Happier Than Ever, released on July 30, 2021, is Billie Eilish’s highly anticipated sophomore album, a deeply personal and artistically bold statement that showcases her evolution both musically and emotionally. Following the massive success of her debut album, When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?, this record finds Eilish exploring themes of fame, self-reflection, heartbreak, and empowerment with unflinching honesty.

The album includes standout tracks like the introspective “My Future,” the sultry yet biting “Therefore I Am,” and the hauntingly vulnerable “Your Power,” which confronts abuse and exploitation. The title track, “Happier Than Ever,” crescendos from a soft ballad into an explosive anthem of liberation, capturing a raw and cathartic emotional release. Eilish’s ethereal vocals and intricate songwriting shine throughout, enhanced by the minimalist yet richly textured production of her brother and collaborator, Finneas.

Musically, Happier Than Ever blends genres effortlessly, from jazz and bossa nova influences to stripped-down acoustic moments and bold electronic experimentation. It’s an album that feels intimate yet grand, inviting listeners into Eilish’s inner world while challenging societal norms and personal expectations.

Critically acclaimed and commercially successful, Happier Than Ever solidified Billie Eilish’s place as one of her generation’s most innovative and compelling artists. It’s a transformative record that balances vulnerability and strength, leaving a lasting emotional impact.

Tracklist:

Side A
A1. Getting Older
A2. I Didn't Change My Number
A3. Billie Bossa Nova
A4. My Future

Side B
B1. Oxytocin
B2. Goldwing
B3. Lost Cause
B4. Halley's Comet

Side C
C1. Not My Responsibility
C2. OverHeated
C3. Everybody Dies
C4. Your Power

Side D
D1. NDA
D2. Therefore I Am
D3. Happier Than Ever
D4. Male Fantasy