Billie Eilish Asks 'What Was I Made For?' In New Song For 'Barbie' Movie

Billie Eilish fans, get ready to see a different side of plastic fantastic! The pop icon just released "What Was I Made For?", a hauntingly beautiful song from the upcoming Barbie movie.

This isn't your typical Barbie anthem. Eilish's signature breathy vocals and Finneas's masterful production create a dreamy soundscape that explores themes of self-discovery and purpose. The lyrics hint at a deeper emotional journey for the usually pink-clad heroine, with lines like "I used to float, now I just fall down / I used to know, but I'm not sure now / What I was made for."

Eilish, known for her introspective songwriting, shared on Instagram that the song, written with he brother and FINNEAS, was inspired by a sneak peek of the movie.

“In January [director] Greta [Gerwig] showed me and Finneas a handful of some unfinished scenes from the film; we had nooooo idea what to expect at ALLL,” she said. “We were so deeeeeply moved... that the next day we were writing and COULDN’T shut up about it lolll andddddddddd ended up writing almost the entire song that night. To be real with you this all seemed to happen in a time when i really needed it. i’m so so thankful for that.”

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"What Was I Made For?" is more than just a movie tie-in. It's a powerful ballad that resonates with anyone searching for their place in the world.

Whether you're a longtime Billie Eilish fan or simply curious about this new take on Barbie, this song is definitely worth a listen.