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Miley: On the Cusp of a Mature Breakout?

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Is Miley Cyrus really growing up? And, more importantly, are her biggest fans going to let that happen? From the Hannah Montana star's point of view, she's growing with her audience, and wants to make music that reflects that — and keeps us buying her albums.

Though not quite 16, already Cyrus' music (and her image) is turning toward older topics — and it's no coincidence. With her new LP, Breakout, she tells E!, "I wanted to show that I am a true artist. I wanted to kind of embrace the older audience." She added, "Some of it is about a broken heart, mending heart, which isn't even about boys. It's about other things."

Cyrus did, however, admit to some break-up influence in the new tunes (as if "7 Things" didn't already announce it). "You know what I say — if a relationship can't work out, make a record."

Despite the spotlight and the pressure — perhaps internal — to put out maturing records, Cyrus said she still makes sure she gets out with friends, and out of the spotlight. Not only that, but for her 16th birthday, she has just one wish: To get a new car. Miley is still barely 16, after all.

So, Miley fans (and haters alike): Are you ready to have a mid-teens Breakout with her? Will she be able to make the transition from tween star to young adult starlet? — Anna Dimond

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Posted by TV Guide News
Jul 21, 2008 8:15 PM
Seriously, Matt, are you really gonna tell me I'm imagining the inordinate amount of Miley coverage on this site lately?
Posted by somethingreal81
Jul 21, 2008 8:48 PM
Hey, somethingreal81, considering she is the star of a wildly successful TV show and everything that's happened lately, is it really a surprise that TV Guide is reporting all the news about her? I bet if it was the star of one of your favorite shows that they posted a lot of coverage about you wouldn't have a problem.
Posted by anakinjmt
Jul 22, 2008 5:34 AM
Is her CD called Breakthrough or Breakout?
Posted by olliewat
Jul 22, 2008 8:17 AM
Yeah, at least no one can say "why is this news?" She IS on a TV show at least.
Posted by TellingMyTruth
Jul 22, 2008 9:03 AM
Breakthrough or Breakout?

Breakout. TVGuide.com regrets the error. - MWM
Posted by TV Guide News
Jul 22, 2008 9:42 AM
So um....

Exactly how old is Miley?

Though not quite 16
Miley is still barely 16, after all.

One statement indicates she's 16 and other one indicates she's 15.

P.S. I know a copy-editor looking for a job... LOL (and no its not me) And that is all said in good humor!!!
Posted by Leslie
Jul 22, 2008 2:41 PM
She might only be 15 but her music is really good and im a guy! ^^ look shes young and kids make mistakes trust me , im 16, and I know. Shes only going to get better.
Posted by JasonCh444
Jul 22, 2008 7:04 PM
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