Does any one know what the poet means by these lines in this poem?
"Storm clouds are gathering
The wind is gonna blow
The race of man is suffering
And I can hear the moan,"
Thank you :)
Alone
Lying, thinking
Last night
How to find my soul a home
Where water is not thirsty
And bread loaf is not stone
I came up with one thing
And I don't believe I'm wrong
That nobody,
But nobody
Can make it out here alone.
Alone, all alone
Nobody, but nobody
Can make it out here alone.
There are some millionaires
With money they can't use
Their wives run round like banshees
Their children sing the blues
They've got expensive doctors
To cure their hearts of stone.
But nobody
No, nobody
Can make it out here alone.
Alone, all alone
Nobody, but nobody
Can make it out here alone.
Now if you listen closely
I'll tell you what I know
Storm clouds are gathering
The wind is gonna blow
The race of man is suffering
And I can hear the moan,
'Cause nobody,
But nobody
Can make it out here alone.
Alone, all alone
Nobody, but nobody
Can make it out here alone.
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It means things are going to happen that test and try men, people will suffer, and "moan".
Overall, the poem is saying we need connections with others to survive and find happiness.
Wow! You really need to go back and reread all the different answers you've gotten for all the different posts you've done on this ONE POEM!!
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The lines in the poem suggest that the poet is reflecting on the universal struggle of mankind and the inability of individuals to overcome their challenges alone. The storm clouds and wind serve as a metaphor for the difficulties and hardships that humanity is currently facing, symbolizing the collective suffering of the human race. The phrase "I can hear the moan" implies that the poet is sensitive to the pain and distress of others.
To better understand the meaning of these lines, it is helpful to consider the poem as a whole. The repeated refrain of "Alone, all alone / Nobody, but nobody / Can make it out here alone" emphasizes the theme of interconnectedness and the necessity of community and support. The poet contrasts the image of wealthy millionaires with their empty lives, highlighting that material wealth and professional help cannot provide the fulfillment and genuine connection that comes from human companionship.
To fully appreciate the poem, it is important to engage with the emotional and social implications conveyed by the poet's words. By examining the context of the poem and drawing on personal experiences and empathetic understanding, readers can gain a deeper appreciation for the poet's intent and the universal message conveyed in these lines.