Bangerz
Miley Cyrus · 2013
50 min · 13 tracks · country music
A bold blend of pop, hip-hop, and electronic elements that pushes boundaries while exploring themes of freedom and self-exploration.
Top tracks — play these first
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We Can’t Stop — This lead single embodies the carefree party spirit of the album while also serving as an anthem for personal liberation amidst societal judgment.
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Wrecking Ball — A poignant ballad that showcases Cyrus's vocal range and emotional depth, it became emblematic of her public struggles with love and identity.
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Adore You Start here — This track combines sensuality with vulnerability, setting a tone of intimacy that contrasts sharply with the album's more upbeat moments.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases a mix of pop and hip-hop influences with bold themes, marking a significant shift in Cyrus's artistic identity.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a slow ballad, 'Adore You', before shifting into the upbeat anthem 'We Can’t Stop', creating a stark contrast in mood.
- Several tracks feature heavy use of electronic production and hip-hop beats, particularly in songs like 'SMS (Bangerz)' and '4x4'.
- The lyrical themes often revolve around self-empowerment and liberation, with provocative lines that challenge societal norms.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- bold, energetic listening experiences
- immediate hooks and energy
- dynamic emotional journeys
- late-night party vibes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album marked Miley's transition to a pop icon, gaining widespread recognition.
- Themes
- post-Disney rebellion· raw emotional vulnerability
- Moods
- Energetic· Aggressive
- Career context
- Released in 2013, Bangerz marked Miley Cyrus's transition from a Disney star to a provocative pop icon. This album followed her last studio effort, Can’t Be Tamed, and showcased a more mature sound and image, aligning with her personal reinvention after parting ways with her childhood persona.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kacey Musgraves· Demi Lovato· Taylor Swift
Tracklist
- 1 Adore You Start here 4:38
- 2 We Can’t Stop 3:51
- 3 SMS (Bangerz) 2:49
- 4 4x4 3:11
- 5 My Darlin 4:03
- 6 Wrecking Ball 3:41
- 7 Love Money Party 3:39
- 8 #GETITRIGHT 4:24
- 9 Drive 4:15
- 10 FU 3:51
- 11 Do My Thang 3:45
- 12 Maybe You're Right 3:33
- 13 Someone Else 4:48
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Talk That Talk
Rihanna
Both feature bold, provocative themes and blend pop with R&B and dance elements.
Prism
Katy Perry
Shares a rebellious spirit and combines catchy pop hooks with introspective lyrics about personal growth.
Born to Die
Lana Del Rey
Explores emotional vulnerability through cinematic soundscapes and confessional lyrics, like 'Bangerz'.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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