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