Sabrina Carpenter has one last cover variant for new album Man’s Best Friend up her sleeve, and this time, it features an exclusive bonus track.

The pop star unveiled the fourth and final edition of the LP in an Instagram post on Friday (Aug. 8), three weeks before the project drops on streaming services. The artwork shows Carpenter holding court at a dinner table, looking glamorous in a sparkling blue gown as she commands five tuxedoed men surrounding her.

“the final alternate cover for Man’s Best Friend features such a special bonus track called ‘Such A Funny Way’ available only on vinyl,” the Grammy winner wrote. “pre order now + a limited number of signed vinyl.”

Carpenter also noted the short amount of time before her seventh studio album, which fans have been waiting for since she first announced the project in June. “3 weeks left!!!” she added. “can’t wait for it to be yours x.”

The Man’s Best Friend cover art has been a quintessential part of the album’s rollout so far, whether or not Carpenter intended it to be. When she first debuted the original artwork — a risqué photo of herself down on all fours, held in place by a man grabbing her by the hair — discourse erupted online over whether the image was empowering or regressive for women, a topic that even made it’s way to The View.

Since then, the Girl Meets World alum has released multiple variations of the artwork, including a black-and-white photo of herself leaning on a man’s shoulder as well as a colorful snap of Carpenter basking in a room filled with flower bouquets sent by admirers. All four versions of Man’s Best Friend are available for purchase on the singer’s website.

The additional cover comes just a few days after Carpenter finally unveiled the Man’s Best Friend tracklist, which features 12 songs including Billboard Hot 100-topping lead single “Manchild.” At her headlining Lollapalooza set this past weekend, the star played the track for fans in Chicago as well as duetted with special guest Earth, Wind & Fire.

See Carpenter’s fourth and final Man’s Best Friend variant below.

Cardi B reigns on Billboard’s Rhythmic Airplay chart for the ninth time, leaping two places to No. 1 on the Aug. 16-dated ranking with “Outside.”

“Outside” also ascends a spot to No. 1 on Rap Airplay, becoming the rapper’s eighth ruler.

The track is Cardi B’s first leader on Rhythmic Airplay since 2021, when “Up” dominated for three weeks. In between “Up” and “Outside,” she notched nine entries, including four top 10s, paced by No. 2 peaks in 2023 for Latto’s “Put It on Da Floor Again,” on which Cardi B is featured, and the Megan Thee Stallion collaboration “Bongos.” She first led in 2017 with her premiere entry, “Bodak Yellow (Money Moves).”

Cardi B has the fifth-most No. 1s on the chart by a woman, after Rihanna (17), Beyoncé and Nicki Minaj (12 each) and Doja Cat (11).

On Rap Airplay, Cardi B likewise first hit No. 1 with “Bodak Yellow.” She most recently led with “Tomorrow 2,” with GloRilla, in 2022. She now ranks one behind Minaj for the most No. 1s among women.

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“Outside” debuted at No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 in early July, becoming Cardi B’s 13th top 10. It ranks at No. 60 on the latest tally (Aug. 9).

“Outside” is the latest taste of Am I the Drama?, Cardi B’s second studio album, due Sept. 19. Predecessor Invasion of Privacy topped the Billboard 200 upon its April 2018 debut and has earned 7.1 million equivalent album units to date, according to Luminate.

All Billboard charts dated Aug. 16 will update Tuesday, Aug. 12, on Billboard.com.

New Music Latin is a compilation of the best new Latin songs and albums recommended by Billboard and Billboard Español editors. Check out this week’s picks below.

Armenta, Portate Bien (Street Mob Records/Warner Music Latina)

Armenta steps into the spotlight with Pórtate Bien, a debut album that positions him as one of música mexicana’s brightest voices. The curly-haired wunderkind, known for crafting hits behind the scenes of the Street Mob corridos clan, takes a bold leap forward here with a genre-spanning collection of 15 tracks that balance his knack for storytelling with fresh sonic directions. From aching indie rock to steely corridos tumbados, flirtatious reggaetón Mexa to heartfelt boleros, Armenta captures a kaleidoscope of moods while staying rooted in raw emotion.

The album opens on a vulnerable note with “Ansiedad,” a melodic indie rock track that channels longing into its soaring melodies. Corridos remain the project’s backbone, with tracks like “Ondeada,” a lilting duet with Jorsshh, standing out for its intricate guitar lines. Armenta ventures into unexpected territory with “Buscándote,” where he blends Jersey club bounce and reggaetón rhythms into a shimmering ode to nightlife chaos. Collaborations further expand the album’s reach, including the romantic corridos “Ojitos Lindos” with Jonatan Caro, whimsical sierreño “Balenciaga” alongside DannyLux, and the graceful bolero closer with Colombian singer Manuel Medrano.

“This album was born from difficult moments and decisions that shaped my path. It’s an honest reflection of everything I am,” the artist says in a statement. ”I want this album to speak to those who have loved, lost, fallen, and kept going — to let them know that there is also beauty in the chaos.” It’s a fearless debut, equal parts exploratory and intimate. — ISABELA RAYGOZA

Wampi & Cimafunk, “Que Bola” (Awaken Music/Virgin Music Latin)

As a preview of his forthcoming El Rey de la Habana album, Wampi has teamed up with his “favorite artist right now,” Cimafunk, for “Que Bola.” Marking their second effort following 2024’s “La Pomada,” the new track is a groovy funk song marked by deep bass tones, saucy saxophone and trumpet melodies, and rhythmic percussion — all bringing to life the essence of Cubanía music.

Written and produced by the self-taught musician, Wampi, the track celebrates Cuban culture and nightlight with local street slang in the lyrics: “Asere, qué bola, que vuelta?” they smoothly ask, loosely meaning “what’s up” in Cuban jerga. “Wampi is the real deal. He’s from the streets and has that cred […] He’s the future of Cuba’s urban movement and this song is a treat,” Cimafunk said in a press statement. “It’s a VERY Cuban song with the grace and flow of how we speak.” — JESSICA ROIZ

Juan Gabriel, “Nunca Es Tarde” (Virgin Music Group)

This ranchero classic by the iconic Mexican singer-songwriter, written by Juan Gabriel for the Spanish singer Rocío Dúrcal during the golden age of this incomparable composer-performer duo, is reborn almost five decades after its original release as the third single from Eterno, the upcoming posthumous album by the so-called Divo de Juárez, scheduled for September. It’s an emotional version that includes vocals recorded by Juan Gabriel shortly before his death in 2016, as well as a new mariachi arrangement by maestro Guillermo Hernández Galicia, his arranger, musical coordinator, and director of the mariachi that accompanied him for nearly 23 years.

Originally released in 1978, “Nunca es Tarde” is a tribute to love through saying farewell, in a hopeful tone of gratitude for that special person that has passed away. The song is accompanied by a music video with AI-generated images, showing a traditional Mexican lottery whose cards allude to the singer-songwriter and the sentiment he seeks to express in this passionate musical piece. — NATALIA CANO

Luna Luna, “Ven y Ven” (Luna Luna Music)

Texas indie pop band Luna Luna delivers a flavorful cumbia perfect for summer in their new single, “Ven y Ven.” With a contagious, laid-back rhythm, the song speaks of longing for the return of an old lover who seems to be doubting the relationship. “Come, come and give me your love/ Don’t wait anymore/ I’m yours, yours, yours now/ What’s going on,” goes the infectious chorus. — SIGAL RATNER-ARIAS

Diferente Nivel, Carolina Ross, “No Soy Tu Prioridad” (JEM Records)

If there’s a female voice in Mexican music that wraps you with its sweetness, it’s that of Carolina Ross. And on “No Soy Tu Prioridad,” her first collaboration with Diferente Nivel, the singer manages to convey a deep melancholy, as the artists talk about a relationship worn down by a lack of interest. “I prefer you to tell me the truth/ That it tastes like a lie when you say ‘I love you more’/ Because I know it’s an habit that can’t be fixed/ It’s become very clear to me now, I’m not your priority,” Ross and the band’s lead vocalist, Arturo Balderas, sing passionately in this norteño pop ballad driven by guitar, piano, and accordion. The result is an extremely romantic collaboration in regional Mexican music. — TERE AGUILERA

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Ariana Grande just made one fan’s day a bit brighter, with the pop star sending 9-year-old Brie — who is battling cancer — a care package full of Wicked merchandise and R.E.M. Beauty products.

The young listener shared the contents of the gift in a sweet video posted to Instagram on Wednesday (Aug. 6). In the clip, Brie starts off by saying, “Today’s package is the best one yet — it’s from my favorite person in the whole wide world, Ariana Grande.”

Brie goes on to show off the perfume, makeup products and Wicked plushies that the singer-actress wrapped up for her. “Thank you so, so much, Ariana Grande,” Brie says excitedly. “I love everything in the package, especially the Squishmallows!”

As it turns out, Grande’s favorite part of the gift was the same as Brie’s. “Hi, Brie! It’s Ariana,” she says in a clip she filmed just for the little girl, which plays at the end of Brie’s video. “A little birdie told me — your mom told me — that you are a fan of Wicked and of Glinda’s, so I was inspired to put together this little care package for you … My personal favorite part is the Squishmallows.”

“I hope it makes you smile,” the Grammy winner added. “I’ve seen your videos, and I think you are the most amazing and inspiring little light beam in this universe. You’re just so incredible, so thank you for being you. I’m sending you so much love and many, many virtual hugs.”

With help from her mom, Kendra, Brie — who has stage four neuroblastoma — has built a following sharing her journey with followers on social media. Just a few days prior to her post about Grande’s gift, Brie gushed about her love for the Wicked leading lady in an Instagram video, with Kendra writing in the caption, “[Grande’s mom] @joangrande called me yesterday and said that Ariana has seen Brielle’s story, and has put together a package for her.”

“She has such a beautiful heart,” Kendra added of the vocalist at the time. “Brielle was is shock! @arianagrande, Brielle thinks you are SO pretty, and extremely talented. Thank you for taking the time to send her a package, she is absolutely thrilled.”

The sweet gesture comes just a few months ahead of the long-awaited premiere of Wicked: For Good, which hits theaters in November. It will arrive almost exactly one year after the first Wicked came out. The first film earned two Oscars, a No. 2 soundtrack album on the Billboard 200 and upwards of $755 million in worldwide grosses — more than any other film based on a Broadway musical has ever earned before.

Grande is also fresh off of the release of Eternal Sunshine Deluxe: Brighter Days Ahead, the expanded version of her 2024 Billboard 200-topping LP Eternal Sunshine. All five of the added tracks on the deluxe charted on the Billboard Hot 100.

Reneé Rapp earned her first U.K. No. 1 LP with sophomore collection Bite Me on Friday (Aug. 8). 

The pop star and Mean Girl actress first hit the Official Albums Chart in 2023 with Snow Angel, which peaked at No. 7.

Later this year, she’ll embark on the Bite Me Tour with a European leg slated for 2026. Rapp will arrive in the U.K. for a pair of shows in March, headlining Manchester’s AO Arena on March 18, and London’s OVO Arena Wembley the following night.

As Oasis’ Live ‘25 reunion tour rolls into Edinburgh, Scotland, on Friday evening, the band occupies two spots in the top five, and three overall in the top 10. 2010’s singles compilation Time Flies… 1994-2009 finishes at No. 2, 1995’s (What’s the Story) Morning Glory? closes the week at No. 3 and 1994 debut Definitely Maybe lands at No. 6.

The band will play three shows at the Scottish capital’s Murrayfield Stadium in the coming days (Aug. 8, 9, 12). Earlier this week the man who died at one of the Wembley Stadium concerts was named, with fans raising money for his family in a GoFundMe appeal. The Gallagher brothers said in a statement they were “shocked and saddened” by the news.

Alex Warren’s You’ll Be Alright, Kid stays strong as a non-mover at No. 4. The California-born singer-songwriter had a record-breaking streak at the summit of the Official Singles Chart earlier this year, as hit single “Ordinary” ruled for 13 weeks. 

Fleetwood Mac’s 50 Years – Don’t Stop completes the top five (No. 5) and comes hot on the heels of the golden jubilee anniversary of the band’s 1975 self-titled LP, its first featuring vocalists Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks.