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.
Amiga is a Tango written by Horacio Sanguinetti and composed by Carlos Viván.
“Amiga” portrays the story of a man reflecting on his life, confronting old age and illness, and appreciating the steadfast support of a woman, possibly a platonic or unrequited love, who has stayed by his side through both good times and bad. The lyrics express profound gratitude and a deep emotional connection, suggesting that her companionship offers him comfort and light amid his suffering and the bleakness of his twilight years.
The tango uses powerful symbols to convey the depth of the narrator’s emotions. Phrases like “este verso es mi lágrima sincera” (“this verse is my sincere tear”) emphasize the genuineness and depth of his feelings, comparing his written words to tears shed in honesty and pain. The recurrent references to life’s seasons, contrasting “todo es invierno” (everything is winter) with her presence being “como un sol” (like a sun), symbolize how she brings warmth and light into his otherwise dark and cold existence.
Recorded in Argentina on April 2, 1947, “Amiga” emerged during a period marked by significant social and political changes post-World War II. This context enriches the song’s emotional landscape, as it mirrors the personal adversities and broader societal struggles of the time. The tango, a dance often filled with nostalgia and melancholy, serves as a fitting medium to express themes of enduring companionship and lingering farewells, capturing the poignant mix of hope and sorrow characteristic of that era.
Horacio Sanguinetti was a distinguished Argentine lyricist known for his contributions to the genre of tango, capturing complex human emotions and stories through his work.