Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ
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 tus besos is a Tango written by Domingo Rosa and composed by Santiago Ricci.
“Con tus besos” or “With Your Kisses” captures a narrative of profound longing and eventual fulfillment through the repeated motif of kisses. Each stanza builds on the anticipation that with each kiss, a deeper emotional and possibly a transformative experience is achieved. The lyrics express hope and belief that love’s expressions, symbolized by kisses, can change sorrow into joy, calm into exultation.
The imagery of kisses in “Con tus besos” transcends mere physical interactions, representing deeper layers of connection and transformation. Phrases like “tus besos que venero” (your kisses that I worship) and “la vida es mas hermosa” (life is more beautiful) showcase kisses as sacred and life-altering. This device emphasizes the power of love and intimacy to alter one’s experience of life from mundane or painful to sublime and colored “de rosa” (in pink), implying a romantic and optimistic hue.
Recorded in Argentina in 1938, “Con tus besos” was created in a period of complex social and political changes worldwide including the looming onset of World War II. Argentina itself during this time experienced significant shifts, with the rise of influential political figures and cultural movements. In such a historic backdrop, the yearning for personal joy and comfort as reflected in the tango could resonate with a general public mood seeking escapism and emotional solace in small, personal moments like a lover’s kiss.
Domingo Rosa was a noted figure within the Argentine tango scene, recognized for imbuing his compositions with deep emotional layers.