Blues Definition & Meaning
blues
- noun
- a type of folksong that originated among Black Americans at the beginning of the 20th century; has a melancholy sound from repeated use of blue notes
- a state of depression; "he had a bad case of the blues"
"Blues" in song lyrics
See how blues is used in real songs:
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"make them boys pay dues to catch the table dance blues"
2Phace f/ Slim Thug — Shake Somethin -
"A new arrangement of a great oldie in rhythm and blues"
3rd Bass — Product of the Environment -
"A case of wasted life, inner city blues"
3rd Bass — Come In
Words that rhyme with blues
Usage tips for "blues"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "blues" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for blues to find words that pair well.
Use "blues" in a verse
Now that you know what "blues" means, try using it in your own lyrics:
Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does blues mean?
- a type of folksong that originated among Black Americans at the beginning of the 20th century; has a melancholy sound from repeated use of blue notes a state of depression; "he had a bad case of the blues"
- What part of speech is blues?
- Blues is a noun.
- How many definitions does blues have?
- Blues has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).