Billie Eilish Hit me Hard and Soft Inspired Writing Prompts for Writers

Billie Eilish, the enigmatic pop icon, has taken the world by storm with her hauntingly beautiful and deeply personal music. Her lyrics, often dark and introspective, delve into themes of mental health, heartbreak, and self-discovery.

For writers seeking inspiration, Billie Eilish's music offers a treasure trove of powerful prompts. In this post, we'll explore the depths of her artistry and translate it into writing prompts that will help you tap into your own voice and unleash your creativity.

Billie Eilish Songs: Prompts Inspired by Eilish's Darker Side

• The Monster Under the Bed: Eilish's music often grapples with anxieties and hidden fears. Write a story from the perspective of a monster lurking in the shadows, or a child terrified by its presence.
• Bury a Friend: Eilish's song of the same name explores themes of dissociation and a yearning to escape oneself. Write a story about a character who fakes their own death to start a new life.
• Therefore I Am: In this song, Eilish confronts the darkness within herself. Write a personal essay about a flaw or fear you possess, and how you choose to live with it.

Softer-Edged Prompts Inspired by Eilish's Vulnerable Side

• Ocean Eyes: This breakout hit is a ballad about a powerful emotional connection. Write a love letter from one person to another, detailing the way they see the world differently because of their love.
• When the Party's Over: Eilish sings about the loneliness that can linger even when surrounded by people. Write a scene depicting a character at a party, yearning for a deeper connection.
• everything i wanted: This song explores a complicated relationship. Write a story about two friends who are drifting apart, and the unspoken emotions that lie between them.

Bonus Prompt: Don't Smile at Me

Take inspiration from the title of Eilish's debut EP and write a story that subverts expectations. Craft a character who defies stereotypes, or a situation that unfolds in an unexpected way.

More Story Plot Ideas by The Gloomy Writer, Inspired by Billie Eilish

 (WARNING: Use these plot ideas with caution as they are copyright protected and you can only use them as inspiration to come up with your own story plot ideas)

NOTE: These are some Story Plot Ideas Listed in The Gloomy Writer's Ebook

IDEA#1: A Character's best friend mysteriously disappears after confessing their love for the other, leaving messages to their friend they refuse to belive that they are gone and waited for a long time hoping their best friend will come back.

IDEA#2: Childhood best friends are torn apart by a traumatic event that the other had to go through and the character feels like they are loosing their friend slowly and is trying to save them however they can.

IDEA#3: A struggling artist falls in love with a terminally ill woman who lives next door. He spends time with her painting beautiful pictures of her through his paintings. However, Her health deteriorates, reminding them of their harsh reality and the guilt of delaying the inevitable goodbye.

IDEA#4: A Character was brought up by their only family member left, her grandfather, but now he's diagnosed with a terminal illness. They cherish every moment with their grandfather but as his health deteriorates, The Character helps him fulfill a lifelong bucket list of his and their before saying their final goodbyes.

IDEA#5: In a utopian society, a mysterious illness that makes people lose their memories. A character begins to lose memories of their beloved childhood friend. The story follows their emotional struggle as The character tries to hold onto their memories and struggles to make new ones while their bestfriend slowly fades from their grasp.

IDEA#6: A teenager gets lost in a train station trying to find her parents but accidently boards a seemingly ordinary train that takes them to a fantastical world with strange customs and hidden dangers and now they must find a way to go back home and reunite with their family.

IDEA#7: A character, raised in a secluded mansion by a strict and overprotective aunt, is thrust into the harsh conditions of foster care after her aunt's sudden death. The character, who has never interacted with anyone and doesn't understand social cues, struggles to connect with other children and caregivers.

IDEA#8: The protagonist is forced to wear a magical mask that changes their appearance to blend in with the fantastical world. The longer they wear it, the more their own identity starts to fade, replaced by the persona the mask projects.

IDEA#9: A Character fakes their own death in order to hide from a stalker/killer who vowed to take them away from everyone they loved, abandoning their loved one and leaving them in deep sorrow only to come back a few years later to discover that a lot of things had changed.

IDEA#10: An inquisitive character inherits a mysterious mirror from their grandmother. Their reflection from the mirror is not what it seems, rather the mirror is a portal that brought their doppelganger, a misunderstood part of their own fractured psyche from the past, to life.

Remember: These are just starting points. Let Eilish's music infuse your writing with its unique energy, and don't be afraid to take the prompts in unexpected directions.

Now put on your favorite Billie Eilish tunes, grab your pen, and unleash the creativity you possess within yourself!

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