Miley Cyrus has always balanced reinvention with reverence, and her new song “Secrets” brings that duality into full focus. Released September 18, 2025 as part of the deluxe edition of Something Beautiful, the track stands out not only because of Miley’s confessional lyricism but also because of the legendary figures joining her: Fleetwood Mac’s Mick Fleetwood on drums and Lindsey Buckingham on guitar. The collaboration feels less like a gimmick and more like a natural crossing of generations, uniting Miley’s raw storytelling with Fleetwood Mac’s timeless textures.
At its core, “Secrets” is a song about reconciliation and trust. Miley has said the track is dedicated to her father, Billy Ray Cyrus, aiming to heal their strained relationship through music. That vulnerability threads through every line, with imagery like “like sunlight in the shadows” and “a songbird in the silence.” It’s earnest without veering into sentimentality, and when Miley lets her voice crack, it’s a reminder of why she continues to resonate across audiences: she knows how to make the personal universal.
Fleetwood’s drumming is subtle but grounding, while Buckingham’s guitar work adds shimmering edges that echo Fleetwood Mac’s legacy without overpowering Miley’s presence. Together, the three create a sound that bridges eras — classic rock textures filtered through a modern pop lens. That lineage makes the song not only a dedication but a dialogue between influences.
If there’s a quibble, it’s in the production polish. For a track so rooted in emotional honesty, the clean sheen sometimes mutes its rawness. A grittier mix could have amplified the intimacy even further. Still, the balance between Miley’s confessional style and the Fleetwood Mac icons’ instrumentation makes “Secrets” a standout in her catalog. It may not break new ground structurally, but it doesn’t need to: it succeeds by being heartfelt, beautifully performed, and rich in context.
“Secrets” is a song about trust, forgiveness, and legacy. For Miley, it’s a bridge to her father; for listeners, it’s a reminder that reconciliation, like music, is a language that transcends time.