Words that rhyme with states

States is a 2-syllable word with 57 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are rates, straits, nates. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Examples of "states" in lyrics

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

  • "Lil' Joe turned us loose in the United States"
    2 Live Crew — 2 Live is Here
  • "Been gelling since my youth states"
    60 Second Assassin f/ Phillie, Prodigal Sunn — Love Burns
  • "To have a car and a woman in a couple of states"
    69 Boyz — Survival of Da Fittest

What do these rhymes mean?

gates
United States computer entrepreneur whose software company made him the youngest multi-billionaire in the history of
mates
a pair of people who live together; "a married couple from Chicago"
nates
the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on; "he deserves a good kick in the butt
rates
a local tax on property (usually used in the plural)
straits
a bad or difficult situation or state of affairs a difficult juncture; "a pretty pass

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "states" has 2 syllables, try matching it with words of similar length for a balanced meter. Multi-syllable rhymes often sound more sophisticated than single-syllable pairs.

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