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These Tangos, Valses, and Milongas were recorded around the same time. Take a look to discover what else this orchestra—or others—may have recorded during the same week or even on the exact same day.
9 de Julio is a Tango written by Lito Bayardo and composed by José Luis Padula.
The song “9 de Julio” narrates the poignant departure of a person from their home without a goodbye, driven by the determination to not see loved ones suffer. This departure marks a journey of dreams and aspirations, symbolized by the distant memory of a July 9th morning. However, the return is filled with despair as the protagonist finds neither the love nor the home they left behind. The narrative captures feelings of sorrow, loss, and disillusionment, contrasting the hope at the beginning of the journey with the reality faced upon return.
The title “9 de Julio” symbolizes a significant moment of departure and change. It represents not just a date but a turning point in the protagonist’s life. The juxtaposition of “leaving without a goodbye” suggests a sense of urgency and inevitability in pursuit of dreams. The lyrics use contrasting images such as “gloria” (glory), “desilusión” (disillusionment), and “locuras de mi juventud” (follies of my youth), emphasizing the clash between youthful dreams and harsh realities. The vagabond imagery combined with the burden of sorrow exemplifies a life weighed down by unmet expectations and lost love.
While the song captures a profoundly personal story, its creation in 1987 within Argentina might resonate with broader themes of economic struggles and societal changes in the country. The 1980s in Argentina were marked by significant political and economic shifts. This context might parallel the protagonist’s personal disillusionment and struggles, mirroring the collective pain and nostalgia for better times within the society.
Lito Bayardo, known formally as Manlio Francia, was noted for his deep engagement with the Tango genre, contributing significantly to its poetic and musical aspects.