Chart-topping singer Sabrina Carpenter embraced a carefree spirit this week, indulging in a boozy afternoon session during a television appearance. The 26-year-old pop sensation joined host Seth Meyers for his popular 'Day Drinking' segment on Late Night with Seth Meyers, trading typical interview formalities for a series of playful games and potent cocktails.
A Spirited Afternoon on the Lower East Side
The pair filmed at The Ripple Room on New York's Lower East Side, where they sampled an eclectic mix of beverages. Moving beyond a simple espresso martini, their tasting menu included beer, Long Island Iced Tea served from a distinctive red bowl – a potent mix of vodka, gin, rum, and tequila – alongside BuzzBallz and Eggo Brunch In Jar Liqueur.
Their interaction was guided by a game where Carpenter had to answer personal questions or take a sip of alcohol. When Meyers probed about which real-life boyfriend inspired her hit song 'Manchild', the singer deftly avoided the query, choosing instead to take a drink from the notorious red bowl.
Stylishly attired for the occasion, Carpenter wore a floral-print slip dress complemented by a cosy cream-coloured shawl and round-toed gold stiletto heels. The segment also saw both participants donning red-light therapy masks, playing 'pet sounds,' and exchanging gifts, with Carpenter humorously decorating Meyers as a Christmas tree.
Behind the Scenes: Pain for Art's Sake
In a more candid moment, Carpenter shared a painful anecdote from filming the music video for 'Manchild.' She revealed to Meyers, 'I fell on a cactus. It's so easy to laugh when people get hurt. And I did. But then I started crying.'
She described the aftermath, involving a medic and a lengthy process of removing spines. Reflecting on the ambitious shoot, which featured 37 outfit changes, she called it 'probably my biggest shoot I've ever done' and acknowledged the team 'endured a lot of pain to get the finished product.' She expressed pride in the unexpected visuals paired with her pop sound, stating the video means a great deal to her.
Grammy Ambitions and Album Artwork
The conversation also touched on her professional accolades. The track 'Manchild,' from her album Short n' Sweet, has earned Carpenter three Grammy nominations. It is in contention for Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best Pop Solo Performance.
Carpenter previously sparked fan discussion with the provocative artwork for her album Man's Best Friend, which depicted her on all fours with a man pulling her hair. Upon releasing 'Manchild,' she thanked 'men for testing me,' and described the track on Instagram as 'the song embodiment of a loving eye roll.'
Late Night with Seth Meyers airs at 12:35am ET/PT on NBC and streams the next day on Peacock. The 'Day Drinking' segment has previously featured stars like Rihanna, Dua Lipa, and Paul Rudd.
