What is another word for torch song?
Pronunciation: [tˈɔːt͡ʃ sˈɒŋ] (IPA) 
A torch song is a style of music that originated in the 1930s, characterized by its melancholic lyrics with themes of unrequited love, heartbreak, and longing. There are many synonyms for the term 'torch song', including ballads, love songs, heart-wrenching tunes, slow melodies, tear-jerkers, melancholic music, romantic songs, and sentimental tunes. Torch songs often evoke emotions and can leave listeners feeling nostalgic or longing for a lost love. Regardless of what you call them, these types of songs tend to have a special place in many music lovers' hearts, with their haunting melodies and emotional lyrics making them timeless classics.
