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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.
Chanta cuatro is a Tango written by Antonio Cadícamo and composed by Antonio Cadícamo.
“Chanta cuatro” lyrically portrays the deep infatuation and emotional transformation of a man charmed by a captivating woman. The woman described is alluring with her striking eyes and enchanting features, crafted almost for the sole purpose of adoration. Her influence is so profound that it has entirely altered his life, indicating a shift from his previous indifferent self to someone utterly captivated by her presence. The expression “Chanta cuatro” in this context suggests she has made a significant and decisive play in the game of his love life, altering its course completely.
The repeated references to dancing, especially tango, in the lyrics symbolize the dynamic and seductive nature of the woman but also, more broadly, the dance of relationships. Tango, a dance that requires both skill and an emotional undercurrent, represents the complex interplay between the man and the woman. The phrase “En la timba de mi amor,” referring to a gambling setting in romance, underscores love as a high-stakes game, where she has strategically altered the odds in her favor, leaving a profound impact on the narrator.
Created in 1928 in Argentina, “Chanta cuatro” emerges from a period rich with the cultural flourishing of tango as both a dance and a musical genre. During this era, tango lyrics often reflected themes of passion, melancholy, and nostalgia, embedded within the urban landscape of Buenos Aires. The references such as “En Flores y en Barracas,” neighborhoods of Buenos Aires, and “París” give this Tango an international dimension, illustrating the universal appeal and influence of tango, transcending local boundaries during the 20th century. The historical backdrop also reflects a time of significant social changes, where issues of love, identity, and class were often explored through music and dance.
Antonio Cadícamo was a renowned Argentinian lyricist and composer, known for his significant contributions to the genre of Tango.