Music icon Taylor Swift, the undisputed Queen of Pop, has left an indelible mark on the industry. Although irreplaceable, the Grammy-winning singer has spawned a new generation of talent, with Sabrina Carpenter emerging as a notable protégée. As the duo has been portrayed as a dynamic duo in the industry, rumors have it that the Carpenter is being eyed as the ultimate Swift replacement in upcoming years. But did Carpenter truly embody the Swift legacy? American singer and songwriter Azealia Banks is here to narrow it down. 

With Carpenter being pegged as a potential heir apparent, the answer was far from certain that the singer has successfully established herself as Taylor Swift 2.0. 

As reported by Pop Crave on its official X handle, Azealia Banks accused the music industry of plotting against Taylor Swift, stating that Sabrina Carpenter was being groomed as a replacement. Banks believed the industry was preparing for Swift's "destruction/disposal", citing Scooter Braun and others' alleged hatred for the superstar's re-released albums. Braun "and all them dudes are evil as hell," commented the singer in a long rant. 

Following her bold move, Azealia Banks claimed Scooter Braun and others sought legal loopholes to sue Swift into poverty or imprisonment. The outspoken singer-songwriter's comments sparked a heated debate, with fans and industry insiders weighing in on the potential implications for Swift's career. 

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The drama unfolded as Banks' words shed light on the cutthroat nature of the music industry.

Despite the industry's attempts to pit them against each other, Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter have consistently shown love and respect for one another. Swift has frequently included the 'Espresso' singer in her high-profile events, and the younger singer has expressed gratitude and admiration for the superstar.

Sabrina Carpenter has also stood up for Taylor Swift, slamming critics and showing her support. The two singers' mutual admiration has been a breath of fresh air in the often cutthroat music industry. Their bond has stood witness to the power of female solidarity, amidst Hollywood’s nasty competition and fans have appreciated their willingness to lift each other rather than tear each other down.

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What is your take on the question? Do you believe Sabrina Carpenter is the next Taylor Swift?