It’s only April, but Sabrina Carpenter‘s slow-burning “Espresso” is making waves and may just be this year’s song of the summer. Let’s dive into this luxury nu-disco tune that’s captured listeners’ hearts, minds, and libidos!
What sets “Espresso” apart is its uncanny ability to embed itself into your psyche. Lines like “That’s that me espresso” and “I’m working late/’Cause I’m a singer” have become earworms for thousands. The song’s allure lies in its unorthodox and whimsical lyrics.
The phrase “That’s that me espresso” is delightfully puzzling—what does it mean? And why does she say, “I Mountain Dew it for ya”? Carpenter’s delivery of “I’m working late because I’m a singer” is so sincere it feels like an age-old truth. This whimsical approach is reminiscent of lyrics prevalent in ’80s Italo-disco records, where words evoke emotion rather than specific meaning. Yet, Carpenter balances this with lines like “Walked in and dream-came-trued it for ya,” a phrase so perfectly crafted that many pop writers would kill for it.
Produced by Julian Bunetta, known for his work with One Direction, the music of “Espresso” exudes a slight Toni Braxton-inspired “You’re Making Me High” vibe. While pop’s disco revival is beginning to feel overdone, Carpenter manages to breathe new life into it with a clever, effervescent, and quirky charm.
“Espresso” is a refreshing and delightful addition to the nu-disco revival. Its unique combination of whimsical lyrics and infectious beats makes it a strong contender for the song of the summer. Sabrina Carpenter has created a track that not only pays homage to the past but also pushes the genre forward. If she continues to deliver music with this level of flair and ingenuity, the disco revival might just stick around for another sun-soaked season.
