Sabrina Carpenter has stated that pop music would not exist without the queer community. In a recent interview, the singer emphasized the deep connections she shares with queer friends and collaborators. She made the comments in response to a question about the importance of the LGBTQ+ audience to her success.
Sabrina Carpenter shared her views during an interview with fashion designer Marc Jacobs for Perfect Magazine. When asked about the role of the LGBTQ+ audience in her career, she replied, “I don’t think pop music would exist if it wasn’t for the queer community.” She added, “I don’t think some of our greatest pop stars would exist if it wasn’t for the queer community.” Carpenter expressed personal gratitude, saying, “I feel so deeply connected. I mean, some of my greatest friends and collaborators and artists that I know are a part of the queer community or are just so celebratory of it.” She continued, “I feel so connected and grateful to be able to have them be a part of my journey, to be a part of the world.” This follows her advocacy at the 2025 MTV VMAs, where she performed 'Tears' alongside drag and trans performers holding signs reading “Protect Trans Rights,” “In Trans We Trust,” and “Support Local Drag.” Recently, Carpenter headlined Coachella 2026 with high-profile guests. In the first weekend, Susan Sarandon, Sam Elliott, Samuel L. Jackson, and Will Ferrell joined her onstage, evoking classic Hollywood. The second weekend featured a surprise appearance by Madonna, who performed 'Vogue,' 'Like a Prayer,' and an unreleased track with Carpenter. After the first Coachella weekend, Carpenter apologized for mistaking a Zaghrouta—a celebratory Arabic chant—for a yodel. “My apologies, I didn’t see this person with my eyes and couldn’t hear clearly,” she wrote. “My reaction was pure confusion, sarcasm and not ill intended. Could have handled it better! Now I know what a Zaghrouta is! I welcome all cheers and yodels from here on out.”
