Miley Cyrus reveals the inspiration behind the single 'Midnight Sky'
She wrote it during lockdown
Last updated 21st Sep 2020
Miley Cyrus joined Boogie and Arlene on their Saturday Show (19th September), when the Northsound 1 presenters found out more about her new song 'Midnight Sky', the inspirations behind it and what she hopes her fans will feel after hearing it.
Speaking to Boogie and Arlene, Miley revealed that her latest song was inspired by a big night out before the lockdown started. "At the top of 2020, I actually kinda started writing this song about one of my last nights out before we all went into lockdown. I went to this place that had like 400 disco balls on the ceiling..."
The singer went on to explain how she then hung out with her producer and after that everything was locked down. When they were reunited in the studio three months later, Miley recalled, "We almost wrote this song about this reality that we had, but also the fantasy of what it was like to just be free in the world again."
Miley also revealed she loves a list and told us what was on her list. The singer explained today is definitely not her "reality" as she'll be doing a lot of interviews over Zoom from her house, including talkshow host Jimmy Fallon! Of course, she'd much rather be visiting the radio stations to promote her song.
Miley went on to reveal that she likes to have things on her list that can help her towards her end goal, explaining, "Usually my list would be something about doing something that I do today to get towards a goal... so, what's one or two things you can do everyday that gets to you to your end goal?
"I really love writing down what I want and cross-checking with myself," Miley continued.
Getting pretty deep, Miley explained that one of her goals was to feel comfortable being alone. Adding that she also had some other things on her list such as calling her therapist, and doing something for her mum, as her grandmother had recently passed away.
Now take a look at Miley Cyrus' looks throughout 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)
A stunning, natural look from Miley 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, as she carried a white rose in support of the Time's Up movement.
Miley Cyrus performs at Glastonbury (2019)
A rocky look for Miley's incredible set at Glastonbury Festival in 2019, as Miley 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
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.
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