In Stanza 1, the poet describes music as an ocean that pulls her to the shore and a rhythm that moves her to the core. Music is a vast, irresistible force that attracts the poet and touches her most deeply inside. These two images together show that music is both powerful from the outside and deeply felt within — it is impossible to ignore and impossible to resist.
Summary of Stanza 1
Last updated at August 12, 2026 by Teachoo