Sabrina Carpenter’s Brit Awards Reaction
Sabrina Carpenter addressed the controversies surrounding her award at the Brit Awards 2025.
Performance Highlights
During the ceremony on Saturday (March 1), Carpenter received the Global Success award and was nominated for two additional accolades: International Artist of the Year and International Song of the Year for “Espresso,” but lost both to Chappell Roan.
However, it was her performance that stole the headlines. The singer kicked off the show with her 2024 MEGAHIT version of “Espresso,” accompanied by the king’s dancing guards. She then transitioned into a sultry rendition of “Bed Chem,” performing on a giant pink bed with her support team in their boudoirs.
A particular moment that generated controversy involved her kneeling in front of a male dancer, who winked at the camera before disappearing backstage.
Since then, audiences have debated the appropriateness of the performance given the 9 pm broadcast time, which is generally considered unsuitable for children.
Some fans, like one user on X/Twitter, found it amusing, labeling it “cult.” Nevertheless, many expressed that the provocative moments felt “unnecessary,” with one viewer stating, “This is like watching live pornography. It should be a family show.”
Sabrina Carpenter has a wonderful voice, and this is an amazing woman, why does she feel the need to open her legs? It’s like watching live pornography. It should be a family show! #Thebrits #Brits #SABRINACARPARPENTER pic.twitter.com/us4fc7yc9o
– ❥🪬✡︎🕊 (@thatlondonlady) March 1, 2025
In response to the backlash, Sabrina Carpenter made a light-hearted comment in a recent Instagram post, stating, “Now I know what the watershed is!!!!” She added this humorous caption to a carousel of photos from the night.
Addressing Sexuality in Performance
The singer elaborated on her use of sexuality in her performances in a previous commentary involving Mike Stock, Matt Aitken, and Pyu Waterman. Waterman had criticized her image as damaging to women in an interview with The Sun, stating, “If you ask to be respected, don’t wear a G-string,” while dismissing Carpenter’s sexualized lyrics as “lazy.”
