Billie Eilish Breaks Down "What Was I Made For" Music Video | Allure

Allure's October cover star Billie Eilish breaks down every detail of her music video for 'What Was I Made For?' from the 'Barbie' soundtrack. From spending "days and days" finding the right wigs for the look to deciding yellow was the prominent color for wardrobe, and even incorporating unbelievably elaborate details into the mini doll clothes, Billie explains how she was able to really achieve that elevated "vintage Barbie" vibe for the video. Hear Billie's behind-the-scenes perspective of self-directing the video, how her mom helped be her "model" and so much more.
Director: Noel Jean
Director of Photography: Grant Bell
Editor: Christopher Jones
Coordinating Producer: Sydney Malone
Line Producer: Jen Santos
Production Manager: Andressa Pelachi
Production Coordinator: Kariesha Kidd; Marquis Wooten
Talent Booker: Eugene Shevertalov
Camera Operator: Nick Massey
Sound Mixer: Gray Thomas-Sowers
Production Assistant: Fernando Barajas
Post Production Supervisor: Christian Olguin
Post Production Coordinator: Scout Alter
Supervising Editor: Erica Dillman
Additional Editor: Jason Malizia
Assistant Editor: Billy Ward
Graphics Supervisor: Ross Rackin
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[@007luanamartins]

honestly, isn't it amazing how Billie matured in her own style? Like, she still dresses like "Billie Eilish" but a muted version... I feel like some people have the need to dress up all serious and "classy" in hope it shows they've grown, whereas Billie is showing us without loosing her essence... That's so inspiring. This lady makes me think, I just love her

[@mrsnobodyknows]

same

[@coolperson9470]

her shirt is also inside-out! very unique

[@rosy671]

@@hiverbleu8878in Billie Eilish standards, yes it is.

[@UpsNdownZZZ]

​@@coolperson9470I couldn't even tell!

[@Howaboutyes11]

yes

[@Victoria-wk1oq]

She's breathtaking bro omfg

[@darnitthelma4247]

She’s troubled is all I see

[@Victoria-wk1oq]

@@darnitthelma4247 sounds like a YOU problem lmao

[@maks.archer]

hey guys! especially those who love Billie. i made a short featuring this song by her about leaving abusive places and people. I’ll be really grateful for all the advice and critique, i’m a beginner at filmmaking❤️ (and i’m sorry for self-promo, just want to find the right audience )

[@Billiesredrootss]

@@darnitthelma4247you must be blind then

[@darnitthelma4247]

@@Billiesredrootss really😂😂😂😂😂 she is troubled. She admits she’s troubled and I get that vibe. Mind you I don’t idolise and give myself someone else’s name so we can beg to differ

[@Wckdlttlsnnrs28]

Shes so well spoken. Hearing her talk about her craft is just so comforting.

[@codytorrance8371]

THISSSSS

[@justinhc123]

Score 1 for homeschool

[@laacolee]

the grammys outfit is one particular outfit that will always break my heart for billie. the way social media absolutely tore her apart that certain week of the grammys especially the night she won was absolutely horrid. a night that she was supposed to enjoy was ruined immediately due to haters. hope she is doing better now she is so talented

[@maks.archer]

same, she deserved every grammy, people were rude, mean and toxic for no reason, those who hated probably never even heard the album -

[@ashlyn8899]

​@@maks.archerPeople shouldn't have been mean, but they were not wrong for being upset.The Grammys are rigged, point blank. She shouldn't have won all those awards no matter how you look at it, I'm not saying she didn't deserve them, I'm saying, realistically and objectively looking at it, she shouldn't have.

[@itxzsoph2616]

@@user-sd1sf2jd6ishe is 21.

[@victoriavezich7914]

She's talented but not win every Grammy in the 5 major categories talented. Nobody is.

[@Ambelica]

@@victoriavezich7914well she is …. Lol

[@user-oq3ym3vd1e]

Her voice, her hands, her outfit, everything OMG she's perfect 😫🫠

[@fuwa1028]

Masculine billie is sooo hot

[@Gaminghistory_]

Everyone isn’t perfect but the outfit is

[@karlchenmuller4059]

What is this with her two differently coloured teeth?

[@Artisticvibes2312]

@@karlchenmuller4059idk, I noticed too

[@Gaminghistory_]

Hey let’s not point that out because it is kinda mean

[@karliulias3623]

billie looks SO GOOD here. like, so good. she’s always been stunning but this has to be the best she’s ever looked IMO. she looks so content within herself and it shows.

[@fluffyclouds555]

Yes, self assured and content

[@astrida111]

Yeah she lost the weight

[@karliulias3623]

@@astrida111 you’re kidding, right? get out of here with that.

[@astrida111]

@@karliulias3623 what? I am just stating the obvious. It wasn’t supposed to be mean

[@innerlightfilms]

Everybody involved in making those tiny replica outfits deserves an award.

[@caseyfinnegan4139]

I love this new version of Billie, she's so mature and intelligent and I'm loving her vibe!

[@valeriamarrerodiaz1731]

🩶❤️‍🔥

[@caseyfinnegan4139]

@@hiverbleu8878 For me, it feels beyond that. Before, I think she was perhaps a little more silly and had a different tonality to her voice. Now, she seems more calm and reserved, even more well spoken, and her style is still present, but muted. It's an older, more mature Billie Eilish that we all love!

[@sandycheeks1069]

She’s still silly she just doesn’t show it in the professional interviews that get the most views it seems

[@783wuw]

@@sandycheeks1069everyone can be “silly” even in your 60s lol 😂 I’m still like that in my 30s .. it’s just having fun and not caring about anything and other ppl opinions .. but this doesn’t mean you are not mature

[@athenascomet]

we need her to do an audiobook

[@lilyfangirling]

she did for the photo book

[@iolanda04]

​@@lilyfangirlingI was never able to listen to that (the only thing I ever missed out)

[@lilyfangirling]

@@iolanda04 it’s on here i’ve seen it before try search it up!

[@billie4949]

@@iolanda04it’s on youtube

[@aurorac3146]

@@iolanda04its on apple book store and i think someone put it up on yt

[@willib7584]

this girl is just so passionnate about every aspect of her job, she is so curious and cautious, she is a true inspiration. waaow

[@rhnnsm21]

Yellow often symbolizes happiness, so I'm genuinely surprised at how this unintentional choice made so much more meaning to this video. Billie is an amazingly talented person

[@jayde-mariesimpson4555]

She has synesthesia as does finneas and certain songs are certain colors etc which is why i think her videos are top notch my brother and i both have it as well and it’s one reason i love love love her music

[@neireesleeps17]

Dude. I've watched this beautiful angel grow into this amazing, glowing person. It just baffles me how much she's grown. I’ve been listening to her music since I was 12 and I'm 17 now. It's insane how fast time went by fr. Love her so very muchhhh.🧚‍♀️🩷

[@library.of.al_xandria]

sameee

[@astrxnauts1168]

yesss I’ve been listening to her since I was 8 & I’m 14 now … time flies

[@crying2emoji5]

I’ve been listening to her since I was 20 and I’m 28 now 😭 When she put out “Getting Older” it broke me bruh

[@neireesleeps17]

@@crying2emoji5 oh my god, “Getting Older” is such a beautifully devastating song. And no one listens to the lyrics enough. Every word hits me in my soul!

[@maks.archer]

The most beautiful music video of the year, what i love about Billie is that every music video that she makes actually makes sense, has a meaning, purpose, story, idea and aesthetic. she’s an amazing storyteller btw, i made a short film featuring this song by Billie since i loved it so much, it’s about leaving abusive people and places, i’ll be really grateful for all the advice and critique, i’m a beginner at filmmaking🖤

[@whatwasreymadefor]

couldn't agree more

[@May_003]

I'm watching this with a smile on my face. she's matured SO MUCH. she calling all the shots, in complete control, she's so articulate, and yet so young, funny and bright. she's brilliant.

[@4usprosperity]

LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU AND I LOVE 😍 LOVE 😍 I

[@aroopi]

'What was I made for?' made me cry. I am a 36 year old guy and ya I cry when hear her angelic voice. People might say that I am weird. I don't care. I love Billie's music.

[@4usprosperity]

LIKE I WILL AND YOU HAVE THE SAME EXPERIENCE IN THIS WEEK I AM SURE IT WOULD

[@4usprosperity]

LOVE YOU TOO IIIIIIO

[@aroopi]

@@4usprosperityThank you very much..

[@ashnabi8375]

Wow. Just wow. Billie seriously created a song for the literal BARBIE movie and still preserved her signature style. How did she manage to? Applause. In shock.

[@4usprosperity]

BIG TIME TO DO SO I THINK 🤔 WILL AND THE FAMILY 👪 THE NEXT

[@4usprosperity]

LOVE YOU AND MISS 😁😅😅😅

[@seattlecryptid]

Her profile in the blonde wig immediately reminded me of the Barbie silhouette logo.

[@Sunflowersarepretty]

I love her hairstyles. she experiments with different colors and it all suits her vibe. And her dressed as a barbie so gorgeous. She could be a barbie in any barbie movie.

[@4usprosperity]

LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU TOO AND HOPE TO HEAR BACK 🔙 SOON 🔜 IF YOU'RE GOING FOR IT TO GO OUT OF THE WORLD

[@EmillyKarolayne-tv2no]

she deserves the oscar🙌🛐

[@4usprosperity]

LOVE YOU AND I MISS U SO SO 😂 SO SORRY 🙏 AND THE LOVE 😍 ME TO GET BACK 🔙 OUT

[@athenascomet]

billie in glasses is honestly the hottest thing I've ever seen

[@Therealcoochiedestroyer]

Frrr

[@lenealmegaardhansen9529]

fr

[@hittnau5]

She is an astounding visual and musical storyteller. I feel like the world of film, whether it's composing, directing or acting, will be influenced by her in the future more and more and I cant wait for it. Thankful for artists like her and her brother. Great video, congrats to everyone involved!

[@4usprosperity]

😂 AND THE KIDS 🧒 ARE YOU GOING ON THE FIRST WEEKEND OR NBA GAME OR IS THERE ANYTHING I WILL NEED OR WANT FOR MISS CLASS ON SUNDAY AND IF YOU XXCC

[@Smookum]

Billie will go down in history as a legend for sure

[@erlandiamoon3711]

the first time i heard this song i bawled like a baby. her voice is beautiful on its own but with the melody and the words it just hit me right in the heart 🥲 she’s an absolute genius.

[@4usprosperity]

LOVE TO GET A GOOD IDEA 💡 YOU AND I'LL WILL MAKE THE KIDS 🧒 FOR 😂 YEARS IN A LITTLE WHILE BUT I'M AND THE LITTLE GIRLS 👭

[@neebze_]

Arghhhh long interviews with her are the best! Okay but ya, yellow was absolutely the play there, her gut is always right about these things. Blue would’ve felt more distant rather than nostalgic and reflective in the context of the video, lyrics, and everything going on. She’s the coolest, it’s so easy to shrug off how much thought goes through the things that they do and it’s neat to hear about the inner workings of things. Truly am such a fan 🤝

[@4usprosperity]

LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU TOO LOVE LOVE LOVE 😍 AND HOPE ALL GOES SMOOTHLY WITH YOUR MOM AS YOU AND HER LITTLE BROTHER CAN

[@4usprosperity]

QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS ONE IS LILLI TO GET A GOOD

[@wdsour]

I love her, she’s so mature now 😭

[@4usprosperity]

BLLLE 🫂🫂💕💞💞LOVE YOU TOO MUCH BABY 🤱 AND THE BABY 🤱 ARE

[@toryismyfren]

SHE LOOKS SO GOOD 😭😭

[@-pj6ci]

Billie is so talented it’s insane 💖 mind you she is the only creative director of everything in her contract with her label … it’s the only BOSS in her career since she was 15 … this is rare in pop music 😅 she is competing with all manufactured huge pop products with 1000 ppl behind them, and also doing her own thing , completely anti pop and anti radio music compared to other pop artists .. and yet she is the 2nd best selling female artist globally and in US since 2019 after Taylor swift.. and she does everything by herself! She decides the music, the composition, she also writes, produces Etc she decides the aesthetic, she directs her music videos, shows Etc EVERYTHING!! 👏🏻👏🏻💖 what a QUEEN! 👏🏻👏🏻 I can’t wait to see her future projects !!

[@xxlunicatxx-hr6wu]

Its shocking how this woman started her career at such an early age. I truly am here for her every step of the way, and her fans are too im sure. Se has grown so much!

[@4usprosperity]

BUILDING 🏢 IN A WAY TO KEEP IT SIMPLE AS A GOOD TIME

[@4usprosperity]

LOVE TO SEE IF I MISS A LITTLE GIRL OR NOT A GOOD FRIEND TO GET A

[@wwaajjjdd4666]

She has my heart for real

[@4usprosperity]

SSS IS A LITTLE HECTIC FOR US CITIZENS AND THE KIDS 🧒 HAS A LITTLE GIRL THAT CAN

[@TheGrizly4]

I just can't with this girl! She does it all and does it right. So lucky to be alive while she does her thing.

[@4usprosperity]

SYSTEM IS A LOT OF MONEY 💵 IT WOULD JUST MAKE A GOOD DIFFERENCE TO GET THE KIDS 🧒

[@4usprosperity]

BLLLE LOVE YOU TOO MUCH BABY 🤱 AND YOU TOO AND THE

[@Anonymousynon]

AHH DUDEEEEEE THE HAIR THE WHOLE EVERYTHINGGGG BUT DUDEEE HER ENERGY DJEJNDJEJSJS I CANT JUST HER WHOLE VIBE WILL NEVER BE NOT ADDICTIVE.

[@naomifota3304]

She is the most gorgeous person I’ve ever seen. I’m crying ahhh

[@maemaerets]

the way she makes anything iconic 😔🤚🏻

[@visakhafee7209]

i am 51 one but this doesn’t stops me to like this young lady. she is authentic and honest,…

[@CapturedByKen]

She’s dope … I’m not really the one to outwardly praise celebrities but it’s been such a pleasure to see her grow into the person she is today

[@4usprosperity]

YEMEN AND THE REST IS JUST FINE AND MISS IT ALL AND MISS IT ALL BUT IT WAS REALLY GOOD FOR US WARMING IN

[@missisis]

as a dancer, the idea of a music video as a dance is such a special and exciting way to look at it

[@4usprosperity]

LOVE TO GET TO KNOW EACH MORE 😳😳😳😳LOL AND MISS IT TOO

[@mikitea68]

I mean she's talented. This song is absolutely lovely.

[@savannahealey7941]

She’s literally the most beautiful person on the planet… I am just so happy of how far she’s come and that she has stayed herself and true to who she is ❤

[@hugofaustino6282]

the most precious and kindest soul out there

[@xelacremant7396]

The "Old lady librarian" glasses with the rapper silver teeth vibe is sending me x'D

[@lucia98377]

her voice is so relaxing i could listen to her for hours

[@4usprosperity]

😂 IS NOT AN ISSUE THAT HAS THE TIME OF LIFE AND IS THE MOST EFFECTIVE IN A RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN US

[@albert.solis06]

she’s literally so gorgeous omg

[@mmb1572]

Gorgeous eyes

[@dexx8379]

I love seeing this type of videos of Billie, she's so smart and clever and talks so nice, i love her

[@4usprosperity]

BILLING AND THE OTHER IS A GOOD ONE FOR YOU AND YOU WILL GET TO SEE A LOT MORE

[@overheated.1]

I love her so much I hope she knows how much she means to us ❤️‍🩹

[@4usprosperity]

LOVE YOU AND MISS 😱😱😫🏃‍♂️🚪🏃‍♂️

[@Xannyeilish]

Her voice both singing and talking is beautiful I love her endlessly

[@4usprosperity]

LOVE TO HAVE A LITTLE HECTIC SCHEDULE WITH ME FOR

[@4usprosperity]

LOVE TO GET A LOT MORE AND THE

[@angelrosas1300]

She’s so great. She is so expert and creative with everything she does. He deserves all the success and love in the world.

[@4usprosperity]

LIKE I AM NOT SURE YOU LIKE THIS TRIP

[@Accio_Eloise]

She's so beautiful in her glasses! I'm glad to see her wearing them more for interviews.

[@4usprosperity]

LOVE TO GET BACK IN TOUCH IF WE HAVE A GOOD IDEA 💡 LET YOU TOO BABY 🤱

[@JP-ve7or]

Eh, every time the light hits the flat lenses you can tell they're fake. Super cute frames though.

[@sophia-hg4pv]

It's amazing how Billie manages to make everything perfectly perfect.

[@fandomgirl_2.568]

the way on how she was so nervous but saw her fans cheering for her despite if she messed up had me tearing up. I think life is like that. you just have to try despite the unkowns and there will be people there for you. I LOVE YOU BILLIE

[@4usprosperity]

LOVE YOU TOO BLLLE LOVE 😍 I WILL BE IN TOWN ON SATURDAY SO

[@4usprosperity]

😇🥰🥰🥰😍😍🤩🤩🤩

[@na3rial]

Love to hear the vision and process of musical art!! It really shows the soul of the artist and really showcases their passion and ideas and style

[@4usprosperity]

L IS A GREAT PLACE FOR YOU AND I WILL TRY IT FOR FREE BUT

[@idletalker]

I truly hope she makes a feature movie one day, she seems like a really collaborative and assured director.

[@4usprosperity]

YES WE CAN 🥫 YOU ON THAT DAY TO HELP ME GET TO KNOW YOUR BETTER SELF AS A LOT MORE LOVE YOU CAN 🥫 YOUR LOVE 😍 THE WORLD

[@luzjuanolo]

she is really god at ALL like a real god

[@8happyperson]

she’s a warm tight hug ☺️

[@natalielovebillie]

She is so beautiful, I can only admire how well she speaks, her style, her characteristics and especially her voice, it's incredible, I feel happy to be such a fan of hers.

[@4usprosperity]

YOU TOO BABY AND YOU YYYYYYPPPPP ME OUT AND MISS IT SO SORRY 🙏 CAN'T BE THE BEST I WILL EVER GET BACK

[@natalielovebillie]

@@4usprosperity I didn't understand anything

[@RANIAxxx777]

She’s so pretty

[@qusaidurri4938]

that ”Hi i’m billie eilish” is so iconic seriously 💓

[@xWherearetheavacadosx]

How can someone ever be this pretty

[@ada.solori0]

My 7 year old loves your song ❤❤

[@LucasEilish]

Billie deserves all the best ❤

[@4usprosperity]

LIKE TO BE THERE AND THE SAME IS NOT THE CASE OF MY FAMILY 👪 IT ALL DEPENDS WHAT IS NOT

[@Saroni_B]

She is serving EVERYTHING rn

[@ellastar6356]

What an amazing big brother seeing his little sis. I have a little sis and that relationship is truly very special ❤

[@Vintage_Vines]

this song always makes me tear up and remember all the tragic stages of my life, and sometimes makes me remember the happy stages of my life. i love Billie so much!

[@muitoeuvdd]

She is so talented, I feel so proud watching her :(

[@4usprosperity]

BILL IS NOT THE SAME PERSON THAT I WILL EVER TALK WITH YOU

[@Yeoujun.my_man.]

HER VOICE ID SO CALMMINGG

[@haliezamora323]

Ily biliiieeeeee😢😢😢

[@hermionereynolds3330]

She’s so perfect my lawd 😩

[@molly-.]

SHES SO PRETTY IM DONE

[@SandraRose143]

She does everything so perfectly.

[@JeremiahRead-bp2nr]

Billie Eilish is amazing person I love Billie ❤️

[@toriallen9044]

might be one of my new fav billie interviews, just and only her sitting and talking for 14 min🥰🥰

[@Smashingblouse]

She’s so good looking

[@rmannayr2129]

SHE IS SO CHILL!

[@billiegenius]

I love her voice omg

[@Janelle46366]

I love uuu Billie !!!

[@Disney65Fan]

It's such a heartwarming song

[@lanttis]

I love her so much im crying

[@ella5263]

I just love her sm

[@mala.sukiii]

SHES SO PRETTY OMLLL

[@HiddenAnzietySiMac]

Ughhhh she deserves everything she wants 😩😩😩❤️❤️❤️

[@4usprosperity]

LOVE YOU AND 💕💕👏👏🤳LOVE TO GET TOGETHER FOR DINNER

[@marti886]

LOVE, LOVE THIS STYLE

[@nternetrat]

ikr. so mesmerizing. so good.

[@user-eu3rt5nt8k]

i love her sm

[@emmahrnkova]

i love billie so so much shes amazing

[@aestheticshorts9437]

I LOVE HER ❤❤

[@WorldPeace282]

GOD I LOVE HER SO MUCH

[@xjessb]

she is absolutely gorgeous wowow

[@marlenemercedes]

she is so beautiful.. and so calm and with herself. I love it..

[@vitaflood6677]

I am in awe of her

[@Jay_0605]

The composing and melody is beautiful

[@echakamonjok]

She’s the cutest…..This song quickly became one of my favorite songs ever. Will forever love it, and will forever sing it ballin my eyes out.

[@4usprosperity]

LOVE YOU AND MISS IT TOO AND CAN'T SEE IF IT ALL COMES WITH

[@4usprosperity]

LOVE TO GET TOGETHER FOR LUNCH TOMORROW NIGHT 🌃 AND

[@xfelipe612x]

Love her soooo much❤❤❤

[@eira888]

Finally an interview with Billie !!!!

[@Gerominidiary]

she is so beautiful omgfff

[@lovelyxz]

She's so pretty omg😭

[@umaisis4213]

she is the most precious thing ever

[@paolasalazar5509]

I love her so much I literally cried watching this

[@milenaabbudharada1229]

So pretty🩵 I love her!

[@urmbourmbopa]

Bro.... i just love her

[@lindi_hardy]

I just loveeeee her style

[@paigesadler.19]

she is just perfect

[@l444nie]

omg so happy she finally did one of these yessssss