Billie Eilish’s “Birds of a Feather” music video receives mixed fan reactions

Fans react to Billie Eilish’s minimalist "Birds of a Feather" video, praising its simplicity but asking for more depth

Billie Eilish’s new music video for "Birds of a Feather" has received mixed responses from fans, with many reacting to its minimalist style. Known for creating visually striking yet understated videos, Eilish’s latest release follows a similar pattern, featuring the singer seated in a chair as she is gradually elevated and transported through different parts of what seems to be an abandoned building. The video’s use of paranormal-like imagery, however, has left some fans divided.

Many fans have expressed disappointment with the video, citing its simplicity and lack of thematic connection to the song. Some viewers expected a more dynamic and visually engaging approach. “I wish the ‘Birds of a Feather’ music video would’ve had more depth,” one fan commented, while another remarked on social media, “It doesn’t match the song’s energy.”

Birds of a feather video a dark moody office while the song encapsulates love in spring, chihiro being her running around meanwhile there's a whole movie inspired by it, lunch not featuring any women... I need Billie to hand the camera and stop directing pic.twitter.com/OAcnnyMLe7

— waiting (@bythegoldclock) September 27, 2024

the real birds of a feather music videopic.twitter.com/NWA2Fr3BhO

— yaseene (@sevenssine) September 27, 2024

birds of a feather mv pic.twitter.com/eAWOMjqhuO

— adi (@folieadieux) September 27, 2024

the wwy billie is ruining her era with these visuals like… the colors? i imagined Birds of a Feather to play in a field with flowers, animated birds,… what is this— pic.twitter.com/3lKiizzwIi

— momo 💋 (@amazingmomo_) September 27, 2024

me if I catch that chair from billie eilish birds of a feather music video pic.twitter.com/I7MerbwgNd

— MinatheRuined 🇵🇸 (@adelianator) September 27, 2024

I'll just pretend that the birds of a feather music video doesn't exist pic.twitter.com/UWspy1ZFMJ

— roune | 𝕏 (@betteroffwoem) September 27, 2024

How the Birds of a Feather MV should have looked like pic.twitter.com/sMVVV3mbTQ

— 𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐦𝐢 ☀️ (@likeasweetner) September 27, 2024

You thought… the weird girl… was gonna do flowers and birds for her song called Birds of a Feather??????? https://t.co/OiUG4Vmx8q

— 🤠 COWBOY TARIGHI (@persianprince07) September 27, 2024

Despite the criticism, other fans have appreciated the minimalist aesthetic, noting that Eilish’s video style is in line with her usual approach to music videos. One viewer pointed out a potential deeper meaning behind the paranormal elements, suggesting that the video’s simplicity could reflect the song’s emotional undertones.

While the fanbase remains split, Billie Eilish’s ability to spark conversation and maintain her distinct artistic style continues to shine through.