Miley Cyrus' 2013 VMA: Shocking Performance & Bangerz Era | Relive It Now
Was 2013 the year Miley Cyrus truly broke free?
It's a statement that, for many, still resonates: 2013 belonged to Miley Cyrus. That year, the former Disney star shed her past and, in a blaze of controversy and reinvention, redefined pop culture.
Miley Cyrus's performance at the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards remains etched in the collective memory. The stage at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, on August 25th, 2013, was set for an unforgettable spectacle. The world watched with bated breath as the pop singer, making her debut at the VMAs, delivered a duet performance with singer Robin Thicke that sparked both media frenzy and widespread public scrutiny. This wasn't just a performance; it was a cultural moment, a turning point that would forever alter perceptions of the artist.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Miley Ray Cyrus (born Destiny Hope Cyrus) |
| Birthdate | November 23, 1992 |
| Birthplace | Franklin, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Occupation | Singer, Songwriter, Actress |
| Years Active | 2001present |
| Genres | Pop, Country Pop, Hip hop |
| Labels | Hollywood Records (20072013), RCA Records (2013present) |
| Notable Works | Albums: Meet Miley Cyrus (2007), Breakout (2008), Can't Be Tamed (2010), Bangerz (2013), Younger Now (2017), Plastic Hearts (2020). TV: Hannah Montana (2006-2011) |
| Associated Acts | Various, including Robin Thicke, Lil Nas X, and Ariana Grande |
| Height | 5 ft 5 in (165 cm) |
| Website | Miley Cyrus Official Website |
The performance of "We Can't Stop" was a precursor, setting the stage for the more provocative moments to come. However, it was the duet with Robin Thicke that truly ignited the firestorm. The now-infamous foam finger, the suggestive dance moves these elements combined to create a moment that dominated headlines and social media feeds, becoming a symbol of the transformation Cyrus was undergoing. Almost five years after the event, the media and public were still talking about the show, and it remains unforgettable.
Cyrus's metamorphosis wasn't merely cosmetic; it was a complete artistic overhaul. Having spent years under the constraints of her "Hannah Montana" persona, she dismantled her previous image and embraced a more mature, boundary-pushing persona. This act of reinvention was, in large part, driven by necessity. The desire to escape the trappings of her past and to establish herself as a serious artist. The 2013 VMAs were the grand unveiling of this new Miley Cyrus.
The 2013 MTV Video Music Awards, hosted at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, on that Sunday, August 25th, offered a platform for this evolution. While other artists like Justin Timberlake, Kanye West, Lady Gaga, and Lorde had their moments, it was Miley Cyrus who ultimately commanded the narrative, dominating the conversation and, arguably, the year. The singer had already established a reputation for shocking the crowds, she "stole Gagas outrageous performance crown" with the 2013 VMA performance.
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The fourth studio album, "Bangerz," released in October 2013, was the culmination of this transformation. The album, released through RCA Records, topped charts in the United States, Australia, Canada, Ireland, Norway, and the United Kingdom. Tracks like "We Can't Stop" and "Wrecking Ball" became anthems, further solidifying Cyrus's position in the pop landscape.
In January 2013, Cyrus parted ways with Hollywood Records. She then signed with RCA Records, a move that signaled her commitment to a new musical direction. The decision allowed her to embrace a more mature sound, and it came to fruition in October 2013, with the release of "Bangerz" and also with her performance at the 2013 VMA.
The controversy surrounding the performance overshadowed, to a degree, the other achievements of the night. Justin Timberlake, for example, was a major winner, taking home four awards, including Video of the Year for "Mirrors" and the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award. But the next morning, it was Miley Cyrus who was on everyone's lips, the subject of countless memes, think pieces, and water-cooler conversations.
The spectacle, while divisive, was undeniably impactful. The event generated an enormous amount of publicity, cementing Cyrus's new image and reigniting interest in her music. The event was a daring assertion of artistic freedom and a gamble that paid off, launching Cyrus into a new phase of her career.
The VMAs, hosted at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, presented a remarkable moment of change and artistic evolution. The year 2013 became synonymous with Miley Cyrus's name. Her commitment to artistic reinvention, and her knack for generating headlines had a clear impact on the music industry and pop culture as a whole. The show became a cornerstone of her career. Her intergalactic quest to save her beloved teddy bears from captivity was set to her 2013 VMA performance of "We Can't Stop". The 2013 VMA and "Bangerz" are both part of cementing her new image. More than just a performance, it was a statement. And it worked.
Leading the nominees were Justin Timberlake and Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, with six nominations each, followed by Bruno Mars, Miley Cyrus, and Robin Thicke with four nominations. As the world continued to comment on the show, there was no doubt that Miley Cyrus had truly owned 2013.
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