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.
The lyrics of “Al compás del corazón” poetically encapsulate the theme of love that persists despite separation and the passage of time. The opening lines, “Late un corazón, déjalo latir… Miente mi soñar, déjame mentir…” (A heart beats, let it beat… My dream lies, let me lie…), express a deep longing combined with an acknowledgment of self-deception, perhaps hinting at a love that continues to live in dreams despite reality. The narrative evolves around the heartbeat, and the hope for reunion, which reflect a poignant yearning and an inevitable return to affection and warmth.
The heartbeat symbolizes the aliveness and continuity of emotions; it persists as the underlying rhythm of life and love. Phrases such as “y un compás, y un compás de amor unirá para siempre el adiós” (and a beat, and a beat of love will unite the goodbye forever) suggest that each beat is a reminder of emotional bonds that time or distance cannot sever. The use of musical metaphors, like the “compás” (beat), commonly found in tango music, not only aligns with the song’s rhythm but also signifies the underlying tempo of emotional life that continues regardless of circumstantial changes.
“Al compás del corazón” was recorded in 1965, a period when Argentina was experiencing significant political and social changes. This context may enhance the song’s emotional depth, reflecting a broader sentiment of nostalgia and yearning common during times of uncertainty. The tango, inherently melancholic and passionate, serves as a poignant outlet for expressing complex emotions, binding personal feelings with collective memories.
Homero Expósito was a renowned Argentine lyricist known for his significant contributions to the tango genre, often collaborating with composer Domingo Federico.