Sabrina Carpenter, fresh from a European vacation, reflected on her rapid ascent in the music industry in a recent PAPER Magazine feature. She recently achieved her first No. 1 hit with “Please Please Please” and had two simultaneous top-three Billboard hits, a milestone in her six-album career. Carpenter credits her success to years of hard work and staying true to herself despite past challenges.

From her Disney Channel beginnings to signing with Island Records in 2021, Carpenter’s music career took off with the album emails I can’t send. She faced controversy with her “Feather” video but continued to gain recognition, opening for Taylor Swift and releasing standout tracks like “Espresso” and “Nonsense.”

Her new album Short n’ Sweet dropped Aug. 23 and features a blend of genres and a candid look at her experiences. Carpenter embraces genre-hopping, inspired by pop icons like Christina Aguilera, and reflects on her growth and vulnerability. Despite public scrutiny and personal challenges, she remains dedicated to sharing her true self through her music.

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Photography: Richie Talboy