Sabrina Carpenter's Bold Move: Topping Charts with 'Man’s Best Friend' After Criticizing the Old Guard
SCANDALOUS SABRINA: Pop Star Sabrina Carpenter Reigns Supreme with Her Latest Album, 'Man's Best Friend'
In a move that's got everyone talking, Sabrina Carpenter is dominating the charts with her latest album, 'Man's Best Friend'. The sultry singer-songwriter has secured the biggest opening of the week for an international artist in 2025, and she's not backing down from the controversy surrounding her music.
The 26-year-old pop sensation's seventh studio album has officially taken over the top spot on the Official Albums Chart, according to BBC Radio 1. But what's got everyone buzzing is Sabrina's response to critics who claim her new album is too racy and oversexualized.
Sabrina has been firing back at her detractors, calling them "pearl-clutchers" and suggesting that they're just jealous of her unapologetic approach to sex and relationships. And it seems like her bold move is paying off – 'Man's Best Friend' has sold a whopping 85,500 units in its first week alone, making it the best-selling record on vinyl this year.
But what does Sabrina mean by "pearl-clutchers"? In an interview with Interview magazine, she explained that she's not naive to the controversy surrounding her music. "I mean, there's a lot of nuance to this and I'm not naïve to that," she said. "But I felt like: 'Why is this taboo?'"
Sabrina has been open about the inspiration behind her album, which she describes as a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. She's tackling themes of sex, relationships, and identity in a way that's both provocative and refreshingly honest.
But not everyone is on board with Sabrina's new sound. Some critics have accused her of being too explicit, with lyrics like the chorus of "Tears", which goes: "I get wet at the thought of you being a responsible guy, treating me like you're supposed to do. Tears run down my thighs." Ouch.
And it gets even juicier. On another track, Sabrina wishes her ex a lifetime of happiness – but not with anyone else. The lyrics are a tongue-in-cheek dig at the idea that her ex will never find someone as amazing as her again.
But what's really got everyone talking is Sabrina's conversation about submission and dominance in relationships. In an interview with Interview, she revealed that she identifies as both dominant and submissive, depending on her intentions and desires.
When asked if she was a submissive, Sabrina replied: "I sort of feel the same way. I mean, this is on a completely different subject, but I do feel like submission is both dominant and submissive." She added: "It really depends on what your intentions are and what you want, and what you crave, and what you need."
And it seems like Sabrina's not afraid to push boundaries or challenge her fans' expectations. In an interview with Gayle King for CBS Mornings, she said: "I'm glad you like my sexual content." She added: "But I also think that even pearl clutchers can listen to an album like that in their own solitude and find something that makes them smirk and chuckle to themselves."
So what's next for Sabrina? With 'Man's Best Friend' dominating the charts, it's clear that she's on top of her game. But don't expect her to back down from the controversy anytime soon – after all, as she said herself: "You can be sure that anything I do and say has a little bit of a wink to it."
With 'Man's Best Friend' out now, are you ready to join Sabrina on this wild ride? Get your copy today and experience the most talked-about album of the year for yourself.
Sources:
- BBC Radio 1
- Interview Magazine
- CBS Mornings