Miley Cyrus has candidly discussed her controversial twerking performance at the 2013 Video Music Awards (VMA). Appearing on Jimmy Kimmel Live, the ‘Flowers’ singer openly shared how Kimmel’s show played a significant role in the development of her VMA performance.
“Let me tell you, I am so happy to see you in my new era,” she began. “This new era is very sophisticated, and I have to tell you, your show allowed me to create the VMAs in 2013.”
Recalling her outdoor performance on Kimmel’s show in June 2013, Cyrus continued, “I came here first and I kind of used the show as a trial run.”
“You know, where I dance as a teddy bear like half naked, and everyone thought I was crazy. But to see if it was going to work, I did it here first,” the songstress added. “Not only was culture changed, but my life and career were changed forever,”
Before concluding, she shared, “It inspired me to use my platform for something much bigger. If the world is going to focus on me and what I am doing, then what I am doing should be impactful and it should be great.”
For those unfamiliar, Miley Cyrus faced widespread criticism for her performance at the 2013 VMA d
