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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.
Barrio tranquilo is a Tango written by Victorino Velázquez and composed by Arturo Gallucci.
“Barrio tranquilo,” or “Quiet Neighborhood,” is a narrative about the experiences of nostalgia and sadness associated with separation from one’s mother. The lyrics poignantly depict the visual transformation of the neighborhood as night descends and the moon rises, infusing life into the outskirts. The poet emphasizes the contrast between the externally lively neighborhood and the internal sorrow of an elderly mother, forgotten and residing quietly in a small house adorned by a fence and a vine. This potent imagery conjures feelings of serene abandonment intertwined with a vivid recollection of familial bonds that tug at the heart boldly.
In these lyrics, several key phrases carry deeper meanings, symbolically amplifying the emotions conveyed. “La noche tiende su manto” metaphorically represents the onset of old age and possibly, obscurity, overshadowing the earlier vibrancy of life. The brightening moon symbolizes lingering memories that light up the emotional landscape of the protagonist even in the quiet sorrow. The ‘verja y el parral’ (fence and vine) symbolizes confinement and the entangled, complex relationships we hold dear, which both support and restrict us. The emotional climax, where the mother is remembered as “Pobrecita…qué tristeza hay en su vida,” highlights a universal fear of neglect and the heartache of separation, making velvety the somber tone of the tango.
Tango, recorded on October 4, 1944, carries the historical weight of a turbulent period in Argentina and the world, marked by World War II. This era influenced the tango, rooting it in expressions of loss, despair, and deep longing for normalcy and reunion. “Barrio tranquilo” surfaces as a reflective piece amidst chaos, offering a stark contrast between the peace of a quiet neighborhood and the emotional turmoil experienced by individuals. The timing also aligns with profound societal shifts and personal introspections, mirrored in the somber reflections and the poignant longing for a reunion with the beloved matriarch.
Victorino Velázquez was an influential tango lyricist, known for touching on themes of everyday life, love, and nostalgia, capturing the essence of the Argentine spirit.