Unsung Definition & Meaning

unsung
adjective
  1. not famous or acclaimed; "an obscure family"; "unsung heroes of the war"
  2. having value that is not acknowledged

"Unsung" in song lyrics

See how unsung is used in real songs:

  • "My ink pen abused, used and unsung"
    Bronze Nazareth f/ Immortal, Kevlaar 7 — This Thing of Undying Love
  • "And I'm cool with being underrated or unsung"
    Kam Moye (Supastition) f/ Neenah — Splitting Image
  • "Give me the truth of the words unsung"
    Linkin Park — Until it Breaks

Words that rhyme with unsung

Usage tips for "unsung"

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