The Hottest Love Triangle Right Now: Camila Cabello Accused by Sabrina Carpenter of Being the “Other Woman” and Using Risqué Photos to Win Back Shawn Mendes
On August 22 (U.S. time), Sabrina Carpenter officially released her new album Short N Sweet. The 1999-born singer explained that the album’s title reflects her experiences with past relationships that, though brief, were sweet and unforgettable. However, after the album’s release, many fans were stirred up as they discovered clever details that Sabrina Carpenter included to expose the “other woman.” Based on the new lyrics, fans found that she seemed to be taking a jab at Camila Cabello for allegedly stealing her ex-boyfriend Shawn Mendes.
In her song Coincidence, Sabrina Carpenter recounts a significant moment: “Last week, you didn’t have any doubts. This week, you’re holding space for her tongue in your mouth. Now she’s sending you some pictures wearing less and less.” This song is believed to describe Sabrina Carpenter’s brief romance with Shawn Mendes in February-March 2023, and how Camila Cabello reportedly sent provocative photos to win back her ex from Sabrina. Subsequently, Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes were spotted affectionately at the Coachella festival in April 2023.
Fans also revisited Sabrina Carpenter’s 2023 track Cindy Lou Who to support this theory. In this song, the singer indirectly tells the story: “Maybe he met you somewhere in the desert / While he was soul-searching, he found someone better.” Coachella, being held in the desert, is where Camila Cabello and Shawn Mendes were famously seen kissing, symbolizing a “reconciliation.”
Moreover, Sabrina Carpenter’s new album contains other bitter lyrics like “Your car drove itself from L.A. to her thighs / Palm Springs looks nice, but who’s by your side?” and “I heard you’re back together and if that’s true / You’ll just have to taste me when he’s kissing you.”
These elements reinforce fans’ belief that Camila Cabello took Shawn Mendes back from Sabrina Carpenter. Currently, none of the individuals involved have commented, and they are communicating through their music.
Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello were close friends before publicly dating in the summer of 2019, shortly after the release of the hit single Señorita. The two were frequently seen together and did not shy away from showing affection in public. However, in November 2021, Shawn and Camila unexpectedly broke up, much to the disappointment of their fans.
On April 16, 2023, Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello set social media ablaze with their dating moments at the Coachella music festival. There, they shared warm looks and intimate gestures. When a reporter asked Camila Cabello, “So, are you two back together?” the 1997-born singer smiled and replied, “Yes, darling!” Shawn Mendes, following closely behind, did not provide any further explanation.
According to a source who spoke to Page Six, Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello remained in contact after their split announcement in November 2021. Their close relationship was cited as the reason for their kiss at Coachella 2023. However, just six weeks later, they parted ways again.
Meanwhile, Shawn Mendes and Sabrina Carpenter’s relationship was short-lived. By late February 2023, the couple was seen enjoying themselves on the streets of Los Angeles, sparking dating rumors. In March 2023, Shawn and Sabrina were seen together at Miley Cyrus’s party. Nevertheless, by April, Shawn Mendes had reconciled with his ex, Camila Cabello.
