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These Tangos, Valses, and Milongas were recorded around the same time. Take a look to discover what else this orchestra—or others—may have recorded during the same week or even on the exact same day.
Adiós (2) is a Tango written by Alberto Laureano Martínez and composed by Mariano Mores.
The tango “Adiós (2)” embodies a poignant narrative of farewell, narrated from the perspective of an individual witnessing a beloved leaving, embodying emotions of loss and despair. The lyric “Con el llanto de tus ojos y las manos sin destino, te vi partir” translates to “With the tears in your eyes and hands without destiny, I saw you leave,” vividly illustrating the painful moment of separation with imagery that emphasizes the other’s sorrow and directionless future. This departure disrupts what once was, marking an irreversible point in their shared history.
The repeated use of “Adiós,” meaning “Goodbye” in English, resonates as a significant symbol throughout the song, not merely as a word but as a multifaceted symbol of ending and emotional rupture. The phrase “Aquel amor que nos perdió” translates to “That love that lost us,” suggesting that love itself, typically seen as enriching, here becomes an almost sentient force leading to loss and dissolution. This duality intensifies the tragic nature of the lyrical content, portraying love as both precious and perilous.
The tango was released in 1967, a period when Argentina was experiencing considerable social and political changes. This context of uncertainty and upheaval might be reflected in the song’s themes of lament, cruel fate, and the bewildering pains of love and parting. The emotional turmoil expressed through the lyrics could be mirroring the collective societal experiences of that era, providing a personal account of the broader narrative of instability and change in Argentina during the late 1960s.
Alberto Laureano Martínez is known for his contributions to the genre of Tango, infusing his works with deep emotion and complex imagery.