Sabrina Carpenter recently opened up about the creative journey that led to her chart-topping hit, “Espresso,” in a candid interview.
The singer, best known for her catchy pop anthems, shared that a trip to a crêperie in France sparked the inspiration for the song’s memorable lyrics. Collaborating with her talented team, including Steph Jones, Amy Allen, and Julian Bunetta, Carpenter described the experience as one filled with fun and creativity.
The 25-year-old singer revealed that the playful, almost “borderline idiotic-slash-funniest” lyrics were a result of the comfortable environment she shares with her co-songwriters. She emphasized the importance of collaboration, crediting her team for helping bring the song to life.
Carpenter also opened up about the emotions behind “Espresso.” She shared that the song was written as a “manifestation tactic” during a time when she wasn’t receiving much romantic attention. “I didn’t have anyone I was even talking to,” she admitted, highlighting how the song was born from a place of longing and imagination.
Sabrina Carpenter humorously noted that she’s “always been a bit delusional, in that sense,” hinting at her potential manifestations possibly coming true with her rumored relationship with actor Barry Keoghan.
“Espresso” quickly became a significant milestone in Carpenter’s career. It was her first top-five hit on the Billboard Hot 100 and topped the charts in the U.K., Ireland, and Australia. The song’s viral success also earned it over 1 billion streams on Spotify, solidifying Carpenter’s place in the pop music scene.
Despite her newfound fame, Carpenter remains grounded. She told The Guardian that while she is “interested” in her chart success, it’s not what drives her to create music.
For Sabrina Carpenter, fame is just the “sprinkles on top of the sundae,” never the main motivation behind her songwriting. Her focus remains on the joy of creating music and connecting with her fans.
