Combining End Rhymes and Internal Rhymes
Integrated Rhyming - Objective: Combine end rhymes and internal rhymes in one exercise.
Exercise: Write a verse that includes both end rhymes and internal rhymes. Set a theme or topic for added challenge. Example: "I hustle in the day, never stray, on my way / To the top where I pop and the beats drop, I slay."
WRITE A 16 BAR VERSE WITH BOTH END AND INTERNAL RHYMES.
Lyric Revision - Objective: Improve existing lyrics with internal rhymes.
Exercise: Take a simple verse and revise it to include internal rhymes without losing the original meaning. Example: Original: "I'm on the grind, every single day." Revised: "I'm on the grind, every single day, making hay, finding my way."
TAKE A SIMPLE VERSE AND REVISE IT WITH INTENERALS
RAP MASTERCLASS
Online Live Practice Sessions for Subscribed Students -
Wednesdays 3pm and 7pm PST on IG LIVE
Writing Sessions - Objective: Regular practice of writing lyrics.
Exercise: Dedicate time each day for the artist to write lyrics focusing on end rhymes and internal rhymes. Review and critique the work to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
Group Workshops - Objective: Collaborative learning and feedback.
Exercise: Organize sessions where artists can share their lyrics, freestyle together, and provide constructive feedback to each other, emphasizing rhyme schemes.
By regularly practicing these exercises, an artist can develop a keen sense of both end rhymes and internal rhymes, enhancing their overall lyrical ability and creative expression.
Multisyllabic Rhymes Examples
Elevation - Celebration
Inspiration - Dedication
Revolution - Constitution
Motivation - Innovation
Conversation - Destination
Steps to Improve Multisyllabic Rhyming Skills
Study and Analyze
Listen to Multisyllabic Rhymes: Focus on songs by artists known for their multisyllabic rhyme schemes (e.g., Eminem, Big Pun, Rakim). Pay attention to how they construct their rhymes and the syllable patterns they use.
Read Lyrics: Study the written lyrics of these artists to see how multisyllabic rhymes are integrated into their verses. Watch the video.
Syllable Matching Practice - Break Down Words: Practice breaking down words into their syllable components. For example, "elevation" breaks down into "el-e-va-tion" (four syllables). Find Rhymes: For each word, find other words or phrases that match the syllable count and pattern. Use online rhyming dictionaries or apps to help with this.
Writing Exercises - Daily Practice: Write a few lines every day incorporating multisyllabic rhymes. Focus on maintaining the same syllable pattern throughout the lines.
BREAKDOWN 6 WORDS AS DESCRIBED ABOVE.
Topic-Based Rhymes: Choose a topic and write about it using only multisyllabic rhymes. This helps to stay focused and enhances creativity within constraints. MOST RELEVANT TOPICS TO MONETIZE YOUR WORK - Women, Fashion, Money, Drinking, Dancing, Smoking, Shopping, Hustling, etc.
Write a verse using only multi-syllable rhymes on a topic mentioned here.
Rhyme Chains: Create chains of multisyllabic rhymes. Start with a base word and continuously add rhyming words or phrases to build longer chains.
Let's start with the base word "elevation" and build a chain of multisyllabic rhymes:
Elevation
Celebration
Revelation
Innovation
Exclamation
Meditation
Transformation
Communication
Imagination
Acceleration
Disorientation
Regeneration
Rehabilitation
Anticipation
Configuration
START WITH YOUR OWN MULTI SYLLABLE BASE WORD AND CREATE A LIST AND YOUR VERSE.
Freestyling
Freestyle Sessions: Set aside time to freestyle rap, specifically aiming to include multisyllabic rhymes. Record these sessions to review and identify areas for improvement. Rapchat is a great resource to use for this.
Peer Feedback and Collaboration
RAP MASTERCLASS
Online Live Practice Sessions for Subscribed Students -
Wednesdays 3pm and 7pm PST on IG LIVE
Pick from one of the 3 Excercises below and be ready to collab or share.
Share and Review: Share your written verses and freestyles with peers or mentors. Constructive feedback can highlight strengths and suggest improvements.
Collaborative Writing: Work with other artists to co-write verses focusing on multisyllabic rhymes. Collaboration can bring new perspectives and ideas.
3 Practical Exercises
#1 Rhyme Expansion
Start with a Word: Choose a multisyllabic word, such as "innovation." Create a List: Write down as many rhyming words or phrases as possible (e.g., "dedication," "celebration," "navigation"). Build Sentences: Form sentences or lines incorporating these rhyming words. Example: "My innovation leads to constant dedication / Every move a celebration, like a navigation." #2 Rhyme Pattern Practice
Pick a Pattern: Choose a specific syllable pattern (e.g., AABB, ABAB). Write Verses: Create verses adhering to the chosen pattern, ensuring that each rhyming pair matches in syllable count and stress. Example (AABB): "With every step, I rise in elevation / Fuel my mind with a strong dedication / Success in sight, it’s my motivation / Innovate the game with new innovation." #3 Timed Writing
Set a Timer: Allocate a short time frame (e.g., 5-10 minutes). Write Continuously: Write continuously within this period, focusing on using multisyllabic rhymes. This helps to develop fluency and reduces overthinking.
In short, Evernote is a cloud-based word processor that is perfect for rappers writing rhymes along with any other creative ideas one may have. If you’re at the grocery store and out of nowhere an awesome hook drops into your brain you can quickly record your vocals within Evernote.
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