Langston Hughes "Harlem"

My new favorite poem is "Harlem," by Langston Hughes, my new favorite poet. I delved deeper into his work after discussing briefly, the 1920 and the Harlem Renaissance in my history class. I chose to read and explore his poetry for my last poetry project and was captivated instantly by his writing.

"Harlem," by Langston Hughes

What happens to a dream deferred?

      Does it dry up

      like a raisin in the sun?

      Or fester like a sore—

      And then run?

      Does it stink like rotten meat?

      Or crust and sugar over—

      like a syrupy sweet?

      Maybe it just sags

      like a heavy load.

      Or does it explode?

Listen to Langston Hughes' recitation of the poem:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZIfdWiw3rU

In the comment section, interpret the poem and what you think Langston Hughes is trying to convey.