Billie Eilish Stuns the Oscars With ‘What Was I Made For?’ Live Performance, Earns Standing Ovation
variety.comBillie Eilish delivered a powerful performance of “What Was I Made For?” at the 2024 Academy Awards on Sunday night. Eilish was joined by her brother, co-writer and producer Finneas O’Connell, in a touching rendition of the song from Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie,” which earned eight Oscar nominations.
With O’Connell on piano, Eilish moved the audience with her signature ethereal vocals. A string orchestra joined in on the delicate performance, while O’Connell provided subtle harmonies to underscore his sister.
With “Barbie”-themed production design saturating the Dolby Theatre stage in bright pink lighting, the sibling duo brought the audience to their feet with their existential lyrics and affecting melody. “What Was I Made For?” appears on “Barbie: The Album,” the soundtrack to director Greta Gerwig’s blockbuster.
It’s up for best original song, and “Barbie” received nods for best picture, supporting actor, supporting actress, adapted screenplay, costume design and production design.
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