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Aromas

Aromas is a Tango written by Osvaldo Fresedo and recorded by Osvaldo Fresedo in 1956. The Tango Aromas is written by Osvaldo Fresedo, Osvaldo Fresedo has recorded Aromas with the singer Carlos Barrios.
“Aromas,” translated into English as “Scents,” is a musical tapestry that captures the essence of fleeting memories. Each note dances like a whisper in the air, evoking the subtle fragrance of a moment cherished long ago. This piece invites listeners to wander through a garden of emotions, where every melody is a petal carrying the perfume of nostalgia.

Tango

Style

Osvaldo Fresedo

Orchestra

Carlos Barrios

Singer

Emilio Fresedo

Author

Osvaldo Fresedo

Composer

1956/5/16

Date

Carlos Barrios
Carlos Barrios
Osvaldo Fresedo
Osvaldo Fresedo

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Lyrics Translation of the Tango Aromas

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

Letra del Tango Aromas

En mi pecho anida una pena
que no sé del todo explicar,
sólo siento que corre serena
una vida que pasa y se va.
Como aromas deja el pasado
de otro tiempo que fue mejor,
y ese sueño de niño dorado
vio lo cierto cuando despertó.

Es el recuerdo de ayer
que me invita a pensar,
porque palpito en él:
las aventuras de amor,
el colegio, el placer
que hallaba juguetón.
Y de las flores de casa
aquel perfume embriagador
ya no siente el que pasa
porque fue el tiempo
quien lo llevó.

Cuando tu mente vuelva
a los años que se van,
siempre verá la huella
con antojo de llorar.

¡Cuántas las ilusiones!…
¡Cuantas mi alma vio pasar,
y ellas están entonces
casi borradas porque se van!

English lyrics of the Tango "Aromas"

In my chest nests a sorrow
that I can’t fully explain,
I just feel it flowing calmly
a life that passes and fades away.
Like scents left by the past
from another time that was better,
and that dream of a golden child
saw the truth when he awoke.

It’s the memory of yesterday
that invites me to think,
because in it I feel a thrill:
the adventures of love,
the school, the joy
found playfully.
And from the flowers at home
that intoxicating scent
is no longer sensed by those passing by
for it was time
that took it away.

When your mind returns
to the years that are slipping away,
it always sees the mark
with a yearning to cry.

So many illusions!…
So many my soul saw passing by,
and they are almost erased because they fade away!

Aromas by Emilio Fresedo

Aromas is a Tango written by Emilio Fresedo and composed by Osvaldo Fresedo.



Story behind the Tango Aromas

“Aromas” delves into the profound realms of nostalgia and reflection. The poet interiorizes a deep sorrow that is complex and elusive, seemingly connected to fleeting moments and lost times. This song is a poignant expression of the bittersweet, ephemeral nature of life and the quintessential human desire to capture or recall moments of joy and pain that inevitably slip away. The themes of fleeting time and lost youth are recounted through metaphorical “aromas,” symbolizing the faint, lingering essence of past experiences.



Symbolism of Aromas

In “Aromas,” Emilio Fresedo utilizes the compelling symbol of fragrance to evoke the essence of past memories and experiences that have faded yet continue to shape one’s consciousness. The very title “Aromas” suggests memories that are as intangible yet pervasive as scents carried on the breeze. Key phrases such as “Como aromas deja el pasado” and “Y de las flores de casa aquel perfume embriagador” enrich the lyrical content, highlighting the potency of sensory experiences in evoking the past. This symbolism poignantly captures the elusive nature of memory and the human longing to grasp the intangible.



Aromas in Historic Context

Written and recorded in 1956 in Argentina, “Aromas” reflects a period marked by social, political, and cultural upheavals. The nation was navigating the complexities of post-Perón era leading to instability and introspection among the populace. The nostalgic tone of the lyrics could be interpreted as a metaphor for a nation’s yearning for “better times” amidst contemporary struggles. This context enriches the emotional depth of the song, providing a layer of communal nostalgia to Fresedo’s personal reflections.



Emilio Fresedo

Emilio Fresedo was a distinguished Argentine writer and musician, known for his contributions to Tango, a musical genre deeply rooted in Argentine culture.