So basically he produces music like a painter. That's such a cool and profound approach and it makes so much sense. Damn it, Finneas. He's such an inspiring artist. Him and his sister are the best duo

Finneas has to be one of our generations best producers. He’s insanely talented

Love watching Finneas and Billies process.

the fact that we live in a time where we can just watch masters at work for free is something I am grateful for everyday. Incredible production

This interview just confirms what we already know about the genius of these two towering talents. Not just technically accomplished, but infused with emotional intelligence, warmth and compassion that sets them apart.

“If the audience took some profundity away from something & I felt nothing, I’d rather the opposite be true. I’d rather make music that *I* love.” That hit me.

I’m realizing I would love to hear a full instrumental film score produced by Finneas!! I think that would be incredible

I love how he always praises is little sister, and she always does the same about her big brother. Their relationship is so incredibly special. He is a literal genius.

Fabulous music aside, I absolutely LOVE how he always has Billie’s back. He basically said to everyone who thinks they KNOW them and what they’re about, that those people have no clue. Finneas and Billie are forever EVOLVING as musicians and as people, and that’s okay!

I hope this song wins a grammy or an oscar it's such a beautiful song.

A musical genius and a very nice human being.

Honestly I need a “10 hr loop of Finneas talking to sleep to” him explaining their process of making music is just so!!! You can really feel the passion.

I love love LOVE seeing how all these little background invisible nuances melt into the song where you may not know what's in there but it's so magical what it adds. Finneas is the most talented and genuine producer I've ever heard. And Billie's voice is just so perfectly fitted into what Finneas makes. They're the perfect songwriting team.

This is edited so well 🤌🏼🤌🏼🤌🏼

such a talented, honest, well spoken guy....

Can't believe he's giving us access to such intricate things..was sick to watch!

Finneas possesses a natural gift for artistry. I was truly captivated by the way he eloquently discussed the creation of this song. The video was fantastic. Like @jp_idol, I wholeheartedly concur that we need more videos of this caliber! I thoroughly enjoyed the video; it was crafted like a movie.

7:32 this is exactly what I love about his production, I always listen to billie’s music and EVERY TIME… I kid you not every time I find a new favourite sound in the song, it feels amazing and chilling when the music I listen to everyday still feels new ❤️ also my favourite part of the song is Billie’s ad-libs in the second chorus like those back vocals of her yelling “I don’t know how to feel” gives me chills even tho it’s so subtle. It makes me sad in the best way possible

I know that Billie is always in the limelight, but Finneas is probably the true master behind her music.

Finneas is a production god, he is a mastermind, I don't understand how his mind works to be able to create the incredible production he does.

I'm sure Billie and Finneas already know this but Finneas is a massive part of her success. The rest of it is Billie's great vocal talent and likeability (she radiates empathy so is probably the most likable artist on the stage today).

This man is a GENIUS

He‘s so well spoken and knowledgeable. Truly inspiring!

this guy is brilliant. surprised to see such a technical DAW deep dive on variety but I’m here for it. So rad

they take such good care of their songs

grammys and oscars aren't ready for these two !!!!!! BILLIE AND FINNEAS ARE TRULY THE BEST

Bro this guy really IS a genius..

Could listen to these two talk about music all day everyday

Fascinating. Who would ever think there are so many musical pieces to this song when it sounds so minimal and raw... and gorgeous.

One of the best songs of 2023 hands down… never heard a song so beautiful

Producing music is an art that demands a lot of sensitivity, just like painting a picture. When you take your work seriously it shows in the quality of your songs. This guy and his sister are just brilliant.

they will get their second oscar!

Props to Finneas, for everything he does. I feel so inspired by how he explained every single little detail that went into making what was I made for. And I swear the way he and Billie interact with Each other is beautiful. Billie is amazing as a person and man she has changed a lot when she was so young. Talented, beautiful, inspiring, kind, caring, lovable to her fans, and so much more.

(6:34) I absolutely love the choir/cathedral vocals. Every second of this song is sheer genius!

🔊 I like Finneas talking about his music work on Billie's music : he can freely give e-lessons to many beat-makers or musicians that appreciate what he have to make. Waiting for the 100% rock album of Billie. 🔊

I remember watching a video where Finneas came up with the piano sound in “Everything I wanted” and IM STILL taken aback from his creativity in that moment.

This song hits so hard. A true masterpiece.

Such a beautiful work, Finneas💛

Crying, punching the air right now because when they get it, they get it. That’s all I got to say.

Billie and Finneas are f genius, they're so good!

I could listen to him amd billie talking about their music non stop. This is so inspirational

Real musicians, true artists.

He’s absurdly talented. A genius! Love seeing the process of this beautifully made song

He’s so wise. One of my favorite producers/artists, this man.

This is so majestic. The love I have for these two is unreal.

Litterally art. I love listening to their stuff and finding hidden shit like he mentioned. Everytime I listen to the song I find something I didn’t hear before

Finneas is an ARTIST at the level of the most relevant artist in whatever discipline you could think of.

I love them so much you can’t even imagine

i like how finneas and billie make music together in the public eye because now if either one of them ends the other as a result of sibling rivalry it requires a lot more effort to hide the fact :)

OMG ! ❤❤❤❤ Incredible ! Finneas just opened a deeper door to the beauty of this song. This man is not only a genius... Finneas is a GOD ! ❤😢

Listening to his stuff on really good quality monitors is such a joy. The precision and intimacy of the soundstage image he creates, it's incredibly inspiring. It is wonderful to let it just wash over you, but the fact that all the technical details are there as well if you want to take that away is just the icing on the cake.

Finneas has such a beautiful manor. just the way he expresses himself and also billie is so enticing to watch. probably the most talented producer out there.

So much going on in the background, amazing to see.

Wow, I could cry, he’s so talented. They are amazing. The analogy of painting a sunset- I totally get that. This is beautiful!

This comment section is A VIBE!!! Love it! 😍 Not unexpectedly, of course, as Billie and Finneas seem to be both incredibly empathetic and kind people 😊 Wonderful to land in a corner of the internet that is this positive and supportive 🥳 Oh and the song is a masterpiece, I get goosebumps every time I hear it. ☮️ &❤️

Finneas is a music genius! I would not have found my fave artist ever if it wasn’t for him. I always include him when I praise Billie because he’s the one that makes things happen!!! 🥹🥹🥹

Grammys secured for Finneas and Billie 🏆

I would love to see more of these from variety🤩👍

The definition of making something look easy.

Him & Billie are the ultimate duo. I'm always amazed at their creative process 😍

I can’t wait for more and more of the world to give Finneas his laurels and honors as really one of the best producers of our time!! Each song is always smarter and more complex than I think it is 😅 Awesome that this song is genuinely so simple and so complex at the same time

it's so interesting knowing the process of songs in general,, but this one is just majestic hope it wins grammies and oscars

Absolute production wizard! Talented artist that really focuses on intricate sound layering to evoke powerful emotion in their work

I've never felt so connected with a producer/artist like him. Absolutely outstanding work he does, especially with his sister Billie!

I love how finneas creates and arranges music to suit the right feel and give a beautiful color to it. He’s just so unique and creative ✨🫶🏻

So knowledgeable and yet so humble. A rare combo. We need more of that.

I love stuff like this. they're both so talented & genuinely seem like they enjoy making music together w/ nothing being forced.

i could hear him talk for hours. beautifully explained. thank you for your art, finneas💌

Finneas you are so talented you rock a lot

they’re like the best duo ever

Incredible behind the scenes look at how this song was brought to life. A beautiful dance of art and science! Great interview!

This is amazing. Thank you for sharing your process and music with the world, Finneas!

I adore the behind-the-scenes of brilliant Finneas' and Billie's masterpieces! I will never tire of watching and listening to them talk about their process. Thank you for this little video @Variety 😘

This song is so evocative and touches my soul! Finneas and Billie, you are absolutely brilliant musicians!!

One of the most incredible videos ever! Finneas is amazing, thank you for showing us behind the scenes

So clear & generous sharing of all the details.. incredible song, we see all the making of and break down of parts, yet all the mystery of this track remains intact. Thanks for making this video.

Finneas you are so precious 🥲

Thank you for sharing this. I'm so moved by the closeness you share as siblings and the beautiful art that you create together. I wish I had that with my siblings, it's a rare gift. I also love that your parents slept in the living room so you could have your own bedrooms. I did the same for my son and was judged for it. I'd give my life for that kid, what's a bed matter. You do what you can with what you have. Look at the stellar humans they raised. Proud parents, no doubt. Respect 🤜🤛👊🎵✌️

I absolutely loved this. This song is soo beautiful and hearing the process of how it came to life is wonderful. I love Billie, but my appreciation and adoration of Finneas is growing daily by leaps and bounds. ❤

That is so incredible to listen to Finneas explain his musical style and Billie’s voice floating in lightly. ❤

Their parents must be BUSTING with pride. Amazing musicians - creators - people

Just brilliant. Seeing them work is phenomenal.

I love this content so much. Please Variety, give us more of these break downs!!!

Variety, I'm so in love with the "Behind The Song" series. Please keep them coming!

Always killin' it, Fin 🥹 Genius! with all the emotions put together, goosebumps 🤍

Thank you so much for sharing. What an inspiration. We love you Finneas!

Love this. Love the assembly - this process has so much in common with the way I design and produce my fashion line. Layering sounds like fabrics...patterns, stitches, seams. Not so simple as it seems the way things are sewn together - but to hear something, see something seemingly seamless. Something intricate and simple...something beautiful. Appreciate the insight, and obviously the music

I literally needed this. Thank u. Bro this gave me so much hope😭😭

Love his painting analogy, what a beautiful way to describe how great music makes you feel.

I love these videos that show the creative process!! absolutely love them!!!!

wow, mind blowned! Thanks for sharing detail of your working process Finneas

You both created a MASTERPIECE. Absolutely flawless. So exciting you two are around making music.

a truly compelling take. everything finneas says about music is eye opening and inspiring.

I watched a live version of this song that had the tears flowing down my face. One of my favorite songs of hers. Bellyache was the first song that I heard around the time she first came out and I was immediately in love. Nobody really knew who she was yet. I remember being completely shocked that she wasn’t more popular, and then she blew UP. It was bittersweet because she was our little secret for the fans that did love her. We wanted to keep her to ourselves. 🥹 To watch her grow, evolve, her sound change several times…it’s been amazing. This young woman is one of the most talented artists that we are going to see in our time, and this family is so beautifully talented. I love what these two have created together.

I love their philosophy toward music, and seeing the process of putting together a song was incredible. 💜🙏🏻

I am at awe at his detailed technical expertise and his profound creative knowledge. This is the power of simplicity 💖

Patrick has done a wonderful job instilling as much wisdom and self reflection into his children that they are inspiring millions with just a fraction of what he knows. I am in awe and thankful of both Patrick and Maggie for the wonderful job they did raising their children. Billie and Fineas have such a connection between them that allows them to create and connect to everyone. That's the real success of their music. Love you all. BIG FAN!❤

I loved this l! Finneas is such an amazing person as well!! ❤️ this song is everything to me thank you for creating a masterpiece finneas

Have to amend a previous nod to just Billie for this song, because clearly it is the genius of Billie AND Finneas that made this amazing work, one that is exactly one of those songs you feel on a subatomic level. They are both next level and so look forward to all the music they continue to make together.

The organ arpegios 😩 soooo perfect