Miley Cyrus is using music to heal old wounds — starting with her relationship with her dad, Billy Ray Cyrus. While fans speculated about the meaning, she previously confirmed that the song was written for her father. ‘I Wanted Him to Feel Safe’During a June 2025 episode of Reclaiming with Monica Lewinsky, Miley shared that “Secrets” was inspired by her desire to reconnect with Billy Ray, now 63. Tish married Purcell, and Billy Ray is now dating actress Elizabeth Hurley, going public with their relationship in April 2025. For fans, “Secrets” isn’t just another Miley song — it’s a deeply personal olive branch, and a reminder that even fractured families can find their way back to one another.