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A la gran muñeca

A la gran muñeca is a Tango written by Jesus Ventura and recorded by Héctor Varela in 1964. Héctor Varela has recorded A la gran muñeca as an instrumental Tango.
The piece “A la gran muñeca,” translated as “To the Grand Doll,” evokes a sense of elegance and nostalgia. The title suggests a homage to beauty and grace, capturing the allure of a cherished figure from the past. Through its melodies, it celebrates the intricate dance of life, where time pauses to honor the splendor of memories preserved in music.

Tango

Style

Héctor Varela

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Miguel Osés

Author

Jesus Ventura

Composer

1964/5/21

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Héctor Varela
Héctor Varela

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A la gran muñeca recorded by other Orchestras

A la gran muñeca recorded by other Orchestras

1964/5/15 – La semana es corta – Enrique Rodriguez
1964/5/15 – Que suerte – Enrique Rodriguez
1964/5/7 – Guapeando – Hector Varela
1964/5/1 – Como aprender a quererte – Osvaldo Pugliese
1964/5/1 – La payanca – Osvaldo Pugliese
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 by on the sidewalk

with an air of desolation,

and as we crossed you didn’t even look,

showing me your disillusionment.

She has left you, I know, the wicked one

and into the warmth of other eyes she goes;

you see how nothing remains

of that love that’s killing you.

Come back, never will other hands,

like those of your little woman,

prepare in the evening

the mate tea I brew for you.

That in its foam, I told you,

that besides its sweetness,

there was the tenderness

of she who prepared it.

And no matter how much they cherish you,

it will always be pretense,

no one will make the sacrifices

that your woman did for you.

In my nights of sleeplessness,

distressed I cannot sleep,

knowing that you’re sick

without being able to help you.

There in the quiet night

I see you sad and fooled

by the one who has taken

my life and my heart.

Come back here where you can forget her,

my chest always awaits you,

your companion will know

how 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

“A la gran muñeca” portrays a profound narrative of despair, loss, and a plea for reconciliation. The lyrics unfold as an observer recounts witnessing a person’s devastation on a street, leading to the understanding that this distress stems from a profound romantic betrayal. The theme of abandonment by a treacherous lover sets the stage for a reflection on fidelity and the irreplaceable nature of genuine love.



Symbolism of A la gran muñeca

The term “A la gran muñeca” itself is colloquially ambiguous but can be interpreted as an expression of either admiration or sarcasm towards someone who has achieved something considered incredibly difficult, in this case, enduring the pain of lost love. The lyrics use vivid imagery and acts, such as the making of ‘mates’—a traditional South American tea—which symbolizes the normalcy and intimacy lost. This simple act underscores the deeper emotional connection that once was, and now painfully, is no more.



Key phrases like “Te ha dejado, lo sé, la malvada” and “Volvé que aquí has de olvidarla” encapsulate the themes of betrayal and the longing for return. These phrases are emotionally charged, urging the lost lover to return to the person who truly cherishes him. The repetition of “Volvé” (return) emphasizes desperation and the hope for healing.



A la gran muñeca in historic Context

The cultural and historical context of Argentina in 1964 adds layers to the tango. During this period, Argentina was undergoing significant political and social changes, which may have influenced themes of uncertainty and betrayal in personal relationships, mirroring broader societal anxieties. Tango, often reflecting deeper societal currents, thus becomes a medium where personal tales of love and loss echo collective emotional landscapes.



Miguel Osés

Miguel Osés, an Argentine lyricist, infused his compositions with rich, poignant emotions that resonate with the traditional values and somber realities of life in 20th-century Argentina.