Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
torch-song
noun
/tɔːrtʃ sɔːŋ/
Definition
A torch song is a sentimental love song, typically expressing unrequited love or longing.
Examples
- Her latest album features a moving torch song that perfectly captures her feelings of lost love.
- He sang a classic torch song that brought tears to the audience’s eyes.
- The artist is known for her powerful torch songs that resonate with anyone who’s experienced heartache.
Meaning
The term refers to a type of song that conveys deep emotional feelings, often associated with heartbreak or yearning for someone who may not feel the same way.
Synonyms
- Ballad
- Love song
- Melodrama
- Dirge