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Miley Cyrus Unveils “Prelude” – A Sneak Peek into Upcoming Album “Something Beautiful”
Pop icon Miley Cyrus has dropped “Prelude,” a spoken-word track and accompanying visual piece, offering fans a first taste of her ninth studio album, Something Beautiful. Released on Monday, the new music video is rich with floral imagery and hints at the album’s thematic direction, generating significant buzz and anticipation among her global fanbase. While not a traditional song, “Prelude” serves as an artistic introduction to Cyrus’s forthcoming project.
Fan Reactions and Initial Impressions
The unconventional sound of “Prelude,” reminiscent of an 1980s Broadway musical overture, sparked immediate reactions online. Social media platforms buzzed with comments from fans expressing both surprise and excitement.
- “She’s dropping bread crumbs and we’re the pigeons eating it up. I can’t wait,” one enthusiastic YouTube commenter noted, capturing the eagerness of many.
- Another fan exclaimed, “MOTHER IS HYPING US TF UP,” reflecting the building anticipation for Something Beautiful.
Some followers admitted shock at the unexpected sonic direction, with comments such as “That is not what I expected” and “Shocked by this vibe” surfacing across platforms like Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).
Visual and Artistic Presentation of “Prelude”
Despite the initial surprise, admiration for Cyrus’s artistic vision was widespread. Fans lauded the visual presentation of “Prelude,” with comments like:
- “Iconic Art absolutely amazing!”
- “I cannot wait for this album. It seems like a perfect mix of pop, fashion.”
Cyrus is visually striking in the video, adorned in a sparkling headdress and gown, evoking the glamour of a theatrical production. The official Instagram caption accompanying the release announced: “Miley Cyrus releases “Prelude” the first song and visual from her ninth studio album, Something Beautiful available May 30, 2025.”
Fashion and Cinematography
Adding to the artistic depth, “Prelude” showcases Cyrus in archival 1997 Thierry Mugler couture, also featured on the album artwork, captured by acclaimed fashion photographer Glen Luchford. The visual narrative is further enhanced by the cinematography of Benoît Debie, known for his distinctive and striking style.
“Prelude” is currently accessible on all major streaming services.
Album Artwork and Details for “Something Beautiful”
Prior to the release of “Prelude,” Cyrus teased Something Beautiful with a bold album artwork reveal last week. The image, portraying her seemingly encased in icicles, actually features the same vintage Thierry Mugler couture from 1997.
An official announcement detailed more about the forthcoming album:
“Miley Cyrus unveils the artwork for her highly anticipated ninth studio album, Something Beautiful, set for release on May 30, 2025, via Columbia Records. The album features 13 original tracks and is executive produced by Miley Cyrus and Shawn Everett.”
The photography for the album and related visuals is credited to Glen Luchford.
Flashback to “Endless Summer Vacation” and “Flowers” Success
Cyrus’s previous album, Endless Summer Vacation, launched in March 2023, achieved significant commercial and critical success, largely fueled by the chart-topping single “Flowers.”
- “Flowers” dominated the Billboard Hot 100 chart for eight weeks, breaking numerous streaming records globally.
- The hit single garnered Grammy Awards for Record of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance.
- Endless Summer Vacation also earned Grammy nominations for Album of the Year and Best Pop Vocal Album.
Copyright Lawsuit Regarding “Flowers”
Despite its immense success, “Flowers” and Miley Cyrus are currently facing a legal challenge. Tempo Music Investments, a stakeholder in Bruno Mars’ 2013 hit “When I Was Your Man,” has filed a copyright infringement lawsuit.
The lawsuit alleges that “Flowers” intentionally copies elements of Mars’ song, specifically highlighting lyrical similarities in the choruses.
Miley’s legal team initially sought to dismiss the case, arguing that the plaintiff did not possess exclusive rights to the song. However, a judge rejected this argument, clarifying the legal distinction between “exclusive rights” and “exclusive ownership.”
The lawsuit is now set to proceed with Tempo Music Investments, along with songwriters Gregory Hein and Michael Pollack, as plaintiffs. Bruno Mars, while credited as a writer on “When I Was Your Man,” is not involved in the litigation.
“Flowers” Music Video Location – A Hollywood Connection
In a related development, the San Fernando Valley mansion featured in the “Flowers” music video has been sold. This four-bedroom, six-bathroom property served as the backdrop for the video of the breakup anthem, rumored to be inspired by Cyrus’s former husband, Liam Hemsworth.
The video showcased various parts of the residence, including Cyrus in a lingerie set by the pool, exercising in the home gym, and a shower scene.
Historically, the residence was rented by legendary crooner Frank Sinatra from 1960-1964, possibly longer. The luxurious “Byrdview” mansion, post-renovation, is a sought-after location for Hollywood productions and music videos, having appeared in “Mad Men” and videos for artists like Mariah Carey, Usher, and Rihanna.
Boasting 6,661 square feet and panoramic views of Los Angeles and surrounding nature preserve, the property commands up to $1.2 million in rental income for homeowners from Hollywood productions.