About the Song
"What Was I Made For?" is a song by American singer-songwriter Billie Eilish. It was released through Atlantic, Darkroom, and Interscope Records on July 13, 2023, as the fifth single from the soundtrack to the fantasy comedy film Barbie (2023). The song was commercially successful worldwide and reached number-one in Australia, Ireland, Malaysia, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom, as well as peaking at No. 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
Meaning Behind the Lyrics
The song "What Was I Made For" can be read as a poignant exploration of self-discovery and existential reflection. For many listeners, it evokes feelings of questioning one’s purpose and the complexities of identity, framed within the whimsical yet thought-provoking context of the Barbie film. The emotional depth and vulnerability expressed may resonate with anyone grappling with their own life’s direction. Eilish's delivery adds to the sense of yearning and introspection, prompting listeners to contemplate their own journey and the search for meaning in their lives.
Did You Know?
- Billie Eilish Pirate Baird O'Connell is an American singer-songwriter.
- She first gained public attention in 2015 with her debut single "Ocean Eyes" which was released on SoundCloud and written and produced by her brother Finneas O'Connell.
Music Details
These details come from the iTunes song listing used for the artwork and metadata match.
- Album/collection: Barbie The Album
- Genre: Pop
- iTunes release date: July 13, 2023
- Track runtime: 3:42
Video Snapshot
- Video title: Billie Eilish – What Was I Made For? (Official Music Video)
- YouTube channel: BillieEilishVEVO
- Video published: July 13, 2023
- Video runtime: 4 minutes, 9 seconds
- YouTube views when drafted: 254,041,955
- YouTube likes when drafted: 3,412,375
- YouTube comments when drafted: 102,292
Quick Facts
- Artist: BILLIE EILISH
- Song: WHAT WAS I MADE FOR
- Album/collection: Barbie The Album
- Genre: Pop
- Reference page: What Was I Made For?
