Sabrina Carpenter's "Manchild" Ignites Summer with Cheeky Pop Vibes
Sabrina Carpenter is back to claim her summer crown with her latest single, “Manchild,” released on June 5, 2025, just in time for her headlining set at Primavera Sound in Barcelona. The Grammy-winning pop sensation, known for her razor-sharp wit and infectious melodies, delivers a track that’s equal parts playful and biting, solidifying her reign as a pop trailblazer.
Sabrina Carpenter, “Manchild” | Island Records
Produced by Jack Antonoff, “Manchild” blends synth-pop sparkle with subtle country twang and disco flair, creating a vibrant soundscape perfect for blasting with the windows down.
The song’s lyrics skewer immature men with clever zingers like “I swear they choose me, I’m not choosing them,” teased on Texas billboards pre-release. Directed by Vania Heymann and Gal Muggia, the music video is a surreal desert romp, featuring Carpenter hitchhiking through absurd scenarios—like hot-tubbing with pigs and dodging shotgun antics—amplifying the track’s quirky charm. Its infectious energy makes it an instant summer staple, showcasing Carpenter’s knack for blending humor with heart.
Following the chart-topping success of her sixth album, Short n’ Sweet (2024), which spawned hits like “Please Please Please” and “Taste,” “Manchild” is Carpenter’s first new release since the album’s deluxe edition in February 2025.
With her Short n’ Sweet tour resuming this fall, including stops at Madison Square Garden and Crypto.com Arena, “Manchild” is poised to dominate playlists and live sets, proving Carpenter’s knack for crafting pop gems that are as fun as they are fierce.
