“Everything I Wanted” is a song by Billie Eilish, and co-written by Eilish and her brother Finneas O’Connell, who also produced it. Darkroom and Interscope Records released the track as a single on November 13, 2019. It is a house and electronica-influenced pop and alternative pop track with minimal piano and downtempo bass guitar instrumentation. Inspired by a nightmare she experienced, the song is about Eilish’s strong relationship with O’Connell and his protectiveness of her from harm.
“Everything I Wanted” received mainly positive reviews from critics, several of whom praised the music and lyrics. The song was commercially successful, reaching number eight on the US Billboard Hot 100, becoming Eilish’s second top-ten hit in the United States. It debuted at number one in the record charts of several countries, including Ireland and Norway, and peaked at number three on the UK Singles Chart. “Everything I Wanted” has received several certifications, including quadruple platinum in Canada. On November 24, 2020, the song received nominations for Song of the Year, and Best Pop Solo Performance at the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards, making it Eilish’s second consecutive year for earning a nomination in such categories, with it winning Record of the Year.
Watch Eilish and Finneas perform the dreamy track live at the 63rd Grammys, here.
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