Taylor Swift Fans React as Billie Eilish Criticizes 3-Hour Concerts

Don't count on seeing a concert from Billie Eilish similar to an Eras Tour anytime soon. The singer, known for her song "Lunch," expressed her thoughts on excessively long concerts during a fan chat on the Stationhead app on Thursday, May 23. Eilish, who is 22 years old, described concerts that go on for an extended period of time as "psychotic."

"She mentioned that she's not interested in doing a three-hour show. According to her, nobody wants that, including her fans and herself. Even as a fan, she wouldn't want to listen to her favorite artist for three hours straight."

Many of Taylor Swift's devoted fans saw her comment about long concerts as a subtle dig at her fellow pop star, Billie Eilish. Swift's highly successful Eras Tour goes well beyond the three-hour mark, covering her extensive discography spanning almost two decades. The video clip gained traction after being shared on X by a Swift fan account, with users pointing out that the popularity of the Eras Tour proves that there is indeed a demand for lengthy shows.

We has reached out to Eilish’s representatives for comment.

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Billie Eilish, known for her environmental consciousness, made a comment that upset some Swifties. In an interview with Billboard in March, she criticized the practice of top artists releasing multiple slightly different vinyl albums as "wasteful." While Eilish has always been a supporter of sustainability in the music industry, fans of Taylor Swift saw her mention of "the biggest artists" as a direct attack. The backlash was so intense that Eilish felt the need to address the situation.

She expressed her frustration on Instagram Stories in April, stating that it would be great if people stopped misquoting her and took the time to read her actual words from the billboard article. She clarified that she was not targeting anyone specific, but rather highlighting widespread issues within the industry.

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Taylor Swift took the stage during night four of “Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour” at La Defense on May 12, 2024 in Paris, France. Kevin Mazur/TAS24/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management

Eilish and Swift have shown support for each other over the years. In 2019, Swift presented Eilish with Billboard’s Woman of the Year Award. Eilish, in an interview with the Los Angeles Times last October, praised both Swift and Beyonce for their ability to perform at stadiums for long hours.

She finds it really hard to play stadiums, especially when comparing herself to untouchable superstars like Beyoncé and Taylor Swift. She mentioned how amazing it is that they can put on such long shows filled with incredible moments.

Editor's P/S:

Billie Eilish's recent comments on long concerts have sparked a debate among music fans. While some agree with her view that lengthy shows can be "psychotic," others argue that they provide a unique and immersive experience. Eilish's remarks have also been interpreted as a subtle dig at Taylor Swift's Eras Tour, which has been praised for its elaborate production and extensive setlist.

It's important to note that both Eilish and Swift have expressed admiration for each other's artistry in the past. Eilish has acknowledged the impressive stamina of Swift and Beyoncé in delivering long stadium shows. However, her concerns about sustainability and the potential for artists to overextend themselves raise valid points that deserve consideration. Ultimately, the length of a concert is a matter of personal preference, and fans should choose to attend shows that align with their own expectations and tolerance levels.