Move Over ‘Stayin’ Alive’—Sabrina Carpenter’s Song Is the Ultimate CPR Anthem

 Sabrina Carpenter’s hit song “Please, Please, Please” has unexpectedly become a life-saving tool. Nurses have recently discovered that its rhythm is perfect for performing CPR. 

Released in June 2024, the song has gained attention for its 107 beats per minute tempo, aligning closely with the recommended pace for chest compressions during CPR.

A viral TikTok video featuring three Texas labor and delivery nurses, Julie Watson, Nicole Curry and Alyssa Gonzalez,  using the song during CPR training The nurses confirmed its effectiveness when practicing on training mannequins, which provide real-time feedback on compression speed. 

@nicole_curry_ nurses at the end of the quarter be like: RQI with @Sabrina Carpenter @alyssa gonzales @julie watson #nurse #RQI #nurselife ♬ original sound – Nicole Curry

In an interview with TODAY.com, Gonzalez explained that the song is a, “good reminder that everybody knows. It can help people stay on the beat during CPR until paramedics arrive.”

The American Heart Association even promoted the song as a CPR tool. 

This use of Carpenter’s music underscores how pop culture can intersect with critical health education. The American Heart Association has endorsed the song’s utility, joining other tracks like the Bee Gees’ “Stayin’ Alive” in CPR guidance.