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Christina Aguilera Stuns Sabrina Carpenter With Surprise Performance of “Ain’t No Other Man” at L.A. Show
Nov
Sabrina Carpenter’s Short n’ Sweet tour stop in Los Angeles took an unforgettable turn when Christina Aguilera made a surprise appearance, electrifying fans and Carpenter alike. During Carpenter’s performance at the Crypto.com Arena on Friday, Aguilera rose dramatically on a platform behind the “Espresso” singer to deliver her hit single “Ain’t No Other Man.”
A visibly shocked Carpenter mouthed, “What the f—?” before joining Aguilera, along with her backup singers and dancers, for a high-energy collaboration that left the crowd roaring.
A Duet for the Ages
The surprise didn’t stop there. Aguilera and Carpenter also performed a duet of Aguilera’s iconic hit “What a Girl Wants.” The pair had previously sung the song together in September to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Aguilera’s self-titled debut album. After their performance, Aguilera warmly told Carpenter, “I love you so much.”
Aguilera later reflected on the collaboration, praising Carpenter’s artistry. “It’s fun when you get to reimagine the music,” Aguilera said. “Doing this with you is just so creatively thrilling… It’s almost like passing it on to new generations. That’s what I love most about music.”
A Lifelong Fan’s Dream Come True
Carpenter, who has long admired Aguilera, has frequently spoken about how the pop icon inspired her career. In a heartfelt Spotify video earlier this year, Carpenter recalled the first time she heard Aguilera’s voice. “My mom played me a video of [her] singing ‘A Sunday Kind of Love’ when I was little. That was just, like, the most inspiring thing for me ever to see as a young girl,” she said. Carpenter credits Aguilera’s childhood performance as the “main reason” she began singing.
The admiration is mutual, as Aguilera shared her excitement about Carpenter’s interpretation of her classic songs. “To hear your inflections and your gift on this song… It’s so special,” Aguilera told Carpenter during their September collaboration.
A Night to Remember
Friday’s surprise performance solidified Aguilera and Carpenter’s bond, blending nostalgia with the thrill of passing the torch to a new generation of artists. For Carpenter, the moment added another layer of magic to her already dynamic Short n’ Sweet tour, which often includes tributes to other iconic blondes like Madonna and Dolly Parton.
Aguilera’s appearance was more than a surprise—it was a full-circle moment for a young artist inspired by one of pop’s greatest voices. Fans left the arena buzzing, with both Aguilera and Carpenter proving the timeless power of music to connect generations.
