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HIT ME HARD AND SOFT is the transformative third studio album by global superstar Billie Eilish, released on May 17, 2024, through Darkroom and Interscope Records. Written and produced entirely by Eilish and her brother FINNEAS, the album is an audacious and cinematic journey that defies genre boundaries. Described by Eilish as a project that "hits you hard and soft," both lyrically and sonically, the album explores themes of self-reflection, fame, and the complex nature of human connection.
Musically, the album is a masterpiece of dynamic shifts, moving from intimate, hushed ballads to expansive, dance-floor-ready electronic production. Critics have hailed it as her most mature work to date, praising the innovative use of synthesizers, live strings, and Eilish’s increasingly versatile vocal range. It features standout tracks such as the ethereal "CHIHIRO," the infectious "LUNCH," and the soaring anthem "BIRDS OF A FEATHER."
This 2025 anniversary pressing is the one to own. It's cut from newly lacquered masters by Levi Seitz and pressed on splatter biovinyl — an eco-conscious format that doesn't sacrifice sound quality. The packaging is exceptional: a gatefold jacket with the original artwork reproduced on silver mirror foil board, a printed inner sleeve with full lyrics and credits, and an exclusive poster. The whole package feels like a proper artifact, not an afterthought reissue.
2024 | Darkroom / Interscope Records | Anniversary Edition | Splatter Biovinyl | Blue | Pressed in US
Certifications: 4x Platinum (CA), 2x Platinum (AU), 2x Platinum (UK), 2x Platinum (US), Diamond (BR), 4x Platinum (DK), 4x Platinum (NZ), 3x Platinum (BE), 3x Platinum (FR), 3x Platinum (PL), 3x Platinum (PT), 2x Platinum (SE), 2x Platinum (CH), Platinum (AUS), Platinum (IT), Platinum (NL), Platinum (ES), Platinum (CEN), 3x Gold (DE)
Community Rating: 4.8/5.0 (568 ratings on Discogs)
Tracklist
The tracks on this album are typically listed sequentially (1–10) rather than by side.
1. SKINNY
2. LUNCH
3. CHIHIRO
4. BIRDS OF A FEATHER
5. WILDFLOWER
6. THE GREATEST
7. L’AMOUR DE MA VIE
8. THE DINER
9. BITTERSUITE
10. BLUE
Critical Acclaim
- Metacritic: 89/100
- AnyDecentMusic?: 8.4/10
- AllMusic: 4.5/5 — Neil Z. Yeung
- Clash: 8/10 — Amrit Virdi
- The Daily Telegraph: 5/5 — Tanatat Khuttapan
- The Guardian: 4/5 — Tanatat Khuttapan
A must-have for fans of Billie Eilish and electronic and pop vinyl collectors.
