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A la gran muñeca

A la gran muñeca is a Tango written by Jesus Ventura and recorded by Armando Pontier in 1957. Armando Pontier has recorded A la gran muñeca as an instrumental Tango.
The piece of music titled “A la gran muñeca,” which translates to “To the Great Doll” in English, invites us to ponder the allure and charm of a sophisticated figure gracing the dance floor. This “great doll” embodies elegance and grace, captivating onlookers with every deliberate step and turn. The music paints a vivid scene, echoing the nostalgic dance halls of yesteryears.

Tango

Style

Armando Pontier

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Miguel Osés

Author

Jesus Ventura

Composer

1957/6/25

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Armando Pontier
Armando Pontier

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Orquesta Típica Victor – Por esta cruz – 1932/5/3
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Orquesta Típica Victor – Fanfarrón – 1928/9/13
Orquesta Típica Victor – Maria del Carmen – 1936/5/8
Alfredo Gobbi – El engobbiao – 1957/6/18
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A la gran muñeca recorded by other Orchestras

A la gran muñeca recorded by other Orchestras

1957/6/25 – Estas cosas de la vida – Armando Pontier
1957/6/24 – La conciencia – Osvaldo Pugliese
1957/6/24 – Un tango para el recuerdo – Osvaldo Pugliese
1957/6/29 – Julie – Juan D-Arienzo
1957/6/29 – La calesita – Juan D-Arienzo
A la gran muneca – 1945/8/29 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
A la gran muneca – 1951/5/9 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
A la gran muneca – 1954/6/30 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
A la gran muneca – 1963/12/17 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
A la gran muneca – 1948/5/1 – Miguel Calo – Roberto Arrieta
A la gran muneca – 1950/4/13 – Rodolfo Biagi – Instrumental
A la gran muneca – 1961/7/28 – Alfredo De Angelis –
A la gran muneca – 1970/1/1 – Jose Basso –
A la gran muneca – 1964/5/21 – Hector Varela – Instrumental
A la gran muneca – 1951/5/28 – Hector Varela – Instrumental
A la gran muneca – 1966/3/8 – Florindo Sassone – Instrumental
A la gran muneca – 1974/1/1 – Florindo Sassone – Instrumental
A la gran muneca – 1973/1/1 – Francini-Pontier – Instrumental
A la gran muneca – 1957/6/25 – Armando Pontier – Instrumental
A la gran muneca – 1964/1/1 – Quinteto Real (Horacio Salgan) – Instrumental

Letra del Tango A la gran muñeca

Yo te he visto pasar por la acera

con un gesto de desolación

y al cruzar no miraste siquiera,

que entendía tu desilusión.

Te ha dejado, lo sé, la malvada

y al calor de otros ojos se va;

ya lo ves cómo no queda nada

de ese amor que matándote está.



Volvé, jamás otras manos

cual las de tu mujercita

harán por la tardecita

los mates que cebo yo.

Que en su espuma te contaba

que además de su dulzura

allí estaba la ternura

de aquella que lo cebó.



Y por mucho que te quieran

siempre serán artificios,

nadie hará los sacrificios

que hizo por vos tu mujer.

En mis noches de vigilia

acongojada no duermo

sabiendo que estás enfermo

sin poderte socorrer.



Allá en la noche callada

te veo triste y burlado

por aquella que ha llevado

mi vida y mi corazón.

Volvé que aquí has de olvidarla,

mi pecho siempre te espera,

ya sabrá tu compañera

cicatrizar tu pasión.

English lyrics of the Tango "A la gran muñeca"

I’ve seen you walk down the sidewalk

with a gesture of desolation

and as you passed, you didn’t even look,

understanding your disillusionment.

She has left you, I know, the wicked one

and towards the warmth of other eyes she goes;

you see how nothing remains

of that love which is killing you.

Come back, never will other hands

like those of your little woman

make, in the evening,

the mate tea I brew for you.

That in its foam would tell you

that in addition to its sweetness

there was the tenderness

of she who brewed it.

And no matter how much they may love you

it will always be artifice,

no one will make the sacrifices

that your woman made for you.

In my nights of vigil

distressed, I cannot sleep

knowing that you are sick

and I cannot help you.

There in the silent night

I see you sad and mocked

by the one who has taken

my life and my heart.

Come back, here you must forget her,

my chest always awaits you,

your companion will know

to heal your passion.

A la gran muñeca by Miguel Osés

A la gran muñeca is a Tango written by Miguel Osés and composed by Jesus Ventura.

Story behind the Tango A la gran muñeca

The lyrics of “A la gran muñeca” depict a narrative of love, betrayal, and a plea for return. The speaker observes a distressed individual, presumed to be a man, who has been abandoned by his lover for someone else. The narrative voice, likely representing a woman, recounts her observations of his sorrow and extends an invitation to return to her, promising comfort and reminiscences of past intimacies. The tango format serves as a poignant medium to express such deep emotional turmoil coupled with nostalgic remembrance.



Symbolism of A la gran muñeca

The title “A la gran muñeca” can be translated as “to the great doll,” which could symbolize a dear or cherished one, often used emphatically to express significant appreciation or affection. Symbolism in the lyrics is rich, particularly in the reference to “mates” — a traditional South American drink shared intimatelly between people usually close to each other, symbolizing domestic life and intimacy. The lines “ya lo ves cómo no queda nada / de ese amor que matándote está,” vividly describe the devastating emptiness left by a lost love, showing how deeply intertwined love and personal agony can be.



A la gran muñeca in historic Context

The piece was written in 1957, a period marked by significant political and social changes in Argentina. The yearning and melancholic tones of the tango might reflect a broader sense of disillusionment prevalent in a society grappling with instability. Tangos often encapsulate the sentiments of the working-class urban populations; thus, the personal narratives of love and betrayal may also parallel feelings of societal alienation and loss.



Miguel Osés

Miguel Osés was a renowned figure in the world of Tango, celebrated for his lyrical contributions that often delve into the themes of love, sorrow, and human relationships within the cultural tapestry of Argentina.