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Bajo Belgrano

Bajo Belgrano is a Tango written by Anselmo Aieta and recorded by Alfredo De Angelis in 1949. The Tango Bajo Belgrano is written by Anselmo Aieta, Alfredo De Angelis has recorded Bajo Belgrano with the singer Julio Martel.
“Bajo Belgrano,” which translates to “Under Belgrano” in English, is a vivid tapestry of sound immersing listeners in the heart of Buenos Aires. Its pulsating rhythms echo the vibrant life beneath the iconic neighborhood, where tradition meets the whisper of modernity. Each note paints a portrait of stories untold, weaving a narrative of history and dreams intertwined.

Tango

Style

Alfredo De Angelis

Orchestra

Julio Martel

Singer

Francisco García Jiménez

Author

Anselmo Aieta

Composer

1949/4/20

Date

Julio Martel
Julio Martel
Alfredo De Angelis
Alfredo De Angelis

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Lyrics Translation of the Tango Bajo Belgrano

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

Letra del Tango Bajo Belgrano

Bajo Belgrano… Cómo es de sana
tu brisa pampa de juventud,
que trae silbido, canción y risa
desde los patios de los studs.
¡Cuánta esperanza la que en voz vive!.
La del peoncito que le habla al crack:
-Sacame ‘e pobre, pingo querido,
¡no te me manques pa’l Nacional!…

Calle Blandengues… donde se asoma
la morochita linda y gentil,
que pone envueltas con su mirada
sus simpatías sobre un mandil…
En la alborada de los aprontes,
al trote corto del vareador,
se cruza el ansia de la fortuna
con la sonrisa del buen amor…

La tibia noche de primavera,
turban las violas en ‘El Lucero’,
se hizo la fija del parejero
y están de asado, baile y cantor.
Y mientras pierde la vida un tango
que el ronco fueye lento rezonga,
se alza la cifra de una milonga
con el elogio del cuidador.

Bajo Belgrano… cada semana,
el grito tuyo que viene al centro:
-¡Programa y montas para mañana…
Las ilusiones prendiendo va…
Y en el delirio de los domingos
tenés reunidos, frente a la cancha
gritando el nombre de tus cien pingos
los veinte barrios de la ciudad!…

English lyrics of the Tango "Bajo Belgrano"

Lower Belgrano… How wholesome is
your youthful pampa breeze,
bringing whistles, songs, and laughter
from the courtyards of the studs.
So much hope lives in your voice!
From the little stable hand speaking to the racehorse:
“Lift me from poverty, beloved steed,
don’t fail me for the National!”

Blandengues Street… where peeks out
the lovely and gentle dark-haired girl,
who lays her sympathies over an apron
with just her gaze…
At dawn of race preparations,
under the steady trot of the horse trainer,
fortune’s cravings intersect
with the smile of true love…

The warm spring night,
stirred by violas at “El Lucero”,
has become the bettor’s prime pick
and they’re enjoying barbecue, dance, and song.
And while a tango’s life fades away
to the hoarse, slowly complaining accordion,
a milonga’s worth rises
with the praise of the caretaker.

Lower Belgrano… every week,
your shout reaches the downtown:
“Programs and mounts for tomorrow,
kindling hopes as it goes…
And in the delirium of Sundays,
you gather, facing the field,
shouting the names of your hundred steeds,
the twenty neighborhoods of the city!

Bajo Belgrano by Francisco García Jiménez

Bajo Belgrano is a Tango written by Francisco García Jiménez and composed by Anselmo Aieta.


Story behind the Tango Bajo Belgrano

The lyrics of “Bajo Belgrano” capture the essence of youth, hope, and the bustling equestrian culture in the lower region of the Belgrano neighborhood of Buenos Aires. They paint a vivid picture of the local life, where hopes and dreams are interwoven with daily activities. The poet speaks directly to the spirit of Belgrano, acknowledging its healthy breezes and lively atmosphere, personifying the neighborhood as a vibrant and hopeful entity.



Symbolism of Bajo Belgrano

Significant moments in the lyrics include references to horse racing culture, symbolized through expressions such as “pong querido” referring to a beloved horse, and “no te me manques pa’l Nacional,” indicating hopes placed on a horse for winning a major race. The mention of “Calle Blandengues” introduces a street presumably located in the area, depicted as a place where locals gather, and the focus of a young woman adds a layer of romantic charm. The imagery of morning routines, fortunes sought in horse races, and communal gatherings underlines the neighborhood’s collective heartbeat.



Bajo Belgrano in Historic Context

Created in 1949, “Bajo Belgrano” emerges during a period when Argentina was experiencing significant political and social changes. Post World War II, the region was stabilizing and developing culturally. Tango, an integral part of Argentinian identity, often reflected societal sentiments. Belgrano, traditionally an upper-middle-class neighborhood, is depicted with a focus on its less affluent segment, illustrating daily life and aspirations tied to the local horse-racing culture, a popular pastime during this era. The Tango serves as a narrative bridge connecting cultural practices with community identity against the backdrop of a transforming society.



Francisco García Jiménez

Francisco García Jiménez was an influential lyricist and journalist known for his poignant contributions to the tango genre in Argentina.