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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.
Amurado is a Tango written by José De Grandis and composed by Pedro Laurenz.
The lyrics of “Amurado” depict a profound narrative of loss and abandonment. The narrator reflects on his lonely environment, mentioning his unmade bed and personal belongings which now only serve as painful reminders of his past love. The core emotional drive of this tango is the heartache following a partner who left without a word, leaving a void filled with solitude and memories.
The use of phrases like “amurado me dejó” (left me high and dry) captures the suddenness and the depth of the abandonment. His silence during her departure – “No le dije una palabra” (I didn’t say a word) – enhances the theme of resignation and impotence against the unfolding of fate.
The title “Amurado” itself, translates to being ‘walled up’ or ‘blocked off,’ metaphorically suggesting a state of being trapped or confined by emotional turmoil. The lyrics use vivid imagery and elements such as “cuadrito” (a small painting), “pilchas viejas” (old clothes), and a modest “bulincito” (a small room), each symbolizing fragments of the narrator’s past life and his clinging to remnants of joy. The small room perhaps personifies his current constricted state of life, confined by his memories and sorrow.
Other poignant symbols include the references to aging and physical changes brought by sadness, “Tengo blanca la cabeza” (My hair has turned white), suggesting not just the passage of time but the deep, personal impact of his emotional suffering.
“Amurado” was written in 1940, a period when Tango was not just a dance but a reflection of the social and emotional landscapes of the Argentine people during economically and politically turbulent times. The Tango would often encapsulate themes of despair, nostalgia, and deep emotional strife which resonated widely in an era marked by rapid changes and challenges.
The geographical setting of Argentina, with Buenos Aires as a hub of cultural dynamism, influences the narrative by providing a backdrop typical of urban loneliness and existential musings common in Tango lyrics. Streets, nights out, and the solitary drink at “cafetines” (small bars) paint a vivid urban scenario reflective of the times.
José De Grandis was a renowned lyricist in the world of Tango, known for his emotionally resonant and vividly descriptive lyrics.