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A las siete en el café

A las siete en el café is a Tango written by Armando Baliotti and recorded by Miguel Caló in 1943. The Tango A las siete en el café is written by Armando Baliotti, Miguel Caló has recorded A las siete en el café with the singer Jorge Ortiz.
“A las siete en el café,” which translates to “At Seven in the Café,” evokes the anticipation of an awaited encounter. The name suggests a ritual of shared moments, as the world outside pauses around steaming cups and whispered stories. It captures the magic of everyday connections, where fleeting minutes are savored like the rich, bold notes of a tango.

Tango

Style

Miguel Caló

Orchestra

Jorge Ortiz

Singer

Santiago Adamini

Author

Armando Baliotti

Composer

1943/1/20

Date

Jorge Ortiz
Jorge Ortiz
Miguel Caló
Miguel Caló

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A las siete en el café recorded by other Orchestras

A las siete en el café recorded by other Orchestras

1943/1/20 – Inspiracion – Miguel Calo
1943/1/19 – Barrio de tango – Miguel Calo
1943/1/19 – Pa- que seguir – Miguel Calo
1943/1/18 – Corazon de artista – Ricardo Malerba
1943/1/18 – La piba de los jazmines – Ricardo Malerba
A las siete en el cafe – 1943/8/10 – Angel d-Agostino – Raul Aldao
A las siete en el cafe – 1943/1/20 – Miguel Calo – Jorge Ortiz

Lyrics Translation of the Tango A las siete en el café

This is the translation of the Tango “A las siete en el café” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Tango “A las siete en el café” have been done with AI.

Letra del Tango A las siete en el café

Te extraña verme así

como he llegado

tan temprano y descuidado

en el modo de vestir.

No creas

que he venido contrariado

a buscar algo olvidado

y después vuelvo a salir.



Hermano,

vos que sos mi compañero

un amigo verdadero

que sabés de mi vivir.

Te ruego,

que me escuches un momento

quiero hablarte del encuentro

que me vuelve a hacer feliz.



Ayer por la tarde,

al llegar a la cortada,

oí que me hablaban

y al mirar quién era vi

a la piba Margarita

la que fue mi amor primero

y que yo por milonguero

un mal día la perdí.



Te juro que nunca

me sentí tan apocado,

estaba atontado

sin saber lo que decir.

Pero pronto comprendiendo

que vivía equivocado

prometí volver al lado,

de su amor hasta morir.

English lyrics of the Tango "A las siete en el café"

It’s strange to see me like this,

arrived so early and careless

in the way I dress.

Don’t think

I came here upset

to look for something forgotten

and then leave again.

Brother,

you who are my companion,

a true friend

who knows my life.

I ask you,

listen to me for a moment,

I want to talk about the encounter

that makes me happy again.

Yesterday afternoon,

as I reached the alley,

I heard someone speaking

and upon looking who it was, I saw

Margarita, the girl

who was my first love

and whom I lost one bad day

because of my life as a dancer.

I swear I’ve never

felt so embarrassed,

I was stunned,

not knowing what to say.

But soon understanding

that I had lived mistaken,

I promised to return to her side,

to her love until I die.

A las siete en el café by Santiago Adamini

A las siete en el café is a Tango written by Santiago Adamini and composed by Armando Baliotti.



Story behind the Tango A las siete en el café

The lyrics of “A las siete en el café” delve into a narrative of reconciliation and rediscovery of love. The protagonist appears unexpectedly, in casual attire, at a familiar setting, possibly a café, reflecting on an encounter that reignites an old flame. He speaks to a close friend or brother, begging for a moment to share his renewal of joy. Describing a coincidental meeting with Margarita, his first love whom he lost due to his wayward ways, the song expresses themes of regret, redemption, and the transformative power of love.



Symbolism of A las siete en el café

The title itself, “A las siete en el café,” symbolizes a specific time and place that sets the scene for an unexpected, life-changing encounter. The casual dress reflects the protagonist’s unpreparedness for the emotional impact of seeing Margarita again. This encounter stirs deep feelings and prompts a heartfelt confession, suggesting that pivotal moments can occur when least expected. The reference to the cortada—a narrow alley—could symbolize a crossroads in life, reinforcing the themes of choices and consequences.



A las siete en el café in historic Context

Written and released in Argentina in 1943, during World War II, “A las siete en el café” likely resonated with an audience accustomed to upheaval and the nostalgia for simpler times. During this era, Tango was not only a dance but also a reflection of the social and emotional landscape, often capturing feelings of loss, hope, and the resilience required to face uncertain futures. This song, rooted in personal narrative, mirrors broader societal experiences of disconnection and the universal desire for reconnection.



Santiago Adamini

Santiago Adamini was a Tango lyricist known for his emotive and narrative style, often weaving personal tales of love and sorrow into his lyrics.