Kevin Bacon Surprises Fans with Farm-Fresh Cover of Sabrina Carpenter‘s ”Espresso“
Actor Kevin Bacon delivered an unexpected delight to fans of pop star Sabrina Carpenter this week, posting a charming acoustic cover of her hit song “Espresso” to social media.The video, filmed on a farm with horses grazing in the background, quickly whent viral, earning praise from Carpenter herself.
The unlikely collaboration highlights a mutual appreciation between the two artists. Carpenter previously referenced Bacon’s iconic “Six Degrees of kevin Bacon” game in her song “Taste,” and Bacon has publicly lauded Carpenter’s songwriting talent, notably on her album Man’s Best Friend. This cover solidifies a playful connection that’s captured the attention of the internet and demonstrates Bacon’s willingness to engage with contemporary pop culture.
Bacon’s rendition of “Espresso” features a stripped-down arrangement and playful lyrics adapted to a rural setting. He sings, “I did a double take, triple take / Take me to pigs in the blanket, back in the farm. / Piggy, piggy, you’re thickening the plot. When did you get hot?”
Carpenter responded enthusiastically to the cover, sharing the video on her Instagram Story and declaring it “the best cover of the year award!!” She also commented on Bacon’s post, praising ”the vibes on the farm” as “immaculate.”
This isn’t the first time Bacon has expressed his admiration for Carpenter’s work. He told Rolling Stone he was enjoying “Never Getting Laid” from Man’s Best friend, noting, “I think that she’s such a talent and, I mean, so many clever songs and clever lyrics.” He was overheard listening to the album while walking in Manhattan just days prior.
The connection runs deeper than just musical appreciation. Carpenter’s song ”Taste” includes a direct nod to Bacon’s famous game, prompting a delighted reaction from Bacon and his daughter, Sosie, during a shared FaceTime call. The cover suggests a blossoming friendship and a shared sense of humor between the two artists.
