The K-pop group FIFTY FIFTY has teamed up with American singer and actress Sabrina Carpenter for a new version of their smash single ‘Cupid’. The remix, titled ‘Cupid Twin Ver.’, features Carpenter’s vocals alongside the original members of FIFTY FIFTY: Sio, Saena, Aran and Keena. The song is a catchy pop tune with a danceable beat and a catchy chorus.
FIFTY FIFTY’s Rise to Fame
FIFTY FIFTY is a K-pop group that debuted in 2022 with their EP ‘The Fifty’. The group is managed by South Korean entertainment agency ATTRAKT, which is known for producing innovative and diverse artists. FIFTY FIFTY’s name reflects their concept of being versatile and adaptable to different genres and styles.
The group gained international attention in 2023 with their single ‘Cupid’, which went viral on TikTok and other social media platforms. The song became a record-breaking hit, as it entered the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart at No. 17, making FIFTY FIFTY the fastest K-pop group ever to do so. The song also became the highest charting song by a K-pop girl group at Top 40 radio, reaching the top 10 of the Pop Airplay chart in July.
‘Cupid’ is a song about falling in love with someone who is not good for you, but being unable to resist their charm. The song has a catchy hook that goes “Cupid, Cupid, you’re so stupid/ Why did you shoot me with your arrow?/ Cupid, Cupid, you’re so foolish/ Why did you make me fall in love?”. The song has been praised for its catchy melody, witty lyrics and charismatic performance by FIFTY FIFTY.
Sabrina Carpenter’s Collaboration
Sabrina Carpenter is an American singer and actress who rose to fame with her role as Maya Hart on the Disney Channel series ‘Girl Meets World’. She has also starred in movies such as ‘The Hate U Give’, ‘Work It’ and ‘Clouds’. She has released four studio albums, with her latest being ‘Emails I Can’t Send’ in 2022.
Carpenter has collaborated with various artists in the past, such as Alan Walker, Jonas Blue, Zara Larsson and Joshua Bassett. She is also a friend of Taylor Swift, who invited her to join her on several dates of her Eras Tour in Latin America later this month.
Carpenter’s collaboration with FIFTY FIFTY was announced on August 18, 2023, along with the release of the remix. Carpenter adds her own verse to the song, singing “I wish that I wasn’t so naive/ And he didn’t turn me on so well/ My heart aches a real good melody”. She also harmonizes with the members of FIFTY FIFTY on the chorus and bridge.
The remix has been well received by fans of both artists, who praised their chemistry and vocal skills. The remix has also boosted the popularity of the original song, as it climbed up the charts and streams. The remix is available on all major streaming platforms and digital stores.
What’s Next for FIFTY FIFTY and Sabrina Carpenter?
FIFTY FIFTY and Sabrina Carpenter have expressed their gratitude and appreciation for each other on social media, as well as their excitement for working together. They have also hinted at the possibility of performing the remix live together in the future.
FIFTY FIFTY is currently working on their next album, which is expected to be released later this year. They have also released another single in August, titled ‘Barbie Dreams’, which is part of the soundtrack for the Barbie movie. The song is a bubblegum pop anthem that celebrates Barbie’s fantastic life.
Sabrina Carpenter is currently on tour, promoting her latest album ‘Emails I Can’t Send’. She will also join Taylor Swift on her Eras Tour in Mexico, Argentina and Brazil later this month. She has also teased new music coming soon, as well as some surprises for her fans.
