Billie Eilish's third studio album, Hit Me Hard and Soft, released on May 17, 2024, through Interscope Records, marks a significant evolution in her musical journey. The album delves into themes of celebrity, personal turmoil, and complex relationships, offering listeners an introspective look into Eilish's experiences with fame, body image, and public scrutiny.
The album showcases Eilish's versatility, blending genres and styles across its ten tracks. It begins with "Skinny," an acoustic critique of beauty standards, which transitions into "Lunch," a bold anthem. The storytelling in tracks like "The Diner" and "Birds of a Feather" reveals her dark, macabre flair. The production, led by her brother Finneas O'Connell, supports Eilish's artistic evolution, making this record a boundary-pushing masterpiece.
Tracklist:
Side A:
A1. Skinny
A2. Lunch
A3. Chihiro
A4. Birds of a Feather
A5. Wildflower
Side B:
B1. The Greatest
B2. L’Amour de ma Vie
B3. The Diner
B4. Bittersuite
B5. Blue
Interscope
May 2024
Vinyl, LP
Eco-Mix Yellow
602465270495
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