Sabrina Carpenter has once again ignited a wave of mixed reactions online after revealing a new alternate cover for her upcoming album, Man’s Best Friend.
This comes shortly after facing significant backlash for the original artwork.
The former Disney star, who gained fame through Girl Meets World, took to Instagram on Wednesday, June 25, to debut two new monochrome images as potential alternatives to the controversial original cover. Known for her recent hits like Espresso and Please Please Please, Carpenter accompanied her post with the caption:
“i signed some copies of Man’s Best Friend for you guys & here is a new alternate cover approved by God available now on my website.”
The new black-and-white aesthetic immediately sparked a frenzy in the comments section, dividing fans with strong opinions on both sides.
One fan praised the update, writing, “This is way better than the original!” Another complimented the style, saying, “The black and white look is timeless!” A third commented, “Oh this is c**ty. This is serving classic Hollywood chic.”
However, not everyone was impressed. Critics questioned the intent behind the change, with one user commenting, “Why does it feel like her publicist told her to do this?” Another fan expressed discomfort, saying, “It’s giving Marilyn Monroe and her trauma shouldn’t be used like this.” Some also criticized the thematic direction, noting, “Another male-centred cover?”
The backlash follows controversy surrounding the original album art, which depicted the singer lying on the ground with her hair being gripped by a man’s hand—a visual that many fans labeled as disturbing and problematic.
Despite the polarizing response, anticipation for Man’s Best Friend remains high. The album is officially scheduled for release on August 29.
As the debate continues online, it’s clear that Carpenter’s visuals—like her music—aren’t afraid to push boundaries and spark conversation.