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Dame tiempo

Dame tiempo is a Tango written by Cristóbal Ramos and recorded by Armando Pontier in 1967. The Tango Dame tiempo is written by Cristóbal Ramos, Armando Pontier has recorded Dame tiempo with the singer Nestor Real.
“Dame tiempo,” meaning “Give me time” in English, evokes a longing for patience and reflection. The music weaves through the air like a delicate tango, inviting us to slow down and savor each moment. It is a gentle plea to allow emotions to unfold at their own pace, granting the heart the space it seeks to heal and thrive.

Tango

Style

Armando Pontier

Orchestra

Nestor Real

Singer

Francisco Yoni

Author

Cristóbal Ramos

Composer

1967/2/3

Date

Nestor Real
Nestor Real
Armando Pontier
Armando Pontier

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Dame tiempo recorded by other Orchestras

Dame tiempo recorded by other Orchestras

1967/2/3 – Amigazo – Armando Pontier
1967/2/3 – Para siempre – Armando Pontier
1967/2/3 – Telaranas – Armando Pontier
1967/1/1 – A bailar – Jose Basso
1967/1/1 – A mis pagos voy – Jose Basso
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 matter is quite clear,

you are within your rights,

you were good and I failed

to respond to your kindness.

Yet still,

my chest crinkles all over

because I see that truly,

truly you are leaving me.



With my eyes I am seeing

that you’ve packed your little bag,

and if it wasn’t for my timely arrival

I wouldn’t even hear your goodbye.

But as a man, I ask you,

wait just a little longer.

I am going to talk about these things

that both you and I know.



I don’t deny that I am somewhat a rascal,

that I scorn the domestic joys

while wandering the streets.

That I bet all the money on the races

and I haven’t been good

for a very long time.

But I want

you to know for the future

that I have decided to behave

like a real man.

You will be happy again, I assure you,

if you stay by my side.



Just yesterday while talking

with my mother, precisely,

I swore I would live

for her and for you.

You can ask her,

my little mother never lies,

you see that she loves you

almost as much as I do.



Untie that little bag,

you really gave me a scare,

don’t say a word,

give me some time and wait…

If after a couple of months

you notice I haven’t changed,

one evening like this one

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

In “Dame tiempo,” the narrator pleads for a chance to make amends, expressing the urgency and desperation of someone on the verge of losing a cherished relationship. The main themes are regret, redemption, and the hope for forgiveness. The narrator acknowledges his flaws and the pain he has caused, yet he yearns for the opportunity to demonstrate his commitment and changed behavior.



Symbolism of Dame tiempo

The phrase “dame tiempo” which translates to “give me time,” symbolizes the narrator’s plea for a little more time to prove his transformation and sincere intentions. The act of packing a small bag (“bagayito”) signifies a readiness to leave, representing the imminent end of the relationship if no change occurs. The inclusion of conversations with his “vieja” (mother) emphasizes the importance of family and societal expectations in personal redemption and relationships.



Dame tiempo in historic Context

Set in Argentina in 1967, a period marked by social and cultural shifts, “Dame tiempo” reflects the challenges of maintaining personal relationships amidst societal pressures. The reference to betting money at races (“me juego todo el vento a las careras”) highlights common vices of the time, contrasting the domestic stability represented by “los encantos del hogar.” This Tango, therefore, not only portrays personal strife but also encapsulates the struggle between traditional values and modern temptations prevalent in Argentine society during the late 1960s.



Francisco Yoni

Francisco Yoni was an influential figure in Tango music, known for his lyrical depth and ability to capture complex human emotions compellingly and relatably.