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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.
Bonanza is a Tango written by José Ortega and composed by Armando Ignacio Giannelli.
The lyrics of “Bonanza” reflect a deep emotional narrative of regret and longing for forgiveness. José Ortega masterfully portrays the story of someone who failed to appreciate genuine emotions and sincere acts, the protagonist having taken true intentions for granted and now seeks redemption. Positioned in a confessional tone, the speaker acknowledges their past inability to discern true feelings, symbolized by placing “a black crepe” on their pure-hearted counterpart’s heart as a metaphor for sorrow or mourning inflicted by their actions.
In “Bonanza,” Ortega uses several symbolic elements to deepen the emotive impact. The black crepe symbolizes sorrow and perhaps guilt, affixed on the heart of someone described as pure and straightforward, impacts heavily with its imagery of mourning. Phrases like “Un negro crespón puse en tu corazón” and “With the clasped hands, knelt down praying for the longed-for forgiveness” are evocative, painting a vivid picture of seeking redemption. The brightest symbol is the “bonanza” itself—translating to ‘good weather’ or ‘prosperity’ in English—which is emblematic of hope and a renewal of peace and happiness as suggested by phrases like “the sky will put its message of peace” and “the radiant stripe, a sign of hope.” It is an emotional resurgence from the depths of regret and the restoration of peace and unity.
Written in Argentina in 1958, “Bonanza” emerges in a period marked by political and social upheavals. This era in Argentine history was punctuated by revolutions and a return to constitutional rule. In such times, themes of redemption and hope as expressed in the song resonate deeply with the collective consciousness of a society seeking stability and prosperity. This tango, with its themes of personal and possibly communal rebirth, mirrors the country’s desire for a peaceful and prosperous future amidst prevailing uncertainty.
José Ortega was an influential figure in the tango scene, known for infusing his compositions with deep emotional and often narrative lyrics that resonate with the listener’s spirit.