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Dame tiempo

Dame tiempo is a Tango written by Cristóbal Ramos and recorded by Alfredo Gobbi in 1958. The Tango Dame tiempo is written by Cristóbal Ramos, Alfredo Gobbi has recorded Dame tiempo with the singer Alfredo Del Rio.
“Dame Tiempo” translates to “Give Me Time” in English. This haunting melody, whether as a tango’s embrace or a whispered song, speaks to the heart’s yearning for patience and understanding. It reflects the soul’s plea for grace to heal, to grow, and to find peace amid life’s intricate dance of moments.

Tango

Style

Alfredo Gobbi

Orchestra

Alfredo Del Rio

Singer

Francisco Yoni

Author

Cristóbal Ramos

Composer

1958/7/31

Date

Alfredo Del Rio
Alfredo Del Rio
Alfredo Gobbi
Alfredo Gobbi

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Dame tiempo recorded by other Orchestras

Dame tiempo recorded by other Orchestras

1958/7/31 – No me supiste amar – Alfredo Gobbi
1958/7/30 – Que digan lo que quieran – Hector Varela
1958/7/30 – Yo no quiero que se entere – Hector Varela
1958/8/6 – La bordona – Osvaldo Pugliese
1958/8/6 – Que pinturita – Osvaldo Pugliese
Dame tiempo – 1968/1/1 – Jose Basso – Luis Correa
Dame tiempo – 1958/7/31 – Alfredo Gobbi – Alfredo Del Rio
Dame tiempo – 1967/2/3 – Armando Pontier – Nestor Real

Lyrics Translation of the Tango Dame tiempo

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

Letra del Tango Dame tiempo

El asunto está bien claro,

vos estás en tu derecho,

fuiste buena y yo no supe

responder a tu bondad.

Sin embargo, todavía

se me arruga todo el pecho

porque veo que de veras,

que de veras te me vas.



Con mis ojos estoy viendo

que has armado el bagayito,

y si no es que llego a tiempo

no te escucho ni el adiós.

Mas como hombre te lo pido,

aguantate otro cachito.

Voy a hablarte de estas cosas

que sabemos vos y yo.



Yo no niego que soy algo calavera,

que desprecio por la calle

los encantos del hogar.

Que me juego todo el vento a las careras

y he dejado de ser bueno

desde mucho tiempo atrás.

Pero quiero

que vos sepas pa’l futuro

que he resuelto conducirme

como un hombre de verdad.

Volverás a ser feliz, te lo aseguro,

si a mi lado te quedas.



Ayer tarde conversando

con mi vieja, justamente,

le juré que viviría

para ella y para vos.

Te autorizo a preguntarle,

mi viejita nunca miente,

ya ves que ella te quiere

casi tanto como yo.



Desatá ese bagayito,

ya buen susto me has pegado,

no digás una palabra,

dame tiempo y esperá…

Si después de un par de meses

vos notás que no he cambiado,

una tarde como esta

sin decirme adiós, te vas.

English lyrics of the Tango "Dame tiempo"

The issue is quite clear,

you’re fully within your rights,

you were kind and I failed

to respond to your kindness.

Yet, still,

my chest tightens up

because I see that truly,

truly, you’re leaving me.

With my own eyes I see

you’ve packed your little bundle,

and if I hadn’t arrived just in time,

I wouldn’t have heard your goodbye.

But as a man, I ask you,

hold on just a little longer.

I’m going to talk about these things

that you and I both know.

I don’t deny that I’ve been a bit of a rascal,

scorning the charms of home on the streets.

Betting all my money at the races

and I stopped being good

a long time ago.
But I want

you to know for the future

that I’ve resolved to act

like a true man.

You’ll be happy again, I assure you,

if you stay by my side.

Just yesterday, while talking

with my mother, precisely,

I swore that I would live

for her and for you.

You can ask her yourself,

my little mother never lies,

see, she loves you

almost as much as I do.

Undo that little bundle,

you really scared me,

don’t say a word,

give me time and wait…

If after a couple of months

you notice that I haven’t changed,

on an afternoon like this

you can leave, without saying goodbye.

Dame tiempo by Francisco Yoni

Dame tiempo is a Tango written by Francisco Yoni and composed by Cristóbal Ramos.



Story behind the Tango Dame tiempo

The Tango “Dame tiempo” revolves around a poignant plea for time and forgiveness. The narrator implores his partner, who is on the brink of leaving him, to give him a chance to change his ways and mend their relationship. The lyrics convey a deep sense of regret and desperation as the narrator acknowledges his past mistakes, including his negligent behavior towards home and commitment, as well as gambling issues, which led him to take his loved one for granted.



Symbolism of Dame tiempo

The key symbol in “Dame tiempo” is the “bagayito” (small bundle), which represents the partner’s readiness to leave, physically packed up and emotionally detached. It symbolizes the finality of her decision and the culmination of past grievances. Additionally, the phrase “dame tiempo” (give me time) is repeated as a desperate, poignant plea echoing the vital need for an opportunity to change and make amends. This plea represents not just a request for more time but also embodies hope and the possibility of redemption.



Dame tiempo in Historic Context

Composed in 1958, “Dame tiempo” emerges during a period in Argentina marked by political and social upheaval, reflecting personal stories against a backdrop of larger societal shifts. During this time, Tango often served as a reflective medium for personal turmoil and societal issues, mirroring the emotional and social climates of the era. This song, with its themes of regret and redemption, fits well within the cultural context of seeking personal and communal healing.



Francisco Yoni

Francisco Yoni was an influential lyricist in the Tango genre, known for his emotionally resonant and introspective lyrics.