Sabrina Carpenter's new album, titled "Man's Best Friend," is her seventh studio album, released on August 29, 2025, by Island Records. The album, co- produced by Carpenter herself along with Jack Antonoff and John Ryan, is primarily a pop album featuring elements of disco-pop, funk, R&B, and synth- rock. It includes the hit lead single "Manchild," which topped charts in the US, UK, and Ireland, and a second single called "Tears." The album stirred some controversy with its original cover art, which some critics viewed as appealing to the male gaze, prompting Carpenter to release an alternate cover. Despite mixed reviews on the lyrics, the album received generally positive feedback for its production and Carpenter's vocal performance. "Man's Best Friend" topped the album charts in multiple countries and set streaming records for a female artist in 2025. Sabrina Carpenter describes the album as a reflection of a specific emotional chapter in her life, embodying themes of relationship disappointments with a mixture of boldness and vulnerability. The album is noted for its bold lyrics and has been described by Carpenter as "not for pearl clutchers," emphasizing enjoyment and unapologetic expression.
