Miley Cyrus disappoints with low debut on U.K. singles chart

In the United Kingdom, Miley Cyrus's new single 'More to Lose' debuted on May 21, 2025, amidst a highly anticipated album release. Her project, 'Something Beautiful,' is one of the most awaited pop albums of 2025, yet her new song made a disappointing entrance by landing at No. 91 on the Official Singles chart. This debut marked the second-lowest start of the week, with only Rosé's single 'Messy' debuting lower at No. 100. While 'More to Lose' gained some traction, debuting at No. 39 on the Official Singles Downloads chart due to fan purchases, it failed to reach a top 40 ranking for sales, indicating only moderate interest from listeners. Before 'More to Lose,' Miley Cyrus had already released the single 'End of the World,' which continues to hold a stronger position on the charts, performing decently and remaining within the top 40 of the Official Singles Downloads and Sales rankings. The ongoing promotion of Cyrus's upcoming album may have contributed to fluctuating interests in her recent tracks. Meanwhile, Rosé has seen success with her collaboration 'Apt.' featuring Bruno Mars, which continues to outperform her new single 'Messy,' despite the latter establishing a new low for her on the Official Singles chart. The disparity between the performances of 'End of the World' and 'More to Lose' raises questions about Miley Cyrus's current standing in the music industry, particularly as she navigates the release of her forthcoming album. Fans of both artists acknowledge that despite the disappointing starts of their recent singles, prior successes in the industry set a high precedent for future releases. With the album 'Something Beautiful' set to release on May 30, 2025, both artists may shift their marketing strategies to bolster their upcoming performances on the charts. Whether 'More to Lose' will gain momentum in the upcoming weeks remains to be seen, as the potential for a rise to proper single status exists, contingent on its reception from the public. Additionally, Rosé's 'Messy' correlates with a significant decline in her solo standings, despite managing to place within the top 40 on the Downloads and Sales charts. The disparity in promotional focus, with Rosé leaning towards 'Apt.' while Cyrus was promoting multiple tracks, showcases how marketing approaches can impact single success during an album cycle. The dynamics of fan support and the rapid consumption of new music continue to shape the trajectories of both Miley Cyrus and Rosé in the competitive landscape of pop music today.