Doing CPR to Billie Eilish Songs? Yes, this is Happening!
Move over “Stayin’ Alive” - a new CPR beat is in town, and it’s not disco. It’s Billie Eilish. Yep, the pop queen of whispery vocals and dreamy dread is now the unexpected soundtrack for saving lives. If that sounds weird, buckle up—this is real, and it's weirdly effective.
The CPR Playlist: From Bee Gees to Billie
For decades, Stayin’ Alive by the Bee Gees was the go-to CPR anthem. Why? Because it clocks in at 100–120 beats per minute—the ideal rhythm for chest compressions. But now, Gen Z has added a darker, cooler twist. Enter: Billie Eilish.
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Her song Chihiro, with its hypnotic beat and steady tempo, fits perfectly into CPR timing. The idea might sound strange, but it’s part of a growing trend where people are using their favorite pop songs to stay on beat while giving chest compressions.
Wait - Chihiro? That Dreamy, Haunting Track?
Yes. Chihiro—the ambient, almost ghostly track from Billie’s latest album—is apparently ideal for pressing on someone’s chest in a life-or-death scenario. The steady rhythm beneath all the reverb and emotion is about 102 BPM, which falls into the American Heart Association’s recommended CPR tempo.
It’s the musical equivalent of whispering, “Don’t die on me,” while doing everything you can to keep someone alive. Creepy? Kind of. Effective? Absolutely.
TikTok Has Entered the Chat
Of course, TikTok is where things got truly bizarre. CPR instructors, medical students, and Billie stans alike have taken to the platform to demonstrate doing compressions to Chihiro - and honestly, it works.
There’s even a viral trend of people practicing on CPR mannequins while lip-syncing Eilish’s lyrics like, “I don’t even know you now,” mid-compression. It's haunting. It's hilarious. It's health education for the chronically online.
CPR to Billie: It’s Not Just Chihiro
While Chihiro is getting the most love, other Billie Eilish tracks have also been unofficially CPR-tested. Songs like:
- “Bury a Friend” (98 BPM)
- “Everything I Wanted” (104 BPM)
- “My Future” (101 BPM)
These tracks fall close to the CPR beat sweet spot and bring a whole new vibe to life-saving skills. Just imagine reviving someone to the sound of “What do you want from me?” Iconic.
Should You Actually Do This?
Yes… and no. The most important thing is maintaining the right rhythm—not necessarily the vibe. If remembering Chihiro helps you do effective compressions, go for it. But always follow certified CPR training and the guidance of health professionals.
Bonus: next time you’re in CPR class, you’ll never forget how to stay on beat—and you’ll have Billie Eilish in your head, possibly forever.
Final Beat: Billie’s Whisper, Your Lifesaver?
It may sound bizarre, but Billie Eilish’s music might just help save lives. Chihiro isn’t just a sad banger—it’s CPR-certified (well, rhythm-wise). So, the next time you’re brushing up on your first aid skills, throw on your headphones, hit play, and press to the beat. Stranger things have happened.