During a recent appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Finneas opened up about the story behind his album cover for “For Cryin’ Out Loud!” and shared some exciting updates. The talk show host, Jimmy Fallon, welcomed Finneas back to the show and congratulated him on his recent achievements. Finneas, who is known for his songwriting and production skills, has been on a winning streak, having won two more Grammys, including Song of the Year for “What Was I Made For?” He also produced his sister Billie Eilish‘s platinum-selling album “Hit Me Hard and Soft” and won another Oscar, making him and Billie the two youngest two-time Oscar winners in history.
But Finneas isn’t stopping there. He has also ventured into television, scoring a new Apple TV+ show called “Disclaimer,” which is set to premiere soon. The show is created by the renowned director Alfonso Cuaron, known for his work on films like “Gravity” and “Roma.” Finneas shared his excitement about the opportunity and admitted that although it scares him, he believes in taking on new challenges even when he doesn’t feel fully qualified.
Moving on to his solo career, Finneas talked about his new album, “For Cryin’ Out Loud!” The album is his second solo project, and he explained that the inspiration behind it came from jam sessions he had with some talented writers and producers after finishing Billie’s album. Within just two weeks, they created a record that surprised Finneas himself, given how quickly it came together.
To celebrate the release of the album, Finneas will be going on tour, performing across the United States, Europe, and Australia. Fans can expect an incredible live experience as he showcases his musical prowess and captivating stage presence.
During his conversation with Fallon, Finneas also revealed the story behind the album cover that has caught the attention of many. The cover features a photo of Finneas looking sad, and he explained that the picture was taken during the filming of the music video for the title song, “For Cryin’ Out Loud.” At the time, the camera had broken, causing them to lose several hours’ worth of footage and forcing them to reshoot everything. The genuine sadness captured in the photo, which shows Finneas thinking about shooting the video twice, resonated with him, and he decided it was the perfect fit for the album cover.
To top it all off, Finneas treated the audience to a live performance of “Lotus Eater,” the final track from his album. Joined by his friends and Andrew from the Itaca Quartet on cello, Finneas showcased his talent and the musical chemistry that brought the album to life.
With his ongoing success in the music industry and his foray into television, Finneas proves himself to be a multitalented artist who continues to push boundaries and captivate audiences. Fans of Finneas can look forward to experiencing his infectious energy and standout performances as he embarks on his upcoming tour. “For Cryin’ Out Loud!” is available now for fans to enjoy, and it’s undeniable that Finneas has a promising future ahead in the entertainment industry.
