The song delves into the search for identity, meaning, and emotional understanding. It portrays a struggle with self-discovery and a longing for a deeper connection with oneself and others.
What Was I Made For?
Billie Eilish Lyrics
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I used to know but I'm not sure now
What I was made for
What was I made for?
Takin' a drive, I was an ideal
Looked so alive, turns out I'm not real
Just something you paid for
'Cause I, I
I don't know how to feel
But I wanna try
I don't know how to feel
But someday, I might
Someday, I might
When did it end? All the enjoyment
I'm sad again, don't tell my boyfriend
It's not what he's made for
What was I made for?
'Cause I, 'cause I
I don't know how to feel
But I wanna try
I don't know how to feel
But someday I might
Someday I might
Think I forgot how to be happy
Something I'm not, but something I can be
Something I wait for
Something I'm made for
Something I'm made for
In the song "What Was I Made For?" by Billie Eilish, the lyrics explore a sense of confusion and uncertainty about one's purpose and identity. The opening lines, "I used to float, now I just fall down, I used to know but I'm not sure now," suggest a loss of direction and a feeling of being adrift. The phrase "What I was made for, what was I made for?" reflects a longing to understand one's true purpose in life.
The lyrics further express a sense of disconnection and questioning the authenticity of one's existence. The lines "Looked so alive, turns out, I'm not real, just something you paid for" suggest a realization that the singer's previous perception of themselves was not genuine or authentic. This realization may stem from feeling like a product or something that others expect them to be, rather than being true to themselves.
The chorus, with the repeated line "I don't know how to feel, but I wanna try, someday I might," expresses a desire for emotional clarity and growth. The singer acknowledges their uncertainty and lack of understanding about their emotions but holds onto the hope that one day they will figure it out.
As the song continues, there is an admission of sadness and a reluctance to share these feelings with the singer's boyfriend, as they feel it is not what he was made for. This suggests a fear of burdening others with their emotions and a desire to maintain a facade of happiness.
The final lines, "Think I forgot how to be happy, something I'm not, but something I can be, something I wait for, something I'm made for," convey a longing to rediscover happiness and an understanding that, although the singer may not currently feel happy, they believe it is something they have the potential to be. It highlights the idea that happiness is something they are meant to experience.
Overall, the song delves into the complex emotions of uncertainty, identity, and the search for purpose. It explores the idea that we may not always know our true purpose or how to navigate our emotions, but there is a hope for growth and the possibility of finding happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
I used to float, now I just fall down
I used to have a carefree, enjoyable life, but now I feel overwhelmed and helpless.
I used to know but I'm not sure now
I used to have a clear sense of purpose, but now I feel confused and uncertain.
What I was made for
What is my true purpose or reason for existence?
What was I made for?
What is the purpose of my existence? Why am I here?
Takin' a drive, I was an ideal
Going for a drive, I pretended to be perfect or ideal.
Looked so alive, turns out, I'm not real
I appeared lively and vibrant, but in reality, I am lacking authenticity.
Just something you paid for
I am merely someone you invested in or bought into.
What was I made for?
Why was I created? What is my purpose?
'Cause I, I
I don't know how to feel
But I wanna try
I don't know how to feel
But someday I might
Someday I might
I am unsure of my emotions and how to experience them, but I am willing to make an effort. Although I am currently uncertain, I might eventually learn.
When did it end? All the enjoyment
At what point did the happiness and pleasure I once experienced come to an end?
I'm sad again, don't tell my boyfriend
I am feeling sad once more, but I don't want my boyfriend to know about it.
It's not what he's made for
My boyfriend is not meant to deal with my emotional struggles or provide constant happiness for me.
What was I made for?
What is my true purpose? Why do I exist?
'Cause I, 'cause I
I don't know how to feel
But I wanna try
I don't know how to feel
But someday I might
Someday I might
I am still uncertain about my emotions, but I am willing to make an effort to understand and experience them. Although I currently lack this knowledge, there is a possibility that I will learn in the future.
Think I forgot how to be happy
I believe I have lost the ability to experience happiness.
Something I'm not, but something I can be
I am not currently in a state of happiness, but I have the potential to achieve it.
Something I wait for
Happiness is something I anticipate and hope for.
Something I'm made for
I am meant to experience happiness. It is part of my purpose or destiny.
Something I'm made for
Happiness is an essential part of my existence. It is what I am meant to experience.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Billie Eilish O'Connell, Finneas Baird O'Connell
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LYRICS
I used to float, now I just fall down
I used to know but I'm not sure now
What I was made for
What was I made for?
Takin' a drive, I was an ideal
Looked so alive, turns out I'm not real
Just something you paid for
What was I made for?
'Cause I, I
I don't know how to feel
But I wanna try
I don't know how to feel
But someday, I might
Someday, I might
When did it end? All the enjoyment
I'm sad again, don't tell my boyfriend
It's not what he's made for
What was I made for?
'Cause I, 'cause I
I don't know how to feel
But I wanna try
I don't know how to feel
But someday I might
Someday I might
Think I forgot how to be happy
Something I'm not, but something I can be
Something I wait for
Something I'm made for
Something I'm made for
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Lyrics.
I used to float, now I just fall down
I used to know but I'm not sure now
What I was made for
What was I made for?
Takin' a drive, I was an ideal
Looked so alive, turns out I'm not real
Just something you paid for
What was I made for?
'Cause I, I
I don't know how to feel
But I wanna try
I don't know how to feel
But someday, I might
Someday, I might
When did it end? All the enjoyment
I'm sad again, don't tell my boyfriend
It's not what he's made for
What was I made for?
'Cause I, 'cause I
I don't know how to feel
But I wanna try
I don't know how to feel
But someday I might
Someday I might
Think I forgot how to be happy
Something I'm not, but something I can be
Something I wait for
Something I'm made for
Something I'm made for
lucas chan
@Luiza HelenaI decided that feeling quinkly
nowhere I kept my things fell night
don't know something like this
just trying to be deeply with our feelings
all things we can do
keeping my focus with all things positive to myself
I think that my road every night
I didn't forget about my happiness
I didn't forget something like that please
we can do far
deeply that feelings it is better
Is possible is possible
call me then
tell me quickly something now
probably we fall during that night
cold in my hands
take my car i follow our road
we don't know that rain
when they've call me everyday
everywhere I keep this cold
i can't wait that time
get away get your road
I decided that feeling quinkly
nowhere I kept my things fell night
don't know something like this
just trying to be deeply with our feelings
all things we can do
keeping my focus with all things positive to myself
I think that my road every night
I didn't forget about my happiness
I didn't forget something like that please
we can do far
deeply that feelings it is better
Is possible is possible
I'm feeling that cold in my feet
loving quickly kept winter
falling now
just keep every night
driving that midnight
my mind is insane
I decided that feeling quinkly
nowhere I kept my things fell night
don't know something like this
just trying to be deeply with our feelings
all things we can do
keeping my focus with all things positive to myself
I think that my road every night
I didn't forget about my happiness
I didn't forget something like that please
we can do far
deeply that feelings it is better
Is possible is possible
our summertime was good
our days were bad attitude
feelings that rainy than sunday
I decided that feeling quinkly
nowhere I kept my things fell night
don't know something like this
just trying to be deeply with our feelings
all things we can do
keeping my focus with all things positive to myself
I think that my road every night
I didn't forget about my happiness
I didn't forget something like that please
we can do far
deeply that feelings it is better
Is possible is possible
i bring that our road every night
goodbye to our road every night
Peet Montzingo
can we talk about her perfect vocals on this🥺
Swavna
Yes!
James Brock
@PeetMontzingo do you like Black men? If so, I’m single…👀
CupcakeTwinsPlaytime vlogs :
Omg hi Pete lol didn’t know u liked Billie eilish
⚡️Ella!
Pete?!?!
Taryn Reyes
❤😭So beautiful and meaningful in many different ways. Thank you Billie🙏🏼❤
Ava Jacquet
“I used to float, now I just fall down” as someone with depression, that line hits so hard. This song just captures my life so perfectly
mylittlesongbird1
@Francesca Leighgo watch her interview about writing the song.❤
Maks Archer
Hey guys! I made a short film featuring this song by Billie. It’s about leaving toxic places and people. I am a beginner at filmmaking, so, i will be extremely grateful for all the opinions, advice and critique🖤
somethingclever
Same. I have PPD. 😔