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Sabrina Carpenter is once again proving she’s a master of the savage breakup anthem, and this time, fans are convinced she’s taking aim at ex-boyfriend Barry Keoghan in her brand-new single, ‘Manchild’.
The rising pop superstar, who’s currently number 1 in the official UK album charts, has surprised fans with the release of Manchild, a punchy, sarcastic track that takes clear shots at an emotionally immature former flame.
The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a relationship weighed down by mood swings, lack of communication, and a man who never quite grew up. Lines like “You’re great in a movie, not great in real life” and “Still texting your ex and blaming your past” have left fans speculating that the track is a thinly veiled swipe at Keoghan, who starred in the critically acclaimed Saltburn and had a highly publicised romance with Carpenter earlier this year.
While Sabrina hasn’t named names, the internet has wasted no time drawing connections, with listeners dissecting every lyric for clues. Many believe the song’s references to a “boy who acts like a man but throws tantrums like a teen” are directly inspired by her relationship with the Irish actor, which reportedly ended earlier this spring.
The new teaser video for the song shows Sabrina thumbing a ride - Credit: INSTAGRAM
On X (formerly Twitter), fans have been quick to weigh in.
"Sabrina dragged Barry and made it a bop. Queen behaviour," one user posted.
Another added, "Manchild is Taylor Swift-level pettiness with Ariana-style vocals. Obsessed."
Sabrina has a well-documented history of channelling personal heartbreak into chart-topping hits, and Manchild appears to be no different. While she’s yet to publicly confirm who the song is about, the timing, and lyrical content, has done little to stop the speculation.
The 25-year-old singer has seen her star rise dramatically in recent months, thanks to her spot as an opener on Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour and her string of infectious pop releases.
Manchild is already climbing streaming charts, and if early reactions are anything to go by, it could be her next viral hit.
One thing’s clear: Sabrina Carpenter isn’t afraid to call out bad behaviour, and she’s got the perfect melody to go with it.
