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The Jaime David Podcast – Ep. 10 “Rhyme”
JAIME DAVID:
Hey everyone! Welcome back to The Jaime David Podcast! It’s your host, Jaime David, here to talk about something that’s been on my mind—poetry, and more specifically, the expectation that every poem has to rhyme. In this episode, I am reading a poem I wrote back in December 2019 called Rhyme. It’s a fun one that pushes back against the idea that poetry is all about structure and rules.
Poetry, at its heart, is about the message and the delivery, not just the rhyme scheme. So, let’s dive in and break it down.
[Reading the poem]
Rhyme
You got time?
Wanna hear a rhyme?
Well screw that!
You ain’t getting one!
People always expect a poem to rhyme.
Whenever you hear a poem or a rap,
People always think there’s got to be a rhyme!
It’s wack!
It’s like it’s almost expected of you to write a poem that rhymes.
But the thing is, it’s not about the rhyme.
Not all the time!
Poems won’t always go the way you want them to!
Sometimes there’s rhyme.
Sometimes there’s not.
Sometimes there’s repetition, and sometimes there’s no sense to it!
So don’t get apprehensive if it doesn’t meet your standards!
At the end of the day, it’s not the structure that matters.
It’s about the message.
It’s how it’s delivered.
It can be about anything and flow like a river.
If there’s rhyme, there’s rhyme.
If there’s not, there’s not.
Whatever the case, just take the time and take it all in.
Give it what you got and give it a read.
You might be surprised at what you might see!
JAIME DAVID:
Now, this poem might come across as a bit rebellious, but honestly, that’s kind of the point. We live in a world where there are a lot of rules and expectations, and when it comes to poetry, one of those rules is that it has to rhyme.
But you know what? That’s not true. I wanted to challenge that expectation with this poem. Rhyme is great when it fits, but sometimes it’s not necessary. And sometimes, in fact, the lack of rhyme can be just as powerful, or even more effective.
It’s all about breaking free from the constraints that people put on you and embracing creativity in its purest form. Poems can be messy, they can be free-form, they can repeat, they can be nonsensical, and that’s okay. It’s about what you’re trying to say, not how neatly you package it. The message is what matters most.
Creative Freedom
You’ll notice in the poem, I purposely break the “rules” of poetry. I don’t follow a traditional rhyme scheme. Instead, I’m focused on getting my point across—about how poetry, and even rap, doesn’t have to be restricted to rhyme. Sometimes, it’s about the rhythm, the cadence, the emotion, and the meaning behind the words.
That’s what I really wanted to highlight: the freedom you have to express yourself in a way that feels right to you. Poems can go in any direction they want. They don’t always have to follow the same path. If you’re worried about meeting someone else’s standards for what a poem should be, let that go. Just write. Let it flow.
Encouragement for Writers
For all the writers and poets out there, this is a reminder to keep pushing the boundaries. Don’t be afraid to stray from the formula. You don’t need to follow the rules if it doesn’t suit what you’re trying to create. Trust in your voice, trust in your message, and don’t get bogged down by what others expect.
Whether you’re writing a poem, a song, or just jotting down some thoughts, the important thing is that you’re expressing yourself in a way that feels authentic.
Closing Thoughts
So, the next time you sit down to write, remember this: Don’t stress about whether it rhymes or not. Just let the words come out. Take your time, experiment with structure, and above all, focus on the message you’re trying to deliver. Because in the end, that’s what people will connect with the most.
Thanks again for listening to The Jaime David Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to check out the original blog post for more thoughts and reflections, and I’ll be back soon with another episode. Keep writing, keep creating, and don’t let anyone box you in with their expectations.
[End of episode]

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