American singer-songwriter, Miley Cyrus, released her new single “We Can’t Stop” June 3,2013. The single reached number one on iTunes within the first hour of release. The twenty year old has been in the entertainment business since 2001, as an actress, and later began to pursue her singing career. Now working on her fifth album, Cyrus premiered her new single on “On Air With Ryan Seacrest” saying, “Everyone always judges and says what they want, but my fans have really stood by me no matter what I’ve been through.” Although nypost.com claims Cyrus sings about cocaine and ecstasy, Cyrus also sings lyrics “Remember only God can judge us/ Forget the haters cause somebody loves ya.” Sparking much controversy amongst the media, Cyrus concludes her interview with Ryan Seacrest by saying, “This is a song that says where I’m at in my life right now.” The singer has not announced a date for her untitled album release, but the new single is available on iTunes now.
Can’t stop now
June 7, 2013
About the Contributor
Vivian Buenrostro, Co-Editor-in-Cheif
Senior Vivian Buenrostro is not only a writer for The Downey Legend online newspaper, but has also taken on the responsibility of Co-Editor-In-Chief. Having been a part of the newspaper staff since her sophomore year, she has experience with the different positions and has even held the positions of Arts and Entertainment Section Editor and Song of the Week Editor. “Newspaper has been one awesome ride these past three years,” Buenrostro said. “I’ve learned skills that are applicable to everything and anything.” Although Co-Editor-In-Chief is a tough and tedious job, Buenrostro is ready to take on the challenge. Throughout this year on staff she hopes to build a close bond with all of the staff members and have productive deadlines.
When she is not running the staff or writing stories, Buenrostro enjoys jogs around her neighborhood, making healthy shakes and other concoctions, or swimming in the waves at Huntington Beach. “Time doesn’t really exist when I’m in the ocean,” Buenrostro said. Buenrostro also loves live music; she has been to various concerts including Young the Giant, Arctic Monkeys, and Walk the Moon. Buenrostro plans to graduate and attend an out of state school far from California. “As much as I love Downey High,” Buenrostro said, “I can’t wait to go to college in a new environment.” While away at college she hopes to major in biology and medicine to start her path towards her career goal of being a doctor. Buenrostro aims to make her final year at Downey High School rewarding in both her academics and her position on The Downey Legend staff.