Words that rhyme with yourself

Yourself is a 2-syllable word with 26 perfect rhymes. The most popular rhymes are bookshelf, elf, pelf. This word appears in songs across our database, making it a versatile choice for songwriters and poets.

Examples of "yourself" in lyrics

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

  • "Don't hurt yourself or exert yourself"
    2 Live Crew — Do the Bart
  • "You can do the Bart all by yourself"
    2 Live Crew — Do the Bart
  • "If not for anyone for yourself"
    2 Live Crew — Revelation

What do these rhymes mean?

bookshelf
a shelf on which to keep books
elf
(folklore) fairies that are somewhat mischievous below 3 kilohertz
pelf
informal terms for money
self
(used as a combining form) relating to--of or by or to or from or for--the self; "self-knowledge"; "self- proclaimed
shelf
a support that consists of a horizontal surface for holding objects a projecting ridge on a mountain or submerged under

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Rhyming tips for songwriters

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

Since "yourself" 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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