Sabrina Carpenter is shaking up the pop scene, and her latest music video for “Taste” is proof that she’s here to stay.
Sabrina Carpenter and Jenna Ortega Delivered Comedy, Blood and Good Music
With a wild mix of gore, comedy, and catchy lyrics, Sabrina Carpenter’s collaboration with Jenna Ortega—Tim Burton’s latest muse—has delivered a video we didn’t know we needed.
After dropping her sixth studio album, Short n’ Sweet, Sabrina surprised fans with a jaw-dropping, blood-soaked visual treat. Directed by Dave Meyers, the video features a fierce rivalry between Sabrina and Jenna as they literally battle to the death over a guy.
Fans are buzzing about the unexpected duo, with many likening the video to a mini horror-comedy flick. Comments like, “This totally nods to Death Becomes Her with Meryl Streep and Goldie Hawn,” are flooding social media, and it’s easy to see why. From knife fights to voodoo dolls and chainsaws, Sabrina and Jenna go all out in this cinematic showdown.
One of the standout moments? The intense kiss between the two stars, with Sabrina’s lyrics serving as a chilling reminder to her rival that she won’t give up on her dream guy without a fight:
“I heard you’re back together and if that’s true
You’ll just have to taste me when he’s kissin’ you
If you want forever, I bet you do
Just know you’ll taste me too”
I believe the video was also inspired by Lady Gaga’s Paparazzi, although the clear references show inspiration from Robert Zemeckis’ 1999 ‘Death Becomes Her’ (as fans have noted) showcasing not only Jenna’s acting chops but also Sabrina’s ability to deliver a performance that’s equal parts sweet and savage.
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The contrast between the video’s gruesome scenes and Sabrina’s soft, angelic voice creates a uniquely iconic experience.
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One fan perfectly summed up the reaction: “Now I know how important the warning at the beginning of the video is. Thank you, Sabrina.”
There’s no doubt that Sabrina’s latest album is set to be a smash hit, and this collaboration with Jenna Ortega has only solidified her place in the pop world.
