Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ
Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ
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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.
Al compás del corazón (Late un corazón) is a Tango written by Homero Expósito and composed by Domingo Federico.
“Late un corazón” depicts the profound longing and anticipation of a loved one’s return, entangled with memories of pain and departure. The lyrics express the intense emotions experienced during moments of separation and the joyful reconciliation. The heartbeats symbolize life itself, continuing despite the pain, embracing the joys of eventual reunions. Homero Expósito’s clever use of contrasts between reality and dreams underscores the emotional turmoil and the sweet, soothing thoughts of return that often serve as a coping mechanism.
The recurring heartbeats (“Late un corazón”) symbolize not just life, but also the emotional core of human experiences, emphasizing continuity amidst emotional upheaval. “Y al volver gritarás tu horror” suggests the intensity of past sufferings that resurface upon reunion, eventually softening (“pero al fin bajarás la voz”) into a more manageable, quieter reconciliation. The cyclical nature of departure and return mentioned in the tango adds a poignant touch to the melody, reflecting the continuous rhythm of the heart and life’s inevitable ups and downs.
Written in 1965 in Argentina, “Al compás del corazón” arrived during a complex socio-political landscape marked by rising tensions that would lead to significant upheaval in the country. This context of uncertainty and longing resonates in the tango’s themes of separation, emotional return, and the oscillating rhythms of heartbeats reflecting the instability yet persistence of hope. The tango, a quintessential expression of Argentinian culture, serves not just as entertainment but also as a poignant social commentary, capturing the emotional atmosphere of its time.
Homero Expósito was a prominent Argentine poet and tango lyricist known for his profound and evocative lyrics which have significantly shaped the landscape of tango music.