Do poems have to rhyme?
Not really, no.
But it can be kind of nice
When they do.
It can add a bit of flair
To the words on the page.
And it can make it feel more like a song,
Which is always great.
But if it doesn’t rhyme,
That doesn’t mean it’s wrong.
There’s beauty in all types of verse,
Whether it rhymes or not.
It Should Sound Right
Do poems have to rhyme?
Some people say that they do,
But I don’t think that’s true.
It’s all about how the words feel,
Not whether they rhyme or not.
If it sounds good in your head,
Then go ahead and write it down.
It doesn’t matter if it rhymes,
Just as long as it sounds right.
It’s Not Like It’s The Law
Do poems have to rhyme?
Why do people always ask?
It’s not like it’s a law
That rhyming is a must.
Some poets do prefer to rhyme
But it’s not like they’re cursed
If they don’t happen to find
A word that falls in line.
Some of the best poetry out there
Doesn’t follow any set rules
So if you’re feeling brave
And want to try it yourself,
go ahead and just let loose
The rhythm will come as you write
And before you know it, you’ll be fine
Your poem will have flow.
Some People Seem To Think So
Do poems have to rhyme?
Some people seem to think so
But I don’t believe that it’s a must
It can help give the poem balance
But if it doesn’t rhyme, it still stands
Some of the best poems out there
Don’t necessarily follow this rule
They flow and read perfectly well
Without needing Rhyme as their tool
So if you’re feeling pressure to fit in
And make all your poems rhyme
Just relax, and let yourself be free
And you’ll find your poems will be much better.
Some Say That It Is The Key
Do poems have to rhyme?
Some say that it is key
To make the poem flow and sound right
But does it really matter in the end?
Or is it just a tool we use to make it better?
Some writers seem to think that it’s important
While others could care less
It all depends on what you’re trying to do
If you’re looking to impart a feeling
Then making your words sound pretty is the goal
But if you just want to tell a story
Rhythm and rhyme are not always necessary.
There Are Other Ways To Write
Do poems have to rhyme?
Yes, that is the tradition
But not all poems need to rhyme
There are other ways to write
A poem’s meter and its line design
Can give it power and make it shine
If you feel like your poem needs to rhyme
By all means, go ahead and try
But if it doesn’t come out that way
It doesn’t mean your poem isn’t fine.
No Set Rule
There’s no set rule that poems have to rhyme,
But it often can make them sound more smooth.
Some poets choose to stick to rhyme schemes,
While others go with the flow and let their words spill.
Either way can be effective in creating something special,
But it all depends on how well it’s done.
What Makes A Poem Good?
No one can say for sure
What makes a poem “good”
Some people love poems that rhyme
Others couldn’t care less about the time
There are some who believe that all poems must rhyme
While others think it’s just fine
Not every poem has to have a refrain
Or follow any specific rule or design
There’s no right or wrong answer here
What makes a poem great is up to you
So don’t be afraid to experiment and try new things
And don’t be discouraged if your poems don’t always rhyme.
Let It Sing
No, poems don’t have to rhyme
But it can add an extra layer of beauty
When the right words fit together perfectly
Like a puzzle, coming together flawlessly
Rhymes can give your poem a cadence
Making it flow off the tongue like music
But if it doesn’t rhyme, that’s okay too
Your poem is still your own unique creation
So don’t be afraid to experiment and try new things
Make your poem your own and let it sing!
Go With The Flow
Do poems have to rhyme?
Yes, that’s the way they often sound the best
But sometimes, you might find one that doesn’t quite fit
It doesn’t mean it’s not a good poem
There’s no need to worry, no need to fret
Just go with the flow and let it be
If it feels right, then let it come out that way
And if it doesn’t rhyme, so what?
It’s still a poem, and it can be just as beautiful
Don’t be afraid to let your creativity flow
And experiment with different forms and styles
The most important thing is to have fun
And write from within.
A Gimmick?
Do poems have to rhyme?
People seem to think so,
but I cannot see why.
It’s not like it makes them better,
nor does it make them worse.
Rhyming just seems like a gimmick,
an easy way out,
to make a poem seem more polished,
more complete.
But if it’s not forced,
and if the words come naturally,
then who cares if it rhymes or not?
It’s the meaning that counts,
not the meter.
I love poems. They remind me of my grandmother growing up. She would have those poems that rhyme and they always sounded great. So for me, I would like to hear a bit of rhyme or some soul beat to it:) Thank you for this article.
Hi Angee,
Yes, some of my favourites are the ones that rhyme, but I do like free verse as well.
All the best,
Julia
I personally enjoy reading both types of poetry.
I sometimes like my poems to rhyme and other times I don’t. It really depends on the subject matter and what sort of impact it has. Rhyming poems can be fun and musical. Writing poems that rhyme can help create a concise, memorable piece that’s easy for the reader to follow along or remembered more easily for its cadence and meter.
On the other hand, non-rhyming poems can be more contemplative and thought-provoking. However, it can be difficult to force words into a rhyming scheme, and some argue that it can result in unnatural-sounding language.
Nevertheless, I enjoy both- poems that rhymes and free verses cos they are both art.
Cheers,
Femi.
Thank you Femi!
I think that you are absolutely right.
They both have their place.
All the best,
Julia
What beautiful poems! It obviously doesn’t matter that they don’t all rhyme.
It reminds me of two things:
1) Me studying literature a while ago … and
2) Me writing poems as a kid. Maybe I should dedicate some time to this old passion of mine
Thank you for letting us see what resources you use
Hi Kat,
Thank you for your comments.
I am glad you found the resources page useful – https://shortpoems.net/resources