Most people will come across a time in their lives when they feel challenged. This challenge could seem world ending with no end in sight. Some people overcome their challenges while others do not. It is said that the difficult times define who people are and how they overcome those challenges. “The Rose That Grew From Concrete” by Tupac coveys the message that people can rise above rough times through keeping their dreams alive by using symbolism and personification. “Still I Rise” by Maya Angelou conveys the message that people can rise above rough times through keeping their dreams alive by using imagery and repetition.
Within “The Rose That Grew From Concrete” , Tupac supports that having faith and believing can