TRISTAN TURDEAN TAKES US THROUGH A FIVE-STAGE BREAKUP WITH EMO-POP FIREPOWER ON 5 SONGS TO GET OVER YOU
Breakups suck — and nobody knows that better than Tristan Turdean, the heart behind 5 Songs To Get Over You. This isn’t just another emo-pop EP with a catchy hook and some sad-boy energy. It’s a fully realized, emotionally raw concept album that manages to pack a whole rollercoaster of heartbreak into just five tracks.
Each song represents a different stage of the emotional fallout, and together they tell a story that’s as relatable as it is cathartic. From the first gut-punch to the final breath of acceptance, Tristan brings it all — vulnerability, grit, and just enough chaos to keep your heart racing. Let’s dig in:
“Remind Me When You Return” kicks off 5 Songs To Get Over You with an explosive emotional punch. What starts as a deceptively mellow, almost southwestern-tinged intro quickly erupts into a full-blown alt-emo anthem — a sonic transformation that feels both unexpected and earned. The guitars are feverish, the drums hit like they’ve got something to prove, and the lyrics? They’ll wreck you in the best way. Fans of early Panic! At the Disco or The Academy Is… will feel right at home, but there’s something uniquely fresh happening here, too. As the opening track of a concept album centered on the stages of heartbreak, “Remind Me When You Return” taps into denial, and Tristan delivers it with everything he’s got. It’s bold, cathartic, and undeniably memorable. If this is how the journey starts, buckle up. This album is going to be something special.
“E-Girl” kicks off with a stripped-down acoustic guitar and Tristan’s well-established, emotionally raw vocals. “I’m lost, I’m ruined, by an e-girl,” he sings — a line that feels like both a confession and a warning. We’re guessing this is a nod to the modern-day emo archetype: the e-girl as muse, menace, and emotional wrecking ball. As soon as the track settles in, it shifts — Tristan builds out a ridiculously catchy melody that hits straight in the feels and sinks deep into every emo kid’s core. Around the halfway mark, there’s a surprising spoken word section. At first, it feels a little out of left field, but give it a second — it sticks, and it adds an unexpected layer of character to the song. The chorus? Undeniably catchy AF. Good luck getting it out of your head. And by the end of it, you might swear off e-girls for good.
“Tell Me That You Love Me Too” is the third track on the 5 Songs To Get Over You EP — and easily one of the standouts. With a distinct 80s flair woven into its emo-pop-rock DNA, the song manages to be both nostalgic and fresh at the same time. And yes — the chorus is, once again, ridiculously catchy. Built around the theme of bargaining, the lyrics hit hard in their repetition: “Tell me that you love me too, oh, tell me that you love me too.” It’s desperate, direct, and painfully relatable — exactly what this stage of heartbreak should sound like. Tristan also throws in a rap verse, and honestly? He goes off. It’s unexpected, but it works — adding texture and swagger without pulling the song off course. Fans of MGK’s pop-punk era (yeah, that one) will eat this up — and there’s a good chance it’ll become someone’s new playlist favorite.
“Miss U” takes a step back and slows the tempo, giving listeners a moment to breathe — but when you think you’re in for a somber ballad, the track kicks into high gear. It all shifts with a classic, perfectly placed guitar pick slide that signals the chaos to come. From there, the drums slap hard, the guitars rip with purpose, and Tristan once again shines in the spotlight. His vocals are raw, melodic, and insanely singable — this one will have the whole crowd yelling along without hesitation. The theme here is depression, and it’s evident in the lyrics and tone. But rather than dwell in it, the song charges forward, cathartic, fast, and full of fire. It’s quick, it’s loud, and it’s built for the pit.
“Leave You in the Past” closes out 5 Songs To Get Over You with a sense of finality and reflection — a full-circle moment that subtly mirrors the energy and tone of the opening track. It’s a slow burn, but it hits where it needs to. Lyrically, it’s all about what the title promises: the bittersweet act of letting go. The theme of acceptance is clear and intentional, making this song the emotional resolution of the EP’s heartbreak arc. While it’s a slower tempo for a closing track, that creative choice feels earned and well-executed. It gives the listener space to process, reflect, and perhaps even take a breath. And with its anthemic chorus and emotionally resonant lyrics, it’s a sing-along waiting to happen. As far as endings go, this one wraps the journey up beautifully — not just the song, but the whole album.
With 5 Songs To Get Over You, Tristan doesn't just walk us through heartbreak — he drags us through every messy, melodic, and emotionally charged stage of it. From denial to acceptance, the EP delivers a whole emotional arc wrapped in emo-pop hooks, raw lyricism, and genre-blurring experimentation that never feels forced. Each track has its personality, but together they form a cohesive, cathartic narrative that feels both deeply personal and universally relatable.
It’s rare to find a concept album this compact that still feels complete, but this one does. It’s a breakup in five acts, and it hits like a playlist built for crying, healing, and maybe even screaming in the car at 2 a.m.
Whether you’re going through it or just reminiscing on the ones that got away, 5 Songs To Get Over You is the soundtrack to emotional survival — sharp, honest, and completely unskippable.