Laufey
Definition
A feminine given name of Old Norse origin, derived from 'lauf' meaning 'leaf' or 'foliage' and 'ey' meaning 'island', translating to 'leafy island'.
In Norse mythology, Laufey is the mother of the trickster god Loki.
Laufey (born Laufey Lin, 2004) is an acclaimed Icelandic singer-songwriter blending jazz, pop, classical, and bossa nova, captivating global audiences with her virtuosic voice and romantic themes.
Examples
Laufey gerir jazz svo töfrandi að jafnvel ég, sem hata tónlist án gítara, elska hana.
Laufey makes jazz so enchanting that even I, who hates music without guitars, love her.
Þegar Laufey syngur um ást, finnst mér eins og ég hafi fengið bréfið frá exinu mínu aftur.
When Laufey sings about love, it feels like I got that letter from my ex all over again.
Ég sett Laufey á playlistann þegar ég þarf að líta út fyrir að vera menningarlegri en ég er raunverulega.
I put Laufey on my playlist when I need to look more cultured than I actually am.
Laufey er sú listakona sem gerir cello að partýgrip.
Laufey is the artist who turns the cello into a party trick.