The poem is titled “Black Woman” for a reason. It is supposed to extol the awesomeness of being black. It is a poem that rejects, in very strong terms, the prevailing idea at the time that white is superior to black.

To properly reaffirm the virtues of black Africa, the poet makes use of such literary devices as metaphor and repetition.

For instance, he compares the beloved black woman to such objects of great value as gold and pearls. The frequent use of the words “black” and “dark” emphasize the great value the poet wants Africans to attach to their color and culture.