275+ Words that rhyme with hey

Hey is a 1-syllable word with 275 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are bray, clay, brae. Single-syllable words are the backbone of rap and poetry — they punch hard at line endings and pair easily with other one-syllable rhymes.

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Examples of "hey" in lyrics

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

  • "That's against the law. You know we got locked up one time already. Hey,"
    2 Live Crew — Strip Club
  • "Hey"
    2 Low f/ Scarface — Funky Lil Brotha
  • "Each one, teach one and keep away the face, hey"
    2nd II None — Stragglaz

What do these rhymes mean?

array
an orderly arrangement; "an array of troops in battle order" an impressive display
brae
a slope or hillside
bray
braying characteristic of donkeys reduce to small pieces or particles by pounding or abrading
clay
a very fine-grained soil that is plastic when moist but hard when fired water soaked soil
dray
a low heavy horse cart without sides; used for haulage

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Frequently asked questions

What rhymes with hey?
Words that rhyme with hey include: bray, clay, brae, dray, array, bay, re, day, fay, fey, and 265 more.
How many syllables does hey have?
Hey has 1 syllable.
How many words rhyme with hey?
There are 275 words that rhyme with hey: 275 perfect rhymes.
What is a good rhyme for hey in a song?
The strongest rhymes for hey in songwriting are bray, clay, brae. 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 hey?
Common, easy-to-use words that rhyme with hey include bray, clay, brae, dray, array. These are grouped by syllable count: 0-syllable: bray, clay; 1-syllable: array, ira; 2-syllable: cabaret, cabriolet. Matching syllable counts helps maintain consistent rhythm in your writing.

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