Question

What is the literal meaning and deeper meaning?

For Zuko by Dave Harris
And yes, I too have been prince to a kingdom of folk
and then dishonored them. I have worn a white mask.
I have cut my hair to look less like me. I too
have sought to be anything other than the ashes

Answer 1

literal meaning: he is prince

deeper meaning: he is a prince who dishonored his people by wearing a mask of evil. He cut his hair because he is ashamed of what he has become.