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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.
Corrales viejos is a Tango written by Francisco Laino and composed by Anselmo Aieta.
“Corrales Viejos” lyrically reminisces about an old neighborhood, capturing the nostalgic essence through vivid memories. Laino brings listeners into a world where colonial houses adorned with geraniums lined the streets, and lantern-lit evenings were filled with sounds from an organ grinder at dances. He recalls the integrity and simplicity of its people, dressed in nostalgic French fashion with a hint of Eastern influence, epitomizing a community bonded by its traditions and shared moments of joy during national holidays. The chorus of the song evokes a profound longing for the authentic and straightforward life once lived there.
The primary symbols in “Corrales viejos” include the colonial houses “revestidas de malvones” (clad in geraniums) and the “modestos faroles” (modest streetlamps), which provide a visual representation of the old and picturesque. These elements depict the area’s charm and the warmth of the community that once thrived there. The imagery of people dressed “a la francesa” but with “chamberguito oriental” (Eastern-style hats) suggests a blending of cultures, characteristic of Buenos Aires’ history as a melting pot. “Farol a querosén” (kerosene lamp) underscores a bygone era, emphasizing simplicity and the traditional ways of celebration.
Recorded in 1943 during a period marked by global and local turmoils, “Corrales Viejos” serves as a reflective piece longing for the simplicity and purity of former times. Argentina in the early 1940s was undergoing significant changes with its political landscape and societal norms. By invoking the past and its seemingly uncomplicated nature, Laino not only provided an escape but also a reminder of the city’s transformation and the inevitable march of progress. Streets like Caseros, Patagones, and Zavaleta mentioned in the song are locales within Buenos Aires that add authentic touches to the vivid reminiscence of the neighborhood.
Francisco Laino was an Argentine lyricist known for his deeply evocative tango lyrics, which often captured the spirit and historical context of Buenos Aires.