Question

But a caged bird stands on the grave of dreams

his shadow shouts on a nightmare scream
his wings are clipped and his feet are tied
so he opens his throat to sing.

What is the figurative meaning of the excerpt?

Answer 1

The caged bird has had his hope destroyed.

Step-by-step explanation:

If something is figurative, it's not meant to be taken literally but rather represents something else through a metaphor or simile.