History of Billie Eilish in Timeline

Billie Eilish is a celebrated American singer-songwriter who rose to prominence in 2015 with her debut single, "Ocean Eyes", co-created with her brother Finneas O'Connell. Their collaborative partnership is key to her music and performances. Eilish's debut EP, "Don't Smile at Me" (2017), achieved significant commercial success, charting in the top 15 across various countries like the US, UK, Canada, and Australia.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements

1975: Musical Influences

Billie Eilish grew up listening to The 1975, among other artists such as The Beatles, Justin Bieber, Green Day, Arctic Monkeys, Linkin Park and Lana Del Rey, which influenced her music.

December 18, 2001: Billie Eilish's Birth

On December 18, 2001, Billie Eilish Pirate Baird O'Connell was born. She is an American singer-songwriter and musician.

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November 18, 2015: Release of "Ocean Eyes"

On November 18, 2015, Billie Eilish released the song "Ocean Eyes", written, mixed, and produced by her brother Finneas, on SoundCloud. The song was originally intended for Finneas's band but was given to Eilish for a dance choreography.

2015: Collaboration with Finneas

In 2015, 13-year-old Billie Eilish began working on songs with her brother Finneas, recording "She's Broken" and "Fingers Crossed" and putting them out on SoundCloud.

2015: Gaining Public Attention

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: Lubliner Notices Eilish's Talent

In 2015, Justin Lubliner noticed Billie Eilish's talent upon first hearing "Ocean Eyes".

January 2016: Signing with Platoon

In January 2016, Billie Eilish signed with A&R company Platoon under a deal arranged by Finneas and his manager, specializing in packaging emerging artists before they get a major-label contract. She also got a publicist and a stylist.

March 24, 2016: Premiere 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, leading to praise and promotion from various media outlets.

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, 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, inspired by the model of hip hop artists.

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

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

In 2016, Billie Eilish's dance career ended due to a growth plate injury, leading her to focus on recording music.

January 14, 2017: Release of Remix EPs

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", marking another step in her growing career.

March 22, 2017: Release of "Bellyache" Video

On March 22, 2017, a video for Billie Eilish's song "Bellyache" was released, directed by Miles and AJ.

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" Video

On June 26, 2017, a video for Billie Eilish's "Bored" was released, further promoting the song and her association with 13 Reasons Why.

June 30, 2017: Release of "Watch"

On June 30, 2017, Billie Eilish released the single "Watch", adding to her growing discography.

July 14, 2017: Release of "Copycat" and EP Announcement

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'

On August 11, 2017, Billie Eilish released her debut EP, Don't Smile at Me, marking a significant step in her burgeoning music career.

September 2017: Named Apple Music's Up Next Artist

In September 2017, Apple Music named Billie Eilish their Up Next artist, 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

In October 2017, Billie Eilish embarked on the Don't Smile at Me Tour in support of her EP, connecting with fans across various locations.

October 2017: Interview Revisited by Vanity Fair

In October 2017, an interview with Billie Eilish was revisited by Vanity Fair's "73 Questions" video series, providing a side-by-side time capsule of her growth in popularity over one year.

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

On November 10, 2017, Billie Eilish released "Bitches Broken Hearts" through SoundCloud, expanding her online presence.

December 15, 2017: Collaboration with Vince Staples

On December 15, 2017, Billie Eilish released her collaboration with American rapper Vince Staples, "&Burn", a remix of her single "Watch", included on the expanded edition of Don't Smile at Me.

2017: Debut EP Release

In 2017, Billie Eilish released her debut extended play (EP), Don't Smile at Me. The EP was commercially successful, reaching the top 15 of record charts in numerous countries.

2017: Statement on Fashion Style

In 2017, Billie Eilish stated she likes dressing out of her comfort zone to feel like she grabs the attention of everyone around her.

February 2018: Where's My Mind Tour Begins

In February 2018, Billie Eilish embarked on 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, expanding its availability to a global audience.

April 2018: Conclusion of Where's My Mind Tour

In April 2018, Billie Eilish concluded her second headlining concert tour, the Where's My Mind Tour, marking another milestone in her touring career.

April 19, 2018: Release of "Lovely"

On April 19, 2018, Billie Eilish collaborated with 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 Performance at Mo Pop Festival

In July 2018, Billie Eilish released "You Should See Me in a Crown" and performed at the Mo Pop Festival, further solidifying her presence in the music scene.

October 2018: Signing Talent Contract with Next Management

In October 2018, Billie Eilish signed a talent contract with Next Management for fashion and beauty endorsements, expanding her influence into these areas.

November 2018: Placement on Forbes 30 Under 30 List 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", written for an Apple Inc. commercial.

2018: Relationship with Brandon Adams

From 2018 to 2019, Billie Eilish dated rapper Brandon Adams, also known as 7:AMP.

January 2019: Reaching 1 Billion Streams on Spotify and Release of "Bury a Friend"

In early January 2019, Don't Smile at Me reached 1 billion streams on Spotify, making Billie Eilish the youngest artist to achieve this milestone. She also released "Bury a Friend" as the third single from her debut album and "When I Was Older".

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

On March 4, 2019, Billie Eilish released "Wish You Were Gay", the fourth single from her debut album, contributing to the anticipation for the album's release.

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

On March 29, 2019, Billie Eilish released her debut album, When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?, accompanied by a significant promotional campaign from Spotify.

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 the Coachella Festival.

April 2019: Collaboration with Takashi Murakami and Adobe

In April 2019, Billie Eilish released clothing in collaboration with Takashi Murakami and collaborated with Adobe Creative Cloud for a series of advertisements and a social media art contest.

May 2019: Calvin Klein Ad Appearance

In May 2019, Billie Eilish appeared in a Calvin Klein advertisement, discussing her choice of baggy clothes to avoid body judgment.

July 2019: MCM 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. She also performed at a Chanel dinner on Shelter Island.

July 2019: Release of "Bad Guy" Remix

In July 2019, a remix of Billie Eilish's song "Bad Guy" featuring Justin Bieber was released, further boosting the song's popularity.

August 2019: Apple Music Partnership for Music Lab

In August 2019, Billie Eilish partnered with Apple Music for Music Lab: Remix Billie Eilish, during which fans deconstructed her song "You Should See Me In A Crown" and created remixes on Apple devices and GarageBand.

August 2019: Apple Partnership and Siberia Hills Controversy

In August 2019, Billie Eilish partnered with Apple to allow Apple Store customers to experiment with her song "You Should See Me in a Crown" in Music Lab sessions. Her collaboration with Siberia Hills faced controversy due to plagiarized designs.

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

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

November 7, 2019: Acoustic Live Album Release Announcement

On November 7, 2019, Third Man Records announced they would release an acoustic live album of Billie Eilish's performance from the label's Blue Room, exclusively sold on vinyl at Third Man retail locations.

November 13, 2019: "Everything I Wanted" Release

On November 13, 2019, Billie Eilish released her single, "Everything I Wanted".

November 17, 2019: When We All Fall Asleep Tour Concludes

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

November 20, 2019: Grammy Nominations

On November 20, 2019, Billie Eilish was nominated for six Grammy Awards, including Record of the Year and Song of the Year for "Bad Guy", as well as Album of the Year and Best New Artist. She became the youngest artist nominated in all four General Field categories.

2019: End of relationship with Brandon Adams

From 2018 to 2019, Billie Eilish dated rapper Brandon Adams, also known as 7:AMP.

2019: Rejection of the 'Creepy, Weird, Scary Girl' Image

In 2019, Billie Eilish expressed her dislike for being labeled as 'Billie Eilish, the creepy, weird, scary girl,' stating she doesn't want to stay one thing.

2019: Directorial Debut with "Xanny"

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

2019: Moving Out and Personal Disclosures

In 2019, Billie Eilish moved out of her parents' home in Highland Park, Los Angeles. She also disclosed that she received a diagnosis of Tourette syndrome when she was 11 and that she has synesthesia and has experienced depression.

2019: Release of "All the Good Girls Go to Hell" and Environmental Advocacy

In 2019, Billie Eilish released the single "All the Good Girls Go to Hell", which centers around climate change. She also permitted CoralWatch to use "Ocean Eyes" for an online awareness campaign about Australia's Great Barrier Reef.

2019: Inspiration from Ariana Grande's Album

In 2019, Billie Eilish stated that Ariana Grande's 2019 album Thank U, Next inspired her to continue making music.

2019: Featured on Time 100 Next List

In 2019, Billie Eilish was featured on Time magazine's inaugural Time 100 Next list, recognizing her growing influence.

2019: Inclusion in Time's "Time 100 Next" List

In 2019, Billie Eilish was included in Time's "Time 100 Next" list.

2019: Debut Album Release

In 2019, Billie Eilish's debut studio album, When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?, debuted atop the US Billboard 200 and UK Albums Chart. The album's single "Bad Guy" became the first by an artist born in the 21st century to top 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, and became the youngest artist to write and perform a James Bond theme song.

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

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

March 2020: Encouragement for Voter Registration

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

March 2020: Premiere of 'Not My Responsibility' Short Film

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

April 10, 2020: "Ilomilo" Sent to Radio Stations

On April 10, 2020, "Ilomilo" was sent to Italian contemporary hit radio stations by Universal Music Group, as the seventh and final single from the album When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?.

May 2020: YouTube Release of 'Not My Responsibility'

In May 2020, Billie Eilish uploaded her short film, Not My Responsibility, which addresses her experiences of body shaming, to her YouTube channel.

July 30, 2020: "My Future" Release

On July 30, 2020, Billie Eilish released "My Future", her first original release since "No Time to Die", along with an animated video.

August 2020: Performance at the Democratic National Convention

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

September 2020: Ukulele Collection Release with Fender

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

October 2020: Livestream Concert Announcement and Billboard Music Awards

In October 2020, Billie Eilish announced a livestream concert titled Where Do We Go? The Livestream, and won three Billboard Music Awards: Top Female Artist, Top Billboard 200 Album (When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?), and Top New Artist.

November 12, 2020: "Therefore I Am" Release

On November 12, 2020, Billie Eilish released her new single "Therefore I Am", along with its music video.

December 2020: Jingle Ball Performance

In December 2020, Billie Eilish performed "Therefore I Am" and "My Future" at the Jingle Ball.

2020: Release of 'Not My Responsibility' and Focus on 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.

2020: Discussion on Religious Beliefs

On a 2020 episode of the me and dad radio podcast, Billie Eilish discussed her past religious beliefs and her current neutral position on religion.

January 2021: "Lo Vas a Olvidar" Release and Documentary Film Release

In January 2021, Billie Eilish released "Lo Vas a Olvidar" with Rosalía and the documentary film Billie Eilish: The World's a Little Blurry was released on Apple TV+ and in select theaters.

April 27, 2021: Happier Than Ever Album Announcement

On April 27, 2021, Billie Eilish announced on her Instagram account that her second album, Happier Than Ever, would be released on July 30, and the tracklist was made available on Apple Music.

June 2021: Controversies Regarding Past Behavior

In June 2021, Billie Eilish faced online criticism for videos showing her mouthing an anti-Asian slur and was accused of queerbaiting after captioning a post promoting her music video "Lost Cause" with "I love girls".

June 2021: British Vogue Cover

In June 2021, Billie Eilish was featured on the cover of British Vogue, photographed by Craig McDean, wearing lingerie.

July 2021: Eilish Reflects on Past Controversies

In July 2021, Billie Eilish reflected on the controversies from June in an interview, stating she has grown and now disagrees with many things she said as a teenager.

September 2021: Happier Than Ever: A Love Letter to Los Angeles Release

In September 2021, Billie Eilish worked with Disney+ on the concert film Happier Than Ever: A Love Letter to Los Angeles to further promote the album.

November 2021: Debut of "Eilish" Perfume Brand

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

December 2, 2021: Eco-Friendly Happier Than Ever Vinyl Release

On December 2, 2021, Billie Eilish announced an eco-friendly limited-edition vinyl version of Happier Than Ever made from recycled vinyl scraps, available at select Gucci stores with Gucci-branded nail stickers.

December 2021: Ideas for Third Album Begin

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

2021: Relationship with Matthew Tyler Vorce

From 2021 until 2022, Billie Eilish dated actor Matthew Tyler Vorce.

2021: By - Billie Eilish book published

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

2021: Release of "Your Power" and Criticism of Sexual Exploitation

In 2021, Billie Eilish released "Your Power", a single criticizing the sexual exploitation of young women, primarily by men who hold power over them.

2021: Featured on Time 100 List

In 2021, Billie Eilish was featured on the Time 100 list, solidifying her status as an influential figure.

2021: Release of 'Happier Than Ever'

In 2021, Billie Eilish's second studio album, Happier Than Ever, topped the charts in 25 countries, marking a significant milestone in her career.

February 2022: Happier Than Ever, The World Tour Begins

In February 2022, Billie Eilish embarked on the Happier Than Ever, The World Tour.

June 2022: Debuts Unreleased Ballad "TV"

In June 2022, during her world tour's Manchester show, Billie Eilish debuted the then-unreleased ballad "TV", which references the overturning of Roe v. Wade.

July 2022: Plans for Third Album

In a July 2022 interview with Zane Lowe for Apple Music, Billie Eilish expressed her hope to start writing her third album in 2023.

October 2022: Relationship with Jesse Rutherford

From October 2022 to May 2023, Billie Eilish dated singer Jesse Rutherford.

December 2022: Honored as one of the BBC 100 Women

In December 2022, Billie Eilish was honored as one of the BBC 100 Women, recognizing her impact and influence.

2022: Condemnation of Roe v. Wade Overturning

During the 2022 Glastonbury festival, Billie Eilish performed "Your Power" to condemn the overturning of Roe v. Wade and included a reference to Roe v. Wade's overturning in her 2022 track "TV".

2022: Academy Award Win

In 2022, Billie Eilish performed the theme song "No Time to Die" for the James Bond film No Time to Die, which won the Academy Award for Best Original Song and topped the UK Singles Chart.

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

In 2022, Billie Eilish won the Academy Award for Best Original Song for "No Time to Die" from the James Bond film No Time to Die, becoming the first person born in the 21st century to win an Academy Award in any category.

2022: Happier Than Ever Tour Concert Film and Hometown Encore

In 2022, Billie Eilish worked with Apple Music to exclusively host a film of one of the Happier Than Ever tour concerts. She also held three concerts, titled Happier Than Ever, The Hometown Encore, from December 13 to 16 at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California, as part of the tour.

April 2023: Happier Than Ever, The World Tour Concludes

In April 2023, Billie Eilish concluded her Happier Than Ever, The World Tour.

May 2023: End of relationship with Jesse Rutherford

From October 2022 to May 2023, Billie Eilish dated singer Jesse Rutherford.

2023: Plans for third Album

In 2023, Billie Eilish hoped to write her third album with Finneas.

2023: Acting Debut and Barbie Soundtrack

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

2023: Refusal to Travel by Private Jet

In 2023, Billie Eilish stated she refuses to travel by private jet as part of her environmental activism.

2023: Recognition on Rolling Stone's List

In 2023, Billie Eilish was featured on Rolling Stone's revision of the 200 Greatest Singers of All Time.

2023: Involvement in REVERB's Music Decarbonization Project

In 2023, Billie Eilish worked with others to start and fund REVERB's Music Decarbonization Project, and as part of a decarbonization project used solar powered stage lights.

2023: Success with 'What Was I Made For?'

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

2023: Statements on Body Shaming

In a 2023 Variety interview, Billie Eilish denied that men suffer from body shaming too.

April 8, 2024: Hit Me Hard and Soft Album Announcement

On April 8, 2024, Billie Eilish announced her third studio album, Hit Me Hard and Soft, which was released on May 17, 2024.

April 29, 2024: Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour Announced

On April 29, 2024, Billie Eilish announced a tour to support the album, Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour, with concerts in North America, Oceania and Europe between September 2024 and July 2025.

May 17, 2024: Hit Me Hard and Soft Album Release

On May 17, 2024, Billie Eilish released her third studio album, Hit Me Hard and Soft.

August 11, 2024: Performs at 2024 Summer Olympics Closing Ceremony

On August 11, 2024, Billie Eilish performed "Birds of a Feather" on Belmont Shore, Long Beach, during the 2024 Summer Olympics closing ceremony.

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.

September 2024: Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour Begins

In September 2024, Billie Eilish's Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour begins, with concerts in North America, Oceania and Europe.

October 2024: "Converse x Billie Eilish By You" Shoe Collaboration

In October 2024, Billie Eilish collaborated with Converse for "Converse x Billie Eilish By You", a limited-time release where Chuck Taylor sneakers could be customized with lyrics from her songs.

2024: Wearing Artists4Ceasefire Pin at the Academy Awards

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

2024: Statement on Privacy Regarding Sexuality and Dating Life

In 2024, Billie Eilish stated she wishes to keep her sexuality and dating life private, expressing her desire to never discuss them publicly again.

2024: Second Academy Award Win for "What Was I Made For?"

In 2024, Billie Eilish won her second Academy Award for Best Original Song for "What Was I Made For?" from Barbie (2023), becoming the youngest person ever to win two Academy Awards in any category. The song also became the tenth song in history to win both an Academy Award for Best Original Song and a Grammy Award for Song of the Year.

2024: Critical Acclaim for 'Hit Me Hard and Soft'

In 2024, Billie Eilish's third album, Hit Me Hard and Soft, was released to critical acclaim, featuring the US top-five singles "Lunch" and "Birds of a Feather". The latter also became her first number-one on the Billboard Global 200.