Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ
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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.
Buen amigo is a Tango written by Juan Carlos Marambio Catán and composed by Julio de Caro.
The lyrics of “Buen amigo” vividly illustrate the deep emotional crux of friendship through both hardship and joy. The core theme revolves around the steadfastness of a true friend who provides support whether one is triumphant or defeated. The references to the comfort and revival brought about by a friend’s hand in times of despair or fall illustrate a profound dependence and appreciation for friendship.
The recurring motif of ‘la mano del buen amigo’ (the hand of a good friend) symbolizes support and salvation. This hand is not just a physical extension but a metaphorical lifeline offered in moments of need. The words ‘tu mano firme y fiel me alzará’ (your firm and faithful hand will lift me up) evoke feelings of hope and reassurance. Furthermore, the comparison of the friend’s heart to a ‘noble sin par’ (unmatched noble) enhances the exaltation of the friend’s virtues.
Written in post-World War II Argentina, “Buen amigo” reflects a cultural context where friendship and loyalty were crucial for emotional and sometimes physical survival. The 1940s in Argentina were times of significant social and political change, making the themes of solidarity and support even more resonant. The reference to enduring hardship ‘en los riscos del camino’ (on the cliffs of the road) could be interpreted both personally and as a reflection of the turmoil within the country during that period.
Juan Carlos Marambio Catán was an esteemed Argentinian lyricist known for his contributions to the Tango genre.