Billie Eilish's 'Birds of a Feather' Lyrics: From Eternal Love to Obsession

Liputan6.com, Jakarta Billie Eilish impressed fans with her song “Birds of a Feather,” released on July 2, 2024. It is the second single from her much-awaited album, “Hit Me Hard and Soft.” The track quickly caught people’s attention with its mix of new wave and pop sounds.

The song has a catchy tune and touching lyrics. It talks about deep feelings and strong commitment in a relationship. The words show a love so powerful that it can sometimes feel a little too intense, even possessive.

 

 

 

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[Intro]

(But I wanna stay)

[Verse 1]

I want you to stay

'Til I'm in the grave

'Til I rot away, dead and buried

'Til I'm in the casket you carry

If you go, I'm goin' too, uh

'Cause it was always you (Alright)

And if I'm turnin' blue, please don't save me

Nothin' left to lose without my baby

[Refrain]

Birds of a feather, we should stick together, I know

I said I'd never think I wasn't better alone

Can't change the weather, might not be forever

But if it's forever, it's even better

[Pre-Chorus]

And I don't know what I'm cryin' for

I don't think I could love you more

It might not be long, but baby, I

[Chorus]

I'll love you 'til the day that I die

'Til the day that I die

'Til the light leaves my eyes

'Til the day that I die

[Verse 2]

I want you to see, hm

How you look to me, hm

You wouldn't believe if I told ya

You would keep the compliments I throw ya

But you're so full of shit, uh

Tell me it's a bit, oh

Say you don't see it, your mind's polluted

Say you wanna quit, don't be stupid

[Pre-Chorus]

And I don't know what I'm cryin' for

I don't think I could love you more

It might not be long, but baby, I

Don't wanna say goodbye

[Chorus]

Birds of a feather, we should stick together, I know ('Til the day that I die)

I said I'd never think I wasn't better alone ('Til the light leaves my eyes)

Can't change the weather, might not be forever ('Til the day that I die)

But if it's forever, it's even better

[Post-Chorus]

I knew you in another life

You had that same look in your eyes

I love you, don't act so surprised

The opening lines of “Birds of a Feather” show how strong the love is that Billie Eilish sings about. With words like “I want you to stay / 'Til I'm in the grave / 'Til I rot away, dead and buried / 'Til I'm in the casket you carry,” she describes a love so deep that it lasts until death and even beyond.

This kind of love is shown through very direct and dramatic images. Billie Eilish has explained that she wanted the first verse to feel “toxic and a little love-bombing,” showing that she knows the lyrics sound a bit obsessive.

The song highlights a powerful promise — the idea that life feels empty without the other person. It reflects a love that is willing to hold on no matter what challenges come, showing complete dedication to the relationship.

In the second verse of “Birds of a Feather,” Billie Eilish sings, “I want you to see / How you look to me / You wouldn't believe if I told ya.” These lines talk about how people often struggle with self-image and doubt, and how love can help someone see their true worth through their partner’s eyes.

Billie shared that this part of the song is more real and honest, unlike the first verse, which was written more from imagination. Here, she shows a softer and more caring side of love — wanting her partner to feel valued and confident.

The words “I knew you in another life / You had that same look in your eyes” add a deeper meaning, hinting at a spiritual bond. It feels like the connection between them is not just in this life, but something timeless, as if their love was meant to be or carried on from another lifetime.

https://www.nbc.com/the-voice/news/the-meaning-behind-billie-eilishs-love-song-birds-of-a-feather

https://magneticmag.com/2024/07/birds-of-a-feather-billie-eilish-lyrics-meaning/