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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.
Canción de rango (Pa’ que se callen) is a Tango written by José María Suñé and composed by Raúl Kaplún.
“Canción de rango (Pa’ que se callen)” addresses the criticism often faced by tango music and dance, seen by some as melancholic or lowly. Suñé’s lyrics act as a bold defense, stating that tango holds a distinguished place in cultural expression, far from being merely a ‘dance of the mud.’ The song encourages those who appreciate tango to dance and listen, emphasizing its emotional depth and connection to the heart through phrases like “mi tango es danza triste, pero es canción de rango” (my tango is a sad dance, but it is a song of distinction).
The repeated references to ‘heart’ and ’emotion’ symbolize the central role of passion and feeling in tango, contrasting with its external perception as simply sad or sordid. The phrase “esta cadencia viril que se hace canto” (this virile cadence that becomes song) underlines the masculinity and vigor often associated with the dance, fostering a robust, almost challenging aura against its detractors.
Recorded in 1942, a time when Argentina was marked by political and social change, tango music often mirrored public sentiment, serving as an emotional outlet. In this context, Suñé’s lyrics can be seen as a reaffirmation of national identity and cultural pride, especially in a time when tango was integral to Argentinean culture, resonating deeply with themes of national pride and cultural affirmation.
José María Suñé was an Argentine lyricist renowned for his contributions to tango, infusing his works with deep emotionality and a sharp observation of life and culture during his time.