Miley Cyrus is facing backlash after responding to criticism of her recent Hollywood Bowl performances, with some fans accusing the singer of being “bitter” about the negative feedback.
The “Flowers” hitmaker returned to the stage for a pair of highly anticipated shows, but her response to viewers who questioned her energy and stage presence has left some fans feeling disappointed, with others suggesting she no longer enjoys being a musician. Read more about how she clapped back at critics and how the internet reacted below.
@michaelh.828 Yall need to STOP coming at Miley over nothing? I don’t see you at the show. I don’t see you DOING the show. I see you sitting behind your computer eating Burger King and you haven’t left the house in 2 days. She is running around the stage and singing LIVE. Your fav could never. #miley #concert #fyp #hollywoodbowl #foryou ♬ original sound – michaelh.828
Miley Cyrus Claps Back At Critics During Her Hollywood Bowl Comeback Shows
The Hannah Montana icon performed at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles on October 16th and 18th, marking a notable return to the stage after largely stepping away from live performances in recent years. However, footage from her first show quickly made the rounds online, sparking criticism from viewers who were less than impressed with her performance.
Some fans had an issue with Miley appearing to let the audience and her backup singers handle portions of her best-known songs, including “Wrecking Ball,” “Party in the U.S.A.” and “The Climb.” Others felt that the singer lacked the energy and enthusiasm they expected from a major comeback, prompting questions about whether she still enjoys performing live.
At her second show, the singer pushed back against the online critiques, addressing the negative attention and defending her approach to performing. Rather than letting the commentary go unanswered, the singer appeared frustrated and exclaimed that she didn’t know she was supposed to “sing every line” in a sarcastic tone.
“I can take a lot, but one thing I will not stand is any question about where my heart is when I’m on the stage,” she said in another fan video. “Not one. I am fully present.”
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Fans Call Miley ‘Bitter’ After Her Response
The Disney alum‘s response has not gone over well with everyone, as some fans said they felt disappointed by the singer’s apparent frustration with the backlash.
Others argued that her reaction only reinforced their impression that she no longer enjoys performing, with some suggesting that her attitude toward the backlash came across as bitter rather than appreciative of the fans who showed up to see her.
“I’ve been to a lot of shows and typical performer etiquette is to let the audience do one chorus, and you still join in,” responded a Reddit user. “Anything beyond that is just lazy. The guests want to sing along, not sing the whole song.”
“I forgot this is the new normal,” commented another. “Disappointing.”
“This is just tacky and distasteful,” a user wrote. “Miley should’ve just stayed at home if this is how she’s going to behave.”
“That’s literally what people pay for,” added another. “Read the room, Miley.”
“I don’t understand why she’s so bitter about everything,” a user commented. “Like, people have cheered on your support and music and give you your flowers constantly, and you’re always mad?”
“She really does seem to hate being a musician,” another wrote.
