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Sabrina Carpenter is back — and she’s bringing the heat. On June 5, the Short n’ Sweet hitmaker released her highly anticipated new single, “Manchild,” and fans are already calling it a top contender for Song of the Summer 2025.
The single, produced by the ever-iconic Jack Antonoff, marks Sabrina's first release since the deluxe version of her chart-topping album Short n’ Sweet. With cheeky lyrics, empowering energy, and festival-ready vibes, “Manchild” signals yet another evolution in Carpenter’s pop stardom.
A Power Move in Denim Cut-Offs
The first clue dropped with a playful teaser: Sabrina — dressed in tiny denim cut-offs — attempts to hitchhike on a dusty road while cars speed past her. It's vintage rebellion, modern sass, and totally Carpenter. She followed it with cryptic billboards flashing lyrics like:
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“Hey men!”
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“Amen.”
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“I swear they choose me, I’m not choosing them.”
The teaser set social media ablaze, with fans speculating the track would call out fragile masculinity — and they weren’t wrong. In her Tuesday morning announcement post, Carpenter captioned the cover art with a biting “This one’s about you!!” That, along with the vinyl’s B-side title — “inside of your head when you’ve just won an argument with a man” — confirms what we all suspected: Sabrina’s taking no prisoners.
Produced by Pop Royalty: Jack Antonoff
Teaming up with Jack Antonoff, the mastermind behind hits from Taylor Swift, Lorde, and Lana Del Rey, “Manchild” has all the elements of a modern pop anthem: clever storytelling, tongue-in-cheek tone, and production that screams repeat-worthy.
This isn’t the first time Carpenter has flirted with pop perfection — but it might be her boldest statement yet.
A Strategic Festival Debut
Just like she did with “Espresso” during Coachella, Carpenter is set to debut “Manchild” live at Primavera Sound in Barcelona on June 6. It's a smart move — global festival buzz, massive social media exposure, and immediate feedback from diehard fans.
If the live version packs the same punch as the recorded one, Sabrina might just lock in another viral moment — and possibly her second song of the summer crown.
The Sabrina Carpenter Era Isn’t Slowing Down
After topping charts with hits like “Espresso” and “Short n’ Sweet,” Carpenter has proven she’s more than a former Disney darling. She’s a sharp, savvy, fearless pop powerhouse who knows exactly what her audience wants — and how to serve it.
“Manchild” lands in the wake of her Short n’ Sweet (Deluxe) release, which included fan favorites like:
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“Please Please Please” (feat. Dolly Parton)
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“15 Minutes”
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“Couldn’t Make It Any Harder”
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“Busy Woman”
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“Bad Reviews”
These songs showcased her vocal range, clever pen, and emotional depth. But “Manchild” adds a new flavor to the mix: spicy, satirical, and unapologetically fun.
Final Thoughts: Is “Manchild” Sabrina’s Next Viral Hit?
With all the right ingredients — a bold message, viral teasers, top-tier production, and an iconic live premiere — “Manchild” is already shaping up to be a cultural moment. It’s feminist pop wrapped in a sparkly, sarcastic bow. And once it hits the festival stage, there’s no telling how big this song could get.
So grab your headphones, cue the sass, and press play — Sabrina Carpenter is here to rule the summer once again.
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