Sabrina Carpenter reigns in pop’s chart takeover

Sabrina Carpenter isn’t just Taylor Swift’s former Eras Tour opener anymore—she’s the pop star rewriting chart history.

Her latest single Bed Chem stormed to No. 1 on Billboard’s Pop Airplay chart.

SABRINA CARPENTER’S ALBUM

Sabrina Carpenter’s album Short n’ Sweet now boasts four chart-topping hits, matching Taylor Swift’s 1989-era dominance, according to Page Six.

Carpenter’s rise began as Swift’s Eras Tour warm-up act in 2023–24.

Her arena tour and platinum-selling album (over R4.5 million in sales) prove she’s no longer in anyone’s shadow.

SHORT N’ SWEET’S FOUR NUMBER ONE’S

Short n’ Sweet has four No. 1s (Taste, Please Please Please, Espresso, and Bed Chem). This makes it the first album since 2014 to achieve this feat, according to Billboard.

Only Katy Perry (Teenage Dream), Lady Gaga (The Fame), and Justin Timberlake (FutureSex/LoveSounds) share this elite status.

TAYLOR SWIFT AND SABRINA CARPENTER

While Taylor Swift mentored Carpenter during the Eras Tour, their bond’s now a chart rivalry—albeit a friendly one.

“Taylor’s always been a sister in pop,” Carpenter told Variety. “But I’m not here to compete—I’m here to make my own rules”.

A STAR IN THE MAKING

Sabrina Carpenter’s popularity stems from her unique ability to connect with audiences across generations. She is able to do this with her multifaceted talent and infectious charm.

From her Disney Channel debut in Girl Meets World to her meteoric rise as a pop sensation, Carpenter has proven herself.

Her songs, like the chart-topping hits Espresso and Please Please Please, blend catchy melodies with empowering, witty lyrics. These lyrics resonate deeply with fans.

Carpenter’s storytelling prowess, combined with her polished stage presence and high-energy performances, sets her apart in the pop world.

She also exudes relatability, whether through her candid interviews or her playful social media presence. 

THE ‘IT’ POPGIRL

With a deluxe album featuring Dolly Parton and a sold-out arena tour, Carpenter’s momentum shows no signs of slowing, according to Marca.

Sabrina Carpenter isn’t just creeping up on Taylor Swift—she’s rewriting the playbook.

With her chart-topping hits, sold-out shows, and R4.5 million in album sales, she’s proving you don’t need a feud to shine.

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