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Cascabelito

Cascabelito is a Tango written by José Bohr and recorded by Osvaldo Pugliese in 1955. The Tango Cascabelito is written by José Bohr, Osvaldo Pugliese has recorded Cascabelito with the singer Jorge Maciel.
“Cascabelito,” translated as “Little Bell” in English, evokes the gentle chime of a delicate ornament swaying in the breeze. This piece of music, much like a Tango, embodies the blend of elegance and liveliness, capturing moments of subtle passion and spirited rhythm. Its melody dances gracefully, resonating with the charm of a timeless serenade.

Tango

Style

Osvaldo Pugliese

Orchestra

Jorge Maciel

Singer

Juan Andrés Caruso

Author

José Bohr

Composer

1955/9/22

Date

Jorge Maciel
Jorge Maciel
Osvaldo Pugliese
Osvaldo Pugliese

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Lyrics Translation of the Tango Cascabelito

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

Letra del Tango Cascabelito

Entre la loca alegría

volvamos a darnos cita

misteriosa mascarita

de aquel loco Carnaval.

Donde estás Cascabelito,

mascarita pizpireta,

tan bonita y tan coqueta

con tu risa de cristal.



Cascabel, Cascabelito;

ríe, ríe y no llores

que tu risa juvenil

tenga perfumes de tus amores.

Cascabel, Cascabelito;

ríe, no tengas cuidado

que aunque no estoy a tu lado

te llevo en mi corazón.



Mascarita misteriosa,

por tener mi alma suspensa

me ofreciste en recompensa

tu boca como un clavel.

Y cuando nos despedimos

llenos de dulce embeleso,

el ruido de nuestro beso

lo apagó tu cascabel.

English lyrics of the Tango "Cascabelito"

Among the crazy joy

let’s meet again

mysterious little mask

from that mad Carnival.

Where are you, Little Bell,

cheeky little mask,

so pretty and flirtatious

with your crystal laugh.

Bell, Little Bell;

laugh, laugh and don’t cry

may your youthful laughter

have the scents of your loves.
Bell, Little Bell;
laugh, don’t worry
for though I’m not by your side
I carry you in my heart.

Mysterious little mask,

for holding my soul in suspense

you rewarded me

with your mouth like a carnation.
And when we said goodbye

filled with sweet enchantment,

the sound of our kiss

was silenced by your bell.

Cascabelito by Juan Andrés Caruso

Cascabelito is a Tango written by Juan Andrés Caruso and composed by José Bohr.



Story behind the Tango Cascabelito

The tango “Cascabelito” encapsulates a vivid tale of a fleeting encounter during a carnival, setting a scene brimming with joy, mystery, and ephemeral romance. The lyrics express a nostalgic yearning to revisit a past celebration, inviting a mysterious masked woman, termed “mascarita,” who left a profound impression during the frenzy of the festivities. The figure of “Cascabelito,” which translates to “little bell” in English, symbolizes the vibrant, melodious presence of this woman, characterized by her liveliness and the distinct sound of her laugh, likened to the ringing of a bell.



Symbolism of Cascabelito

The central symbols in “Cascabelito” include the cascabel (bell) and the mascarita (mask). The bell represents not only the persona’s appealing and resonant laughter but also signifies the ephemeral nature of the carnival—moments that are beautiful yet transient, echoing briefly and then fading away. The masked woman or ‘mascarita’ symbolizes the mystery and allure of carnival attendees who don masks to conceal their identities, thus becoming anyone they wish for the night, and leaving a haunting trace in the memory of those they encounter. The repeated call to “rie, no tengas cuidado” (laugh, don’t worry) underscores the theme of preserving joy and carefreeness amidst the inevitable passage of time and separation.



Cascabelito in Historic Context

“Cascabelito” was composed in 1955, a period marked by significant social and cultural developments in Argentina, post the influential rule of Juan Perón. This era was characterized by a heightened engagement with traditional expressions of culture such as tango, which served as a medium for the populace to process their complex emotions and circumstances. The nostalgic and celebratory tones of the tango likely resonate with the collective sentiment of re-imagining and longing for the past moments of joy and vivacity, typical in a time of national uncertainty and transition.



Juan Andrés Caruso

Juan Andrés Caruso was a prolific Argentine lyricist known for his deep engagement with the tango genre.