Sabrina Carpenter’s latest music video for her new single “Taste” has officially broken the internet. Released alongside her sixth studio album, “Short n’ Sweet,” the video co-stars none other than Jenna Ortega, the “Wednesday” actor who’s quickly become a household name. Together, the two have set social media ablaze, turning their playful yet intense performance into one of the most talked-about moments of the year.
The video for “Taste” isn’t just any run-of-the-mill pop production. Imagine this: Carpenter and Ortega battling it out in a love triangle that’s dripping with cinematic flair. Rohan Campbell plays the oblivious boyfriend caught between the two women, but let’s be honest, he’s not the one stealing the show. In the video, Carpenter and Ortega take their feud to the next level with a mix of playful violence, fiery explosions, and—yes—amputations. But it’s not the blood or the pyrotechnics that have people talking. It’s that kiss.
Fans who tuned into the video’s premiere were not prepared for the moment when Carpenter and Ortega locked lips. The scene, which comes amid all the chaos, has quickly become a viral sensation, with fans flooding social media to share their shock and excitement.
One fan on X (formerly Twitter) summed up the collective sentiment, writing, “sabrina carpenter and jenna ortega kissing just became my new favorite thing,” while another cheekily commented, “ya it would be my favourite music video too if i got to make out with jenna ortega.” And honestly, can you blame them?
But the buzz isn’t just about the kiss. Fans are also raving about the visual style of the video, which many believe draws inspiration from the 1992 cult classic “Death Becomes Her.” This dark comedy starring Meryl Streep, Goldie Hawn, and Bruce Willis has clearly left its mark on Carpenter’s vision, with scenes from “Taste” echoing the film’s blend of glamour and macabre. One X user even posted a side-by-side comparison of stills from both the movie and the music video, proving just how on-point this homage really is.
In an Instagram post announcing the video, Carpenter revealed that she “had one person in mind” for the project: Jenna Ortega. She gushed about Ortega’s talent, saying, “Watching her on screen is a true dream come true and I’m so inspired, impressed, and amazed by her.” And the admiration is mutual. Ortega took to her own Instagram, posting a polaroid of the two on set with the simple caption, “TASTE.” Carpenter’s reply? “u kill me 🤍,” a playful nod to the video’s murderous theme.
Ortega didn’t stop there, sharing a carousel of behind-the-scenes photos with the caption, “So proud and excited for you sweet girl. Absolutely loved making this one, thank you for having me. How special. I’d kill for you whenever….” Fans are already calling this one of the best collaborations of the year, and it’s easy to see why.
death becomes her (1992) x taste (2024) pic.twitter.com/vRFBl51b9I
— maya 💋 (@olympusbarrow) August 23, 2024
ya it would be my favourite music video too if i got to make out with jenna ortega pic.twitter.com/YCMXNciKGM
— cupid loves bed chem (@rubyshuffle) August 23, 2024
As the music video continues to rack up millions of views, it’s clear that Sabrina Carpenter has outdone herself. During her recent appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Carpenter described the video as her “favorite one I’ve ever done,” and it’s easy to see why. With its perfect blend of drama, humor, and just the right amount of shock value, “Taste” is a visual feast that fans can’t get enough of.
Carpenter is set to take “Short n’ Sweet” on tour starting September 23 in Columbus, Ohio, while Ortega is gearing up for her next big role in the much-anticipated “Beetlejuice” sequel, hitting theaters on September 6. But for now, all eyes are on “Taste”—and if the internet’s reaction is anything to go by, this is just the beginning of Carpenter and Ortega’s reign as the queens of pop culture.
