It was released on 14 August 2020 after being previously teased by the singer on 5 August 2020 when she began posting clips of the track on social media.
The track places half-way through the album as track # 7 and samples Stevie Nicks’ “Edge Of Seventeen”. There’s also a remix of the song titled “Edge Of Midnight” included in Cyrus’ album featuring Nicks.
Midnight Sky
Miley Cyrus Lyrics
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Yeah, it's been a long night and the mirror's tellin' me to go home (home)
But it's been a long time since I felt this good on my own
Uh, lotta years went by with my hands tied up in your ropes
Forever and ever, no more
The midnight sky is the road I'm takin'
Oh
I was born to run, I don't belong to anyone, oh no
I don't need to be loved by you (by you)
Fire in my lungs, can't bite the devil on my tongue, oh no
I don't need to be loved by you
See my lips on her mouth, everybody's talking now, baby
Ooh, you know it's true, yeah
That I was born to run, I don't belong to anyone, oh no
I don't need to be loved by you (loved by you)
La-la, la-la, la
She got her hair pulled back 'cause the sweat's drippin' off of her face (her face)
Said it ain't so bad if I wanna make a couple mistakes
You should know right now that I never stay put in one place
Forever and ever, no more (no more)
The midnight sky is the road I'm takin'
Head high up in the clouds
Oh
I was born to run, I don't belong to anyone, oh no
I don't need to be loved by you (by you)
Fire in my lungs, can't bite the devil on my tongue, oh no
I don't need to be loved by you
See my lips on her mouth, everybody's talking now, baby
Ooh, you know it's true, yeah
That I was born to run, I don't belong to anyone, oh no
I don't need to be loved by you (by you)
Oh
I don't hide blurry eyes like you
Like you
I was born to run, I don't belong to anyone, oh no
I don't need to be loved by you (by you)
Fire in my lungs, can't bite the devil on my tongue, you know
I don't need to be loved by you
See his hands on my waist, thought you'd never be replaced, baby
Ooh, you know it's true, yeah
That I was born to run, I don't belong to anyone, oh no
I don't need to be loved by you, yeah
La-la, la-la, la
La-la
You know it's true
You know it's true
(Loved by you)
In the song Midnight Sky, Miley Cyrus is celebrating her newfound independence and asserting her autonomy. She sings about how it's been a long time since she's felt so good on her own, and that she's no longer tied up in someone else's ropes. She's taking the road less traveled, the one that leads to the midnight sky, a metaphor for freedom and limitless possibilities. Despite what others may say, she knows in her heart that she was born to run and doesn't belong to anyone. She doesn't need anyone to love her, she's fine on her own.
The chorus of the song is catchy and empowering, with Miley singing "I don't need to be loved by you." This line is repeated several times throughout the song, making it clear that she's done with being dependent on others for validation, and she's ready to be her own person. The song also touches on the topic of jealousy, with Miley singing about someone seeing her lips on another person's mouth and everyone talking about it. But she's not bothered by it because she knows it's true that she doesn't need to be loved by anyone else.
Overall, Midnight Sky is a song about self-love and empowerment. Miley Cyrus is showing her fans that it's okay to be independent and to prioritize your own happiness and well-being.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, it's been a long night and the mirror's tellin' me to go home (home)
After a long night, Miley recognizes that it's time for her to go home, as the mirror reflects her tiredness and exhaustion.
But it's been a long time since I felt this good on my own
Despite being alone, Miley feels happier and more positive than she has in a long time
Uh, lotta years went by with my hands tied up in your ropes
Miley spent a lot of time constrained and restricted by someone else's control and authority
Forever and ever, no more
Miley is finally free from this constraint and no longer will be controlled.
The midnight sky is the road I'm takin', Head high up in the clouds
The night sky represents a new path that Miley is taking with confidence, looking ahead towards her future with great expectations.
I was born to run, I don't belong to anyone, oh no
Miley believes that her destiny is to live a life of freedom, not restricted by anyone else’s control or ownership.
I don't need to be loved by you
Miley wants to live a life of her own choice and decides that she does not need anyone else's love and affection to be truly happy
Fire in my lungs, can't bite the devil on my tongue, oh no
Miley plans on living truthfully and authentically, standing up for herself, even if it comes with uncomfortable or unwanted consequences.
See my lips on her mouth, everybody's talking now, baby
People are talking about the fact that Miley is in a romantic relationship with another woman, but she claims it is nobody else's business.
That I was born to run, I don't belong to anyone, oh no
Miley reiterates her belief that she was born to lead her own life, without any restrictions or limits imposed by others.
She got her hair pulled back 'cause the sweat's drippin' off of her face (her face)
Miley describes a woman in a difficult situation with her hair pulled back due to sweat on her face, which demonstrates the effort and dedication she has to persevere.
Said it ain't so bad if I wanna make a couple mistakes
It's okay for anyone to make mistakes and take risks in life, as this is how one learns and grows.
You should know right now that I never stay put in one place, Forever and ever, no more (no more)
Miley doesn't like staying in one place for too long and decides to live her life in constant motion, unrestrained by our convention.
I don't hide blurry eyes like you, Like you
Miley refuses to hide any part of herself and her emotions, unlike those who hide their blurry eyes to portray a different image of themselves.
See his hands on my waist, thought you'd never be replaced, baby
Miley is now with someone else, and she feels both liberated and happy. This new relationship replacing her past relationship shows her that she can find love elsewhere.
Oh
I don't need to be loved by you
To be truly happy, Miley does not need anyone else's love or approval.
You know it's true
(Loved by you)
Miley is confident that she does not need anyone else's love and affection to lead a happy life.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, O/B/O DistroKid, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
Written by: Miley Cyrus, Jon Bellion, Alexandra Leah Tamposi, Louis Russell Bell, Andrew Wotman, Ilsey Juber
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THE LYRICS:
[Verse 1]
Yeah, it's been a long night and the mirror's telling me to go home
But it's been a long time since I felt this good on my own (Uh)
Lotta years went by with my hands tied up in your ropes (Your ropes)
Forever and ever, no more (No more)
[Pre-Chorus]
The midnight sky is the road I'm takin'
Head high up in the clouds (Oh, oh)
[Chorus]
I was born to run, I don't belong to anyone, oh no
I don't need to be loved by you (By you)
Fire in my lungs, can't bite the devil on my tongue, oh no
I don't need to be loved by you
See my lips on her mouth, everybody's talkin' now, baby
Ooh, you know it's true (Yeah, yeah)
That I was born to run, I don't belong to anyone, oh no
I don't need to be loved by you (Loved by you)
[Post-Chorus]
La, la, la-la, la
[Verse 2]
She got her hair pulled back 'cause the sweat's drippin' off of her face (Her face)
Said, "It ain't so bad if I wanna make a couple mistakes"
You should know right now that I never stay put in one place
Forever and ever, no more (No more)
[Pre-Chorus]
The midnight sky is the road I'm takin'
Head high up in the clouds (Oh, oh)
[Chorus]
I was born to run, I don't belong to anyone, oh no
I don't need to be loved by you (By you)
Fire in my lungs, can't bite the devil on my tongue, oh no
I don't need to be loved by you
See my lips on her mouth, everybody's talkin' now, baby
Ooh, you know it's true (Yeah)
That I was born to run, I don't belong to anyone, oh no
I don't need to be loved by you (By you)
[Bridge]
Oh
I don't hide blurry eyes like you
Like you
[Chorus]
I was born to run, I don't belong to anyone, oh no
I don't need to be loved by you (By you)
Fire in my lungs, can't bite the devil on my tongue, you know
I don't need to be loved by you
See his hands 'round my waist, thought you'd never be replaced, baby
Ooh, you know it's true (Yeah)
That I was born to run, I don't belong to anyone, oh no
Don't need to be loved by you (Yeah)
[Outro]
La, la, la-la, la
La, la
You know it's true, you know it's true
Loved by you
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@luisaromero3996
LITTLE MONSTERS LOVE U SO MUCH PLS COLLAB WITH LADY GAGA
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Love you Miley!!!!!!! 💕💕💕💕
@weronikam9565
she’s the most versatile artist of the generation! her voice skills are underrated. she’s one of the best. a living legend. she never disappoints
@theegeorgi
not when lady gaga exists
@Ravenyall
not when taylor swift exists
@weronikam9565
Georgi Simeonov she’s the queen too... but in my opinion miley’s discography is more various