Miley Cyrus Is Making Waves With Her Newest Hit Single, “Used To Be Young”
If you found yourself tearing up to Miley Cyrus’ new single, “Used To Be Young,” don’t be embarrassed because you’re not alone. Released last August 25, the song clearly has a deep and personal connection with the 30-year-old actress/singer who grew up in front of the camera. Its genuine feel struck a chord with many listeners.
Though simple, the music video was poignant, showing Miley’s raw emotions using a single scene with a black background. The former Hannah Montana star wore a Mickey Mouse shirt under a more grown-up-looking red, sparkly leotard. According to Miley who penned the sentimental number, it’s about “honoring who we’ve been, loving who we are, and celebrating who we will become.”
Featuring lines like, “You tell me time has done changed me. That’s fine, I’ve had a good run. I know I used to be crazy. That’s ‘causе I used to be young,” it clearly references her turbulent yet well-publicized years as a child star, rebellious teenager, and adult.
After the song was released, fans from around the world took to social media to share their thoughts and reactions. There was an overwhelming amount of appreciation for Miley, her vocals, and her resilience.
Fans who posted on Twitter described the song as a “beautiful heartfelt masterpiece.”
Another wrote, “Miley Cyrus made me cry with her new song ‘Used to Be Young.’ It’s such a beautiful and honest reflection of her journey and growth. She honors her past, loves her present, and celebrates her future.”
Many predicted that Miley’s new song would be a shoo-in for 2023’s Song of the Year.
“#UsedToBeYoung” exploded on almost all social media platforms, with many admitting that they were crying since it was so easy to relate to the nostalgic lyrics.
Miley’s success comes after she became emotional during an ABC special where she talked about her famous parents, 62-year-old Billy Ray Cyrus and 56-year-old Tish Cyrus. In the show Endless Summer Vacation: Continued (Backyard Sessions), she said, “Over my short lifetime and my long career, I have expressed myself in many different and unique ways. But one thing that has always stayed consistent is honest storytelling. I’m deeply grateful and appreciative of anyone who takes the time to listen to my new song.”
Miley fondly reflected on her life, stating that she looked at the Top 100 Country Songs in 1992, the year she was born. At the time, her dad held the top spot for the country song “Achy Breaky Heart.”
The Last Song actress shared that seeing the numbers led her to see the people who enjoyed the music. Miley recalled how different her growing-up years were from her father’s. She described growing up on a sound stage, enjoying close bonds with her family, and the stability she experienced. Unlike her, Billy Ray came from nothing and didn’t have the same advantages.
Perhaps their extremely different backgrounds affected how they process fame. According to Miley, her country singer dad loves big audiences, allowing them to deeply and emotionally connect with him. Miley said that it’s an experience she doesn’t feel as intensely.
After the show, Miley’s “Used To Be Young’ was released. If the lyrics are any indication, it seems that the multi-talented celebrity is reflective and insightful in her own ways.
