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Cuál de los dos is a Tango written by Enrique Cadícamo and composed by Luis Stazo.
The lyrics of “Cuál de los dos” encapsulate a reunion of two former lovers who unexpectedly come across each other again. The song starts with a chance encounter that evokes memories and feelings from their past relationship. The narrative explores themes of love, fate, and the passage of time, showcasing how their feelings for each other are rekindled despite their past separation.
The central question posed in the chorus, “¿Cuál de los dos?”, translates to “Which of the two?” It refers to their mutual inquiry about who was responsible for their separation. However, the song concludes that neither was to blame but rather it was “el azar” (chance/fate) that led them on different paths, bringing them eventually back together, symbolized by “La mano del destino” (the hand of fate).
The song utilizes vivid symbolism to deepen its emotional impact. The rekindling of an “apagamos” (extinguished) light represents the revival of their old love, suggesting that their emotions were never truly extinguished but merely dormant. The re-emergence of this light symbolizes hope and renewal in the relationship.
“La mano del destino” symbolizes the uncontrollable forces that shape our lives, emphasizing the theme that some encounters and experiences are beyond human control and instead in the hands of fate.
The song was created in 1971, a period marked by significant social and political change in Argentina. This context of transformation could be reflected in how the characters in the song accept their reunion as a product of destiny, perhaps mirroring a societal inclination towards acknowledging and adapting to change.
The depiction of emotional adventures and the seeking of new experiences (“En mil locuras vivió aventuras”) could also resonate with the spirit of the era, reflecting a desire for exploration and rediscovery common in times of societal flux.
Enrique Cadícamo was a prominent Argentine poet and tango lyricist, known for his contributions to the tango genre.