Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ
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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.
Con alma de tango is a Tango written by Carlos Waiss and composed by Juan D’ARIENZO.
“Con alma de tango” translates to “With the soul of tango” in English, which is a profound declaration of the deep connection and identity the speaker has with the essence of tango music. Carlos Waiss, through his poignant lyrics, narrates a tale of profound sorrow and disillusionment. The tango, often characterized by its dramatic and emotional intensity, is used here as a metaphor for the narrator’s own soul – filled with bitterness and weary from despair and disappointments.
The lyrics of “Con alma de tango” are rich with symbolic elements that enhance its emotional depth. Phrases like “cargado de rencor y desengaños” (loaded with rancor and disappointments) and “amargo como mi dolor” (bitter as my pain) establish a vivid imagery of internal suffering. The repeated reference to the soul—“Yo soy el alma misma de mi tango”—emphasizes a deep, intrinsic link between the narrator’s essence and the tango, suggesting that both share a common narrative of heartache. The “copa vacía” (empty glass), which once held “el vino del recuerdo” (the wine of remembrance), symbolizes lost love and the emptiness left behind, intensifying the theme of longing and loss.
Recorded in 1946, a period of significant socio-political changes in Argentina, “Con alma de tango” reflects the melancholic spirit that often pervaded the national mood. Post-World War II era was a time of uncertainty and rebuilding, and tango music, with its introspective and often somber tones, became an outlet for expressing collective emotions. The geographical location of the creation, Argentina, is instrumental as tango was deeply rooted in its culture, serving not only as entertainment but also as a form of personal and communal expression. The historic and emotional scars of the time are mirrored in the somber narrative of the tango.
Carlos Waiss was an influential figure in the tango music scene, known for his rich lyrical compositions that often delved into themes of love, pain, and nostalgia.