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Bailarín de contraseña

Bailarín de contraseña is a Tango written by Víctor Felice and recorded by Ángel d’Agostino in 1945. The Tango Bailarín de contraseña is written by Víctor Felice, Ángel d’Agostino has recorded Bailarín de contraseña with the singer Ángel Vargas.
“Bailarín de contraseña,” translated as “Password Dancer,” evokes a world where secrecy meets artistry. The music weaves an intricate dance of hidden keys, each note unlocking emotions guarded by silence. Within this tango’s embrace, every step unveils a mystery, inviting us to explore the cryptic rhythm of hearts bound by clandestine desires.

Tango

Style

Ángel d'Agostino

Orchestra

Ángel Vargas

Singer

Carlos Lucero

Author

Víctor Felice

Composer

1945/8/27

Date

Ángel Vargas
Ángel Vargas
Ángel d'Agostino
Ángel d’Agostino

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Lyrics Translation of the Tango Bailarín de contraseña

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

Letra del Tango Bailarín de contraseña

Sábado a la tarde, te planchás el traje
Te cortás el pelo, después te afeitás,
Con bastante crema te hacés dar masajes,
Gomina y colonia, luego te peinás.

Lista tu figura, llegada la noche
Te vestís ligero después de cenar,
Con un cigarrillo prendido en los labios
Sales de tu casa, te vas a bailar.

Y al llegar al “Sportivo”,
Con tu silueta elegante,
Te detienes en la puerta
Con los aires de un doctor.
Está atenta tu mirada,
Para ver si está el amigo,
Que anteayer te prometiera
La entradita de favor.

Y mientras vas esperando
Ya tenés todo planeado,
Si no aparece el amigo
Te la sabes arreglar.
Esperás el intervalo
Y con tu cara risueña,
Le pedís la contraseña
A todo aquel que se va.

English lyrics of the Tango "Bailarín de contraseña"

Saturday afternoon, you iron your suit
You cut your hair, then you shave,
With plenty of cream, you get massages,
Hair gel and cologne, then you comb your hair.

Your look complete, when night arrives
You dress lightly after dinner,
With a cigarette lit in your lips
You leave your house, you go dancing.

And upon arriving at the “Sportivo,”
With your elegant silhouette,
You stop at the door
With the airs of a doctor.
Your gaze is alert,
To see if your friend is there,
Who the day before yesterday promised you
A favor entry.

And while you wait
You have everything planned,
If the friend doesn’t show
You know how to manage.
You wait for the interval
And with your smiling face,
You ask for the password
From everyone who leaves.

Bailarín de contraseña by Carlos Lucero

Bailarín de contraseña is a Tango written by Carlos Lucero and composed by Víctor Felice.



Story behind the Tango Bailarín de contraseña

The lyrics of “Bailarín de contraseña” portray the preparations and anticipation involved in getting ready for a night of dance, specifically in a milonga—a social dance event featuring Tango. The protagonist meticulously grooms himself, dressing sharply for the occasion, which highlights a social ritual deeply rooted in the Argentine Tango culture. Upon arriving at the venue, named “Sportivo,” his careful observation and interactions reveal a desire to belong and participate in the dance, suggesting themes of social connection, anticipation, and perhaps a hint of anxiety about securing entry, often dependent on social connections or ‘favor’.



Symbolism of Bailarín de contraseña

The title “Bailarín de contraseña” literally translates to “Password Dancer,” symbolizing the nuanced social dances, not just on the dance floor but at the doorway—where gaining access also requires the right social ‘passwords’ or connections. The grooming ritual symbolizes transformation and preparation for a social spectacle, while his dependency on a favor for entry shows the underlying economic or social vulnerabilities. The act of waiting and negotiating for entry through a password exchanges highlights the exclusivity and sometimes the superficiality of social gatherings.



Bailarín de contraseña in historic Context

Recorded in 1945, near the end of World War II, “Bailarín de contraseña” reflects a period of intense social and economic change. Argentina, relatively isolated from the war, was experiencing a cultural blossoming, with Tango at its heart, offering an escape from global anxieties. The milongas were not merely dance venues but social hubs where class and social lines could blur, yet, as the song implies, entry still required navigating those lines carefully. The lyrics subtly comment on the social stratifications and the human desire to find belonging and joy amidst routine or hardship.



Carlos Lucero

Carlos Lucero was an Argentine lyricist known for his contributions to the Tango genre, capturing the intricacies of everyday life and emotions in his work.