Miley Cyrus has already proven herself many times over, but she never stops pushing boundaries. Her latest album, Something Beautiful, released by Columbia Records, is her boldest and most adventurous work yet.
A Bold New Sound
This album is even more daring than Bangerz and sometimes wackier than Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz — a huge achievement. But Miley isn’t just being wild for fun. She’s challenging herself and honoring the music legends who inspired her.
A Trip Back to the ’70s and ’80s
On Something Beautiful, Miley takes inspiration from the late 1970s and early 1980s. The album features glittering Europop and psychedelic opera sounds, reinventing that timeless era.
- On the track “End of the World,” Miley channels ABBA with a catchy tune that could be this summer’s hit if not for tough competition from artists like Lady Gaga.
- “Every Girl You’ve Ever Loved” is a disco-inspired song that would make Donna Summer proud, with a special spoken cameo by supermodel Naomi Campbell that echoes Madonna’s “Vogue.”
Not Your Typical Radio Hits
Not every song on the album is designed for the radio — but Miley doesn’t need to please anyone now. She’s made huge global hits like “Flowers,” “Wrecking Ball,” and “Party in the U.S.A.”, and radio isn’t as important in 2025 anyway.
The title track “Something Beautiful” starts slow and soulful, then suddenly bursts into an intense rock chorus with distorted vocals. It’s a wild, brief moment reminiscent of Miley’s most provocative days.
The Album’s Highlights
The second half of the album really stands out:
- “Reborn” is a nearly six-minute song that grows bigger and more powerful with every moment.
- “Walk of Fame” is an even longer track and arguably the best dance song Miley has ever made.
Grammy-Worthy Work
It took almost 20 years for Miley to win her first Grammy (for 2020’s Plastic Hearts), but with an album like Something Beautiful, she’s now standing tall alongside the greatest pop stars.
Miley Cyrus’s Something Beautiful is a daring, experimental album that revisits classic sounds while staying true to her bold style. It’s an exciting new chapter in her career that fans and critics alike will appreciate.
