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Aleli

Aleli is a Tango written by Alfredo De Angelis and recorded by Osmar Maderna in 1947. The Tango Aleli is written by Alfredo De Angelis, Osmar Maderna has recorded Aleli with the singer Pedro Datila.
“Aleli,” translating to “Wallflower” in English, captures the essence of a delicate bloom hidden along life’s walls. In its notes, one finds a dance between longing and resilience, as it speaks of beauty often overlooked yet ever-present. This musical piece whispers a tale of quiet perseverance, inviting us to appreciate the subtle, steadfast grace of the forgotten.

Tango

Style

Osmar Maderna

Orchestra

Pedro Datila

Singer

José Rótulo

Author

Alfredo De Angelis

Composer

1947/4/25

Date

Pedro Datila
Pedro Datila
Osmar Maderna
Osmar Maderna

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Aleli recorded by other Orchestras

Aleli recorded by other Orchestras

1947/4/25 – Cambalache – Miguel Calo
1947/4/25 – Sin comprender – Miguel Calo
1947/4/25 – Fantasia en tiempo de tango (Sobre motivos de Monti) – Osmar Maderna
1947/4/24 – El pollito – Carlos di Sarli
1947/4/24 – Por el camino – Carlos di Sarli
Aleli – 1947/3/20 – Alfredo De Angelis – Carlos Dante
Aleli – 1947/4/25 – Osmar Maderna – Pedro Datila

Lyrics Translation of the Tango Aleli

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

Letra del Tango Aleli

Era primavera y las praderas

con florcitas mañaneras

te besaban al pasar.

Ibas con un traje color cielo,

con un tul cubriendo el pelo

y un librito de rezar.

Eras como el agua que traía el manantial.

Eras la esperanza que invitabas a soñar.

Era en un pueblo chiquitito,

chiquitito y tan bonito,

tan bonito como tú.



Flor de alelí,

con la humildad del alelí

te vi pasar,

y en ese andar

ibas caminando de la iglesia

del lugar.

Flor de alelí,

te dije en tono confidente

mas después…

Nació el amor, para los dos.

Las campanas ya se echaban a volar,

pareciera que superan mi ansiedad.

Flor de alelí

ya nunca más te apartarás de mi existir,

como el tañir

de las campanas que una vez

te hablo por mí.



Quise ser pintor o ser poeta

y pintarte tan coqueta

o brindarte un madrigal.

Fuiste en la ruta del mañana

como el son de las campanas

que marcó nuestra ansiedad.

Sos la lucecita que alumbro mi oscuridad

y eres el motivo y la alegría de cantar.

Y en aquel pueblo chiquitito,

chiquitito y tan bonito,

hoy existe un nido más.

English lyrics of the Tango "Aleli"

It was springtime and the meadows,
with early morning little flowers,
kissed you as you passed by.
You were wearing a sky-blue dress,
with a veil covering your hair,
and a little prayer book.

You were like the water brought by the spring.
You were the hope that invited dreams.
It was in a tiny little town,
so small and so pretty,
as pretty as you.

Stock flower,
with the humility of the stock,
I saw you pass,
and in that walk,
you were walking from the church
of the place.
Stock flower,
I told you in a confiding tone
but then…
Love was born, for both of us.
The bells began to take flight,
it seemed they knew my anxiety.
Stock flower,
you will never depart from my life again,
like the ringing
of the bells that once
spoke for me.

I wanted to be a painter or a poet
to paint you so coquettish
or to offer you a madrigal.
You were on the path of tomorrow
like the sound of the bells
that marked our anxiety.
You are the little light that illuminated my darkness
and you are the reason and the joy of singing.
And in that tiny little town,
so small and so pretty,
today there is one more nest.

Aleli by José Rótulo

Aleli is a Tango written by José Rótulo and composed by Alfredo De Angelis.



Story behind the Tango Aleli

The lyrics of “Aleli” portray a vivid scene of rural love and the enchantment of innocence and beauty found in simpler times. The protagonist reminisces about a spring day, with a landscape adorned by early morning flowers, when he first saw the object of his affection, a woman modestly dressed with a tul covering her hair and holding a prayer book. This initial encounter in the serene setting of a small and picturesque village sets the stage for a tale of blossoming love, reminiscent of pastoral poetry where nature plays a central role in the narrative.



Symbolism of Aleli

In “Aleli,” the central symbol is the aleli flower, representing humble beauty and purity. This flower metaphor extends through the description of the woman as a delicate, unassuming entity, her presence as refreshing as the water from a spring, evoking feelings of hope and dreams. The mention of the church bells, ringing in the background, symbolizes the community and traditional values, marking moments of significance such as the burgeoning love between the couple. The ringing bells also reflect the protagonist’s internal state, echoing his growing love and anxiety for union.



Aleli in historic Context

Written and recorded in 1947, “Aleli” emerges from a post-World War II Argentina, a time when the nation was transitioning through significant political and social shifts. During this era, there was a nostalgic yearning for simpler, more stable times amidst the rapid modernization and urbanization processes. José Rótulo captures this sentiment by situating the narrative in a small, idyllic village, possibly reminiscing about a pre-industrial Argentina where community bonds and pastoral beauty were more prevalent than in the cosmopolitan cities.



José Rótulo

José Rótulo was an Argentinian lyricist known for his contributions to the tango genre, imbuing his compositions with deep emotional and narrative elements.