Honeymoon Fades

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"Honeymoon Fades"
Honeymoon Fades Sabrina Carpenter.jpg
Promotional single by Sabrina Carpenter
ReleasedFebruary 14, 2020 (2020-02-14)
Genre R&B
Length3:15
Label Hollywood
Songwriter(s)
Producer(s) Tone

"Honeymoon Fades" is a song by American singer Sabrina Carpenter, released on February 14, 2020, through Hollywood Records. It is Carpenter's first release following her fourth studio album, Singular: Act II (2019).

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Background and release

In July 2019, Carpenter released her fourth studio album, Singular: Act II. [1] In a June 2019 interview with Marie Claire, Carpenter revealed that she had already begun work on a fifth studio album, indicating her intention to continue evolving her musical style and exploring new themes. [2]

On February 7, 2020, Carpenter teased the release of the single "Honeymoon Fades" by posting a photograph with the caption containing a combination of emojis representing the song title. [3] She officially announced the song on February 13, 2020, describing it as a Valentine's Day gift to her fans. [4] [5] The single was subsequently released on February 14, 2020. [6] [7] The cover art for the single was photographed by Carpenter's sister, Sarah Carpenter. [8]

Regarding the song, Carpenter described it as a personal message to her audience, stating:

My newest song "Honeymoon Fades" is a love letter penned directly towards my fans. It's a direct thank you to everyone who has followed and stuck with me through my journey so far. [9]

The release of "Honeymoon Fades" marked a continuation of Carpenter’s exploration of contemporary pop sounds and themes, reflecting her artistic development between studio albums.

Composition

Musically, "Honeymoon Fades" is an R&B song with an atmospheric production. [10] It was composed in the key of F minor with a tempo of 86 beats per minute. Lyrically, "Honeymoon Fades" is about dreaming of a relationship that never loses its spark. [10]

Critical reception

The song received critical acclaim from critics and fans alike. Mike Nied of Idolator said the song is a "highlight on playlists for the remainder of the lover's holiday (Valentines Day)". [10] Nerisha Penrose of Elle named the song as the tenth best love song of 2020. [11]

Credits and personnel

Credits adapted from Tidal. [12]

Release history

RegionDateFormatLabelRef.
VariousFebruary 14, 2020
 Hollywood [13]

References

  1. ↑ "Sabrina Carpenter Breaks Down Every Track on Album Singular: Act II, Talks Growing Pains". PEOPLE.com. Retrieved 2020-02-14.
  2. ↑ Byrnes, Lindsey (2019-06-28). "Exclusive : Watch Sabrina Carpenter's New Music Video for 'In My Bed'". Marie Claire. Retrieved 2020-02-14.
  3. ↑ "Sabrina Carpenter on Instagram: "🍯🌝🌫"". Instagram. Retrieved 2020-02-14.
  4. ↑ "Sabrina Carpenter on Instagram: "surprise, my valentine to you. a song called Honeymoon Fades drops tonight at midnight💌"". Instagram. Retrieved 2020-02-14.
  5. ↑ "Hollywood Records on Instagram: "surprise, @sabrinacarpenter's valentine to you. a song called Honeymoon Fades drops tonight at midnight 💌"". Instagram. Retrieved 2020-02-14.
  6. ↑ "Hollywood Records on Instagram: ""Honeymoon Fades" is out now 🤍 @sabrinacarpenter"". Instagram. Retrieved 2020-02-14.
  7. ↑ "Sabrina Carpenter on Instagram: ""Honeymoon Fades" is out now🤍 link in bio"". Instagram. Retrieved 2020-02-14.
  8. ↑ "@dontshakethepolaroid on Instagram: "Honeymoon Fades out now cover and content shot by me 💘 Happy Valentine's Day"". Instagram. Retrieved 2020-02-14.
  9. ↑ "SABRINA CARPENTER RELEASES SURPRISE SONG "HONEYMOON FADES"". Umusic. Archived from the original on 2023-02-04. Retrieved 2020-02-14.
  10. 1 2 3 "Sabrina Carpenter Dreams Of Everlasting Love On "Honeymoon Fades"". idolator. 2020-02-14. Archived from the original on 2023-03-22. Retrieved 2020-02-14.
  11. ↑ Penrose, Nerisha (April 17, 2020). "The Best Love Songs Of 2020 Will Put You Deep In Your Feelings". Elle . Retrieved April 21, 2020.
  12. ↑ "Credits/Honeymoon Fades/Sabrina Carpenter". listen.tidal.com. 14 February 2020. Retrieved 2020-02-14.
  13. ↑ Honeymoon Fades – Single by Sabrina Carpenter , retrieved 2020-02-14
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