In the world of pop music, few artists refrain from leveraging their allure. Today's stars often present their sensuality with irony or detachment. However, Miley Cyrus defies this trend. Her recent visual album, "Something Beautiful," premiering at the Tribeca Festival, showcases her uninhibited embrace of sexuality. Through thirteen tracks filled with vibrant performances, Cyrus captivates audiences by merging her physicality and charisma into a compelling spectacle.
A Glimpse into Miley Cyrus's Visual Masterpiece
At the Tribeca Festival, Miley Cyrus unveiled her 55-minute visual album, co-directed alongside Jacob Bixenman and Brendan Walter. Set against cinematic backdrops ranging from Hollywood lots to warehouse lofts, Cyrus delivers an electrifying performance that harks back to the carefree flaunting of earlier decades. In "Easy Lover," she transforms a dressing room into a stage for self-expression before strutting through a dreamlike landscape. Meanwhile, "Golden Burning Sun" features her riding a chopper under a vivid orange sky, encapsulating themes of devotion reminiscent of '80s anthems. The video for "Walk of Fame" captures Cyrus navigating a deserted yet illuminated Hollywood Boulevard, exuding confidence in a silver dress. The climax arrives with "Every Girl You've Ever Loved," where Naomi Campbell joins Cyrus in asserting feminine power within an industrial setting bathed in ethereal light.
From a journalistic perspective, while some may critique the lack of narrative cohesion akin to Beyoncé’s "Lemonade," it is undeniable that "Something Beautiful" narrates Cyrus's intricate relationship with stardom and sensuality. Each video serves as both an homage to past eras and a declaration of personal mythology, inviting viewers not merely to watch but to reflect upon the interplay between celebrity allure and genuine connection.