Miley Cyrus has revealed that she no longer performs her iconic hit Party in the U.S.A., and the reason has nothing to do with nostalgia or moving on from her past era. According to the singer, the song simply does not reflect how she feels about the current state of the country.
In a recent interaction, Miley explained that Party in the U.S.A. was written to celebrate a feeling of excitement, freedom, and safety. She said that today, she does not feel that same energy when she looks at what is happening in the United States. For her, the song represents a moment in time that no longer exists in the same way.
Miley directly referenced the political climate, saying she does not feel it is the “right moment to celebrate in the U.S.” She described the country as feeling unsafe, emotionally and socially, adding that performing a song centered on carefree patriotism feels disconnected from reality. While she did not frame her comments as an attack, her criticism of the Trump era was clear in tone and intent.
The singer emphasized that music should match the moment it is being performed in. For Miley, singing Party in the U.S.A. today would feel performative rather than honest. She explained that the song was born from joy and optimism, and she does not want to reduce it to a hollow throwback when the atmosphere around her feels tense and divided.
Fans have responded with mixed reactions. Some expressed sadness that the song may never return to her setlists, while others praised Miley for prioritizing authenticity over crowd expectations. Many pointed out that her decision reflects how deeply artists are affected by the political and social environments they live in.
Over the years, Miley has been increasingly vocal about her views, activism, and discomfort with performative patriotism. This moment adds to a growing list of artists who have chosen to step away from songs that once defined them because the world around them has changed.
For now, Party in the U.S.A. remains a cultural time capsule of a different America. And according to Miley Cyrus, until the country feels safe and celebratory again, that party is not coming back.