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Confesión is a Tango written by and composed by Enrique Santos Discepolo.
“Confesión” is a poignant tale of self-sacrifice driven by love. The narrator speaks from an emotional depth, revealing a personal confession. He gave up his beloved for her own good, embracing the role of the villain to ensure her happiness and well-being. The story unfolds with the narrator witnessing his love living a better life without him, reinforcing the pain of his noble deception. His enduring affections manifest through solitude and suffering, evoking sympathy for his silent heroism.
The tango is rich in symbolism, particularly through its repetitive motifs of sacrifice and selflessness. Key phrases like “Sol de mi vida” (Sun of my life) and “fui un fracasao” (I was a failure) highlight the narrator’s adoration for his beloved and his personal struggles. The choice of the setting sun as a metaphor for life symbolizes warmth, vitality, and the brightness she brings to his life, while his self-proclaimed failure underscores his feelings of inadequacy. The language choice of “hacerme odiar” (make myself hated) encapsulates a bitter acceptance of the narrator’s chosen path of self-imposed villainy, which he equates to true love’s ultimate sacrifice.
Created in 1947 Buenos Aires, “Confesión” reflects the cultural and emotional landscape of post-war Argentina. The tango emerged during a period of emotional introspection and social struggle, where themes of self-sacrifice resonated deeply with the audience. The economic hardships and political turbulence of the era could have influenced Discepolo’s work, focusing on the personal stories nestled within broader societal issues. Buenos Aires, being a cultural hub for the tango, provided a fertile ground for such emotionally charged compositions.
Enrique Santos Discepolo was an influential Argentine composer and playwright, renowned for his significant contributions to the tango genre. His works often explored themes of societal hardship, existential despair, and intense personal emotions.