Career Timeline of Billie Eilish: Major Achievements and Milestones

Discover the career path of Billie Eilish, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Billie Eilish is a prominent American singer-songwriter who rose to fame in 2015 with her debut single "Ocean Eyes," created in collaboration with her brother, Finneas O'Connell. This song launched her career, leading to the release of her debut EP, Don't Smile at Me, in 2017. The EP achieved widespread commercial success, charting in the top 15 in several countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia. She is known for her distinctive musical style and impact on contemporary pop culture.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

November 18, 2015: Release of "Ocean Eyes"

On November 18, 2015, Billie Eilish released the song "Ocean Eyes", which was written, mixed, and produced by her brother Finneas O'Connell.

2015: Rise to Prominence with "Ocean Eyes"

In 2015, Billie Eilish gained public attention with her debut single "Ocean Eyes", which was written and produced by her brother Finneas O'Connell.

2015: Justin Lubliner Noticed Eilish's Talent

In 2015, Justin Lubliner noticed Billie Eilish's talent when he first heard "Ocean Eyes".

2015: Early Songwriting with Finneas

In 2015, a 13-year-old Billie Eilish began writing and recording songs with her brother Finneas, including "She's Broken" and "Fingers Crossed", which they released on SoundCloud.

January 2016: Signing with Platoon through Apple Music

In January 2016, Apple Music signed Billie Eilish to A&R company Platoon, specializing in packaging emerging artists.

March 24, 2016: Release of "Ocean Eyes" Music Video

On March 24, 2016, the music video for "Ocean Eyes", directed by Megan Thompson, premiered on Billie Eilish's official YouTube channel.

June 23, 2016: Release of "Six Feet Under"

On June 23, 2016, Billie Eilish and Finneas released "Six Feet Under" on SoundCloud as her second single.

June 30, 2016: Release of "Six Feet Under" Music Video

On June 30, 2016, a homemade music video for "Six Feet Under" was released; it was directed by Billie Eilish and edited by her mother, Maggie Baird.

August 2016: Signing with Darkroom and Interscope Records

In August 2016, Justin Lubliner signed Billie Eilish to Darkroom and Interscope Records.

November 22, 2016: Release of "Ocean Eyes" Dance Performance Music Video

On November 22, 2016, a dance performance music video for "Ocean Eyes" was uploaded to Billie Eilish's YouTube channel.

2016: End of Dance Career and Focus on Music

In 2016, Billie Eilish ended her dance career due to a growth plate injury and focused on recording music.

January 14, 2017: Release of Remix EPs for "Ocean Eyes" and "Six Feet Under"

On January 14, 2017, Billie Eilish released an EP with four remixes for "Ocean Eyes" and another EP for "Six Feet Under".

February 24, 2017: Release of "Bellyache"

On February 24, 2017, Billie Eilish released "Bellyache".

March 22, 2017: Release of "Bellyache" Music Video

On March 22, 2017, the music video for "Bellyache", directed by Miles and AJ, was released.

March 30, 2017: Release of "Bored"

On March 30, 2017, Billie Eilish released "Bored" as part of the soundtrack to the Netflix series 13 Reasons Why.

June 26, 2017: Release of "Bored" Music Video

On June 26, 2017, the music video for "Bored" was released.

June 30, 2017: Release of "Watch"

On June 30, 2017, Billie Eilish released the single "Watch".

July 14, 2017: Release of "Copycat" and Announcement of Don't Smile at Me EP

On July 14, 2017, Billie Eilish released "Copycat" and announced the release of her debut EP, Don't Smile at Me.

August 11, 2017: Release of Don't Smile at Me EP

On August 11, 2017, Billie Eilish released her debut EP, Don't Smile at Me.

September 2017: Apple Music's Up Next Artist

In September 2017, Apple Music named Billie Eilish their Up Next artist, which was followed by a short documentary, a live session EP, and an interview with Zane Lowe on Beats 1.

October 2017: Don't Smile at Me Tour

Throughout October 2017, Billie Eilish embarked on the Don't Smile at Me Tour to support her EP.

November 10, 2017: Release of "Bitches Broken Hearts"

On November 10, 2017, Billie Eilish released "Bitches Broken Hearts" through SoundCloud.

December 15, 2017: Collaboration with Vince Staples on "&Burn"

On December 15, 2017, Billie Eilish released her collaboration with American rapper Vince Staples, "&Burn", which is a remix of her single "Watch".

2017: Debut EP Release: Don't Smile at Me

In 2017, Billie Eilish released her debut extended play (EP), Don't Smile at Me, which achieved commercial success and charted in multiple countries.

February 2018: Where's My Mind Tour Begins

In February 2018, Billie Eilish began her second headlining concert tour, the Where's My Mind Tour.

March 30, 2018: Re-release of "Bitches Broken Hearts"

On March 30, 2018, "Bitches Broken Hearts" was re-released worldwide.

April 2018: Conclusion of Where's My Mind Tour

In April 2018, Billie Eilish's Where's My Mind Tour concluded.

April 19, 2018: Release of "Lovely" with Khalid

On April 19, 2018, Billie Eilish collaborated with American singer Khalid on the single "Lovely", which was added to the soundtrack for the second season of 13 Reasons Why.

July 2018: Release of "You Should See Me in a Crown" and Mo Pop Festival Performance

In July 2018, Billie Eilish released "You Should See Me in a Crown". She also performed at the Mo Pop Festival in July 2018.

October 2018: Signing with Next Management

In October 2018, Billie Eilish signed a talent contract with Next Management for fashion and beauty endorsements.

November 2018: Forbes 30 Under 30 and Release of "Come Out and Play"

In November 2018, Billie Eilish was placed on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list and released the single "Come Out and Play", which was written for an Apple Inc. commercial.

January 2019: Don't Smile at Me Reaches 1 Billion Streams and Release of "Bury a Friend"

In January 2019, Don't Smile at Me reached 1 billion streams on Spotify, making her the youngest artist to reach this milestone. Also in January 2019, she released "Bury a Friend" as a single.

March 4, 2019: Release of "Wish You Were Gay"

On March 4, 2019, Billie Eilish released "Wish You Were Gay" as a single.

March 29, 2019: Release of When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?

On March 29, 2019, When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go? was released. It reached number one on the Billboard 200 chart.

April 2019: When We All Fall Asleep Tour Begins at Coachella

In April 2019, Billie Eilish began her When We All Fall Asleep Tour at Coachella Festival.

April 2019: Collaboration with Takashi Murakami

In April 2019, Billie Eilish released a clothing line in collaboration with Takashi Murakami, inspired by her music video for "You Should See Me in a Crown".

May 2019: Calvin Klein Ad Appearance

In May 2019, Billie Eilish appeared in a Calvin Klein advertisement, explaining that she wears baggy clothes to avoid body shaming.

May 2019: Calvin Klein Ad Campaign Debut

In May 2019, Billie Eilish appeared in the debut of Calvin Klein's #MyCalvins ad campaign.

July 2019: MCM Worldwide Campaign and Freak City Collaboration

In July 2019, Billie Eilish fronted MCM Worldwide's fall advertising campaign and collaborated with Freak City on a clothing line.

July 2019: Release of "Bad Guy" Remix

In July 2019, a remix of "Bad Guy" featuring Justin Bieber was released.

August 2019: Partnership with Apple Music for Music Lab

In August 2019, Billie Eilish partnered with Apple Music for Music Lab: Remix Billie Eilish, allowing fans to remix her song "You Should See Me In A Crown".

August 2019: Apple Partnership

In August 2019, Billie Eilish partnered with Apple to allow customers to experiment with her song "You Should See Me in a Crown" in Music Lab sessions at Apple Stores.

September 27, 2019: Announcement of Where Do We Go? World Tour

On September 27, 2019, Billie Eilish announced her Where Do We Go? World Tour.

November 17, 2019: Conclusion of When We All Fall Asleep Tour

On November 17, 2019, Billie Eilish's When We All Fall Asleep Tour concluded in Mexico City.

2019: Directorial Debut with "Xanny"

In 2019, Billie Eilish made her directorial debut with the music video for her song "Xanny".

2019: Climate Change Advocacy

In 2019, Billie Eilish released "All the Good Girls Go to Hell," using climate change imagery to highlight the ignorance of rising sea levels.

2019: Debut Album Release and Chart Success

In 2019, Billie Eilish's debut studio album, When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?, was released, debuting at the top of the US Billboard 200 and UK Albums Chart. Her single "Bad Guy" topped the US Billboard Hot 100.

January 14, 2020: James Bond Theme Song Announcement

On January 14, 2020, Billie Eilish was announced as the performer of the title track for the James Bond film "No Time to Die", making her the youngest artist to write and perform a Bond theme song.

March 9, 2020: Start of Where Do We Go? World Tour

On March 9, 2020, Billie Eilish began her Where Do We Go? World Tour in Miami.

March 2020: Voter Registration Encouragement

In March 2020, Billie Eilish encouraged fans online to register to vote for the 2020 US presidential election.

March 2020: Not My Responsibility Premiere

In March 2020, Billie Eilish premiered "Not My Responsibility", a short film addressing her experiences with body shaming, during a live show in Miami as part of the Where Do We Go? Tour.

May 2020: Not My Responsibility Upload

In May 2020, Billie Eilish uploaded "Not My Responsibility" to her YouTube channel.

August 2020: Democratic National Convention Performance

In August 2020, Billie Eilish performed at the 2020 Democratic National Convention and announced her endorsement of Joe Biden's presidential campaign.

September 2020: Fender Ukulele Collection Release

In September 2020, Billie Eilish released a collection of branded ukuleles with guitar manufacturer Fender.

2020: Response to Body Shaming

In 2020, Billie Eilish wrote and produced the short film "Not My Responsibility" as a response to body shaming toward her and the double standards placed upon women's appearances.

June 2021: British Vogue Cover

In June 2021, Billie Eilish was on the cover of British Vogue, with a photoshoot featuring her in lingerie.

November 2021: Eilish Perfume Brand Debut

In November 2021, Billie Eilish debuted "Eilish", her vegan and cruelty-free perfume brand.

December 2021: Ideas for Third Album

In December 2021, Billie Eilish started formulating ideas for her third studio album's songs with Finneas.

2021: Publication of Photo Book

In 2021, Billie Eilish published her personally selected comprehensive book of photographs that shared "an intimate window into her life" on and off stage, By - Billie Eilish.

2021: Release of Your Power

In 2021, Billie Eilish released "Your Power", criticizing the sexual exploitation of young women.

2021: Release of Happier Than Ever

In 2021, Billie Eilish released her second studio album, Happier Than Ever, which topped the charts in 25 countries.

July 2022: Plans for Third Album and Interview with Zane Lowe

In July 2022, during an interview with Zane Lowe, Billie Eilish discussed her plans to begin writing her third studio album in 2023.

2022: Glastonbury Performance and Abortion Rights Advocacy

During the 2022 Glastonbury festival, Billie Eilish performed "Your Power" to condemn the overturning of Roe v. Wade, expressing her support for abortion rights.

2022: Academy Award Win for "No Time to Die"

In 2022, Billie Eilish won the Academy Award for Best Original Song for performing the theme song "No Time to Die" for the James Bond film of the same name.

2023: Writing Third Album

In 2023, Billie Eilish hoped to start writing her third album. The Pixar film Turning Red was also released that year, for which Billie and Finneas wrote three songs.

2023: Acting Debut and Barbie Song

In 2023, Billie Eilish made her acting debut in the Amazon Prime Video series Swarm, and wrote "What Was I Made For?" for the Barbie movie soundtrack.

2023: Private Jet Refusal

In 2023, Billie Eilish stated she refuses to travel by private jet, highlighting her commitment to environmental activism.

2023: Music Decarbonization Project

In 2023, Billie Eilish worked with others to start and fund REVERB's Music Decarbonization Project and used solar-powered stage lights.

2023: Success with "What Was I Made For?" from Barbie

In 2023, Billie Eilish wrote and performed "What Was I Made For?" for the film Barbie, earning her a second number-one single in the UK and another Academy Award.

September 2024: Endorsement of Harris-Walz Ticket

In September 2024, Billie Eilish and her brother, Finneas, endorsed the Harris-Walz ticket in the 2024 United States presidential election.

October 2024: Converse Collaboration

In October 2024, Billie Eilish collaborated with Converse for "Converse x Billie Eilish By You", a limited-time release allowing customization of Chuck Taylor sneakers with her song lyrics.

2024: Artists4Ceasefire Pin at Academy Awards

At the 2024 Academy Awards, Billie Eilish wore an Artists4Ceasefire pin, advocating for a ceasefire in the Israel–Hamas war.

2024: Release of Hit Me Hard and Soft

In 2024, Billie Eilish released her third album, Hit Me Hard and Soft, which was critically acclaimed and featured top-five singles.