BIRDS OF A FEATHER Lyrics - Billie Eilish

Billie Eilish's "Birds of a Feather" explores a complex and obsessive love. The song portrays a deep emotional attachment despite doubts and a sense of the relationship's impermanence.Let's break down the song by section

[Intro]
(I want you to stay)

Explanation of Intro:
A simple yet powerful plea sets the tone for the song's emotional intensity.

[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

Explanation of  Verse 1:
 The singer expresses a morbid desire for the relationship to last beyond death ("'Til I'm in the grave"). This possessiveness extends to wanting to die together if they separate ("If you go, I'm goin' too"). There's a sense of destiny ("'Cause it was always you") mixed with the fear of abandonment ("And if I'm turnin' blue, please don't save me").

[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

Explanation of Refrain:
The title metaphor emerges - "Birds of a feather, we should stick together." This highlights a sense of shared experience, even if negative. The singer acknowledges once believing they were better alone ("I said I'd never think I wasn't better alone"). Despite acknowledging the impermanence ("might not be forever"), there's a yearning for it to be everlasting ("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

Explanation of  Pre-Chorus:
Confusion and emotional vulnerability surface. The singer questions their tears ("I don't know what I'm cryin' for") and expresses the depth of their love ("I don't think I could love you more"). The impermanence of the relationship is hinted at again ("Might not be long").

[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
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Explanation of  Chorus:
A declaration of unwavering love unfolds. The singer promises to love "until the day I die" regardless of external circumstances.

[Verse 2]
I want you to see, hmm
How you look to me, hmm
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

Explanation of  Verse 2:
 A shift occurs as the singer focuses on the partner. They want their partner to see them in a particular light ("I want you to see... how you look to me"). There's a sense of disbelief about the partner's feelings ("You wouldn't believe if I told ya"). However, doubt creeps in as the singer calls the partner "full of shit" and questions their sincerity. Despite this, the singer pleads with them to stay ("Say you don't 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
Might not be long, but baby, I
Don't wanna say goodbye

Explanation of  Pre-Chorus:
Confusion and emotional vulnerability surface. The singer questions their tears ("I don't know what I'm cryin' for") and expresses the depth of their love ("I don't think I could love you more"). The impermanence of the relationship is hinted at again ("Might not be long").

[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

Explanation of  Chorus:
A declaration of unwavering love unfolds. The singer promises to love "until the day I die" regardless of external circumstances.

[Post-Chorus]
I knew you in another life
You had that same look in your eyes
I love you, don't act so surprised

Explanation of  Pre-Chorus:
 Confusion and emotional vulnerability surface. The singer questions their tears ("I don't know what I'm cryin' for") and expresses the depth of their love ("I don't think I could love you more"). The impermanence of the relationship is hinted at again ("Might not be long").

OVERALL
Billie Eilish's "Birds of a Feather" delves into the complexities of a passionate yet obsessive love. The lyrics paint a picture of emotional dependence and a desire for the relationship to transcend even death. Despite doubts about the partner's sincerity and the impermanence of the connection, the singer pledges unwavering devotion. The song's ending adds a touch of mystery with a hint of a past-life connection, leaving the listener pondering the fate of this intense and all-consuming love.