The anticipation has finally come to an end. Sabrina Carpenter welcomes us inside the world of her sixth studio album “Short n’ Sweet.”
She’s Sweet, But She’ll Bite
Witty, sweet and a master lyricist, Carpenter does it all in her latest album. “Short n’ Sweet” is authentically Carpenter. Her personality shines throughout the album, yet brings a refreshing sound all by being her complete self. Just like the title of the album, “Short n’ Sweet” is only 36 minutes long and has twelve songs. However, that doesn’t define the masterpiece the album is.
Her first single “Espresso,” a caffeinated, addicting track, was first released back in April, giving fans a taste of “Short n’ Sweet.” “Espresso” rose to the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100, making it (in my opinion) song of the summer. The piece is a synth pop beat with hints of disco and funk where Carpenter sings about her lovers being addicted to her. However, the song gained attention to what are now iconic lyrics such as “that’s that me espresso” and “I’m working late ’cause I’m a singer.”
However, in early June, Carpenter released her second single “Please Please Please.” “Please Please Please” is more of a slower, pop-country song that resembles much of the iconic Dolly Parton in the late 80s and early 90s. Carpenter’s vocal range shines extraordinarily as she harmonizes with herself in the melodies throughout the song.
Just like “Espresso,” the song became well known for her witty but relatable lyrics such as “heartbreak is one thing, my ego’s another” and “don’t embarrass me motherfucker.” Carpenter managed to place herself on the Billboard Hot 100 again with two number one singles.
Horny, Fun and Romantic
With the release of “Short n’ Sweet” Carpenter released a new music video for her next single “Taste,” a revengeful love letter to a past lover, which stars “Wednesday” and Disney alumni Jenna Ortega. Gaining inspiration from “Death Becomes Her,” Carpenter and Ortega go through a bloody battle that ends with the two enemies becoming besties.
The charm in “Short n’ Sweet” lies in Carpenter’s sex positivity. Horny, fun and romantic are some of the qualities in her songs “Juno,” where Carpenter desires her partner to sexually explore her, and “Bed Chem,” a 2000s R&B rendition, where she fantasizes about her sexual chemistry with a new potential lover.
Even with her quirky and sexual lyrics, Carpenter doesn’t shed away from her more personal and emotional ballads. “Lie To Girls” is just as vocally beautiful from her singles. “Dumb and Poetic” displays the more raw and unspoken side of Carpenter.
Carpenter is the sparkly pop girl we’ve all needed for awhile. Don’t get me wrong, I love our slow ballad, poetic singers. Carpenter however brings a refreshing sound to the scene. “Short n’ Sweet” has everything you need from R&B to country to pop. Check out “short n’ sweet” on your favorite streaming platform!
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