The most famous Valentine’s Day rhyme is of course, Roses are Red… There are many different versions but the romantic rhyme below never goes out of style. Here are the best Valentine’s Day rhymes, some traditional and some contemporary.
Romantic Valentine’s Day Rhymes
Throughout the world, we celebrate Valentine’s Day and romantic love on February 14 each year. It is thought that Valentine’s Day may be linked to the ancient Roman festival, Lupercalia.
Valentine’s Day is also associated with the Christian martyr, Valentine of Rome who according to legend was persecuted for performing forbidden marriage ceremonies. He was sentenced to death and wrote a note to the judge’s daughter whom he had healed, with his last words being “Valentines Day:“.
Short Valentine’s Day Rhymes
A version of the iconic Valentine’s Day poem, Roses are Red, can be found in a collection of British nursery rhymes from 1784. This version is:
The rose is red, the violet’s blue,
The honey’s sweet, and so are you.
The famous English poem The Faerie Queene written by Edmund Spenser, which dates back to 1590, contains the line:
She bath’d with roses red, and violets blew,
In the forest grew all the most beautiful flowers.
The modern-day version of this classic Valentine verse:
Roses are red
Violets are blue
Sugar is sweet
You are also a member of the club
Funny Valentine’s Day Poem
How about this for a cheeky variant, or write your own one Valentine’s rhyme for your loved one, it’s easier than you think.
Roses are red
Violets are blue.
Cashews nuts are also known as cashews.
You are also a member of the club
Long standing sweethearts should identify with this simple Valentine’s Day rhyme:
You are still loved, and you will always be.
Here’s another of our favourite love verses:
If i were a cabbage I’d split myself in two,
I’d give the leaves to anyone,
but the heart I’d give to you
If you’re trying to win someone’s heart, this short love rhyme should resonate with you:
I don’t want to be your favorite or your best.
I only want you.
For those who are bursting with affection, here’s the perfect Valentine’s verse:
The hundred hearts that we have would be insufficient
Carry all my love to you
Traditional Valentine’s Day Rhymes
How Do I love Thee is a more traditional poem. Elizabeth Barrett Browning’s Sonnet 43 is one of her most romantic rhymes. Elizabeth Barrett Browning, a talented poet who was born in 1806 wrote her first epic at age 12.
She continued to write poetry despite a tyrannical dad, lung disease, and spinal injury. She fought against child labour and slavery.
Elizabeth and Robert Browning eloped in Florence, Italy in 1846. Her Portuguese SonnetsThey were dedicated to Robert in 1850. This is Elizabeth’s famous sonnet, now one of the most popular Valentine poems.
How can I tell you that I love You? How do I love you?
I love you to the depth, breadth and height
Feeling out of sight is not a barrier to my soul
The end of Being, and the ideal Grace.
I love thee to the level of every day’s
Sun and candlelight can provide the quietest of needs.
As men strive to do Right, I love you freely.
I love you as they turn their backs on Praise.
I love to be passionate about what I do
In my old griefs, and with my childhood’s faith.
I love thee in a way I thought I had lost.
With my lost saints, — I love thee with the breath, All my life, smiles and tears! — and, if God choose,
After death, I will love you more.
This short romantic poem is ideal for lovers who love the outdoors.
The forest is a dark place
In a tree carved
3 Little Words
I love you
The famous Scottish poet, Robert Burns, created A Red, Red Rose in 1794 but it’s still charming today. It was originally a song but is now used as a poetry:
O my Luve’s like a red, red rose,
That’s newly sprung in June:
O my Luve’s like the melodie,
That’s sweetly play’d in tune.
As fair art thou, my bonie lass,
So deep in luve am I;
You will always be in my heart, my love.
Till a’ the seas gang dry.
Till a’ the seas gang dry, my dear,
And the rocks melt wi’ the sun;
And I will luve thee still, my dear,
While the sands o’ life shall run.
Then farewell, my one and only Luve.
And good-bye for now!
You can count on me, Luve.
Tho’ ’twere ten thousand mile!
Lord Byron was a famous Romantic poet who wrote She Walks in Beauty in1814. The poem was allegedly inspired by Anne Beatrix Wilmot. He met her at a party, and she married his first cousin.
She is beautiful as the night.
The stars and the clouds are in a cloudless sky.
And all that’s best of dark and bright
You will be able to see her from her perspective and her eyes.
The light has mellowed.
The gaudy day of heaven denies the existence of God.
One shade more, one ray less
Half impaired the nameless Grace
Who waves in every raven’s tress?
Or softly lightens o’er her face;
Thoughts that are sweet and serene
How beautiful and pure their home.
And on that cheek, and o’er that brow,
So soft, so calm, yet eloquent,
The tints of the smiles that shine,
You can tell me of the good days that you have spent.
The mind at peace below.
The heart that loves innocently!
Valentine’s Rhyme For a Good Friends
Here is a charming Valentine’s Day poem for your best friend:
A real friendship is like Valentine.
Your lives are interwoven in a way that is not uncommon.
It matures as fine wine.
It feels like a ray or sunshine!
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Cute Valentine’s Day Poems
These Valentine’s poems are the perfect way to tell someone that you care.
Darling Valentine, oh my sweetest love,
Your beauty is like a beacon in the sky;
Your lips are so perfect, they’re so soft.
Your name will always be adorned in my heart.
I am grateful to the heavens on this day of love.
Thank you for your beautiful gift of love.
You have filled my heart and soul with divine joy.
It’s fate that we are forever intertwined.
You are my love, my darling Valentine. I live my life with you in every moment.
An emotion that will never fade away.
We will always stay together.
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You have my dream, and I will share it with you.
The love that I feel is always true.
For at your feet, I lay my heart;
We will never part as we embrace life with each other.
I can remember that day when we crossed paths;
It was a bond that never dissolved.
The air was filled with a beautiful spark;
We both knew this was something very rare.
Your smile shone like a brilliant star in the night sky;
I was enchanted by your laughter.
We will be there, wherever we go, and whatever we decide to do
You will always be in my heart.
We’ll encounter happy days and sad ones too;
You are the only one who can share my dreams.
We’ll journey across seas, high and low;
Together we’ll always grow.
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My dearest love, my heart so true,
I dream of the world where it’s just me and you.
We are a team.
All the rest is a dream.
Your smiling face is a sight to behold.
I feel a warmth deep within me.
It grows with every passing day.
The love we have for each other will never fade.
On Valentine’s Day our hearts will beat as one,
We celebrate what we have started.
Our love is so beautiful.
This softly illuminates night.
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Valentine’s Day Poems for Kids
These kids’ Valentine poems are a great way of saying that you care.
Valentine’s Day is here, hooray!
Let’s spread love in every way
Sending you cards, hugs, and sweet treats
We’ll make this day so warm and bright.
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Cards and candies are oh, so sweet
It’s hard to match our friendship!
Let’s celebrate Valentine’s Day with joy and glee
For you’re as special as can be!
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London Valentine Rhyme
And finally, this is a Valentine’s rhyme that we created for London. London is a city that can be both exasperating and thrilling.
This Valentine’s Day rhyming poem celebrates our special relationship with London.
London, you are our favorite on sunny days
Also for your colourful ways
We love it when you’re feeling pretty
And when you’re more nitty gritty
We can’t resist your green spaces
Amazing historical sites
Your hidden gems are a real treasure to us
The Thames offers many opportunities for walks.
We love your vibrant dining scene
And that you’re home to the Queen
Even in the rain, we love you
Even though your transport may be a hassle😉
We’ve tried to leave you many times
Yet we’d sadly miss Big Ben’s chimes
So, London is here to stay
Have a fabulous Valentine’s Day!
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In Conclusion: Valentine’s Day Rhymes
We hope that these Valentine’s Day rhymes have been a little bit of inspiration for you as we head into this romantic holiday. From the sweet to the sassy, these sayings are sure to have something that will appeal to your love’s personality and make them feel loved all year long! Happy Valentine’s Day!
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