WATCH: Miley Cyrus slays with stunning Grammys performance

WATCH: Miley Cyrus slays with stunning Grammys performanceLook back at the incredible stage performance of Miley Cyrus as she performed her Grammy award winning single Flowers'.

by Craig Lewis

20-02-2024 12:25

in Culture

Miley Cyrus commanded the Grammy stage during her fiery performance of Flowers.' Image: Instagram via @MileyCyrus

Earlier this month, pop star Miley Cyrus walked away with a Grammy for Record of the Year, claiming the coveted award in a category that included other sensational artists Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish .

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She nabbed the prize - recognising overall performance of a song - for her hit single Flowers, which spent eight weeks at number one on the Billboard top songs chart last year.

This award is amazing but I really hope it doesn't change anything because my life was beautiful yesterday, Cyrus said onstage as she accepted he award.

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Not everyone in the world will get a Grammy, but everyone in this world is spectacular, so please don't think that this is important.

The 31-year-old rocked an 80s look as she delivered one of the most memorable live performances at the Grammys.

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ADDITIONAL REPORTING BY AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE The tune also earned the 31-year-old Cyrus a Grammy nomination for Song of the Year, which honours songwriting. She also earned a nod for Album of the Year.

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She won her first Grammy of the day for Best Pop Solo Performance, also for Flowers.

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Flowers was the lead single off Cyrus' eighth studio album Endless Summer Vacation, which she released to critical praise, particularly for her vocals and its commercial appeal.

The dance-pop album also incorporates some country and rock elements, a nod to Cyrus' roots in Tennessee, where she grew up outside of Nashville.

The pop star, whose father is country singer Billy Ray Cyrus, first gained fame as a teen idol, after breaking out on the hit Disney Channel series Hannah Montana.

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As she reached adulthood, Cyrus broke away from her alter ego and created a more provocative image, including youthful exploits that served as tabloid catnip.

Miley Cyrus has had a number of hit singles including Party In the USA and Wrecking Ball under her belt, and is praised for her versatility and cover songs.

I don't think I forgot anyone, she said as she left the stage, but not before quipping: But I might have forgotten underwear.

Agence France-Presse

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