Why Sabrina Carpenter’s New Album Deserves All the Gags and Giggles

After Espresso took over the summer last year, Sabrina Carpenter dropped a new album that feels like comedy + pop perfection! Man’s Best Friend, her seventh studio album, was released last Friday. After letting it sit with me for a bit, I can confidently say this album is a banger. Every song sounds so different (some are synth-filled, while others don’t sound like your usual pop songs), but all of them complement each other so well.

If there were a movie incorporating all songs from Man’s Best Friend, I would make a beeline for it. But since it’s still fresh, let’s see what my short takes are on each track:

Manchild – For me, the main single of Man’s Best Friend, Manchild, doesn’t exactly capture what the rest of the album sounds like—but it’s perfect for dancing while dissing some ex-lovers! I love how the beats just make me want to bounce every time. In conclusion, the song itself is a solid bop (though as a main single, it’s not as memorable as Espresso).

Tears – Well, for starters, I thought this song would be a ballad or something. I mean, “tears”? Who would’ve thought they were meant to run down from the thigh? But I genuinely enjoy the surprise. The song also gives me 70s disco vibes that I like to jam to.

My Man on Willpower – The verses of this song are so nice to listen to—Sabrina’s voice makes me feel like I’m the one grumbling in my soft silk bed, while the chorus gives me Little Mix vibes, which I love so much! This song quickly enters my list of favorites.

Sugar Talking – I have a feeling that while this song might not grab me on the first few listens, it’ll grow on me over time. I love the instrumental melodies in the background though. My ears are happy.

We Almost Broke Up Again Last Night – Is it just me, or does the opening of the chorus remind everyone here of… Ripped Pants by SpongeBob SquarePants? I mean, this is such a funny coincidence! I just love how every time Sugar Talking ends, I mumble, “Yay, the SpongeBob song is next!” to myself.

Nobody’s Son – One of my top favorites for sure. The lyrics? Just awesome.

I know it’s supposed to be a song for someone in the bargaining stage of grief, but I like the not-so-soft diss and call-outs. And the transition from Nobody’s Son to Never Getting Laid? So smooth and satisfying.

Never Getting Laid – If Nobody’s Son is for someone in the bargaining stage, then Never Getting Laid is perfect for the anger stage. I love how the sarcasm sounds so soft—angelic, even. And the outro? Wonderful. Definitely one of my favorites on this album.

When Did You Get Hot? – AAAH, my type of song!!! I love the beats, the melodies, and the lyrics. My favorite is the “I did a double take, triple take” part and the outro—it’s eargasm season, girlies! To put it simply, I just think this track is a clever bop.

Go Go Juice – For very obvious reasons, the chorus of this song GAGS me. “I’m just drinking to call someone // Ain’t nobody safe when I’m a little bit drunk // Could be John or Larry, gosh, who’s to say? // Or the one that rhymes with ‘villain’ if I’m feelin’ that way.” John?! Larry?! A name that rhymes with “villain”?! If you know the lore, you’ll be gagged as well!

The fact that Sabrina sings utter nonsense in the bridge like she’s drunk is such a clever twist! I also feel like this song has a touch of country in the production that fits so well. One of my favorites for sure.

Don’t Worry I’ll Make You Worry – A soft song after a fun, chaotic track? I’m down for it. Don’t Worry I’ll Make You Worry might not be an instant favorite of mine, but I think Sabrina’s voice fits this track perfectly.

House Tour – Another song that I think has the same vibe as When Did You Get Hot?—therefore, totally my favorite! I love how she promises none of the lyrics are a metaphor even though they definitely are. Two words: Smut. Bop.

Goodbye – Does anyone else get ABBA vibes from this one? I genuinely love this track for its music and production! Listening to it makes me imagine a woman in heels, carelessly running in and out of shops after a long-overdue breakup. She’s just living life after heartbreak. A perfect album closing.

My hot take: I don’t agree with people who call this album a Short n’ Sweet reject. To me, both albums are completely different, with this one stealing my heart a little bit more.

So, how about you? Have you heard the whole album in order? Tell me your favorite if you must!

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