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Acordándome de vos is a Tango written by and composed by Aníbal Troilo.
“Acordándome de vos” is a poignant tango that delves into the deep emotions of nostalgia and longing. The lyrics recount the story of a love lost and the haunting presence of memories associated with that love. The narrator, overwhelmed by sadness, remembers composing and singing a beloved song for their absent partner. As they attempt to engage with these memories, they find themselves choked by the overwhelming reality of their solitude and the intensity of their past love.
This tango is rich with symbolism, most notably the “guitarra” or guitar, which represents both the narrator’s means of expression and a vessel of emotion. The “tibio solcito de la mañana” symbolizes warmth and life, yet it contrasts with the narrator’s internal desolation, portraying a sense of futility in living without their loved one. Notable phrases like “donde dice que no había más amor que el de los dos” encapsulate the feelings of inimitable connection and heartbreak, suggesting that no other love can measure up to what once was. The mention of “las cuatro paredes del pobre cuarto” paints the picture of confinement and isolation, with the “patrona” symbolizing the partner whose absence transformed a vibrant space into one filled with neglect and sorrow.
Composed in 1942 in Buenos Aires, a city synonymous with the tango, “Acordándome de vos” mirrors the urban melancholy and the social struggles of its time. Post-World War II, Argentina was experiencing significant social and economic changes, and tangos often reflected personal and collective experiences of loss and longing. The setting of Buenos Aires, with its bustling yet introspective streets, complements the tango’s themes, offering a backdrop where such tales of emotional turbulence were both personal and universally relatable. The character of the city with its intimate cafes and echoing bandoneons seeps into every line, magnifying the feelings of yearning and eternal connection despite physical absence.
Aníbal Troilo was a prominent Argentine tango composer, bandoneon player, and orchestra leader known for his emotional compositions and influence on the tango genre.