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A la gran muñeca

A la gran muñeca is a Tango written by Jesus Ventura and recorded by Florindo Sassone in 1966. Florindo Sassone has recorded A la gran muñeca as an instrumental Tango.
“A la gran muñeca,” which translates to “To the Great Doll” in English, is a vibrant and evocative piece that dances through the air like a whimsical marionette. The music captures the elegance and allure of a grand figure, perhaps a muse of sophistication and charm. With every note, it tells tales of playfulness hidden beneath a façade of grace.

Tango

Style

Florindo Sassone

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Miguel Osés

Author

Jesus Ventura

Composer

1966/3/8

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Florindo Sassone
Florindo Sassone

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Rodolfo Biagi – Hoy te quiero mucho más – 1945/11/30
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Aníbal Troilo – Desvelo (De flor en flor) – 1948/2/8
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Aníbal Troilo – Margo – 1945/12/18
Miguel Caló – El amanecer – 1969/3/26
Miguel Caló – Mano a mano – 1965/1/1
Miguel Caló – No Te Perdono Mas – 1948/4/27
Miguel Caló – El choclo – 1964/4/7
Miguel Caló – Pa’ lo que te va a durar – 1963/5/7
Lucio Demare – Color de rosa – 1941/10/8
Lucio Demare – Ribereña – 1942/3/13
Lucio Demare – Tinta verde – 1942/12/9
Lucio Demare – Telón – 1938/6/13
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A la gran muñeca recorded by other Orchestras

A la gran muñeca recorded by other Orchestras

1966/3/8 – El amanecer – Florindo Sassone
1966/3/8 – Sentimiento gaucho – Florindo Sassone
1966/3/8 – Tomo y obligo – Florindo Sassone
1966/3/10 – Esta noche me emborracho – Florindo Sassone
1966/3/10 – La tablada – Florindo Sassone
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 a gesture of desolation

and when crossing you didn’t even look,

understanding your disillusion.

She has left you, I know, the wicked one

and to the warmth of other eyes she goes;

you see how nothing remains

of that love that is killing you.



Come back, never will other hands

like those of your little woman

make the mate in the evening

like the ones I prepare for you.

That in its foam told you

that besides its sweetness

there was the tenderness

of the one who prepared it.



And no matter how much they love you

they will always be artificial,

no one will make the sacrifices

that your woman made for you.

In my sleepless nights

distressed I cannot sleep

knowing that you are ill

without being able to help you.



Out there in the quiet night

I see you sad and mocked

by the one who has taken

my life and my heart.

Come back as here you must forget her,

my chest always waits for 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” revolves around a tale of love and betrayal. In the lyrics, the narrator observes someone they care about suffering emotionally after being left by a lover who chose someone else. The song captures feelings of deep empathy and sorrow for the condition of the person who has been deserted, as the narrator offers solace and a promise of true, enduring affection.


Symbolism of A la gran muñeca

The expression “A la gran muñeca,” which translates roughly to “To the great doll,” can be seen as symbolic, referencing an object of great value and beauty that is admired but may also suggest a superficial or delicate nature, easily cast aside or broken. Metaphorically, this can represent either the person left behind or the relationship itself—highly prized yet fragile. This ambiguity adds depth to the narrative, underscored by the tender, nurturing actions described, such as making tea (mates), which symbolize warmth, domesticity, and care. These actions contrast with the harshness of abandonment and emotional pain inflicted by the departure.


A la gran muñeca in historic Context

Recorded in 1966 Argentina, “A la gran muñeca” emerges in a period marked by social and political upheavals. The emotional turmoil in the lyrics metaphorically parallels the national sentiment of the time, where shifts in governance and societal norms were commonplace. This era in Argentine history, filled with transitions, might echo through the themes of change, loss, and the yearning for what was once dependable and familiar in the tango lyrics. Through its music and lyrics, the tango could serve both as a reflection of personal heartbreak and a broader cultural sentiment of unsettlement and adaptation.


Miguel Osés

Miguel Osés was a notable figure in the world of Tango, contributing significantly as a lyricist. His works often explored themes of love, loss, and companionship, resonating deeply in the hearts of his audience.