How Billie Eilish & FINNEAS Created Oscar Winning Song 'What Was I Made For?' for 'Barbie' 

So basically he produces music like a painter. That's such a cool and profound approach and it makes so much sense. Damn it, Finneas. He's such an inspiring artist. Him and his sister are the best duo

Finneas has to be one of our generations best producers. He’s insanely talented

Love watching Finneas and Billies process.

the fact that we live in a time where we can just watch masters at work for free is something I am grateful for everyday. Incredible production

This interview just confirms what we already know about the genius of these two towering talents. Not just technically accomplished, but infused with emotional intelligence, warmth and compassion that sets them apart.

“If the audience took some profundity away from something & I felt nothing, I’d rather the opposite be true. I’d rather make music that *I* love.” That hit me.

I’m realizing I would love to hear a full instrumental film score produced by Finneas!! I think that would be incredible

I love how he always praises is little sister, and she always does the same about her big brother. Their relationship is so incredibly special. He is a literal genius.

Fabulous music aside, I absolutely LOVE how he always has Billie’s back. He basically said to everyone who thinks they KNOW them and what they’re about, that those people have no clue. Finneas and Billie are forever EVOLVING as musicians and as people, and that’s okay!

I hope this song wins a grammy or an oscar it's such a beautiful song.

Honestly I need a “10 hr loop of Finneas talking to sleep to” him explaining their process of making music is just so!!! You can really feel the passion.

A musical genius and a very nice human being.

Can't believe he's giving us access to such intricate things..was sick to watch!

I love love LOVE seeing how all these little background invisible nuances melt into the song where you may not know what's in there but it's so magical what it adds. Finneas is the most talented and genuine producer I've ever heard. And Billie's voice is just so perfectly fitted into what Finneas makes. They're the perfect songwriting team.

Finneas is a production god, he is a mastermind, I don't understand how his mind works to be able to create the incredible production he does.

such a talented, honest, well spoken guy....

This is edited so well 🤌🏼🤌🏼🤌🏼

they will get their second oscar!

I'm sure Billie and Finneas already know this but Finneas is a massive part of her success. The rest of it is Billie's great vocal talent and likeability (she radiates empathy so is probably the most likable artist on the stage today).

Bro this guy really IS a genius..

Could listen to these two talk about music all day everyday

I know that Billie is always in the limelight, but Finneas is probably the true master behind her music.

One of the best songs of 2023 hands down… never heard a song so beautiful

7:32 this is exactly what I love about his production, I always listen to billie’s music and EVERY TIME… I kid you not every time I find a new favourite sound in the song, it feels amazing and chilling when the music I listen to everyday still feels new ❤️ also my favourite part of the song is Billie’s ad-libs in the second chorus like those back vocals of her yelling “I don’t know how to feel” gives me chills even tho it’s so subtle. It makes me sad in the best way possible

they take such good care of their songs

He‘s so well spoken and knowledgeable. Truly inspiring!

This man is a GENIUS

this guy is brilliant. surprised to see such a technical DAW deep dive on variety but I’m here for it. So rad

Finneas possesses a natural gift for artistry. I was truly captivated by the way he eloquently discussed the creation of this song. The video was fantastic. Like @jp_idol, I wholeheartedly concur that we need more videos of this caliber! I thoroughly enjoyed the video; it was crafted like a movie.

Fascinating. Who would ever think there are so many musical pieces to this song when it sounds so minimal and raw... and gorgeous.

grammys and oscars aren't ready for these two !!!!!! BILLIE AND FINNEAS ARE TRULY THE BEST

Crying, punching the air right now because when they get it, they get it. That’s all I got to say.

Props to Finneas, for everything he does. I feel so inspired by how he explained every single little detail that went into making what was I made for. And I swear the way he and Billie interact with Each other is beautiful. Billie is amazing as a person and man she has changed a lot when she was so young. Talented, beautiful, inspiring, kind, caring, lovable to her fans, and so much more.

Real musicians, true artists.

I remember watching a video where Finneas came up with the piano sound in “Everything I wanted” and IM STILL taken aback from his creativity in that moment.

(6:34) I absolutely love the choir/cathedral vocals. Every second of this song is sheer genius!

Finneas is an ARTIST at the level of the most relevant artist in whatever discipline you could think of.

Grammys secured for Finneas and Billie 🏆

This song hits so hard. A true masterpiece.

🔊 I like Finneas talking about his music work on Billie's music : he can freely give e-lessons to many beat-makers or musicians that appreciate what he have to make. Waiting for the 100% rock album of Billie. 🔊

Such a beautiful work, Finneas💛

Billie and Finneas are f genius, they're so good!

I could listen to him amd billie talking about their music non stop. This is so inspirational

i like how finneas and billie make music together in the public eye because now if either one of them ends the other as a result of sibling rivalry it requires a lot more effort to hide the fact :)

Litterally art. I love listening to their stuff and finding hidden shit like he mentioned. Everytime I listen to the song I find something I didn’t hear before

He’s absurdly talented. A genius! Love seeing the process of this beautifully made song

This is so majestic. The love I have for these two is unreal.

The definition of making something look easy.

I can’t wait for more and more of the world to give Finneas his laurels and honors as really one of the best producers of our time!! Each song is always smarter and more complex than I think it is 😅 Awesome that this song is genuinely so simple and so complex at the same time

Finneas has such a beautiful manor. just the way he expresses himself and also billie is so enticing to watch. probably the most talented producer out there.

He’s so wise. One of my favorite producers/artists, this man.

it's so interesting knowing the process of songs in general,, but this one is just majestic hope it wins grammies and oscars

I love how finneas creates and arranges music to suit the right feel and give a beautiful color to it. He’s just so unique and creative ✨🫶🏻

It’s incredible how Finneas explains something in the song that I never noticed and then after I hear it clearly

I love them so much you can’t even imagine

Listening to his stuff on really good quality monitors is such a joy. The precision and intimacy of the soundstage image he creates, it's incredibly inspiring. It is wonderful to let it just wash over you, but the fact that all the technical details are there as well if you want to take that away is just the icing on the cake.

FINNEAS NEEDS A MASTER CLASS

OMG ! ❤❤❤❤ Incredible ! Finneas just opened a deeper door to the beauty of this song. This man is not only a genius... Finneas is a GOD ! ❤😢

This comment section is A VIBE!!! Love it! 😍 Not unexpectedly, of course, as Billie and Finneas seem to be both incredibly empathetic and kind people 😊 Wonderful to land in a corner of the internet that is this positive and supportive 🥳 Oh and the song is a masterpiece, I get goosebumps every time I hear it. ☮️ &❤️

Wow, I could cry, he’s so talented. They are amazing. The analogy of painting a sunset- I totally get that. This is beautiful!

Him & Billie are the ultimate duo. I'm always amazed at their creative process 😍

This song will earn the following nominations. 1. Grammy Award for Best Song Written for Visual Media. 2. Grammy Award for Best Pop Solo Performance. 3. Grammy Award for Song of the Year. 4. Grammy Award for Record of the Year. 5. Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song. 6. Academy Award for Best Original Song.

Finneas is a music genius! I would not have found my fave artist ever if it wasn’t for him. I always include him when I praise Billie because he’s the one that makes things happen!!! 🥹🥹🥹

I've never felt so connected with a producer/artist like him. Absolutely outstanding work he does, especially with his sister Billie!

Absolute production wizard! Talented artist that really focuses on intricate sound layering to evoke powerful emotion in their work

they’re like the best duo ever

So much going on in the background, amazing to see.

I would love to see more of these from variety🤩👍

i could hear him talk for hours. beautifully explained. thank you for your art, finneas💌

So knowledgeable and yet so humble. A rare combo. We need more of that.

The organ arpegios 😩 soooo perfect

I watched a live version of this song that had the tears flowing down my face. One of my favorite songs of hers. Bellyache was the first song that I heard around the time she first came out and I was immediately in love. Nobody really knew who she was yet. I remember being completely shocked that she wasn’t more popular, and then she blew UP. It was bittersweet because she was our little secret for the fans that did love her. We wanted to keep her to ourselves. 🥹 To watch her grow, evolve, her sound change several times…it’s been amazing. This young woman is one of the most talented artists that we are going to see in our time, and this family is so beautifully talented. I love what these two have created together.

Their parents must be BUSTING with pride. Amazing musicians - creators - people

I've said it before and I'm more convinced than ever that it's true: Finneas is the modern George Martin. It's truly such a good thing how open he is to sharing his work at this depth, yet he continues to surprise, despite showing us how the trick is done. I'm so looking forward to seeing how he and Billie progress through their careers.

Finneas you are so talented you rock a lot

man speaks about Billie like he's not just as amazingly talented as her. like, man..these two are musical geniuses!!

Incredible behind the scenes look at how this song was brought to life. A beautiful dance of art and science! Great interview!

he's such a genius

Have to amend a previous nod to just Billie for this song, because clearly it is the genius of Billie AND Finneas that made this amazing work, one that is exactly one of those songs you feel on a subatomic level. They are both next level and so look forward to all the music they continue to make together.

I LIVE FOR THIS STUFF. PLEASE HAVE FINNEAS BREAK DOWN EVERY BILLIE EILISH HIT THAT HE MAKES.

I love stuff like this. they're both so talented & genuinely seem like they enjoy making music together w/ nothing being forced.

Finneas you are so precious 🥲

I adore the behind-the-scenes of brilliant Finneas' and Billie's masterpieces! I will never tire of watching and listening to them talk about their process. Thank you for this little video @Variety 😘

this whole interview literally a proof how deserving this song is to be played around the world. if this song won a grammy and people ask why, just show them this video

So articulate, warm, generous and profoundly talented

Thank you for sharing this. I'm so moved by the closeness you share as siblings and the beautiful art that you create together. I wish I had that with my siblings, it's a rare gift. I also love that your parents slept in the living room so you could have your own bedrooms. I did the same for my son and was judged for it. I'd give my life for that kid, what's a bed matter. You do what you can with what you have. Look at the stellar humans they raised. Proud parents, no doubt. Respect 🤜🤛👊🎵✌️

That toy breaking sound FREAKS ME OUT

He always do a perfect job… they both are genius ❤

I have so many emotions watching these behind the song vids 💜

This song is so evocative and touches my soul! Finneas and Billie, you are absolutely brilliant musicians!!

Love his painting analogy, what a beautiful way to describe how great music makes you feel.

That man is already living legend.

He sounds like a magnificent older brother to have. Mad respect to both of them and their parents ❤.

Just brilliant. Seeing them work is phenomenal.

One of the most incredible videos ever! Finneas is amazing, thank you for showing us behind the scenes

Love his passion for music production... and his talent.

MASTERPIECE! I confess I don't know Billie's music AT ALL. When I watched the Barbie movie and this song came on I was immediately like WHO IS THIS? Then forgot about the song. Today, during a difficult time, the song came on the radio AND I sat in my car... feeling every word and every wave and every second of this song in it's entirety!! Watching this video and all the layers and hidden elements... I am in love with the song. It sounds so simple. So natural. It touches your soul. The arrangements are beautiful. The words created for Barbie are cute but it's such a heartfelt melody.

Guys just stop throwing out words like genius, masterpiece here and there. Everything doesn't have to be a masterpiece. They are creating things with their soul and having fun, it's good music, good times. It's not that hard, anyone really interested should try out making music and have fun. Don't hold yourself to unrealistic standards and give up

I love these videos that show the creative process!! absolutely love them!!!!

So clear & generous sharing of all the details.. incredible song, we see all the making of and break down of parts, yet all the mystery of this track remains intact. Thanks for making this video.