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Miley Cyrus Releases 'Prelude,' Launching Her Experimental Visual Album 'Something Beautiful'

The spoken-word track and video, featuring archival Thierry Mugler couture, introduces the themes and aesthetic of the 13-track pop opera set for release on May 30, 2025.

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Overview

  • 'Prelude' is the first release from Miley Cyrus's upcoming visual album, 'Something Beautiful,' which will debut on May 30, 2025.
  • The track features spoken-word lyrics over a mysterious production, offering a thematic and aesthetic introduction to the album.
  • The accompanying video, co-directed by Cyrus, Jacob Bixenman, and Brendan Walter, highlights striking visuals, including archival 1997 Thierry Mugler couture.
  • Cinematography for the visual album and its June film debut is led by Benoît Debie, known for his work on 'Spring Breakers' and 'The Runaways.'
  • Inspired by Pink Floyd's 'The Wall,' the project blends fantasy, pop culture, and bold visual storytelling into a 13-track 'pop opera.'