Why Is the Creator of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure Just Like Us? He Really Loves Sabrina Carpenter.

2024 was a groundbreaking year for pop music sensation, Sabrina Carpenter, with the August 2024 release of her award-winning album, Short n' Sweet. Sabrina has taken the world by storm in a short time, and it seems Hirohiko Araki, the mangaka of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, has also taken notice of Sabrina's exceptional talent.

Certainly no stranger to pop culture icons, Araki frequently incorporates his love for certain musical artists into his work as a way to show appreciation. Recently, he has announced that he is a huge fan of Sabrina Carpenter, exciting fans of both the pop star and the action anime with this collision of worlds.

Hirohiko Araki, Author of JoJo's, Professed His Love of Sabrina Carpenter’s Music

2024 Was a Successful Year for Sabrina Carpenter, and She Has Even Caught Araki’s Attention

In an X post by @jojo_wiki, Araki excitedly stated, "I know I'm a little late to the party, but I'm currently obsessed with Sabrina Carpenter. What an icon!" Araki often praises other artists and creators whose work he enjoys, but fans were pleasantly shocked to hear Sabrina among his list of inspirations. Now is a better time than ever to be a fan of Sabrina Carpenter, as she has recently skyrocketed into the public eye like never before. From the US leg of her Short n' Sweet Tour to being nominated for multiple Grammys, recognition by Araki is just one of Sabrina's many accomplishments this year.

Sabrina has been releasing music since 2014, with her debut single "Can't Blame a Girl for Trying," and her 2015 debut album Eyes Wide Open. Also in 2014, she was an actress in Girl Meets World on Disney Channel, a spin-off of a prior series, Boy Meets World. These experiences marked her first introductions to fame, but it was not until recently that she began enjoying the true stardom that she does today. On the Billboard 200 chart, Short n' Sweet debuted at number one, making it crystal clear that Sabrina is definitely one to watch, and Araki noticed this too.

Fans Have Begun to Wonder if a Future Stand or Character Will Be Inspired by Sabrina

Since Araki Includes a Host of Pop Culture References in His Work, This Concept Seems Quite Likely

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One of the most fascinating aspects of JoJo's Bizarre Adventure is the sheer multitude of cultural references Araki weaves into his stories. From song titles to fashion brands, characters and Stands receive their names from a number of meaningful places. For example, as far as JoJo's musical easter eggs go, he has named Stands after songs by the British rock band, Queen, the British girl group, The Spice Girls, the American rock band, R.E.O. Speedwagon, and the lead singer of Guns N' Roses, Axl Rose, just to name a few of the clever musical references embedded in his work over the years.

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Mentioning Sabrina Carpenter specifically was no mistake, and has caused fans to speculate about a future Stand or character that could be named after one of Sabrina's song titles, albums, or even herself. Since it seems Araki's favorite way to show respect and love to fellow creatives is by giving them subtle roles in his own manga, it seems incredibly likely that Sabrina Carpenter will make an appearance in JoJo's one day in some form or fashion, but fans will have to wait and see. Either way, it is clear from this remark that the JoJo's creator has exceptional music taste.

Source: @jojo_wiki on X