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Espresso — Sabrina Carpenter Lyrics

Album: Short n’ Sweet

Genre: Pop, Funk-Pop, Dance, Bubblegum Pop, Nu Disco, Dance-Pop
Producer: Julian Bunetta
Lyricists: Sabrina Carpenter, Amy Allen, Steph Jones, Julian Bunetta
Album: Short n' Sweet
Release Date: April 11, 2024
Chart Performance: Reached #1 in the UK, Australia, and Ireland; Peaked at #4 on the US Billboard Hot 100
Music Video Director: Dave Meyers
First Live Performance: Coachella, April 2024

About Sabrina Carpenter

Sabrina Carpenter is a versatile American singer and actress. Having risen to fame on Disney Channel, she found her way into the public during "Girl Meets World." Over the years, she found her way into a successful music career by releasing several albums with a unique mix of pop and folk-pop influences. Sabrina reunites profound texts and catchy melodies. She has worked with some of the most in-demand producers and songwriters today: Jack Antonoff and Julian Bunetta, among others. Outside of music, Sabrina has acted in movies and television shows, further growing her creative footprint. So many fans love her because of the realness and relatability of her songs.

Annotations and Meaning of Espresso:

Chorus

Now he's thinkin' 'bout me every night, oh
Is it that sweet? I guess so
Say you can't sleep, baby, I know
That's that me espresso

Sabrina likens herself to espresso, suggesting that her presence is as stimulating and insomnia-inducing as a shot of strong coffee. This metaphor highlights her impact on her partner's thoughts and sleep.

Move it up, down, left, right, oh
Switch it up like Nintendo

Referencing the directions on a video game joystick, this line uses the Nintendo console to imply playful and possibly intimate interactions.

Verse 1

I can't relate to desperation
My give-a-fucks are on vacation

The star expresses her confidence and detachment from desperation, emphasizing her self-assured and carefree attitude.

And I got this one boy and he won't stop calling
When they act this way, I know I got 'em

She mentions a boy who is persistently interested in her, indicating her allure and control in the relationship.

Pre-Chorus

Soft skin and I perfumed it for ya (Yes)
I know I Mountain Dew it for ya (Yes)

Sabrina refers to her skincare and perfume, possibly alluding to her own product line. The Mountain Dew line plays on the soda's caffeine content, reinforcing the coffee theme and suggesting an energizing effect.

Verse 2

I'm working late 'cause I'm a singer
Oh, he looks so cute wrapped 'round my finger

She describes her busy life as a singer and how her partner is enamored with her, emphasizing her control and charm.

My twisted humor make him laugh so often
My honeybee, come and get this pollen (Mm)

Using a playful bee metaphor, she likens herself to pollen, attracting her partner as a bee. This could also hint at Barry Keoghan, rumored to be her partner, reinforcing their connection. The song Espresso showcases Sabrina Carpenter's confidence and playful side, using coffee and video game metaphors to describe her effect on her partner. The lively and catchy tune highlights her charm and self-assuredness in romantic relationships.

Espresso by Sabrina Carpenter

Now he's thinkin' 'bout me every night, oh
Is it that sweet? I guess so
Say you can't sleep, baby, I know
That's that me espresso
Move it up, down, left, right, oh
Switch it up like Nintendo
Say you can't sleep, baby, I know
That's that me espresso

I can't relate to desperation
My give-a-f**ks are on vacation
And I got this one boy and he won't stop calling
When they act this way, I know I got 'em (Mm)

Too bad your ex don't do it for ya (Mm)
Walked in and dream-came-trued it for ya (Mm)
Soft skin and I perfumed it for ya (Yes)
I know I Mountain Dew it for ya (Yes)
That morning coffee, brewed it for ya (Yes)
One touch and I brand-newed it for ya (Ooh)

And now he's thinkin' 'bout me every night, oh
Is it that sweet? I guess so
Say you can't sleep, baby, I know
That's that me espresso
Move it up, down, left, right, oh
Switch it up like Nintendo
Say you can't sleep, baby, I know
That's that me espresso

Holy sh*t
Is it that sweet? I guess so
I'm working late 'cause I'm a singer
Oh, he looks so cute wrapped 'round my finger
My twisted humor make him laugh so often
My honeybee, come and get this pollen (Mm)

Too bad your ex don't do it for ya (Mm)
Walked in and dream-came-trued it for ya (Mm)
Soft skin and I perfumed it for ya (Oh, yes)
I know I Mountain Dew it for ya (Yes)
That morning coffee, brewed it for ya (Yes)
One touch and I brand-newed it for ya (Stupid)

Now he's thinkin' 'bout me every night, oh
Is it that sweet? I guess so
Say you can't sleep, baby, I know
That's that me espresso
Move it up, down, left, right, oh
Switch it up like Nintendo
Say you can't sleep, baby, I know
That's that me espresso (Yes)
Thinkin' 'bout me every night, oh
Is it that sweet? I guess so (Yes)
Say you can't sleep, baby, I know
That's that me espresso (Yes)
Move it up, down, left, right, oh
(Move it up, down, left, right, oh)
Switch it up like Nintendo (Yes)
Say you can't sleep, baby, I know
That's that me espresso
Is it that sweet? I guess so
Mm, that's that me espresso

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