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"BB Talk"
Song by Miley Cyrus
from the album Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz
ReleasedAugust 30, 2015
StudioLove Yer Brain Studios[1]
GenreTrip hop
Length4:32
Label
SongwriterMiley Cyrus
Producers
Music video
"BB Talk" on YouTube

"BB Talk" is a song by American singer Miley Cyrus for her fifth studio album Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz (2015). It was premiered through SoundCloud on August 30, 2015 alongside the parent record. Its lyrics discuss Cyrus' frustration with an overbearing romantic interest over primarily spoken verses.[2] "BB Talk" was supplemented with an accompanying music video on December 11, 2015, featuring Cyrus as an adult baby.[3] Cyrus performed the track during her Milky Milky Milk Tour in November and December.[4]

Composition

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The track was written and produced by Cyrus, with additional production provided by Oren Yoel and The Flaming Lips. "BB Talk" is the seventh track on Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz, and plays for a duration of four minutes and thirty-two seconds. The previous track "Fuckin Fucked Up" is a 51-second interlude between "Space Bootz" and "BB Talk", repeating the latter's opening lyrics "this is really fucked up".[5] The song is "about a girl who’s tired of hearing her boyfriend make baby talk every time they have sex" and features Cyrus singing the lyric "Fuck me so you stop baby talking".[6] NME described the song as being "hip-hop-flavoured [sic]".[7]

Music video

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MTV posted a 10-second preview of the music video for "BB Talk" on their website on December 9, showing Cyrus dressed in a curly blonde wig and purple pajama onesie while sucking on a pacifier.[8] The clip was premiered in its entirety through their website on December 11,[9] and was released onto Vevo platforms later that evening.[10] Directed by Cyrus herself alongside longtime collaborator Diane Martel, it drew media attention for its depiction of Cyrus as an adult baby.[11]

Credits and personnel

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Credits adapted from Cyrus' website.[1]

Recording

Personnel

  • Miley Cyrus – lead vocals, songwriting, vocal production, mixing
  • Doron Dina – assistant
  • The Flaming Lips – vocal production, mixing
  • Oren Yoel – production, instruments, programming

Charts

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Chart (2016) Peak
position
Canada (Canadian Hot 100)[12] 86

References

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"BB Talk" is a song by American singer-songwriter Miley Cyrus, released as the seventh track on her fifth studio album, Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz, on August 30, 2015. The album, a 23-track experimental project self-released as a free digital download via Cyrus's website, marks a departure from her previous pop-oriented work toward psychedelic rock influences. Co-produced by alongside the band , features contributions from band leader and explores themes of love, loss, and personal transformation through surreal soundscapes and introspective lyrics. "BB Talk" specifically employs a spoken-word style over ambient , addressing the frustrations of a romantic partner's use of infantile language during intimacy. A music video for the track, directed by Cyrus and video director Diane Martel, premiered on December 11, 2015, via Cyrus's official YouTube channel under RCA Records. The visual features Cyrus adopting exaggerated baby-like behaviors and attire, including a diaper and bib, to emphasize the song's thematic wordplay on "baby talk." The video contributed to the song's entry on the UK Official Video Streaming Chart, where it peaked at number 93 for one week in December 2015.

Background

Album context

Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz is the fifth studio album by American singer , developed as a collaborative project with the psychedelic rock band , led by . The album was surprise-released for free streaming on on August 30, 2015, immediately following Cyrus's hosting of the , where she performed with . This independent release under her own Smiley Miley, Inc. label marked a departure from traditional rollout strategies, allowing Cyrus to distribute the project without initial major label involvement. The album embodies an experimental, psychedelic style characterized by sprawling soundscapes, ambient textures, and influences from and , exploring themes of personal , experiences, and emotional vulnerability. Within its 23-track structure, "BB Talk" serves as the seventh song, fitting into a sequence that blends raw confessions with surreal narratives. This project represented Cyrus's artistic evolution following her 2013 pop album , as she embraced a more self-directed, unconventional approach free from commercial pressures at the outset. Cyrus contributed significantly to the album's writing and production, co-creating much of the material alongside during informal sessions. The record was later issued commercially by on digital platforms and streaming services on April 10, 2017, broadening its accessibility beyond the initial free model.

Writing and inspiration

Miley Cyrus is credited as the sole songwriter for "BB Talk," a track from her experimental 2015 album . The song draws from Cyrus's personal experiences in romantic relationships, capturing her frustration with overly affectionate and infantilizing "" from partners during intimate moments, as reflected in the track's explicit spoken-word verses. It has been reportedly inspired by her brief relationship with actor , which ended in April 2015. Cyrus wrote "BB Talk" as part of a broader creative process aiming to convey raw, unfiltered emotions in a non-traditional format. This approach was influenced by her close collaboration with , particularly frontman , whose psychedelic style encouraged her experimental songwriting during album sessions. The track was composed over the summer of 2015 at Cyrus's home studio, a period marked by her embrace of free-form artistry following her 2013 split from her previous management team, which had guided her more commercial era. In line with the album's overarching themes, "BB Talk" embodies Cyrus's rebellion against conventions, prioritizing emotional authenticity and personal narrative over polished production or market appeal.

Composition

Musical style

"BB Talk" is classified as alternative pop with psychedelic and elements, featuring spoken-word verses delivered by over an ambient, synth-driven production. The track draws from the psychedelic sound of , with whom Cyrus collaborated on the parent album, resulting in a dreamlike, disorienting atmosphere that underscores the song's experimental nature. Clocking in at a duration of 4:32, "BB Talk" employs minimalistic instrumentation centered on synthesizers and subtle percussion, augmented by a sample from Gaz's "" to provide rhythmic texture. The production is reverb-heavy, enhancing the hazy, ambient quality, while the structure starts with ethereal synth layers and escalates to a chaotic climax of layered, distorted vocals and electronic beats. This sonic approach contrasts sharply with Cyrus's straightforward vocal delivery, amplifying the track's tension between intimacy and abstraction.

Lyrics

"BB Talk" centers on a of an ex-lover's excessive affection and use of infantilizing "" during intimate moments, delivered through explicit, foul-mouthed spoken-word rants that express disgust and a sense of . The track portrays the narrator's revulsion toward this behavior, framing it as creepy and overbearing, which disrupts genuine connection in the relationship. Key lyrical excerpts highlight this frustration and its progression toward rejection and . For instance, the repeated chorus line "Your baby talk is creeping me out / Fuck me so you stop baby talking" directly confronts the lover's insincere or childish communication, underscoring emotional unease. Later verses escalate with demands like "Fuck me so you stop baby talking," shifting from passive irritation to an assertive claim over sexual dynamics, rejecting the power imbalance implied by the "baby talk." These elements evolve the theme from personal annoyance to a broader assertion of in romantic and physical interactions. Stylistically, the song employs a rambling, conversational format, resembling a stream-of-consciousness laced with to convey unfiltered raw . Rather than adhering to rhyme schemes or melodic , Cyrus yammers in circles, building intensity through spoken delivery that mimics real-life venting, which amplifies the track's intimate and unpolished feel. This approach prioritizes authenticity and emotional immediacy over structured songwriting. Interpretations of "BB Talk" often position it as a feminist reclamation of voice within relationships, where rejects diminutive treatment to affirm her agency. This aligns with her post-fame narrative of personal growth, emphasizing independence from conventional expectations in love and sexuality. The spoken-word style further empowers this message by allowing unmediated expression, free from pop music's typical constraints.

Production

Recording process

The recording sessions for "BB Talk" occurred in 2015, integrated into the production of the album in collaboration with , with work divided between Cyrus's home studio in and the band's studio in . Oren Yoel created the initial track and sent it to Cyrus, who wrote the and recorded her vocals at home with her engineer before they fine-tuned it together in the studio. The track was primarily produced by members of alongside Oren Yoel, emphasizing a raw, psychedelic sound consistent with the album's experimental ethos developed in Cyrus's intimate home setup. During the mixing phase, the song incorporated a sample from the 1978 track "" by Gaz, adding to its layered, unconventional texture. Post-production involved and her collaborators finalizing the mix in her studio to preserve the lo-fi, intimate quality that defined the project's unpolished aesthetic.

Credits and personnel

"BB Talk" was co-written by and Oren Yoel. The track's production involved , Oren Yoel, and , reflecting the collaborative spirit of the album . provided lead vocals, supported by vocal production from herself and . Oren Yoel contributed instruments and programming, while members of added background elements and instrumentation. Mixing was handled collaboratively by , Oren Yoel, and , with also serving as . The song incorporates a sample from "Sing Sing" by Gaz, with clearance managed during production.
PersonnelRole(s)
Writer, lead vocals, producer, vocal producer, mixing engineer, executive producer
Oren YoelWriter, producer, instruments, programming, mixing engineer
Producers, vocal producers, mixing engineers, background elements, instrumentation
Sample ("Sing Sing")

Music video

Production

The music video for "BB Talk" was co-directed by and . The production team included producer Kimberly Stuckwisch, director of photography Olivia Malone, production designer Evan Jourden, and visual effects supervisor Jordan Allen. Cyrus conceived the video's core concept as a direct visualization of the song's lyrical themes of "," transforming the into a surreal portrayal of herself as an oversized infant to highlight relational regression and absurdity. This approach drew from the track's critique of overly affectionate, immature behavior in partnerships, literalized through exaggerated baby imagery. Filming emphasized practical effects to create the video's chaotic, immersive feel, featuring oversized props such as giant diapers, pacifiers, bottles, and a crib to scale Cyrus as a "giant baby." These elements were integrated into dynamic scenes of movement, including crawling and thrashing, to convey unfiltered emotional energy without relying heavily on . The video adopted a low-budget, DIY aesthetic that mirrored the experimental, self-released nature of the parent album , prioritizing raw provocation over polished visuals. A notable inclusion was a repurposed as a , amplifying the imagery's irreverent and boundary-pushing tone.

Content and themes

The music video for "BB Talk" opens with depicted as a diapered giant baby crawling through a vibrant, surreal , embodying an oversized in a colorful, dreamlike environment filled with exaggerated props such as a massive and a giant milk bottle. interacts with these elements in playful yet grotesque ways, including sucking on the oversized and lounging in a with a rubber ducky, while clad in a bonnet, onesie, and inflatable diaper that accentuate her adult form against infantile accessories. Key scenes escalate the absurdity as dances and rants in her baby attire, transitioning from solitary antics like kicking in a crib to chaotic group interactions with backup performers dressed as wrestlers and fellow "babies," mirroring the song's frenetic spoken-word delivery about relational frustrations. These moments culminate in a frenzied ensemble sequence where the performers engage in synchronized, over-the-top movements, amplifying the video's blend of humor and discomfort. Thematically, the video explores within romantic contexts, portraying Cyrus's character as exasperated by a partner's immature "" during intimate moments, which blends humor with explicit sexuality and emotional vulnerability to highlight the creepiness of such dynamics. This exaggeration critiques societal expectations of by subverting the of the "innocent and helpless" woman, using imagery to reject and demand maturity in relationships. Visually, the video employs psychedelic colors, surreal props, and dreamlike sequences to evoke a whimsical yet disorienting atmosphere, drawing inspiration from ' aesthetic through their collaborative involvement, which enhances the song's experimental, boundary-pushing tone.

Release and reception

Release and promotion

"BB Talk" was released on August 30, 2015, as the seventh track on Miley Cyrus's surprise album , which premiered for free streaming on immediately following Cyrus's hosting of the . The album's unexpected drop, announced onstage at the VMAs without prior traditional marketing, included "BB Talk" among its 23 tracks, emphasizing Cyrus's independent approach under her "Smiley Miley" label. The accompanying music video for "BB Talk" premiered on December 11, 2015, airing first on before being uploaded to and , where it garnered immediate attention for its surreal, provocative imagery. Promotional activities centered on live performances and digital sharing rather than radio singles; Cyrus performed a medley featuring "BB Talk" alongside "Twinkle Song" during her guest hosting and musical guest appearance on on October 3, 2015. Teaser clips from the video were shared across platforms in the weeks leading up to its release, amplifying buzz organically. Due to the album's free streaming model, "BB Talk" received no conventional single promotion from , which instead focused on visual content to drive streams and engagement. The track was initially distributed digitally through RCA's commercial platforms following the SoundCloud premiere, with physical editions of later bundled in limited merchandise releases.

Critical reception

"BB Talk" received mixed reviews upon its release as part of Miley Cyrus's experimental album , with critics divided on its bold lyrical approach and unconventional structure. Some praised the track's unfiltered honesty and emotional rawness, highlighting Cyrus's impassioned spoken-word revelations about personal relationships and intimacy, which were seen as a continuation of the album's theme of artistic emancipation from her earlier pop image. The song's infectious hook and confessional style were noted for capturing a lover's unsettling tendencies in a way that felt both funny and touching, contributing to the album's reputation as a daring, self-released project. However, other reviewers criticized "BB Talk" for its rambling format and perceived lack of cohesion, describing it as an indulgent waste of a potentially strong amid the album's overall psychedelic excess. The track's explicit content and lengthy spoken elements were sometimes viewed as forced or awkward, aligning with broader critiques of the album's uneven experimentation. The accompanying , featuring in infantile attire like diapers and a crib while delivering provocative lyrics, drew further division; while some outlets noted its attention-grabbing visuals, others dismissed it as overly bizarre and a potential "" in its Freudian undertones. In the context of the album's aggregated reception, which earned a score of 60/100 based on 23 reviews, "BB Talk" was frequently cited as emblematic of Dead Petz's risky, boundary-pushing rather than a standalone highlight. Retrospectively, up to 2025, the song has been reevaluated more favorably as a key moment in Cyrus's maturation, with the album ranked as her second-best work for its audacious confidence and influence on her later experimental output.

Commercial performance

Chart performance

"BB Talk" experienced limited commercial success as a standalone single and did not enter major charts such as the US or the UK Singles Chart. It achieved a peak position of number 86 on the Canadian Hot 100, where it charted for one week in late 2015. In the United Kingdom, the track reached number 93 on the Official Video Streaming Chart for one week in December 2015. The song's visibility was indirectly supported by the performance of its parent album, , which debuted and peaked at number 2 on the US chart. This positioning helped drive moderate streaming activity for "BB Talk," including some airplay on alternative radio stations in the . The album sold approximately 48,000 album-equivalent units in its first week, though "BB Talk" itself received no as a single. By 2016, "BB Talk" had amassed over 1 million global streams, with totals surpassing 400 million on alone as of November 2025. Internationally, it failed to reach the top 40 in key markets like the or . Factors limiting broader chart performance included its non-single status and explicit lyrical content, which restricted mainstream radio play.

Cultural impact

"BB Talk" stands as an emblematic piece of Miley Cyrus's 2015 artistic reinvention, captured in the experimental ethos of her Miley Cyrus & Her Dead Petz, which prioritized raw vulnerability over commercial polish. This track, with its spoken-word critique of infantilizing relationships, underscored Cyrus's shift toward unfiltered self-expression, influencing her trajectory as an artist unafraid of controversy. In a June 2025 on The Ringer's Every Single Album podcast, Cyrus reflected on the Dead Petz era as a pivotal moment of creative liberation, where she concealed personal expenses related to substance use to fund the project's unorthodox production, highlighting the album's role in her ongoing evolution. The song's provocative , directed by and featuring her in exaggerated infant attire, has permeated cultural discourse through symbolic references to dynamics in . Its baby imagery serves as a pointed of the music industry's of female artists, portraying them as perpetually naive to maintain marketability while denying them . This has been parodied in online media, amplifying discussions on vulnerability and the double standards applied to women who defy "innocent" personas. Feminist media analyses have frequently cited "BB Talk" as a contribution to broader conversations about female artists reclaiming explicit content to expose power imbalances. Scholars interpret the track's blend of childish aesthetics and adult themes as a deconstruction of the "schizoid double pull" between innocence and sexuality, challenging heteronormative expectations and the male gaze in pop culture. One posthumanist examination frames Cyrus's depiction in the video and album artwork as transcending traditional sexualization, embodying fluid identities that intersect with capitalist commodification of "otherness" in celebrity economies. These interpretations position the song as a touchstone for exploring pop's potential in feminist critique, emphasizing vulnerability as a form of resistance. By , "BB Talk" endures as a favorite within Cyrus's , occasionally resurfacing in retrospective analyses without major commercial revivals. Fan-driven deep dives, such as 2025 podcast episodes revisiting Dead Petz, underscore its lasting appeal for its audacious lyrics and thematic depth, solidifying its niche influence among admirers of .

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