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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” paint a vivid picture of a man looking around his modest room, reflecting on the life he once shared with his partner, who has since left him. The setting described in the song is humble, showcasing personal relics such as old clothes and a solitary picture. These items serve as a painful reminder of better days, now overshadowed by abandonment and solitude. The phrase “Amurado me dejó,” which translates to “left me walled-up,” symbolizes the protagonist’s feelings of being closed off from the world and happiness after his lover’s departure. Throughout the tango, the theme of loneliness is profound, depicted through the narrator’s account of his aimless, sorrowful wanderings and his hopeless attempts to drown his sadness in alcohol.
“Amurado” utilizes the imagery of aged and abandoned items to symbolize the protagonist’s emotional state. Words like “catrera desolada” (desolate bed) and “bulincito” (small room) highlight the emptiness around him, mirroring the void within. The notion of speaking to the room, “bulincito que conoces mis amargas desventuras,” emphasizes his loneliness, speaking to inanimate surroundings as he lacks human companionship. The frequent references to looking for happiness in “cafetines” (little cafes) portray the character’s desperate search for escape from his emotional turmoil.
The late 1960s in Argentina were times of cultural vibrancy but also social and political upheaval. In this context, “Amurado” resonates as a personal story of loss and desolation against a backdrop of wider societal unrest. The portrayal of personal grief and abandonment might subtly reflect the sense of alienation and disillusionment felt by many during this era, making the tango a poignant account not just of personal but communal sentiments of despair.
José De Grandis was an influential lyricist whose works contributed significantly to the rich heritage of Argentine tango, capturing complex emotions and narratives through his poignant lyrics.