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Chiqué

Chiqué is a Tango written by Ricardo Luis Brignolo and recorded by Florindo Sassone in 1973. Florindo Sassone has recorded Chiqué as an instrumental Tango.
“Chiqué,” which translates to “Elegance” in English, is more than just a name; it’s a dance of refined charm and subtle allure. The music drapes itself in sophistication, where every note is like a step in a ballroom of dreams. Its rhythmic grace whispers a promise of enchantment, evoking a world where class and poise reign supreme.

Tango

Style

Florindo Sassone

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Ricardo Brignolo

Author

Ricardo Luis Brignolo

Composer

1973/1/1

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Florindo Sassone
Florindo Sassone

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Chiqué recorded by other Orchestras

Chiqué recorded by other Orchestras

1973/1/1 – Royal Pigall (Que has hecho de mi carino) – Hector Varela
1973/1/1 – Fueron tres anos – Hector Varela
1973/1/1 – Y te parece todavia – Hector Varela
1973/1/1 – Con flauta y guitarra – Hector Varela
1973/1/1 – Asi bailaban mis abuelos – Hector Varela
Chique – 1944/3/3 – Anibal Troilo – Instrumental
Chique – (unknown date) – Anibal Troilo – Instrumental
Chique – 1942/12/22 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
Chique – 1953/5/28 – Osvaldo Pugliese – Instrumental
Chique – 1985/12/26 – Osvaldo Pugliese – Instrumental
Chique – 1936/1/17 – Edgardo Donato – Instrumental
Chique – 1970/1/1 – Jose Basso –
Chique – 1973/1/1 – Florindo Sassone – Instrumental
Chique – 1950/1/1 – Astor Piazzolla – Instrumental
Chique – 1946/6/19 – Osmar Maderna – Instrumental
Chique – 1946/1/1 – Osmar Maderna – Instrumental
Chique – 1970/5/20 – Enrique Francini – Instrumental
Chique – 1928/3/15 – Roberto Firpo – Instrumental
Chique – 1973/1/1 – Francini-Pontier – Instrumental
Chique – 1953/9/22 – Francini-Pontier – Instrumental

Letra del Tango Chiqué

Ya me estoy poniendo mal

de verte así

con las pilchas tan de bute

y ese berretín

que un gil de mucho vento te compró

para tenerte a su lado.

Si supiera que mañana te fugás

para la vieja querencia,

aquel bulín donde los viejos recuerdos

y alegrías que vivistes

te hicieron tan feliz.



Recuerdo que eras más linda

que una guinda

y un pelpa de cien,

y venías paseando tarde a tarde

con una piel de zorro

y un encantador vaivén…

Y la barra de muchachitos

te acechaba por doquier…

Te batían muchas cosas

que te dije yo también.



Y hoy que el tiempo aquel ya se ha fugado

y sin grupo te amaré,

porque manyo como te has portado

y conmigo nunca empleastes un chiqué.

Es por eso que te he respondido

en todas las rachas de la vida…

Mi encantito, mi piba querida,

soy de línea, soy de línea yo también.

English lyrics of the Tango "Chiqué"

I’m starting to feel bad

seeing you like this

in such fancy clothes

and that fancy notion

that some rich fool bought you

just to keep you by his side.

If only he knew that tomorrow you’d escape

back to the old haunts,

that corner where old memories

and joys you lived

made you so happy.

I remember you were prettier

than a cherry

and a hundred dollar bill,

and you’d stroll past every evening

in a fox fur

and a charming sway…
And a crowd of boys
would watch you everywhere…
They’d tell you many things
which I also told you.

And now that those times have fled

and without company, I will love you,

because I know how you have behaved

and you never played tricks with me.

That’s why I’ve been there for you

through all life’s ups and downs…
My little charm, my darling girl,
I am steadfast, I am steadfast too.

Chiqué by Ricardo Brignolo

Chiqué is a Tango written by Ricardo Brignolo and composed by Ricardo Luis Brignolo.



Story behind the Tango Chiqué

“Chiqué” resonates as a poignant reflection of love and transformation over time within the quaint streets of Argentina. The narrator recalls a time when the beloved was young, captivating, and full of life, contrasted sharply with their current state, influenced by someone wealthier. The song narrates a profound emotional journey from the past happiness shared in simpler times, to a present where materialism has seemingly overshadowed genuine affection.



Symbolism of Chiqué

Symbolism is deeply woven throughout the lyrics of “Chiqué.” Words like “pilchas tan de bute” (ostentatious clothes) and “un gil de mucho vento” (a man of much wind/money) encapsulate the clash between authentic emotional connections and materialism. The term “chiqué” itself, often meaning deceitfulness in tango vernacular, captures the essence of pretense or facade in relationships, alluding to how people can mask true feelings with superficiality. The recurring memories of the old room (“bulín”) and lost loves suggest a yearning for a return to authenticity and genuine happiness.



Chiqué in Historical Context

Recorded in 1973 in Argentina, a time marked by political unrest and societal shifts, “Chiqué” mirrors the personal upheavals in a changing society. During this era, societal values were intensely scrutinized, and personal relations were not immune to these evaluations. This song, situated in this historical backdrop, might be seen as a commentary on the strains that socio-economic changes can bring to personal and intimate entities like love and loyalty.



Ricardo Brignolo

Ricardo Brignolo was an esteemed Argentine lyricist, known for his contributions to the genre of Tango, capturing the spirit and complexity of Argentine culture.