Hollywood’s Sunset Boulevard was shut down for several hours on Tuesday after a man climbed the KTLA news tower with a “Free Billie Eilish” sign (KTLA, 2021). The man, who was also playing a guitar, drew a large crowd before being arrested for trespassing (ABC7, 2021). Although it is unclear what he was protesting, Billie Eilish’s name has been trending on Twitter with the hashtag #FreeBillieEilish (Daily Mail, 2021).
Despite the recent disturbing incident, Billie Eilish has been vocal about her love for festivals and her admiration for Donald Glover (Billboard, 2021). In an interview with Billboard, Eilish expressed her admiration for Glover, calling him her “lifelong hero” (Billboard, 2021).
The 19-year-old singer has been making quite an impact in the music industry ever since her debut single “Ocean Eyes” went viral in 2016. Eilish’s debut album, “When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?”, received critical acclaim and won several awards, including the Grammy Award for Album of the Year and Best Pop Vocal Album in 2020 (Billboard, 2020).
Although Eilish’s music primarily falls under the pop genre, her dark and introspective themes have garnered a diverse fanbase. Eilish’s unique style, characterized by her oversized clothing and neon hair, has also inspired her fans to embrace individuality (Billboard, 2021).
Despite facing maintenance issues due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Eilish remains one of the most sought-after artists for music festivals (Billboard, 2021). In fact, Eilish claimed that festivals are the highlight of her career, saying that she loves the adrenaline rush they bring (Billboard, 2021).
Overall, Billie Eilish’s impact on the music industry and fans alike is undeniable. Despite the recent disturbance in Hollywood, Eilish continues to inspire fans to embrace their individuality and love for music.
