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Cantor de mi barrio

Cantor de mi barrio is a Tango written by Juan José Riverol and recorded by Aníbal Troilo in NaN. The Tango Cantor de mi barrio is written by Juan José Riverol, Aníbal Troilo has recorded Cantor de mi barrio with the singer Roberto Goyeneche.
“Cantor de mi barrio,” or “Singer of My Neighborhood,” captures the soul of familiar streets and the echoes of everyday life. It is a heartfelt tribute to the voices that narrate the stories of our community, weaving tales of joy and sorrow. This piece of music, perhaps a Tango, envelops listeners in the warmth of shared memories and the spirit of belonging.

Tango

Style

Aníbal Troilo

Orchestra

Roberto Goyeneche

Singer

Francisco Loiácono

Author

Juan José Riverol

Composer

(unknown date)

Date

Roberto Goyeneche
Roberto Goyeneche
Aníbal Troilo
Aníbal Troilo

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Lyrics Translation of the Tango Cantor de mi barrio

This is the translation of the Tango “Cantor de mi barrio” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Tango “Cantor de mi barrio” have been done with AI.

Letra del Tango Cantor de mi barrio

Yo soy el cantor de mi barrio
que vino hasta el centro buscando olvidar.
Con una guitarra templada
y unos tangos viejos que aprendí al pasar.
Mi nombre no tiene importancia,
cantor del barrio me suelen llamar
y nadie conoce mi pena,
perdonen muchachos, les voy a contar.

Yo que a la vida le di
el encanto de amar
y perdiendo aprendí.
Hoy, que la he visto pasar,
sollozo al recordar
mi vieja herida.
Nunca le negué mi amor,
fue perverso el querer,
por ser bueno la amé.
Y al verla así, como la vi,
por esas calle de Dios
yo voy vagando sin fe.

Yo soy un murmullo de barrio
que canta su pena llorando al pasar.
Un hombre que vive sin vida,
que ha perdido todo por saber amar.
Me dicen cantor en mi barrio,
me piden que cante, no puedo cantar.
Si tengo una pena tan honda,
perdonen muchachos, quisiera llorar.

English lyrics of the Tango "Cantor de mi barrio"

I am the singer from my neighborhood
who came to the center seeking to forget.
With a tuned guitar
and some old tangos I learned along the way.
My name is of no importance,
the neighborhood singer, they usually call me
and nobody knows my sorrow,
forgive me, fellows, I’m going to tell you.

I, who gave life
the charm of love
and learned by losing.
Today, having seen it pass,
I sob remembering
my old wound.
I never denied her my love,
love was wicked,
for being good I loved her.
And seeing her as I saw her,
through those streets of God
I wander without faith.

I am a neighborhood whisper
singing its sorrow, crying as I pass.
A man who lives without life,
who lost everything for knowing how to love.
They call me singer in my neighborhood,
they ask me to sing, I cannot sing.
If I have such a deep sorrow,
forgive me, fellows, I wish to cry.

Cantor de mi barrio by

Cantor de mi barrio is a Tango written by and composed by Juan José Riverol.

Story behind the Tango Cantor de mi barrio

The tango “Cantor de mi barrio” presents the heartfelt lament of a neighborhood singer who ventures into the central areas, escaping from painful memories. Through a narrative rooted in personal sorrow and longing, the singer reveals a past filled with love lost and lessons learned. The lyrics convey an emotional confessional from a simple man whose life has been marked by the joys and sorrows of love. As this man of humble origins recounts his story, he extends his confession to the world, perhaps seeking a shared understanding of human experiences like love, loss, and the lingering shadows of regret.

Symbolism of Cantor de mi barrio

The lyrics employ powerful symbolism reflecting the deep emotional state of the singer. The “guitar” symbolizes the soul and sentiment of the singer, an instrument that channels his memories and aches through its strings. “Old tangos” represent nostalgia and the passage of time, underscoring a sense of longing for simpler, perhaps happier days. Phrases such as “nunca le negué mi amor” (I never denied her my love) highlight a theme of unconditional love and the pain that often accompanies it. The metaphor of “vagando sin fe” (wandering without faith) illustrates a loss of direction and hope, encapsulating the emotional void left by a failed romance.

Cantor de mi barrio in historic Context

Created in Buenos Aires, Argentina, the birthplace of tango, the piece resonates with the cultural and historical essence of the early 20th century. During this period, tango emerged as an expressive outlet for the working-class immigrants who populated Buenos Aires. The cultural backdrop described in the song mirrors the realities of many individuals who yearned for a connection amidst the bustling, impersonal cityscape. The singer’s return to the “barrio,” or neighborhood, highlights a common cultural theme—one’s roots providing solace in times of distress. Historically, this tango speaks to the socio-economic transitions occurring during Argentina’s rise as a cosmopolitan hub, reflecting the collective sentiment of displacement and introspection experienced by many.

composed “Cantor de mi barrio” with a deep understanding of tango’s emotive potential, blending narrative storytelling with music to evoke intense emotional responses and offering listeners a window into the trials of love and life.