Imagine having Sabrina Carpenter sing Happy Birthday to you at a local pub—well, that was once a reality for some lucky patrons of the Limeport Inn in Quakertown, Pennsylvania! In a heartwarming new interview with Vogue, the “Espresso” singer, 25, recalled how her musical journey began with serenading strangers at the pub as a child. “That was my first real audience,” she shared, laughing at how she would sometimes be paid for the performance—though her mom made sure the money went back.
Growing up in a small town, Sabrina was always a “sarcastic, snarky kid” who discovered her love for singing early on. It wasn’t long before she took her dreams to the next level, leaving school to be homeschooled and auditioning for bigger opportunities. At age 9, she became a finalist in a Miley Cyrus-led singing contest—a pivotal moment that fueled her drive to pursue music professionally.
Fast forward to February 2025, and Sabrina was all smiles at the Grammy Awards, where she took home two prestigious trophies: Best Pop Solo Performance for “Espresso” and Best Pop Vocal Album for Short n’ Sweet. The night was full of full-circle moments, including a sweet reunion with Miley Cyrus, and Sabrina couldn’t help but reflect on her journey. “I’m still out of breath from the performance,” she said on stage, humbly thanking everyone who supported her.
From performing for pub-goers to winning Grammy gold, Sabrina Carpenter is clearly on her way to becoming a music icon!
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