Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ
Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ
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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.
A bailar is a Tango written by Homero Expósito and composed by Domingo Federico.
The lyrics of “A bailar” evoke a poignant farewell, with a focus on dancing as an act that intertwines joy with the undertones of parting. The repetitive encouragement “¡A bailar, a bailar, que la orquesta se va!” directly translates to “Let’s dance, let’s dance, as the orchestra is leaving!” This refrain not only sets a hurried tone but also suggests an impending end, emphasizing the urgency and fleeting nature of the moment.
Homero Expósito skillfully uses the dance as a metaphor for life’s ephemeral encounters and farewells. The “orquesta que se va” or “the leaving orchestra” symbolizes life’s transient joys and the inevitability of endings. Lines like “El último tango perfuma la noche,” translating to “The last tango perfumes the night,” infuse the air with a bittersweet scent, suggesting that final goodbyes are at once beautiful and poignant. The dance floor littered with “un montón de esperanzas que irán camino al olvido,” or “a heap of hopes heading towards oblivion,” poignantly captures the theme of fleeting moments and forgotten dreams.
Recorded in 1943 during a tumultuous period of Argentine history marked by political instability and the buildup to Juan Domingo Perón’s rise to power, “A bailar” reflects a deeper societal yearning for escape and momentary respite through the tango—a dance intimately intertwined with Argentine identity. The tango scene during this era was a vibrant tapestry of emotional expression, serving both as an escape from and a reflection of the people’s socio-political context. Amidst such turbulence, the themes of parting and embracing the moment in “A bailar” could be seen as an ode to resilience and cherishing transient happiness.
Homero Expósito was an influential Argentine lyricist known for his profound and evocative tango lyrics, often collaborating with notable composers to create enduring classics in the world of tango.