Sabrina Carpenter is gearing up to offer another summertime anthem with her latest single, “Manchild,” following the massive success of her hit song “Espresso,” which made waves in 2024. The petite pop sensation has been exciting her fans with a sneak peek of the track, teased through a blurred lo-fi video of her hitchhiking in striking heels and short shorts.
Her followers have expressed enthusiasm over the new release; her stylist, Jared Ellner, and fellow artist Rachel Chinouriri, who has toured with Carpenter, both took to social media with their support and excitement for the upcoming single. Carpenter has hinted that “Manchild” may contain sharp lyrical commentary, stirring speculation that it touches on her past relationship with actor Barry Keoghan, whom she dated for nearly a year before their reported split last December.
The anticipation for “Manchild” continues to rise as fans dissect lines she has teased, such as “Amen / Hey men,” and ponder who the song might be directed towards. Given Carpenter’s talent for crafting catchy tunes, fans are eager to see what bold and catchy messaging she will deliver.
Set to drop on Thursday, June 5, at 8 p.m. EST, “Manchild” is positioned as the lead single for Carpenter’s upcoming seventh album. This release comes just ahead of her much-anticipated festival appearances at Lollapalooza, Austin City Limits, and Primavera Sound this summer.
Carpenter’s growing success follows her sixth album, “Short n’ Sweet,” which recently earned a Grammy for Best Pop Vocal Album and has quickly gained acclaim in fans’ hearts – earning an unofficial triple platinum status even before its official release.
This new single not only demonstrates Carpenter’s ability to resonate with audiences but also her readiness to take risks and offer her fans something fresh and impactful. With a promising summer ahead, both the artist and her supporters are poised for what looks to be a thrilling musical journey.