Idontwannabeyouanymore

Billie Eilish

About Idontwannabeyouanymore

"Idontwannabeyouanymore" (pronounced "I don't wanna be you anymore" and stylized in all lowercase) is a song by American singer Billie Eilish from her debut EP Don't Smile at Me (2017). The song was released on July 21, 2017, through Darkroom and Interscope Records as the EP's fifth single. The song was written by Billie Eilish and Finneas O'Connell, with the production by Finneas O'Connell.


Year:
2017
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Don't be that way
Fall apart twice a day
I just wish you could feel what you say
Show, never tell
But I know you too well
Kind of mood that you wish you could sell

If teardrops could be bottled
There'd be swimming pools filled by models
Told a tight dress is what makes you a whore
If "I love you" was a promise
Would you break it, if you're honest
Tell the mirror what you know she's heard before
I don't wanna be you anymore

Hands, hands getting cold
Losing feeling's getting old
Was I made from a broken mold?
Hurt, I can't shake
We've made every mistake
Only you know the way that I break

If teardrops could be bottled
There'd be swimming pools filled by models
Told a tight dress is what makes you a whore
If "I love you" was a promise
Would you break it, if you're honest
Tell the mirror what you know she's heard before
I don't wanna be you
I don't wanna be you
I don't wanna be you... anymore

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Billie Eilish

Billie Eilish Pirate Baird O'Connell (born December 18, 2001) is an American singer and songwriter. Her debut single, "Ocean Eyes", went viral and has accumulated over 132 million streams on Spotify alone as of October 2018. Her debut EP "Don't Smile at Me" was released in August 2017. Following the EP's success, Apple Music named Eilish as its newest Up Next artist a month later in September 2017. She also released her long awaited debut album, "WHEN WE ALL FALL ASLEEP, WHERE DO WE GO?", on March 29. In 2021, Billie is one of the most successful young, female musicians of our time after she released the album "Happier Than Ever" with hit songs like "Billie Bosa Nova", "Lost Cause", and the tittle tr… more »

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Written by: Billie Eilish O'Connell, Finneas Baird O'Connell

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10 facts about this song

Title Presentation
Despite its odd presentation, "idontwannabeyouanymore" is not a typographical error. Like many of Billie Eilish's song titles, it is styled in all lowercase letters with words merged.
Song Release
The song was released as a single in July 2017 and later appeared on Billie Eilish's debut EP "Don't Smile at Me," released in August 2017.
Lyrics Theme
The song talks about self-doubt and self-consciousness, embodying stressed and depressed thoughts. Eilish explained in numerous interviews that she is singing as if she's giving advice to herself.
Song Composition
Billie Eilish co-wrote "idontwannabeyouanymore" with her older brother, Finneas O'Connell, who also handles most of her production. They wrote and produced the song in his small bedroom studio at their parents' house in Los Angeles.
Reception & Achievement
Although "idontwannabeyouanymore" never entered US Billboard Hot 100, it has nonetheless resonated well with listeners. The song is certified platinum in the U.S., Australia, and Canada, demonstrating its popular impact.
Context of Release
The release of “idontwannabeyouanymore” occurred before Eilish’s breakthrough to the mainstream. It became one of the solidifying pieces that aided in catalysing her career.
Music Style
The song is a notable departure from Eilish's standard electropop sound. It leans towards a more subdued, jazz-inspired vibe with Eilish's soulful vocals over soft piano chords, reflecting the personal and introspective lyrics.
Usage in Media
The song was used during Season 2 of the television show "The Good Doctor" in its 15th episode, highlighting Eilish's growth as a recognized artist used in media soundtracks.
Past Performances
Billie Eilish performed “idontwannabeyouanymore” live for the first time in 2017 at the Santa Monica-based public radio station, KCRW.
Fans Interactions
Eilish has revealed that she loves interacting with fans around the song, with many sharing deep, personal stories about how they identified and found comfort through the track, though it can also be quite emotional for her.

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