Billie Eilish ‘No One Is Illegal on Stolen Land’ Grammys Rant

Pop star Billie Eilish drew strong reactions after making political remarks during her appearance at the Grammy Awards on Sunday, where she referenced the idea that the United States was built on “stolen land.”

While on stage with her brother and longtime collaborator Finneas, Eilish wore an “ICE Out” pin and spoke about the importance of activism. She told the audience, “It’s really hard to know what to say and what to do right now. We need to keep speaking up and keep protesting. Our voices really do matter and the people matter.” She also added, “No one is illegal on stolen land,” and criticized Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

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Billie Eilish says “f*ck ice” during her #Grammys acceptance speech: “Nobody is illegal on stolen land. We need to keep fighting and speaking up. Our voices do matter.” pic.twitter.com/Sz1um3afYJ

— Variety (@Variety) February 2, 2026

Her comments were applauded by some viewers and activists who share her perspective, while others questioned the consistency of her position.

Some social media users pointed out that Eilish has previously taken legal action to protect her private property. In 2020, she obtained a court order to prevent a man from trespassing at her Los Angeles home. Critics online argued that if the country is described as existing on “stolen land,” that idea could raise questions about private property rights, including her own.

One X user summarized this criticism by asking: “If no one can be illegal on stolen land, how can land be stolen in the first place? And if the land is stolen, why not give it back?”

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QUESTIONS: Since Billie Eilish lives on stolen land AND won’t return it AND no one is illegal on stolen land, why does she keep going to court to prevent people from illegally trespassing on her stolen land? h/t @LeftismForU pic.twitter.com/kwpwvCUlpF

— @amuse (@amuse) February 2, 2026

The exchange highlights a broader debate about how historical arguments regarding land, sovereignty, and Indigenous rights intersect with modern views on property ownership and personal security.