Sabrina Carpenter drops final 'Man's Best Friend' album cover
The album has already stirred significant attention, with the pop star unveiling a final alternate cover. This final cover includes an exclusive bonus track titled Such A Funny Way , available only on vinyl.
Fans eager to own this limited edition signed vinyl can pre-order now, with a small number of signed copies being made available, according to Billboard.
The striking new album cover presents Carpenter in a stunning sparkling blue gown. She sits at a lavish dinner table surrounded by five tuxedoed men.
This glamorous imagery contrasts with the album's original cover, which showed Carpenter on all fours with a man holding her hair.
It sparked vigorous debates over women's empowerment versus objectification.
The controversy even reached television discussions in the US, reflecting how Carpenter's bold artistic choices are capturing global and South African fans' attention alike.
Sabrina Carpenter herself expressed excitement about the upcoming release. 'Only 3 weeks left! I can't wait for it to be yours x.'
This marks the culmination of months of carefully planned promotion, including multiple alternate cover versions. She also gradually revealed the album's complete tracklist, which features 12 tracks.
Among these is the Billboard Hot 100-topping lead single Manchild .
Sabrina Carpenter performed the song live at Lollapalooza alongside legendary group Earth, Wind & Fire, further elevating the album's profile.
The album delivers a fresh mix of sounds and themes, following on the heels of her Grammy-winning 2024 album Short n' Sweet .
Sabrina Carpenter's Man's Best Friend promises a vibrant and provocative addition to 2025's global pop scene.
Carpenter commands the spotlight at home and abroad, and her latest album will resonate with listeners who seek music that challenges and entertains in equal measure.
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