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Alas

Alas is a Tango written by Vicente Demarco and recorded by Osvaldo Fresedo in 1940. The Tango Alas is written by Vicente Demarco, Osvaldo Fresedo has recorded Alas with the singer Ricardo Ruiz.
“Alas,” which translates to “Wings” in English, is a poignant piece that transcends the constraints of earthly bonds. It captures the yearning for freedom and the bittersweet dance between hope and despair. With each note, it lifts the soul towards the horizon, where dreams take flight and gently whisper their unspoken tales.

Tango

Style

Osvaldo Fresedo

Orchestra

Ricardo Ruiz

Singer

Alfredo Faustino Roldán

Author

Vicente Demarco

Composer

1940/9/13

Date

Ricardo Ruiz
Ricardo Ruiz
Osvaldo Fresedo
Osvaldo Fresedo

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Lyrics Translation of the Tango Alas

This is the translation of the Tango “Alas” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Tango “Alas” have been done with AI.

Letra del Tango Alas

Han vuelto a mirarme tus ojos
Con todo el encanto febril de tus celos,
Y pudo tan sólo un sollozo
Unirte a mi vida después de un silencio.
Rocío tus lágrimas fueron
Y lentas cayeron al fondo de mi alma,
Para calmar mi corazón, que ansioso de esperar
Juró, nunca olvidar tu amor.

Es la primavera con sus flores
Que despierta mis amores
Y mis sueños de ilusión.
Es el canto alegre de dos almas
Que vivieron de esperanzas
Acallando el corazón.
Es la vida que vuelve trayendo
El perfume de gratos recuerdos.
Luces, ilusiones, canto y flores
Volarán viejos rencores
Al embrujo de tu amor.

Vivir con las alas plegadas
No pueden las almas que miran al cielo,
La dulce canción de la vida
Es porque nos habla, de dichas y besos.
La brisa que tiembla las flores
También ama y gime, también tiene celos,
No hay que soñar, hay que vivir con toda la pasión
Que es bello por amor, vivir.

English lyrics of the Tango "Alas"

Your eyes have gazed at me again
With all the feverish charm of your jealousy,
And only a sob could
Bind you to my life after a silence.
Your tears were dew
Falling slowly into the depths of my soul,
To soothe my heart, anxiously waiting,
Swore to never forget your love.

It’s spring with its flowers
Awakening my love
And my dreams of illusion.
It’s the joyful song of two souls
Who lived off hopes
Quieting the heart.
It’s life returning, bringing
The scent of pleasant memories.
Lights, illusions, songs, and flowers
Will dispel old grudges
Under the spell of your love.

To live with folded wings
Is not for souls that look to the sky,
The sweet song of life
Speaks of joys and kisses.
The breeze that trembles the flowers
Also loves and moans, also gets jealous,
Don’t just dream, live with all the passion
For it is beautiful to live for love.

Alas by Alfredo Faustino Roldán

Alas is a Tango written by Alfredo Faustino Roldán and composed by Vicente Demarco.



Story behind the Tango Alas

“Alas” (Wings in English) is a profound reflection on emotional revival and the power of memories in reigniting past loves. The lyrics describe a scene where past lovers reunite after a period of separation. Roldán captures the moment when rekindled eyes and a shared tear bring two souls back together, highlighting the theme of emotional renewal. The reference to spring and its flowers symbolizes a reawakening of love, adding layers of hope and rejuvenation to the narrative.



Symbolism of Alas

The central motif of “wings” is symbolically rich, suggesting an ability and readiness to soar or escape from past constraints. This imagery is intertwined with feelings of intense longing (“las alas plegadas”) and the pursuit of freedom to fully embrace life and passion. The reoccurring elements of nature like spring flowers, light, and breezes symbolize change, freshness, and the emotions stirred by a loving relationship. Such symbols emphasize the desire to live passionately and without restraint — a celebration of life’s beauty as experienced through love.



Alas in Historic Context

Created in Argentina in 1940, during a time of global upheaval (World War II), “Alas” likely provided an emotional escape to listeners. This period was marked by a quest for deeper meaning and solace, which could be reflected through the tango’s themes of enduring love and renewal. The song may have acted as a reminder of the persistence of beauty and emotional depth, despite external chaos. Such an interpretation would resonate deeply in a community facing uncertainty about the future, looking to find stability in personal bonds and cultural expressions like music and dance.



Alfredo Faustino Roldán

Roldán was a significant lyricist in the tango genre, known for exploring themes of love, destiny, and emotional depth in his compositions.