Billie Eilish: "Birds of a Feather"

Piano solo versions of Billie Eilish's "Birds of a Feather" transform the song's gentle intensity into a haunting, minimalist expression of devotion and vulnerability. The stripped-back piano arrangement accentuates the emotional weight of the melody, allowing the tender lyrics to resonate with even greater intimacy.

This post is part twenty of the Mild & Mellow Sheet Music Series.
Billie Eilish: "Birds of a Feather"

About Billie Eilish:

Billie Eilish is an American singer-songwriter who rose to global fame in her teens with a distinctive blend of dark pop, whispery vocals, and introspective lyrics. Born in 2001 in Los Angeles, she gained early attention with her debut single “Ocean Eyes,” produced by her brother Finneas O’Connell, who remains her primary collaborator. Her 2019 debut album, When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?, was a critical and commercial smash, earning her multiple Grammy Awards including Album of the Year, making her the youngest artist to win in all four major categories in the same year. With her unique sound, fashion sense, and artistic vision, Eilish quickly became a voice of her generation.

Since her breakthrough, Billie Eilish has continued to evolve artistically, expanding her musical style while staying true to her moody, intimate aesthetic. Her sophomore album, Happier Than Ever (2021), showcased a more mature, jazz- and rock-influenced sound, earning further acclaim and solidifying her place in modern pop culture. Known for her deep emotional honesty and fearless vulnerability, Eilish has also become a prominent figure in mental health advocacy and sustainable fashion. With her 2024 album Hit Me Hard and Soft, she continued to push creative boundaries, demonstrating a talent for innovation and reinvention rarely seen in someone so young.


About “Birds of a Feather”:

“Birds of a Feather” is a tender and emotionally resonant track by Billie Eilish, featured on her 2024 album Hit Me Hard and Soft. The song explores the deep longing for lasting connection and the fear of separation, using the metaphor of inseparable birds to express a desire for eternal companionship. With minimal production and Eilish’s signature soft, breathy vocals, the song creates an intimate atmosphere that allows the vulnerability in the lyrics to shine. Its delicate melody and poetic simplicity reflect a more stripped-down, mature sound that marks her continued artistic evolution.

The track quickly resonated with fans and gained viral traction on platforms like TikTok, thanks to its haunting beauty and emotionally relatable themes. “Birds of a Feather” has been praised for capturing the complexity of love and attachment with quiet intensity, standing out as one of the most poignant moments on the album. It has also been featured in various romantic and dramatic scenes across media, further cementing its impact. As part of Hit Me Hard and Soft, the song reinforces Eilish’s ability to craft emotionally rich music that speaks directly to the listener’s inner world.


🎶 “Birds of a Feather” Intermediate: Extended Lyrical Version

Key features of this version:

  • Vocal line shifted higher for “sparkling” sound
  • Extended version I created for use at a wedding reception lengthens the piece for a longer run-time
  • 10 total pages
  • Includes full lyrics
  • Run time is approximately 6:00

🧐 Sheet music sneak peek:


🎶 “Birds of a Feather” Intermediate: Lyrical Version

Key features of this version:

  • Vocal line shifted higher for “sparkling” sound
  • Follows the recorded version of the song
  • 6 total pages
  • Includes full lyrics
  • Run time is approximately 3:45

🧐 Sheet music sneak peek:


🎶 “Birds of a Feather” Intermediate Piano Solo

Key features of this version:

  • Vocal line written in recorded vocal range
  • Follows the recorded version of the song
  • 6 total pages
  • Includes full lyrics
  • Run time is approximately 3:45

🧐 Sheet music sneak peek:


🎶 “Birds of a Feather” Easy Piano Solo

Key features of this version:

  • Vocal line written in recorded vocal range
  • Follows the recorded version of the song
  • 6 total pages
  • Includes full lyrics
  • Run time is approximately 3:45

🧐 Sheet music sneak peek:


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Jennifer Eklund
Written by Jennifer Eklund
Jennifer Eklund holds a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in music from California State University, Long Beach. She is an avid arranger, composer, and author of the Piano Pronto® method books series as well as a wide variety of supplemental songbooks. She is also a Signature Artist with Musicnotes.com with a large catalog of popular music titles for musicians of all levels.

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