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Chiqué

Chiqué is a Tango written by Ricardo Luis Brignolo and recorded by Francini-Pontier in 1973. Francini-Pontier has recorded Chiqué as an instrumental Tango.
“Chiqué” translates to “Swagger” in English, embodying the confident elegance and poised charm often seen in a mesmerizing dance. This piece of music weaves an intricate tapestry of rhythm and grace, capturing the essence of bold self-assurance. It resonates with the spirit of those who move through life with flair and refined audacity.

Tango

Style

Francini-Pontier

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Ricardo Brignolo

Author

Ricardo Luis Brignolo

Composer

1973/1/1

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Francini-Pontier
Francini-Pontier

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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 getting upset

to see you like this

in such fancy clothes

and that absurd notion

that some rich fool bought you

to keep you by his side.

If he knew that tomorrow you’d escape

back to your old place,

that little room where old memories

and joys you experienced

made you so happy.

I remember you were prettier

than a cherry

and a hundred-dollar bill,

and you would stroll around every afternoon

with a fox fur

and a charming sway…

And the group of young lads

would watch you everywhere…

They spoke a lot about you,

things I said too.

And now that those times have fled

and without anyone else I will love you,

because I know how you’ve behaved

and you never played games with me.

That’s why I’ve answered you

in all of life’s ups and downs…

My little charm, my darling girl,
I’m straightforward, straightforward 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” delves into a narrative of yearning and remembrance, interlacing themes of past love and the transformative effects of social ascension. The protagonist addresses a lost lover who has moved onto a life of greater affluence, now wearing lavish clothing (“pilchas tan de bute”) and potentially influenced by a wealthy but possibly unscrupulous new lover (“un gil de mucho vento”). This portrayal highlights a sense of nostalgia and bitterness towards change, presumably the change in the beloved’s lifestyle and associates.



Symbolism of Chiqué

The lyricist uses evocative descriptions and nostalgia-infused memories to paint an emotional picture of the past and present. Words like “pilchas tan de bute” (very fancy clothes) and “berretín” (obsession or fantasy) symbolize societal ascent and personal transformation, implying the emotional cost it incurs. Notably, “chiqué” in the tango context often refers to a pretentious attitude or deceit, highlighting the protagonist’s view on how relationships are masked or altered by social pretenses.



Chiqué in historic Context

Written in 1973, a period of significant social and political turbulence in Argentina, “Chiqué” reflects the complexities of societal relationships during times of change. The emphasis on personal integrity and remaining true to one’s roots (“soy de línea”, implying honesty and straightforwardness) speaks to broader themes of authenticity versus façade, resonating with a populace grappling with shifting societal norms and values.



Ricardo Brignolo

Ricardo Brignolo was an Argentinean lyricist known for his rich contributions to the genre of tango, encapsulating deep emotional and societal nuances in his works.