Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas wrote songs in their family home in Los Angeles. Her quiet, whisper-like voice with strong bass sounds brought something new to pop music.
With seven Grammy awards by age 20, she’s among the youngest winners ever. Her music has reached billions of plays worldwide, showing her impact on today’s sound.
About This Song
“What Was I Made For?” by Billie Eilish is a quiet, personal song about finding your place and meaning.
With simple music and meaningful words, Eilish sings about feeling unsure but keeping hope. Her gentle singing style and honest words connect with many people going through similar feelings.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Release Date | July 13, 2023 |
| Album | Barbie: The Album |
| Writers | Billie Eilish, Finneas O’Connell |
| Producers | Finneas O’Connell |
What Was I Made For? Lyrics by Billie Eilish
Verse 1
I used to float, now I just fall down
I used to know, but I’m not sure now
What I was made for
What was I made for?
Verse 2
Takin’ a drive, I was an ideal
Looked so alive, turns out I’m not real
Just somethin’ you paid for
What was I made for?
Chorus
‘Cause I, I
I don’t know how to feel
But I wanna try
I don’t know how to feel
But someday, I might
Someday, I might
Post-Chorus
Mm, mm, ah
Mm, mm, mm
Verse 3
When did it end? All the enjoyment
I’m sad again, don’t tell my boyfriend
It’s not what he’s made for
What was I made for?
Chorus
‘Cause I, ’cause I
I don’t know how to feel
But I wanna try
I don’t know how to feel
But someday, I might
Someday, I might
Outro
Think I forgot how to be happy
Somethin’ I’m not, but somethin’ I can be
Somethin’ I wait for
Somethin’ I’m made for
Somethin’ I’m made for
Live Performance of What Was I Made For? by Billie Eilish
1. What Was I Made For? Live From The Oscars (11 Mar 2024)
2. What Was I Made For? Live from Lollapalooza Chicago (14 Aug 2023)
3. What Was I Made For? Live from The GRAMMYs (14 Feb 2024)
4. What Was I Made For? Live from Reading Festival (11 Oct 2023)
5. What Was I Made For? from Saturday Night Live (17 Dec 2023)
Similar Songs Like What Was I Made For?
Here are more songs by Billie Eilish that share similar themes about inner thoughts and feelings:
- “Everything I Wanted” is a song about being famous, mental health, and dealing with what others want from you, showing how alone someone can feel.
- “When The Party’s Over” is a sad song about the hard feelings after a breakup, showing honest pain.
- “Lost Cause” – A calm but sad song about seeing that a relationship is done, with words about growing as a person.
- “idontwannabeyouanymore” – This song talks about not feeling good enough and worrying about looks, sharing real thoughts about hard times.
- “My Future” – A mix of happy and sad sounds about learning to like yourself and growing up, focused on becoming stronger.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Billie Eilish’s #1 Song?
“Bad Guy” is Billie Eilish’s #1 hit song, reaching the top spot on Billboard Hot 100.
What Song Did Billie Eilish Write for Her Brother?
“everything i wanted” was written about her brother Finneas, who is also her music partner.
Did Billie Eilish Write What Was I Made For?
Yes, Billie Eilish wrote “What Was I Made For?” with her brother Finneas for the Barbie movie.
What is Billie Eilish’s Least Popular Song?
“Wish You Were Gay” is among her less-played songs, based on Spotify streaming numbers and most disliked by fans.
