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Chistando

Chistando is a Tango written by Francisco Canaro and recorded by Alfredo De Angelis in 1961. The Tango Chistando is written by Francisco Canaro, Alfredo De Angelis has recorded Chistando with the singer Lalo Martel.
“Chistando,” meaning “Whistling” in English, carries the playful essence of a fleeting breeze captured in melody. Each note flits like a bird, a gentle call echoing across the dance floor, inviting the heart to follow its airy lead. It’s a tango of whispers, where silence and sound embrace in a dance as timeless as a quiet sigh.

Tango

Style

Alfredo De Angelis

Orchestra

Lalo Martel

Singer

Francisco Canaro

Author

Francisco Canaro

Composer

1961/6/26

Date

Lalo Martel
Lalo Martel
Alfredo De Angelis
Alfredo De Angelis

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Lyrics Translation of the Tango Chistando

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

Letra del Tango Chistando

Hace rato que yo andaba, campaneando una pebeta
Y hoy la encuentro por la calle, papirusa y muy coqueta,
Si hasta me parece un sueño
Que yo tenga un metejón.
Hace tiempo que con ansia, yo esperaba este momento
De encontrarla en cualquier parte y decirle lo que siento,
Y hoy que la tengo presente
No me pierdo esta ocasión.

(Chistando)
¡Chist!… ¡Chist!… ¡Chist!…
Oiga, nena, rica,
¿Me permite una palabra?
Hace mucho tiempo
Que le estoy arrastrando el ala.
Yo con usted estoy metido
Metido de corazón,
Oiga, piba linda
No desprecie esta ocasión.

Si usted acepta mi cariño, le aseguro vida mía
Que por mal que anden las cosas va a morfar todos los días,
Y si es conmigo, buenita
Seré su esclavo y señor.
Yo quisiera a usted ofrecerle, para tenerla contenta,
Auto, alhajas, viaje a Europa y un chalet con tres sirvientas,
Pero en cambio, mi vidita
Yo le ofrezco mucho amor.

English lyrics of the Tango "Chistando"

For a while, I’ve been scoping out a young girl
And today I find her on the street, fancy and coquettish,
It even feels like a dream
That I am truly smitten.
For a long time, with eagerness, I awaited this moment
To find her anywhere and tell her how I feel,
And now that she is here
I won’t miss this chance.

(Whistling)
Pssst… Pssst… Pssst…
Listen, sweet girl,
May I have a word?
For a long time
I’ve been softly courting you.
I am deeply into you
Wholeheartedly,
Listen, pretty girl,
Do not spurn this moment.

If you accept my love, I assure you, my life,
No matter how tough things are, you’ll dine every day,
And if it’s with me, my beauty,
I’ll be your slave and master.
I would like to offer you, to keep you happy,
Cars, jewels, a trip to Europe, and a chalet with three servants,
But instead, my dear
I offer you my profound love.

Chistando by Francisco Canaro

Chistando is a Tango written by Francisco Canaro and composed by Francisco Canaro.



Story behind the Tango Chistando

“Chistando” is a vivid portrayal of a man’s pursuit of love, emphasized through the street encounter with a woman he has been infatuated with. The lyrics capture a moment where longing and hope collide as the man finally gets a chance to express his feelings. He reminisces about seeing her transform into a beautiful and fashionable woman and seizes the opportunity to woo her. The use of conversational and persuasive language, marked by the call “¡Chist!… ¡Chist!… ¡Chist!…,” underscores his earnest endeavor to draw her attention and communicate his affection.



Symbolism of Chistando

In “Chistando,” the recurring sound “¡Chist!…¡Chist!…¡Chist!…” symbolically signifies both an attempt to catch someone’s attention and a deeper sense of urgency and desire. This interjection is pivotal, serving as a bridge between the protagonist’s internal desires and the external action of engaging the woman. The symbolic offer of material wealth contrasted with the reality of what he can provide—his love—deepens the theme of genuine affection transcending materialistic allure.



Chistando in Historic Context

Recorded in 1961, “Chistando” by Francisco Canaro reflects the romantic idealism and social dynamics of mid-20th century Argentina. During this period, Tango was not just a dance or musical genre but a cultural phenomenon that often explored themes of love, passion, and sometimes socio-economic narratives. The aspirations towards a European lifestyle, hinted at with mentions of “Auto, alhajas, viaje a Europa” (Cars, jewels, trip to Europe), reflect the societal admiration for European standards of luxury and status prevalent at the time.



Francisco Canaro

Francisco Canaro was an influential Uruguayan-Argentine Tango composer and orchestra leader, whose career spanned much of the early to mid-20th century.