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Miley Cyrus has released a new single entitled ‘Dream As One,’ which is a part of the ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ soundtrack. The singer through a very basic and simple post made her new song known and her followers immediately cheered. This is the artist’s practice of collaborating with the best and most famous names for film music, which has been the case with Cyrus in the past.
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The announcement was made in a direct manner: ‘Dream As One from Avatar: Fire And Ash OUT NOW.’ No video or long caption accompanied it; just let the news carry its own message. This is a standard way of announcing for the singer who often gets the news delivered through a no-frills style. It is expected that the track will be one of the main features of the soundtrack for the next installment of the immensely popular worldwide film series directed by James Cameron.
The post almost instantly got a response, and the overwhelming majority of reactions were positive. The listeners were amazed by the omnipresent star quality of Miley Cyrus to a great extent. One user commented, ‘MILEY CYRUS/HANNAH MONTANA SUPERBOWL 2027, ‘ and added a plethora of purple and star emojis to the comment. This statement is telling of the deeply rooted desire of a section of her fans to see the artist perform at the prestigious event, merging her former Disney persona with her current rock one.
As always, fashion was one of the hottest topics. Another user talked about Cyrus’s outfit, saying, ‘Loved the outfit. Sickening! 🔥’ In this instance, the word ‘sickening’ is used in a very positive manner in today’s informal language, denoting something extremely fierce or just fashionable. The audience’s concern for her wardrobe has become a recurring theme in the opinions expressed about her public appearances.
The post added a humorous touch to a piece of jewelry. One of the users said, ‘Ok but let’s give it up for the bag,’ and pointed at a purse that seemed to be empty and was the only visible object in the picture. This comment led to a mini-discussion, with another person humorously inquiring, ‘What’s in that little bag!? Nothing!’ and then adding ‘the empty bag of the mother, I love it.’ Such comments show how the smallest details of a Cyrus post can become topics of discussion, thus mirroring her online community of very engaged and often witty followers.
There was a number of comments, mostly in Spanish, simply conveying love for the singer. ‘Que bella mi amor te amo😍’ and ‘Que linda mi amor!!! ❤️😍’ can be translated to ‘How beautiful my love I love you’ and ‘How pretty my love!!!’ respectively. These comments are a clear sign of her immense global appeal and the close bond her followers feel, as they often address her using affectionate nicknames.
The song ‘Dream As One’ symbolizes the end of a very successful transition of Miley Cyrus from a pop diva to a rock star, and also her intentional partnership with prominent movies. After her Grammy-winning album ‘Endless Summer Vacation’ and the single ‘Flowers,’ the artist’s transition to the ‘Avatar’ universe makes her music accessible to a vast international audience. Participation in soundtracks has always been beneficial for artists and given them a different kind of exposure that is more than the one created by regular album cycles.
Market analysts argue that this move is a deliberate one aimed at creating hype for the next musical era. The ‘Avatar’ franchise, well-known for its stunning visuals and emotive soundtracks, will indeed serve as a major platform for the incredible voice of Cyrus. Not without reason, the title of the song, ‘Dream As One’, directly links the movie to the main themes of unity and love.
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The comments show that the audience’s reaction has less to do with an analysis of the song itself-though probably a lot of listeners have done this already–than with celebrating the artist’s moment. The mixture of excitement, personal admiration, and playful teasing gives the impression of an already committed audience that will support her regardless of whether it is a new rock anthem or a Super Bowl halftime show four years down the line. The single is now available for streaming on all major platforms. Her recent deluxe album featured collaborations with rock legends, and her father Billy Ray Cyrus once revealed she wrote him a birthday song. He also shared a heartfelt tribute for her birthday. Furthermore, Miley Cyrus has also become the new face of an iconic beauty brand.
