Billie Eilish Steps Away from Discussing Her Love Life and Sexuality
Billie Eilish, the multi-Grammy-winning pop sensation, is making it clear—she's done talking about her love life and personal relationships. In a recent cover story for Vogue, Eilish shared her thoughts on embracing her sexuality in the public eye and expressed regret for being so open about it in the past.
“I wish no one knew anything about my sexuality or anything about my dating life. Ever, ever, ever,” Eilish told the magazine. “And I hope that they never will again. I’m never talking about my sexuality ever again. And I’m never talking about who I’m dating ever again.”
Regret Over Public Attention on Her Personal Life
At just 22 years old, Eilish has already become one of the most influential artists of her generation. Despite her fame, she has generally kept her love life private throughout her career. However, she has been publicly linked to men, including Jesse Rutherford from The Neighbourhood, with whom she split in May 2023.
Reflecting on the intense scrutiny that comes with being in the spotlight, Eilish shared, “I guess I also underestimate that things I say will be blown up into the biggest news of the whole world. That’s so unnatural. We’re all babies. We’re all little kids growing up and learning ourselves.”
Embracing and Discussing Sexuality
In recent years, Eilish has become more open about her sexuality, discussing her attraction to both men and women. Her 2023 hit “Lunch” featured lyrics about a female love interest, and in an April 2024 cover story for Rolling Stone, she spoke candidly about her romantic experiences with women. "I’ve been in love with girls my whole life," she revealed, explaining that it took time to fully understand her feelings.
Still, Eilish expresses frustration with how the internet and media have pressured her into discussing her personal life. “Who f—ing cares? The whole world suddenly decided who I was, and I didn’t get to say anything or control any of it,” she said. “Nobody should be pressured into being one thing or the other. I know people who don’t figure out their sexuality until they’re in their forties, fifties, sixties. It’s unfair how the internet bullies you into talking about who you are and what you are.”
Breaking Free from Labels
Eilish’s refusal to be boxed into one label speaks to the larger conversation about fluidity in identity and the pressure that public figures face to define themselves. She continues to challenge the notion that individuals must fit neatly into societal expectations regarding sexuality.
Most recently, Eilish's playful and seductive lyrics in a remix of Charli XCX’s track “Guess” again showcased her willingness to explore different facets of attraction. In the song, she sings about picking out lingerie for a girl, further highlighting her open-minded approach to relationships and attraction.
Conclusion: Privacy Over Publicity
Eilish’s decision to step away from discussing her love life and sexuality represents her desire to regain control over her personal narrative. As she continues to evolve both as an artist and as a person, Eilish is drawing a line between her public persona and her private life. Her message is clear: no one should be forced into revealing or defining themselves on someone else’s terms.