Avery Cochrane drops emotionally honest new single ‘Griever’
Avery Cochrane
Avery Cochrane’s new single, ‘Griever’, explores that uncomfortable moment when we unexpectedly run into someone from our past who left an open wound and turns it into an alt-pop track that is as catchy as it is emotionally precise. From the very first verse, the song moves between the lightness of pop and a contained anger that doesn’t need to be dramatized to feel real.
Musically, ‘Griever’ relies on a clear and effective structure. It’s an upbeat track with polished production that invites movement and sing-alongs, even when what’s being said isn’t kind or nostalgic. The song conveys a sense of tension that builds with energy, while the lyrics linger on feelings of emotional exhaustion. That contrast makes the experience feel more honest, as the song trusts its rhythm and narrative clarity.
The lyrics work like a list of emotional collateral damage. Lines such as “3 years gone, but I’m 10 years weaker” or “I’m crying in the theater” are direct images that anyone can recognize. Avery writes from the concrete, describing lost jobs, inverted roles, and broken admiration. The result is an authentic portrait of grief that is never explicitly named but is felt in every repetition of the chorus.
This release arrives after the impact of ‘Shapeshifting on a Saturday Night’, the single that landed her on key playlists like Spotify’s Best of Fresh Finds Pop 2025 and surpassed 15 million views on TikTok. ‘Griever’ doesn’t try to replicate that winning formula, but it does confirm a clear through line. She focuses on creating accessible songs with immediate hooks that don’t sacrifice emotional depth to function within today’s pop ecosystem.
Avery Cochrane’s growth is also evident beyond the studio. Her appearances on stages like Bumbershoot, sharing lineups with artists such as Weezer, Tennis, Sylvan Esso and former FAULT cover star Janelle Monáe, along with opening shows for AJR and her upcoming performance at SXSW, reinforce the idea of an artist who connects just as strongly live as she does on record.
‘Griever’ solidifies Avery as a voice that understands pop not only as entertainment but as a space to process uncomfortable experiences without solemnity. On the eve of her upcoming EP, this single makes it clear that her strength lies in saying what hurts through melodies that linger. It’s not a song about closure or forgiveness; it’s a song of recognition and catharsis.