When people care for you and cry for you, they can straighten out your soul.
Meaning
Love and care from others can heal emotional wounds.
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(1902–1967) was an American poet, social activist, and a central figure in the Harlem Renaissance. His poetry celebrates African American culture, identity, and resilience. Works like "The Negro Speaks of Rivers" reflect his powerful voice and artistic expression. Hughes’s writing spans poetry, essays, and plays, often addressing racial inequality and hope. Langston Hughes’s legacy continues to influence literature, culture, and social movements advocating equality and representation.
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