#Billie Eilish
o Billie Eilish is closing out 2024 with a major achievement: she’s been named Apple Music’s 2024 Artist of the Year.
o In a statement, Billie said, “Since day one, Apple Music has supported my music and artistry, and I am both honored and humbled to receive this recognition as Artist of the Year this many years into my career.”
o The senior director of content and editorial of Apple Music, praised Billie’s evolution, saying, “From the moment we first heard ‘Ocean Eyes’ nearly a decade ago, we’ve been fans and champions of Billie’s work... She’s blossomed as bravely and honestly as she has — on her own terms, in her own way.”
o 2024 has been a landmark year for Billie: She won two Grammys for her Barbie soundtrack hit, “What Was I Made For?” and her third studio album, Hit Me Hard and Soft debuted at No. 1 on Apple Music’s albums chart in 138 countries.
o Billie is entering 2025 with seven Grammy nominations, including nominations for Album, Record and Song of the Year.