Argañaraz (Aquellas farras) by Enrique Cadícamo

Argañaraz (Aquellas farras) is a Tango written by Enrique Cadícamo and composed by Roberto Firpo.

Story behind the Tango Argañaraz (Aquellas farras)

Argañaraz (Aquellas farras) expresses a profound sense of nostalgia and loss for the days gone by and the camaraderie of youth. The lyrics reflect on old times and friendships that provided life its thrill but will never return. The refrain “Adiós, amigos de entonces, ya estamos viejos de tanto andar,” which translates to “Goodbye, friends of those times, we are now old from so much walking,” encapsulates the melancholic realization of aging and the irreversible passage of time.

Symbolism of Argañaraz (Aquellas farras)

The symbol of “tiempos viejos” (old times) and the recounting of episodes such as the antics of “el ñato Monteagudo” conveys a deeper sense of yearning for a vanished era characterized by its raw, vibrant energy. Another potent symbol is the tango dance itself, portrayed as provocative through “cortes y quebradas,” mirroring the emotional intensity and the dance’s ability to evoke passionate memories. The text echoes themes of camaraderie and lost youth, symbolized through vivid imagery of past farras (parties) and companions whose current whereabouts stir feelings of longing and disappearance.

Argañaraz (Aquellas farras) in historic Context

Recorded in 1940 in Argentina, this Tango emerges from a period marked by political and social upheavals which may have influenced the preservation of memories and friendships as anchors in a turbulent world. The inclusion of characters like “el loco Puentecito” infuses the song with a personal and local touch, suggesting they were well-known characters in the community, thereby placing the Tango firmly within a specific social and emotional landscape.

Enrique Cadícamo

Enrique Cadícamo was a prolific Argentine lyricist and poet, remembered for his significant contribution to the Tango genre.