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Carpenter's 'Tears' Echoes Diana Ross' 'Upside Down'
18 Feb
Summary
- Sabrina Carpenter's new song 'Tears' is noted for its similarity to Diana Ross' 1980 hit.
- Music fans on Reddit and social media have highlighted the striking resemblence.
- The alleged similarity has sparked debate among fans regarding inspiration versus imitation.
Sabrina Carpenter's seventh studio album, 'Man's Best Friend,' released in August 2025, is facing scrutiny over one of its tracks. The song 'Tears' has been noted by observant listeners for its distinct similarity to Diana Ross' iconic 1980 hit, 'Upside Down.'
Music fans have widely discussed the parallels on social media, with many on Reddit pointing out that 'Tears' sounds "IDENTICAL" to the disco classic. Some listeners expressed shock that the resemblance had not been more widely noted, feeling both the beat and concept were strikingly similar.
While some fans believe the similarity is too pronounced, suggesting it's more than mere inspiration, others defend Carpenter. They argue that pop and disco music share common elements, making accidental parallels likely. The artist's representatives have been contacted for comment, and Carpenter has yet to address the comparisons publicly.
