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Cruz Maidana

Cruz Maidana is a Tango written by Héctor Varela and recorded by Juan D’Arienzo in 1950. The Tango Cruz Maidana is written by Héctor Varela, Juan D’Arienzo has recorded Cruz Maidana with the singer Armando Laborde.
“Cruz Maidana” translates to “Cross of Maidana” in English. This evocative name conjures an image of a spirited crossroad, where destinies collide and stories intertwine in the heart of a bustling barrio. Each note of this tango weaves a tapestry of passion and resilience, echoing the vibrant life of a community at an eternal intersection.

Tango

Style

Juan D'Arienzo

Orchestra

Armando Laborde

Singer

Carlos Waiss

Author

Héctor Varela

Composer

1950/5/5

Date

Armando Laborde
Armando Laborde
Juan D'Arienzo
Juan D’Arienzo

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Lyrics Translation of the Tango Cruz Maidana

This is the translation of the Tango “Cruz Maidana” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Tango “Cruz Maidana” have been done with AI.

Letra del Tango Cruz Maidana

Ya la tarde se escondía junto al sol
cuando fue que se encontraron,
Juan Carmona en su azulejo,
Cruz Maidana en su tobiano.
La amistad de Juan Carmona no valió
ni pa’ carne de cogote…
Cruz Maidana lo rastreó hasta el fachinal,
sin descansar, igual que un cimarrrón.

Sediento de rencor y de venganza
levantó su mano mansa
pa’ cobrarse la traición.
Buscando con empuje de tormenta
de saldar la sucia cuenta
corazón por corazón.
La noche parecía llorar sangre
y el brillar de los cuchillos
reflejó en el fachinal.
Y el viento le rezó en su ronda fría
a un paisano que moría
abrazado a su bagual.

En su vida humilde y buena hubo un mojón
que Cruz quiso con locura.
Era rubia como el trigo,
era linda y era pura.
En su amor de campo abierto, luna y sol,
le clavó un carancho guampa,
¡y que chica fue la pampa para aquel
que le partió a Cruz el corazón!

English lyrics of the Tango "Cruz Maidana"

The evening was hiding along with the sun
when they encountered each other,
Juan Carmona on his gray horse,
Cruz Maidana on his piebald.
The friendship of Juan Carmona was worthless
not even for neck meat…
Cruz Maidana tracked him to the thicket,
restlessly, just like a wild beast.

Thirsty for spite and vengeance
he raised his tame hand
to exact payment for the betrayal.
Seeking with the force of a storm
to settle the filthy score
heart for heart.
The night seemed to weep blood
and the shimmer of the knives
reflected in the thicket.
And the wind prayed in its cold round
for a countryman who died
embraced by his horse.

In his humble and good life, there was a milestone
that Cruz deeply desired.
She was blonde like wheat,
beautiful and pure.
In his love of open fields, moon, and sun,
a deceitful buzzard struck him,
and how small the pampas felt for him
who had broken Cruz’s heart!

Cruz Maidana by Carlos Waiss

Cruz Maidana is a Tango written by Carlos Waiss and composed by Héctor Varela.



Story behind the Tango Cruz Maidana

The tango Cruz Maidana tells a story framed in the fading light of the evening, underlining a dramatic encounter between two characters, Juan Carmona and Cruz Maidana, each riding their distinct horses. This meeting culminates in a confrontation deeply rooted in betrayal and the longing for revenge. The narrative unfolds with Cruz tracking down Juan, driven by a visceral need for retribution after a deep betrayal that deeply affected Cruz’s personal life, specifically the purity and innocence embodied by a beloved figure described with pastoral beauty. The reference to the “bagual” at the end signifies the wild, untamed spirit of Cruz as he meets his tragic end, highlighting themes of love, treachery, and vengeance.



Symbolism of Cruz Maidana

The tango uses evocative imagery and symbols to enhance its emotional depth. The contrasting images of the “azulejo” and the “tobiano” serve as extensions of the characters’ personas — cultivated and untamed. The night “crying blood” and the “shining of the knives” serve as powerful metaphors for the inevitable bloodshed and the climax of the ongoing conflict. Additionally, the “corazón por corazón” (heart for a heart) phrase symbolizes the raw, eye-for-an-eye justice that Cruz seeks, underlining his intense emotional pain and existential drive for retribution.



Cruz Maidana in historic Context

Set in Argentina in the mid-20th century, Cruz Maidana is imbued with the cultural and historical ethos of the time. The setting and characters evoke the rural landscapes of Argentina, where personal codes of honor often dictated social interactions, and conflicts were sometimes resolved through direct confrontations. The historical backdrop of the 1950s, a period marked by social and political changes in Argentina, adds layers of complexity to the interpersonal drama, reflecting the turbulence and transitions within the Argentine society.



Carlos Waiss

Carlos Waiss was an impactful lyricist in the Argentine tango scene, known for his evocative storytelling and deep emotional resonance within his works.