Last Updated: July 8, 2025
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Noah Cyrus says Billy Ray is one of her biggest musical inspirations
Last Updated: July 8, 2025
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Noah Cyrus is letting the world in on something deeply personal. Her new album is not just a creative project but a heartfelt reflection of her journey, her roots, and most importantly, her bond with her father, country music icon Billy Ray Cyrus.
In a touching and emotional announcement, Noah opened up about how her dad has been a major influence on her musical path and how that relationship helped shape her upcoming album, I Want All My Loved Ones To Go With Me, which is set to release on July 11.
Let’s take a deeper look into what makes this project so special and why Noah feels like this is the most “her” she’s ever been musically.
A Musical Journey Guided by Her Father
Noah Cyrus, now 25, spoke candidly in a press release about how her dad’s passion for music shaped her own creative direction.
“My dad is one of my biggest influences,” she said. “He turned me on to so many great songs and artists. My musical inspirations came from somewhere, and more often than not, it’s been him.”
Billy Ray Cyrus, known for his genre-defining hit Achy Breaky Heart and his role in launching the careers of his kids, appears to have passed down more than just a love of country music to Noah.
His impact is deeply embedded in the tracks of her new album, not just through sounds but through emotional memories and life lessons.
Songs with Heart, Roots, and Real Emotion
Noah shared that some tracks on the album are directly inspired by her childhood and her connection to her father.
One song, With You, takes inspiration from the first song Billy Ray ever wrote. Another track, I Saw the Mountains, brings listeners into the natural world that was such a big part of her early life.
“The harmony between people and the earth is really taken for granted,” Noah explained. “My dad taught us from an early age to connect with nature and the animals that inhabit it.”
These songs aren’t just poetic. They’re personal. They reflect the grounding influence of a father who encouraged her to see beauty in simplicity and find comfort in the outdoors.
Finding Herself Through Music
For Noah, this album is more than a tribute to family; it’s a declaration of independence and a long-awaited sense of self-assurance.
“For a long time, I couldn’t really trust in my own choices. I had to learn how to make decisions for myself and make that transition into adulthood,” she said. “But I’ve found who I am. I know who I am, and this record shows what I had inside me all this time. This album is me.”
This raw honesty highlights a period of growth and self-discovery. It’s not easy being part of such a famous family, especially when comparisons to her sister, Miley, are constant. But Noah is now carving out her space, and this album feels like a confident step in that direction.
Collaborations That Add Depth
Noah has also joined forces with an impressive mix of artists to bring this vision to life. Collaborators include Blake Shelton, indie folk group Fleet Foxes, country singer Ella Langley, and the ever-unique Bill Callahan.
These names not only bring musical variety but help reinforce the blend of Americana, indie folk, and country influences she’s leaned into.
But even with these collaborations, the album remains deeply personal. It is clear that every decision, from the sound to the lyrics to the collaborators, was made to serve the story she wanted to tell.
“We all want to connect with our past while also being aware of the present moment. Music does that for me, and this collection of songs was made with that in mind,” she shared. “I want to evoke that feeling of a comforting friend that a song can be — and allow us all to heal.”
A Tour and a New Chapter
Along with the album release, Noah will be heading out on a North American tour, giving fans a chance to experience these deeply emotional songs live.
The album is not just meant to be heard but felt, a collection of tracks that aim to bring peace, healing, and a sense of nostalgia.
This is clearly a pivotal moment in her life and career, one that brings both excitement and vulnerability.
A Complicated but Enduring Family Bond
Noah’s tribute to Billy Ray comes at a time when the Cyrus family has had its share of public ups and downs. While Noah and her dad seem closer than ever, the rest of the family has experienced tension in recent years.
Noah and her brother Braison skipped their mother Tish’s wedding to Prison Break star Dominic Purcell in 2023. At the same time, Billy Ray and Miley had a period of estrangement that they’ve only recently resolved.
“We cleaned all that up,” Miley said in a recent podcast interview. “That was a really big part of my year this year, was all of my family, putting all of those lines of communication back together.”
The family’s story is complicated, a blend of love, conflict, and reconciliation. But through it all, music seems to be one of the few constants that continues to unite them.
Final Thoughts
With I Want All My Loved Ones To Go With Me, Noah Cyrus is showing the world who she really is, not just as an artist, but as a daughter, a sister, and a young woman who has weathered emotional storms and come out more grounded than ever.
From paying tribute to her father to finding her voice, Noah’s new album promises to be a deeply intimate offering.
It blends genres, generations, and genuine emotion, a true reflection of her soul. Fans can expect to feel a mix of nostalgia, comfort, and raw honesty when the album drops on July 11.
TL;DR
- Noah Cyrus announced her new album, I Want My Loved Ones To Go With Me, dropping July 11.
- She credits her dad, Billy Ray Cyrus, as a major musical influence and says several tracks are inspired by him and their family bond.
- The album blends Americana, indie folk, and country, showcasing Noah’s journey of self-discovery.
- She also collaborated with Blake Shelton, Fleet Foxes, and others. Alongside the release, she’ll embark on a North American tour.
- Despite past family tensions, Noah’s music reflects healing, connection, and a strong sense of identity.
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