1 Tour (2018–2019)
• When We All Fall Asleep Tour (2019)
• Where Do We Go? World Tour (2020)
• Happier Than Ever, The World Tour (2022–2023)
• Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (2024–2025)

Opening act

• Florence and the Machine – High as Hope Tour (2018)

Filmography

See also

In Spanish: Billie Eilish para niños

• List of artists who reached number one in the United States
• List of American Grammy Award winners and nominees
• List of most-followed Instagram accounts
• List of most-streamed artists on Spotify