Immerse into the melody of “Wrecking Ball”, many people seem to forget Miley Cyrus’s roots are classic music. With Billy Ray Cyrus as her dad and Dolly Parton as her godmother, she’s got some serious musical genes. Her image is associated with the vintage glitz and glam of old-school pop/rock. But when she performed Blondie’s hit “Heart of Glass” live, she shattered expectations and showed a new side of herself.
At 28 years old, Miley took the stage at the 2020 iHeart Festival with fierce energy, wearing a sleek black leotard – ‘80s style. She exuded a confident, edgy vibe, reminiscent of music legends from the past. Fans and critics were amazed by her powerful vocals, which added a raw, punk-rock twist to the song. Miley’s rendition breathed fresh life into Blondie’s classic track and captivated audiences with her unique style.
The video of her performance was shared on Miley Cyrus’ YouTube channel and as of April 2024, it has hit nearly 179 million views and 1,8 million views. Scrolling down to the comments, it’s clear to see a wave of compliments such as “It’s great to see a cover that isn’t a slowed down, really “emotional” version. This is fantastic from a die-hard Blondie fan.” One fan commented, “I love her take on this classic! No one can beat Deborah’s high pitched vocals, but Miley brings her own energy to this. She was born for punk rock!”
Miley shone on the stage as a world-famous diva from the Golden Time of music history. For Miley’s young generation of fans, her version of “Heart of Glass” is even better than the original recording. That proves her star power and ability to connect with audiences across generations.