152+ Words that rhyme with contraband

Contraband is a 3-syllable word with 152 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are understand, grand, band. Multi-syllable rhymes sound more sophisticated — they're a hallmark of skilled lyricists and create complex rhythmic patterns.

Definition of contraband

adjective
  1. distributed or sold illicitly; "the black economy pays no taxes"
noun
  1. goods whose importation or exportation or possession is prohibited by law

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Examples of "contraband" in lyrics

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

  • "Cut records like Kay Slay, I'm like Riker's Island contraband"
    9th Prince — Just in Case
  • "Never take the stand, my pen and pad is contraband"
    9th Prince — Just in Case
  • "Runnin' from police in Wu vans, stash the contraband"
    Black Knights — Killa 4 Life

What do these rhymes mean?

band
an unofficial association of people or groups; "the smart set goes there
grand
of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope; "an expansive lifestyle"; "in the grand manner
land
the land on which real estate is located
sand
a loose material consisting of grains of rock or coral French writer known for works concerning women's rights and
understand
know and comprehend the nature or meaning of; "She did not understand her husband

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "contraband" has 3 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with contraband?
Words that rhyme with contraband include: understand, grand, band, land, sand, bland, brand, banned, demand, command, and 142 more.
How many syllables does contraband have?
Contraband has 3 syllables.
How many words rhyme with contraband?
There are 152 words that rhyme with contraband: 152 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for contraband in a song?
The strongest rhymes for contraband in songwriting are understand, grand, band. 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 contraband?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with contraband include understand, grand, band, land, sand. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: grand, band; 1-syllable: banned, demand; 2-syllable: understand, wonderland. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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