Miley Cyrus - Flowers

Miley Cyrus’ long-anticipated comeback under a new label kicks off with the lead single “Flowers,” setting the tone for her sun-soaked album Endless Summer Vacation. However, it’s not the summer most of us in Europe are familiar with—it’s Miley’s own endless Californian summer, perpetually warm and breezy.

“Flowers” greets us with a disco-infused sound, borrowing heavily from the 90s—a nod to a trend that’s been dominating modern pop. The track draws inspiration from classics like “I Will Survive” and “When I Was Your Man,” an unexpected combination that, against the odds, works remarkably well.

The production, courtesy of Kid Harpoon and Tyler Johnson, the team behind Harry Styles’ massive 2022 hit “As It Was,” is unmistakable. Their signature style is evident from the first listen—a subtle, elegant sound that doesn’t overpower but gradually unfolds its layers, revealing new colors with each play. This isn’t a track that will blow you away instantly, but rather, it’s the kind of song that sneaks up on you, making you wonder, “How did we live without this?” after a few weeks.

Cyrus’ commanding vocals and unmistakable persona anchor the track, proving once again that she can thrive in any genre she chooses. The lyrics are strong and self-assured, delivering a clear message without trying to overwhelm the listener. It’s thoughtful without feeling rushed, avoiding the trap of sounding like a filler track thrown together just to support the chorus.

“Flowers” is tightly structured, smartly produced, and feels like a song the label is ready to invest in heavily. As the past year has shown, tracks like this can transcend the niche of hardcore music fans and explode onto the mainstream in surprising ways.

Miley, welcome back. There's always room for more quality pop, and even if summer seems distant to some of us, it’s never too far away.

8.0/10