The Pop Guide

Review and recap of the biggest hits from Sabrina Carpenter’s new album

Sabrina Carpenter’s fans are non-stop listening to her new album, “Man’s Best Friend.” Controversial at first, with critics saying her album cover was “setting women back” years, people were anticipating the conversations the album would bring, and questioning what message it would convey. The buzz around the album was met with overwhelming positivity once it was released. Let’s dive into 5 of the most notable tracks on the album. 

My Man on Willpower: Making an early appearance in the album as the third track, this song has the overwhelming majority of her fans obsessed. Its relatable lyrics depicting a confusing breakup that came out of nowhere, combined with its upbeat pop sound, have made it a fan-favorite. Its catchy chorus and bridge make this song difficult to turn off.

Never Getting Laid: Another breakup track, this song is blowing up for its humorous lyrics. Carpenter wishes her ex to get “agoraphobia someday,” wishing him to never leave his house. These witty lyrics, coupled with her angelic voice, have fans praising the song.

Nobody’s Son: This breakup anthem about Carpenter no longer believing in any men has fans screaming the lyrics. On TikTok, this song has become a popular edit audio to various movie and TV show characters who match the description of the lyrics. 

Tears: Not all of the songs on “Man’s Best Friend” are breakup ones. In “Tears,” Carpenter sings about her latest crush. She performed this song at the VMAs, and it’s one of her singles off the album. This danceable and happy song differs from some of her slower breakup songs on the album. 

When Did You Get Hot?: Another song on the happier side, Carpenter describes a man’s “glow-up,” becoming an instant hit. Similar to “Tears,” this song is becoming popular on social media platforms, being used in edits of characters and celebrities alike. 

Overall, this album perfectly captures many different periods of a relationship- initially liking someone, being in the relationship, and the breakup. Almost all of Carpenter’s listeners can find a song to relate to. “Man’s Best Friend” had to follow quite the success of Carpenter’s previous album, “Short n’ Sweet,” but definitely lived up to the anticipation.