Reflecting on Plastic Hearts: Miley Cyrus's Regrets, Revelations, and Rock-Inspired Journey
Miley Cyrus recently shared her regrets about some of the songs on her seventh studio album, Plastic Hearts, during an episode of Sorry We're Cyrus. In a rapid-fire segment, Miley admitted that she wishes she hadn't written half of the songs on the album, attributing it to a "trauma response." The album, which featured more rock-inspired tracks, was released around the time of her divorce from Liam Hemsworth, leading to emotional and vulnerable lyrics in some songs.
In another interview, Miley expressed regret about Dua Lipa's feature on the song "Prisoner," stating that it didn't fit with the overall cohesion of the album. She suggested that Dua Lipa would have been better suited for other tracks on the album. Despite her regrets about Plastic Hearts, Miley revealed that she admires Dolly Parton's songwriting and wishes she had written half of her catalogue, along with songs by Blondie.
During the interview, Miley also reflected on her Bangerz era and shared anecdotes about sneaking out with her sister Brandi to see the Jonas Brothers. She jokingly mentioned an incident where her mom, Tish, accidentally unfollowed her on social media after Miley reunited with Billy Ray Cyrus. The timing of the unfollowing incident led to some playful banter between Miley and Tish, with Miley teasing her mom about quickly re-following her after receiving backlash.
In conclusion, Miley Cyrus's candid interviews shed light on her reflections and regrets about her past work, while also highlighting her admiration for iconic artists like Dolly Parton and Blondie. Despite her mixed feelings about certain songs and albums, Miley's openness about her creative journey adds depth to her evolving music career.