2Chirchik State Pedagogical University Current Issues of Modern Philology and Linguodidactics
Staatliche Pädagogische Universität Chirchik Aktuelle Fragen der modernen Philologie und Linguodidaktik
^hjrchiqdavlat^edagGgika^niversiteti^^^^^^^Za
EXPLORING BLACK IDENTITY, CONSCIOUSNESSES AND ASPIRATIONS THROUGH THE POETRY OF LANGSTON HUGHES.
Nurkhon Usman kizi Khodjiyeva
A student of Chirchik State Pedagogical University E-mail: nurhon2929@gmail.com
Supervisor: Zilola Tursunboy kizi Roziqova
Teacher of Chirchik State Pedagogical University E-mail: rozikova1625@gmail.com
ABSTRACT:
Langston Hughes aimed to reflect the rich oral traditions of Black culture in his poetry to express his unique Black identity and aspirations. He emphasized the importance of embracing one's racial heritage and fostering cultural pride without any sense of self-hatred, uniting people of African descent worldwide. To achieve this, Hughes delved into themes of Black life and consciousness, incorporating the rhythms of Jazz and Blues into his revolutionary poetry. He utilized stanza forms inspired by Black music and incorporated everyday Black speech in his work, steering clear of perpetuating stereotypes.
Keywords: Black identity, difficulties, dreams, consciousness
АННОТАЦИЯ:
Лэнгстон Хьюз стремился отразить в своей поэзии богатые устные традиции черной культуры, чтобы выразить свою уникальную чернокожую идентичность и стремления. Он подчеркнул важность принятия своего расового наследия и воспитания культурной гордости без всякого чувства ненависти к себе, объединяя людей африканского происхождения во всем мире. Чтобы добиться этого, Хьюз углубился в темы жизни и сознания чернокожих, включив ритмы джаза и блюза в свою революционную поэзию. Он использовал формы строф, вдохновленные черной музыкой, и включал повседневную черную речь в свои работы, избегая увековечивания стереотипов.
Ключевые слова: Черная идентичность, трудности, мечты, сознание.
Lengston Xyuz o'zining noyob qora tanliligi va intilishlarini ifodalash uchun she'riyatida qora tanli madaniyatning boy og'zaki an'analarini aks ettirishni maqsad qilgan. U o'z irqiy merosini qabul qilish va o'z-o'zidan nafratlanish tuyg'usisiz ma-
April 23-24, 2024
886
Chirchik State Pedagogical University Current Issues of Modern Philology and Linguodidactics
Staatliche Pädagogische Universität Chirchik Aktuelle Fragen der modernen Philologie und Linguodidaktik
^hjrchiqdavlat^edagGgika^niversiteti^^^^^^^Za
daniy g'ururni tarbiyalash, butun dunyo bo'ylab afrikalik odamlarni birlashtirish mu-himligini ta'kidladi. Bunga erishish uchun Xyuz o'zining inqilobiy she'riyatida jazz va blyuz ritmlarini qo'shib, qora tanlilarning hayoti va ongiga oid mavzularni o'rgandi. U qora tanli musiqadan ilhomlangan stanza shakllaridan foydalangan va o'z ishiga har kungi qora tanli nutqni qo'shgan, bu esa doimiy stereotiplardan voz kech-gan.
Kalit so'zlar: Qora o'zlik, qiyinchiliklar, orzular, ong
Langston Hughes, a prominent African-American writer during the Harlem Renaissance in the 1920s, aimed to reflect the rich oral traditions and cultural identity of Black communities through his poetry. Influenced by various sources such as The Bible, W. E. B. Du Bois, and Walt Whitman, Hughes delved into themes of Black life and consciousness, portraying the realities of everyday Black people and offering insightful perspectives on racial dynamics in America.He brought innovation to Black literature by infusing Jazz and Blues rhythms into his poetry, often using stanza forms inspired by Black secular music, particularly the Blues. He avoided reinforcing stereotypes by incorporating the everyday language of Black speech [1]. His poems, characterized by rhythmic language, have been adapted into musical compositions, all of which helped him express the philosophy, dreams, and inner consciousness of the Black community.
During the 1920s, Hughes discussed the significant challenges that Black artists faced if they wished to create art that reflected their race. He also shared his personal struggles in writing what he referred to as "Negro" poetry in his well-known essay "The Negro Artist and the Racial Mountain" [2]. Young black artists are determined to express their unique identity proudly, regardless of the opinions of white people. They recognize the beauty in their dark skin, along with any perceived flaws. Their creative expressions reflect their inner strength and independence, unaffected by the reactions of others.
Langston Hughes was given the title of "the bard of Harlem" for his groundbreaking work in Black writing and his representation of the racial concerns of the Harlem Renaissance. By the 1930s, his work had paved the way for the extreme cultural nationalism of the 1960s. In his poem "Harlem" or "A Dream Deferred," Hughes vividly portrays the disillusionment and despair experienced by Black people when their long-held dreams are destroyed. The dream of the Black community symbolizes their aspirations for freedom, equality, prosperity, and economic advancement. Through this poem, Hughes delves into the consequences of a dream that is delayed or unfulfilled.
What happens to a dream deferred?
April 23-24, 2024
887
Chirchik State Pedagogical University Current Issues of Modern Philology and Linguodidactics
Staatliche Pädagogische Universität Chirchik Aktuelle Fragen der modernen Philologie und Linguodidaktik
^hirchiq^avlat^edagogika^niVBBiitiH
Does it dry up
Like a raisin in the sun?
Or fester like a sore-
And then run ?
Or does it explode?[3]
Langston Hughes was given the title of "the bard of Harlem" for his groundbreaking work in Black writing and his representation of the racial concerns of the Harlem Renaissance. By the 1930s, his work had paved the way for the extreme cultural nationalism of the 1960s. In his poem "Harlem" or "A Dream Deferred," Hughes vividly portrays the disillusionment and despair experienced by Black people when their long-held dreams are destroyed. The dream of the Black community symbolizes their aspirations for freedom, equality, prosperity, and economic advancement. Through this poem, Hughes delves into the consequences of a dream that is delayed or unfulfilled. Well, son, I'll tell you: Life for me aint been no crystal stair. It"s hadtacs in it, And splinters,
The Black man has cherished all the American rivers as dearly as those in his native Africa, blending into American culture and the global community. This fusion has helped shape the identity of Black souls, akin to the profound depths of those mighty rivers. Hughes celebrates the rich Black, Afro-American culture in a song of praise, highlighting its enduring nature much like the world's great rivers. Through his poetry, Hughes is seen as a poet of the people, striving to educate both the audience and the artist by bringing the concept of Black aesthetics to life, as seen in the poem "My People." The night is beautiful, So the faces of my people. The stars are beautiful, So the eyes of my people Beautiful, also, is the sun. Beautiful, also, are the souls of my people [4].
All in all, Langston Hughes, an important figure in the Harlem Renaissance, was a influential poet, playwright, and novelist known for capturing the experiences of African Americans and delving into themes of identity, racism, and social injustices in his works. His impactful writing still connects with audiences and cements his position as a key voice in American literature.
April 23-24, 2024
888
Chirchik State Pedagogical University Staatliche Pädagogische Universität Chirchik Chirchiq davlat pedagogika universiteti
q^avlat^edagogj
Current Issues of Modern Philology and Linguodidactics Aktuelle Fragen der modernen Philologie und Linguodidaktik Zamonaviy filologiya va lingvodidaktikaning dolzarb masalalari
■
REFERENCES
1. Berry, Faith . "Langston Hughes: Before and Beyond Harlem". On the Cross of the South, Citadel Press, 1992.
2. Hughes, Langston . Fight for Freedom and Other Writings on Civil Rights .Ed.
3. Ostrom, Hans. A Langston Hughes Encyclopedia. Greenwood Press: Westport, 2002.
4. Rampersad, Arnold & Roessel, David . The Collected Poems of Langston Hughes. Knopt, 2002.
5. Rampersad, Arnold . The Life of Langston Hughes. Oxford University Press, 1986.
6. Schwarz, Christa A.B. "Gay Voices of the Harlem Renaissance". Langston Hughes: A "true 'people's poet". Indiana University Press, 2003
7. Christopher C. DeSantis . University of Missouri Press, 2001.
889
April 23-24, 2024
