Listen to My New Cover of Sabrina Carpenter 's "Taste"

Inspiration Behind the Cover

I’m excited to share my latest project—my own interpretation of Sabrina Carpenter’s song Short and Sweet. Having fallen in love with her latest album, especially this track, I was inspired by its meteoric rise and the way it resonates with listeners everywhere. Sabrina’s original production has a unique charm, balancing space for vocals and drums in an understated but powerful way. For my cover, however, I wanted to bring something new to the table—a Midwest emo vibe that gives the song a different emotional landscape.

A Guitar-Centric, Emotive Approach

In my cover, I decided to center the sound around guitar, a deliberate choice to reframe the song’s emotional depth with a more instrument-driven feel. While Sabrina’s arrangement allows her vocals and drums to shine, I imagined a version that leans into the expressive power of guitar riffs, making it the focal point. This shift brings a new energy to the track while staying true to the heart of the original.

Finding My Vocal Range and Style

As a vocalist, I found that my voice has a bit more strength compared to Sabrina’s softer tone, so I adjusted the key down by a half-step to sit more naturally in my range, adding a grounded quality that complements the heavier guitar presence. One of my main goals was to capture the richness of Sabrina’s lush harmonies and vocal stacks. Her layered vocals add so much depth and warmth, and I aimed to replicate that feel by incorporating similar harmonies in my own voice. Emulating her adlibs and background vocals was particularly fun and gave me an even greater appreciation for her expressive style.

Crafting the Music Video: A Blend of Cinematic and Casual

Creating the music video for this cover presented its own unique challenges and rewards. Shooting between work hours meant I had to move quickly, often capturing shots in just one take. The result is a mix of high-value, cinematic still shots paired with spontaneous, vlog-style clips. This blend of formats was intentional—I wanted the video to feel organic and approachable, reflecting the song’s lighthearted tone and the fun I had making it. By pairing wide, steady shots with more in-the-moment footage, I think the video achieves an authentic energy without looking overly polished or staged.

Bringing Something Fresh to Short and Sweet

In this project, I set out to celebrate the essence of Sabrina’s song while injecting my own style and personality into both the music and visuals. I hope my Midwest emo-inspired interpretation brings something fresh to Short and Sweet, resonating with fans of both Sabrina Carpenter and those who appreciate a guitar-forward, indie sound. I had an amazing time bringing this cover to life, and I’m excited to share it with you all.

Check out the video above this post!