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Ophelia

Ophelia

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A song title best known as the 2016 single by The Lumineers
  • proper noun
: Ophelia
  • I love the song Ophelia by The Lumineers.

Examples

  • Many fans consider Ophelia to be The Lumineers' most memorable track.

  • She played Ophelia on her guitar, singing along to the familiar melody.

  • The radio station featured Ophelia as their song of the day.

  • Have you heard Ophelia yet?

  • The Lumineers released a popular song called Ophelia in 2016.

  • Many fans of folk music enjoy the haunting melody of Ophelia by The Lumineers.

  • The singer introduced Ophelia as one of their most beloved tracks during the concert.

Surface Forms

Ophelia main

Etymology

Ophelia is often used as a song title because the name is famous from Shakespeare, and the name comes from the Greek root ophel- meaning 'help'. So when musicians use Ophelia they are usually referring to the character or the feelings her story suggests.