Sabrina Carpenter says even pearl-clutchers will chuckle at her bold lyrics as she promotes her forthcoming seventh studio album, Man’s Best Friend, in a CBS Mornings preview clip.
In a segment shared on Aug. 28, Carpenter tells Gayle King that some listeners might feel uneasy singing along to her lyrics in public because they’re “really bold.” She then clarifies that the album isn’t designed for pearl-clutchers, but notes that even they can listen in their own space and smirk at parts they relate to.
King points out that Carpenter’s music can feel sexual, powerful and vulnerable. Carpenter agrees that the lyrics can be so bold that some people might think, “I don’t want to sing this in front of other people—it’s almost too … it’s TMI.” She adds that at a concert, with many young women in the front row screaming along, it can be a moment of relief and shared fun: “This is just fun.”
The news comes as Carpenter, 26, readies Man’s Best Friend for release on Friday, Aug. 29. The album’s lead single, “Manchild,” arrived days before the announcement in June. Man’s Best Friend follows her 2024 LP Short n’ Sweet, which spawned tracks such as Espresso, Taste, Please Please Please and Bed Chem.
Carpenter’s remarks underscore her ongoing shift toward unapologetic, personal storytelling and a live-show culture that celebrates empowerment and camaraderie among fans.
Summary: Sabrina Carpenter previews bold, unapologetic lyrics ahead of Man’s Best Friend, highlighting how her music invites both laughter and shared moments of relief at concerts.
Commentary: The interview reinforces Carpenter’s brand of fearless pop that speaks to fans who crave honesty and bold themes in a supportive live environment. If the album delivers on the energy hinted at in the clip, it could strengthen her connection with a broad audience of longtime followers and new listeners alike.