Breakout
Miley Cyrus · 2008
39 min · 12 tracks · country music
An exuberant blend of pop and rock, infused with youthful energy and anthemic choruses that capture the spirit of adolescence.
Top tracks — play these first
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Breakout Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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7 Things — This track stands out with its catchy chorus and lyrics about heartbreak and self-identity, representing the emotional turbulence of adolescence.
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Fly on the Wall — A darker pop anthem that explores themes of fame and observation, showcasing Cyrus's evolving artistic identity away from her Disney roots.
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Bottom of the Ocean — The introspective lyrics paired with a haunting melody reveal a vulnerable side of Cyrus, highlighting her ability to convey deeper emotions.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends pop and rock elements with youthful themes but lacks depth in songwriting and cohesion.
What we noticed
- The album opens with the title track, which features a driving beat and layered vocals that set an energetic tone for the record.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- 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
Known within its scene. 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
- catchy anthems for road trips
- steady pacing for active listening
- youthful rebellion and self-discovery
- sing-along moments with friends
- uplifting vibes for sunny days
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective tracks
- seek complex, sprawling compositions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Cyrus's reputation as a pop icon post-Disney, debuting at number one.
- Themes
- Disney to independence· fame's scrutiny
- Career context
- Released on July 22, 2008, Breakout is Miley Cyrus's third studio album, marking her transition from Disney star to a more mature artist. Following the success of her previous albums and the end of Hannah Montana, this album showcased her growth in sound and lyrical themes, as she began to assert her independence in music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kacey Musgraves· Demi Lovato· Taylor Swift
Tracklist
- 1 Breakout Start here 3:26
- 2 7 Things 3:33
- 3 The Driveway 3:43
- 4 Girls Just Wanna Have Fun 3:06
- 5 Full Circle 3:14
- 6 Fly on the Wall 2:31
- 7 Bottom of the Ocean 3:15
- 8 Wake Up America 2:46
- 9 These Four Walls 3:28
- 10 Simple Song 3:32
- 11 Goodbye 3:53
- 12 See You Again (Rock Mafia remix) 3:16
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
One of the Boys
Katy Perry
Shares themes of youthful rebellion and catchy hooks with a vibrant pop sound.
Fearless
Taylor Swift
Explores self-discovery and independence, with an upbeat country-pop blend that resonates with youthful energy.
Don't Forget
Demi Lovato
Combines pop-rock elements with themes of personal growth and navigating fame's pressures.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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