Singer-songwriter Billie Eilish was named Apple Music Artist of the Year today. This is a tribute to her incredible musical achievements in 2024.
After she won her second Oscar and two GRAMMYs for her song “What Was I Made For?” for the film Barbie directed by Greta Gerwig, Billie released her third album HIT ME HARD AND SOFT. The artist’s songs appeal to music lovers of all ages. In the latest album, he allows his work to spread its wings, intertwining delicacy with courage. Immediately after its release, the album topped the all-genre chart on Apple Music in 138 countries.
Billie’s voice echoes constantly in pop culture. During the closing ceremony of the Summer Games in August this year, the artist represented her hometown of Los Angeles, performing her song “BIRDS OF A FEATHER” – which was on the list of the most searched songs on the Shazam application that day. She also undertook musical cooperation with Charli xcx, which resulted in the summer hit “Guess”. Currently, Billie is performing on the HIT ME HARD AND SOFT tour promoting her new album, the last event of which is scheduled for the second half of 2025.
This year, she received another seven GRAMMY nominations, including: in the Record of the Year, Album of the Year and Song of the Year categories – and, as the first person in history, she was awarded the title of Artist of the Year in the Apple Music competition for the second time. She received her first title in the inaugural edition of the competition in 2019.
This achievement demonstrates not only our love of Billie Eilish’s work, but also our appreciation for her enduring influence. In 2019, with her debut album WHEN WE ALL FALL ASLEEP, WHERE DO WE GO? – which was ranked 30th on Apple Music’s 100 Best Albums list in May this year – has become a phenomenon in the industry. HIT ME HARD AND SOFT proves that Billie does not intend to rest on her laurels.
“Since first hearing Billie’s ‘Ocean Eyes’ nearly a decade ago, we have become fans and advocates of her work,” said Rachel Newman, senior director of content and publishing for Apple Music. “It’s amazing when young artists speak to so many people so easily. However, following Billie’s development over the last year has been absolutely special. Not only because of her vocal talent and the wide influence of her work, but also because of her courage, authenticity and individuality.
“Apple Music has supported my music and creativity from the very beginning. “I’m honored to be named Female Artist of the Year at this point in my career,” Billie told the Apple Music team.
We encourage you to celebrate this extraordinary event accompanied by music from Billie’s full catalog of works with surround sound. This week, it is also worth checking out the most popular Apple Music playlists, which, in addition to our editors’ favorite albums from 2024, will feature songs and artists that will most strongly shape the industry in 2024.
Source: Apple
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