Billie Eilish confesses to feeling both ‘nervous and extremely excited’ about her upcoming attendance at the Academy Awards as a nominee alongside her brother Finneas O’Connell.
The dynamic sibling duo, recognized for their title track from the James Bond film No Time To Diе, are considered strong contenders in their category.
‘We’ll definitely be there. We’re feeling a mix of nerves and excitement,’ shared the 20-year-old Bad Guy sensation in an interview with The Times’ Saturday Review ahead of the event.
Recalling their decision to take on the song, Eilish explained, ‘There was no hesitation when we were asked to do the song, as it was something we were really eager to pursue.’
She emphasized their commitment to creating a track that honored the Bond legacy while staying true to their own style and vision. Despite feeling a weight of responsibility, Eilish and O’Connell deliberately avoided listening to previous Bond themes to ensure their originality.
Reflecting on their creative process, Eilish emphasized the importance of avoiding direct inspiration from past works to maintain authenticity.
Instead, they aimed to pay homage to the cinematic tradition while crafting something uniquely their own.
Their nominated song will be up against tracks from acclaimed artists such as Beyoncé and Lin-Manuel Miranda, among others, in what promises to be a fiercely competitive category.
