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Con mi perro

Con mi perro is a Milonga written by Aníbal Troilo and recorded by Rodolfo Biagi in 1946. The Milonga Con mi perro is written by Aníbal Troilo, Rodolfo Biagi has recorded Con mi perro with the singer Alberto Amor.
“Con mi perro,” or “With My Dog” in English, captures the essence of companionship and loyalty found in the simplest of bonds. The music flows like a shared journey, delicate yet profound, evoking the joy of unspoken understanding. It speaks of walks through sunlit paths and quiet moments that require no words, only the comfort of presence by your side.

Milonga

Style

Rodolfo Biagi

Orchestra

Alberto Amor

Singer

José María Contursi

Author

Aníbal Troilo

Composer

1946/7/10

Date

Alberto Amor
Alberto Amor
Rodolfo Biagi
Rodolfo Biagi

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Lyrics Translation of the Milonga Con mi perro

This is the translation of the Milonga “Con mi perro” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Milonga “Con mi perro” have been done with AI.

Letra del Milonga Con mi perro

Voy más cansao que mi perro,
que es la sombra de mi sombra. (bis)
Por veinte caminos muertos
anduve con él a solas.
Los ojos llenos de sueño,
de tierra y de malas horas.
Voy más cansao que mi perro,
que es la sombra de mi sombra.

Me lo dejaron cachorro
y a mi lado se hizo perro. (bis)
Se fue templando de a poco
como se templó su dueño.
Carbón de rabo los ojos
y ahora tiene gris el pelo.
Me lo dejaron cachorro,
y a mi lado se hizo perro.

No me ha quedao ni el recuerdo,
ni el dolor de tantas cosas. (bis)
La luna cubrió el sendero
y sigo con él a solas.
Ni amor, ni pingo, ni apero,
ni rastros de aquella tropa.
Me queda sólo mi perro,
que es la sombra de mi sombra.

English lyrics of the Milonga "Con mi perro"

I’m more tired than my dog,
who is the shadow of my shadow. (bis)
Across twenty dead paths
I walked alone with him.
Eyes full of sleep,
of dirt and bad times.
I’m more tired than my dog,
who is the shadow of my shadow.

They left him as a puppy
and by my side, he became a dog. (bis)
He slowly toughened up
just as his owner did.
Eyes like coals in his tail
and now his fur is gray.
They left him as a puppy,
and by my side, he became a dog.

I have not even the memory left,
nor the pain of so many things. (bis)
The moon covered the path
and I continue alone with him.
No love, no horse, no gear,
no traces of that troop.
I have only my dog left,
who is the shadow of my shadow.

Con mi perro by José María Contursi

Con mi perro is a Tango written by José María Contursi and composed by Aníbal Troilo.



Story behind the Tango Con mi perro

The lyrics of “Con mi perro” by José María Contursi depict a deep and weary bond between a man and his dog, who is described as “the shadow of my shadow.” Through the shared experiences of life’s hardships, represented by “twenty dead roads,” the character conveys a sense of exhaustion and companionship. This relationship metaphorically reflects the man’s lifelong journey alongside his loyal companion, experiencing the erosion of time and spirit together. The repetitive structure of the lyrics, with lines echoing earlier sentiments, emphasizes the cyclical and unending nature of their shared experiences.



Symbolism of Con mi perro

The dog in “Con mi perro” is not just a pet but a profound symbol of companionship and shared destiny. Phrases like “he became a dog by my side” signify the dog’s growth parallel to the narrator’s own life, suggesting a simultaneous and interdependent maturation. The repeated metaphor of “the shadow of my shadow” carries deep emotional weight, indicating how closely integrated the dog’s life is with the man’s—each mirroring and shadowing the other in their shared journey, reflecting themes of loyalty and enduring support. The imagery of their eyes, once bright and now filled with “coal tail” and graying fur, poignantly highlights the passage of time and life’s inevitable decline.



Con mi perro in historic Context

“Con mi perro” was written and recorded in Argentina in 1946 by José María Contursi. This era in Argentina was a time of considerable change and political upheaval, which might reflect the themes of loneness and endurance in the tango. The cultural significance of the tango during this period, often associated with expressions of melancholy and deep emotional narratives, aligns well with the song’s theme of faithful companionship amidst life’s trials. This historical backdrop may enrich our understanding of the song as a reflective piece on survival and companionship in times of personal or collective struggle.



José María Contursi

José María Contursi was a prominent Argentine lyricist known for his profoundly emotional tangos, often tinged with themes of love, sorrow, and existential reflection.