When it comes to breakup songs, the typical tropes of heartbreak and longing tend to dominate. But Sophia Kaloustian has chosen a different path with “Used To Breathe,” a song that goes beyond the conventional themes of missed love and lingering sorrow. Instead, Kaloustian offers a fresh perspective on what it means to lose someone not in the traditional sense, but in the way that their absence transforms the very essence of your life. This is a song about loss, yes, but it's also about growth, self-discovery, and the process of reclaiming one's own breath.
From the first note, “Used To Breathe” takes you on a journey of both emotional depth and sonic complexity. Kaloustian’s signature mix of indie-pop and cinematic soundscapes creates a powerful backdrop for her soulful and dynamic vocals. The instrumentation subtly builds, as if mirroring the process of reinvention and personal strength. There’s a feeling of weight lifting throughout the track, as though Kaloustian is shedding old skins and embracing her newfound freedom, all while still grappling with the emotional remnants of a relationship that once defined so much of her life.
What makes “Used To Breathe” truly stand out is its exploration of emotional space. Most breakup songs focus on the pain of separation, but Kaloustian takes the uncharted route of examining the absence itself. “I’m missing the space these relationships used to take up,” she reflects, highlighting the challenge of adjusting to a life no longer shared with someone who was once a cornerstone of your existence. The song reflects the sometimes unspoken grief of losing the person, not because they are gone, but because everything they once represented is now shifting, leaving an emptiness that’s not just emotional, but existential.
The track’s lyrics are stunning in their simplicity, yet they strike with incredible force. Kaloustian taps into the universal human experience of learning to live without someone who was once integral to your daily life. Her line, “Now I’m learning how to breathe on my own,” encapsulates the overarching theme of independence and self-restoration. It’s a moment of painful yet empowering realization, as if Sophia is reminding us all that we can, and will, breathe again—this time without relying on anyone else to give us air.
Sophia Kaloustian has crafted a masterful piece with “Used To Breathe.” It’s a song that resonates on a deeply personal level while offering universal truths about growth and self-reflection. Rather than fitting into the expected mold of a breakup song, Kaloustian’s newest release pushes boundaries and redefines what it means to move on. It’s a celebration of strength, self-awareness, and ultimately, the power of reclaiming your space and your breath. With “Used To Breathe,” Sophia has proven once again that she is an artist whose voice is as distinct as her ability to write songs that challenge, uplift, and resonate deeply.
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