Cómo nos cambia la vida by Marvil

Cómo nos cambia la vida is a Tango written by Marvil and composed by Roberto Rufino.

Story behind the Tango Cómo nos cambia la vida

The tango “Cómo nos cambia la vida” narrates a poignant tale of loss and disillusionment within a relationship. It reflects on the transformation of a person from innocence to weariness, underlined by the protagonist’s confrontation with his partner’s changed appearance and demeanor. The repeated exclamation “¡Cómo nos cambia la vida!” emphasizes how life’s experiences alter our perceptions and realities, often leaving behind a sorrowful nostalgia for what once was.

Symbolism of Cómo nos cambia la vida

The lyrical content is rich with symbolism, notably in the references to cosmetics—rouge on the lips and dyed hair—which signify the superficial changes that mask deeper, personal transformations. The “veneno” or poison, linked with the rouge, symbolizes how these superficialities can corrupt genuine emotions. The mirrors serve as a tool for self-reflection, urging the listener to look beyond surface changes and recognize the internal alterations that life imposes.

Cómo nos cambia la vida in historic Context

Recorded in 1953, in post-World War II Argentina, this tango resonates with a period of significant social and economic shifts. The lyrics indirectly comment on the societal changes happening in Argentina, where rapid modernization and urbanization were altering traditional lifestyles and values. This transformation can be reflective of the protagonist’s lament over the loss of purity and innocence, mirrored by the physical and moral changes in his partner, symptomatic of broader societal changes.

Marvil

Marvil, the lyricist of the song, is known for his reflective and often melancholic tango lyrics that explore complex human emotions and interpersonal dynamics.