When we think of the word "power," we often think of being able to do whatever we want. That's not always the case, however. Rather than accepting a one-size-fits-all definition of power, we should take time to learn what lights us up.
For example, if you peek into someone's basket at the grocery store, you'll notice that each basket is a little different. A dozen avocados here, frozen orange chicken there.
That's the same idea behind Billie Eilish’s new single, “Your Power.” The soft acoustic ballad, which dropped on Thursday, April 29, calls out abusers who exploit underage girls. In a new cover story with British Vogue, Eilish revealed the inspiration behind her song and its message.
Ultimately, Your Power is about relationship dynamics and the importance of understanding one’s own boundaries when it comes to power. It also addresses the way people in power can abuse that power, essentially making you feel like an object.
The singer has long been a body positive icon, opening up about her own relationship with body image. She's been a vocal advocate against sex abuse, and she has been open about her past relationships as well.
On the surface, the song appears to be about a relationship between Billie Eilish and her ex-boyfriend Brandon Quention Adams, better known as 7:AMP (who also goes by the name Q). However, it's been noted that she asked fans not to talk negatively about her former boo after his Apple TV documentary, "The World's A Little Blurry." It may therefore be more accurate to say that she's referring to a broader group of musicians who can take advantage of younger women.
