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161+ Words that rhyme with blues

Blues is a 1-syllable word with 161 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are use, fuse, muse. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

Definition of blues

noun
  1. 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
  2. a state of depression; "he had a bad case of the blues"

1 syllable

2 syllables

Examples of "blues" in lyrics

See how blues is used at the end of a line in songs:

  • "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

What do these rhymes mean?

fuse
an electrical device that can interrupt the flow of electrical current when it is overloaded any igniter that is used
muse
in ancient Greek mythology any of 9 daughters of Zeus and Mnemosyne
news
information about recent and important events
ooze
any thick, viscous matter the process of seeping pass gradually or leak through or as if through small openings release
use
the act of using; "he warned against the use of narcotic drugs

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

When using "blues" in your lyrics, consider mixing perfect rhymes with near rhymes (slant rhymes) for a more natural flow. Perfect rhymes like use, fuse, muse create a satisfying resolution, while slant rhymes add variety and keep listeners engaged.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with blues?
Words that rhyme with blues include: use, fuse, muse, news, ooze, ruse, choose, snooze, hughes, schmooze, and 151 more.
How many syllables does blues have?
Blues has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with blues?
There are 161 words that rhyme with blues: 161 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for blues in a song?
The strongest rhymes for blues in songwriting are use, fuse, muse. These are perfect rhymes that share identical ending sounds, creating a satisfying resolution at line endings. For a more subtle effect, try slant rhymes — they add variety without the predictability of exact rhymes.
What are easy words that rhyme with blues?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with blues include use, fuse, muse, news, ooze. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: use, fuse; 1-syllable: hughes, amuse; 2-syllable: overuse, disabuse. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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