Question

Ain't got nobody in all this world, Ain't got nobody but ma self. I’s gwine to quit ma frownin' And put ma troubles on the shelf. What is the effect of repeating the phrase “ain't got nobody” in the poem?

Answer 1

the phrase of "ain't got nobody" is saying that because is talking to yourselves care about yourselve love yourselve

Answer 2

Answer: It emphasizes the theme of sorrow and melancholy in the poem.

Step-by-step explanation:

He is basically saying no one will be there for him over and over again, sorrow would be the best possible answer