Everything to know about Miley Cyrus' 8th album 'Endless Summer Vacation'
It features her hit 'Flowers'
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Miley Cyrus dropped her eighth album 'Endless Summer Vacation' — featuring Number 1 hit 'Flowers' — back in March 2023. It came two years after her seventh album 'Plastic Hearts'.
Want to know more about 'Endless Summer Vacation' — including the meaning behind the title, and who she worked with on it? We take a deep dive into the record, which also includes singles 'Jaded' and 'River'...
When was 'Endless Summer Vacation' released?
Miley's eighth album 'Endless Summer Vacation' was released on 10th March 2023. On the day of release, the singer shared a clip from the music video for her song 'River', telling her fans: 'ENDLESS SUMMER VACATION + RIVER VIDEO OUT NOW'.
What is the meaning behind the title?
'Endless Summer Vacation' is filled with feel-good summer tunes, so it's no surprise the album title reflects the vibe of the Californian sunshine.
Miley is reported to have said she wanted to create a summer getaway feel in all of the album's promotional material. And frankly we agree with her logic — it's the perfect soundtrack to any sunny roadtrip, or day on the beach.
Miley teased album lyrics with fans
Before the release of her album, Miley surprised fans with a first look at some new lyrics from her album.
Fan accounts shared photos of postcards they'd received along with lyrics from songs on her upcoming album.
One postcard read: 'I'm driving around town in a beat up old Mercedes You think I'm crazy you might be right.' The card was then signed: 'XO MC'. We now know these lyrics are from the first verse of Miley's track 'Thousand Miles'.
In another tweet, a fan account shared another postcard which showed the iconic photo of Miley hanging from a trapeze with the words: 'Endless Summer Vacation, make it last 'til we die...', this time signed: 'XOXO Miley'. These lyrics are from Miley's song 'Rose Colored Lenses'.
A further fan took to Twitter (now X) to share their postcard from the pop star which read: 'Am I stranded on an island or have I landed in paradise', signed 'XO MC'. This one's from 'Island'.
How did she announce the album?
In January 2023, Miley shared a couple of posts about the record. She posted a video captioned with the album's title and release date: 'ENDLESS SUMMER VACATION. THE ALBUM. MARCH 10.'
The video showed Miley next to a pool, as a handheld camera cuts between the singer, the pool and palm trees, all accompanied by a synth wave track, while Miley can be heard talking over it, saying: "We met each other on the neon dingy, past the manta-rays and palm trees, glowing creatures beamed down from great heights, electric eels and red venom.
"In the sky, we could see the riders on horseback, on comets coming toward us kicking up with laughter. My friend Big Twitchy rode the boat to the light, surfed the north break, we danced until there was nothing left, just me and Twitchy, cos that's all we knew..."
Fans and celebrities commented on Miley's post, with Kylie Minogue saying '😝', and MTV writing: 'it's the year of miley YET AGAIN'. (sic)
Other fans wrote: 'ALBUM OF THE YEAR', and: 'SO READY 👏👏👏'.
Miley then followed her first post with a photo of herself hanging from a trapeze wearing a black unitard, stilettos and sunglasses, with a backdrop of a deep blue sky. The image was our first opportunity to see the album's cover artwork.
Where did it come in the charts?
'Endless Summer Vacation' went to Number 1 in the UK and Number 3 over in the US. It's since been certified Gold here.
What is the tracklist?
'Flowers' 'Jaded' 'Rose Colored Lenses' 'Thousand Miles (feat. Brandi Carlile)' 'You' 'Handstand' 'River' 'Violet Chemistry' 'Muddy Feet (feat. Sia)' 'Wildcard' 'Island' 'Wonder Woman'
Miley's song 'Flowers'
Released on the same day as her ex Liam Hemsworth's birthday (13th January), Miley dropped her song 'Flowers' back in 2023, along with the music video for us all to enjoy. You can watch the music video below.
Who did Miley work with on the album?
As you'll see in the tracklist above, both Sia and Brandi Carlile feature on 'Endless Summer Vacation'. Sia joined forces with Miley to record 'Muddy Feet', which you can listen to below:
Also on the album is a collaboration with American singer-songwriter Brandi Carlile, called 'Thousand Miles'. You can listen to it below.
Digital edition
An expanded digital edition of 'Endless Summer Vacation', which featured single 'Used To Be Young' along with a demo version of 'Flowers' was released in August 2023. You can watch the music video below.
Did 'Endless Summer Vacation' win any awards?
While the album itself didn't win any huge awards, it was nominated for lots — and one of its songs won big! 'Endless Summer Vacation' was nominated for Album of the Year and Best Pop Vocal Album at the 2024 GRAMMY Awards. It also received nominations at the MTV VMAs, People's Choice Awards and Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards.
'Flowers' however, won Record of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance at the 2024 GRAMMYs — bagging Miley her first two awards at the prestigious ceremony.
Did Miley tour the album?
No, she decided not to, due to the heavy physical demands of going on tour — and the toll it would take on her wellbeing.
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Scroll through Miley's looks through the years:
Miley attends a 'Hannah Montana' photocall (2006)
Miley sported a knitted cardigan and brunette hair at a Hannah Montana photocall in 2006.
Miley at the VH1 Big in '06 Awards (2006)
For the VH1 Big in '06 Awards, Miley opted to wear a sparkly top with her hair styled in curls.
'Best of both worlds concert' World Premiere (2008)
For the 'Best of Both Worlds concert' premiere in 2008, Miley showed off darker hair, along with eyeliner for an edgier look.
Miley promotes 'Miles to Go' (2009)
A return to Miley's brunette hair in 2009 as she promoted her autobiography, Miles to Go.
Miley arriving at the 82nd Academy Awards ceremony (2010)
Miley looked glamorous at the Oscars in 2010, choosing to style her hair in an up-do and wear a stunning gown.
Miley performing at a private concert (2010)
2010 saw Miley opt for a new look as she dyed her hair a stunning auburn colour.
Miley performing at the MuchMusic Video Awards (2010)
Later in 2010, Miley's hair was blonder as she performed at the MuchMusic Video Awards.
Miley arriving at the 53rd Annual Grammy Awards (2011)
Miley shone as she took to the red carpet in a sequinned dress as she attended the Grammy Awards in 2011.
Miley arrives at Elton John's annual awards (2012)
Miley moved away from her longer hairstyle, showing off this stunning bob in 2012! For Elton John's Aids Foundation party, Miley sported a floor-length Roberto Cavalli gown.
Miley arriving at the MTV Video Music Awards (2012)
A blonder look for Miley as she wore her hair in a quiff style as she opted for a black Emilio Pucci dress with a plunging neckline.
Miley Cyrus attends 'VH1 Divas' (2012)
Miley went for a shorter hairstyle as she attended VH1 Divas in 2012, wearing a black Norma Kamali dress with cut out detailing along the side, whilst also sporting a nose ring.
Miley celebrating PUNK Chaos to Couture (2013)
Miley embraced the punk style with spiky hair, a mesh Marc Jacobs dress and a bold red lip.
Miley arriving at the MTV Video Music Awards (2013)
Arriving at the MTV Video Music Awards, Miley styled her short hair into buns as she wore a crop top and trousers.
Miley performs at the O2 Arena on her 'Bangerz' tour
A sparkly outfit from Miley in the form of this bejeweled ensemble, which is adorned with a pair of lips.
Miley attends the 6th Annual amfAR Inspiration Gala (2015)
Miley styled her hair with a braid and red glittery clip as she attended the amfAR Inspiration Gala in 2015. She also opted for a classic, glossy red lip.
Miley Cyrus backstage at the MTV Video Music Awards (2015)
Miley went for a bold, vibrant pink look at the 2015 MTV Video Music Awards, including a pink pig-themed bow in her hair.
'New Miley' (2017)
The singer returned to a stunning, natural look in 2017, as she posed in a pink dress with wavy hair.
Miley Cyrus at the 2018 GRAMMYs
Miley went for a black velvet Jean-Paul Gaultier jumpsuit as she attended the 2018 Grammy Awards, carrying a white rose in support of the Time's Up movement.
Miley Cyrus performs at Glastonbury (2019)
Miley performed an incredible set at Glastonbury Festival in 2019, she looked incredible in black leather trousers and a white crop top, whilst her hair was styled with a fringe.
Miley Cyrus arriving at the VMAs (2020)
Miley wowed on the red carpet at the VMAs in 2020, sporting a sheer, sequinned Mugler dress, paired with matching gloves.
Miley gets a mullet (2021)
Rocking a mullet, Miley looked incredible in a black tassled dress, opting for a stunning smoky eyeshadow look.
Miley channels her inner rockstar for festival season (Summer 2021)
Miley let her rockier side out with this cool ensemble - sporting a tartan skirt, fishnet tights and a slogan vest top with a chain detail.
The shoulder-length hair returns in blonde and black (2022)
Miley returned to a longer hairstyle as she showed off a blonde style, with strands of black.
Elegant gowns and blonde hair for her New Year Party (2023)
Wowing in a stunning Versace gown with wavy blonde hair, Miley looked incredible whilst hosting her New Year's Party.
Gold Maison Margiela safety pins gown (2024)
Attending the Grammy Awards 2024, Miley rocked an intricately crafted gown, made up of gold safety pins, from Maison Margiela - paired with a voluminous hairdo.
Custom all-black Alaïa look at the Met Gala (2025)
Wearing a custom all-black Alaïa look, Miley graced the red carpet at the Met Gala, where the theme was Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.
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