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Dandy

Dandy is a Tango written by Lucio Demare and recorded by Juan D’Arienzo in 1965. The Tango Dandy is written by Lucio Demare, Juan D’Arienzo has recorded Dandy with the singer Osvaldo Ramos.
“Dandy” translates from Spanish to English as “A Fine Gentleman.” This title evokes the elegance and charm of a figure sculpted from grace and poise, much like the sophisticated allure of a tango’s intricate steps. As the melody or lyrics unfold, the essence of refinement and style intertwines with a sumptuous blend of passion and precision, leaving an indelible mark on the dance floor.

Tango

Style

Juan D'Arienzo

Orchestra

Osvaldo Ramos

Singer

Roberto Fugazot

Author

Lucio Demare

Composer

1965/10/14

Date

Osvaldo Ramos
Osvaldo Ramos
Juan D'Arienzo
Juan D’Arienzo

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Dandy recorded by other Orchestras

Dandy recorded by other Orchestras

1965/10/14 – De puro curda – Juan D-Arienzo
1965/10/14 – Camino sin final – Juan D-Arienzo
1965/10/14 – Solamente por amor – Juan D-Arienzo
1965/10/14 – Calla – Juan D-Arienzo
1965/10/14 – El tren de las ocho – Juan D-Arienzo
Dandy – 1965/10/14 – Juan D-Arienzo – Osvaldo Ramos
Dandy – 1945/12/3 – Osvaldo Pugliese – Roberto Chanel
Dandy – 1928/8/11 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
Dandy – 1957/1/1 – Lucio Demare – Instrumental
Dandy – 1969/1/1 – Horacio Salgan – Edmundo Rivero

Lyrics Translation of the Tango Dandy

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

Letra del Tango Dandy

Dandy,
ahora te llaman
los que no te conocieron
cuando entonces
eras terrán,
porque pasás por niño bien
y ahora te creen que sos un gran bacán;
mas yo sé, dandy,
que sos un seco, y en el barrio
se comentan fulerías,
para tu mal…
Cuando sepan que sos confidente,
tus amigos del café
te piantarán.

Has nacido en una cuna
de malevos, calaveras,
de vivillos y otras yerbas…
Sin embargo, ¡quién diria!,
en el circo de la vida
siempre fuistes un chabón.
Entre la gente del hampa
no has tenido performance,
pero dicen los pipiolos
que se ha corrido la bolilla
y han junado que sos
un gran batidor…

Dandy,
en vez de darte
tanto corte pensá un poco
en tu viejita
y en su dolor.
Tu pobre hermana en el taller
su vida entrega con entero amor
y por las noches
su almita enferma,
con la de su madrecita
en una sola sufriendo están…
Pero un dia,
cuando nieve en tu cabeza,
a tu hermana y a tu vieja
llorarás.

English lyrics of the Tango "Dandy"

Dandy,
now they call you
those who didn’t know you
back when
you were a common man,
’cause you pass as a noble son
and now they think you’re a big shot;
but I know, dandy,
you’re just dried up, and in the neighborhood
cruel rumors are spreading,
to your detriment…
When they learn you’re an informant,
your cafe friends
will abandon you.

You were born in a cradle
of tough guys, deadbeats,
sly foxes and whatnot…
Yet, who would have thought!,
in the circus of life
you have always been a simpleton.
Among the criminal crowd
you had no performance,
but the rookies are talking,
the word has spread
and they’ve realized you are
a big snitch…

Dandy,
instead of putting on airs,
think a bit
about your little old mother
and her pain.
Your poor sister in the workshop
gives her life with pure love
and at nights
her ailing soul,
with her mother’s
they suffer as one…
But one day,
when your hair turns snowy,
you will weep for
your sister and your mother.

Dandy by Roberto Fugazot

Dandy is a Tango written by Roberto Fugazot and composed by Lucio Demare.



Story behind the Tango Dandy

“Dandy” narrates the tale of a man who is viewed by society as sophisticated and a ‘dandy’, but who, in reality, struggles with a disreputable past and current moral dilemmas. Lamenting the man’s deception, the lyrics reveal his pretense of nobility despite his modest, potentially criminal roots, and his betrayal as a confidante among his peers. It also touches upon the emotional burden his lifestyle places on his family, particularly his mother and sister, who suffer silently.



Symbolism of Dandy

The central symbol in this Tango, the ‘Dandy’, represents societal pretension and deception. The stark contrast between public persona and private reality points to hypocrisy often encountered in social interactions. The mention of “his poor sister” and “his suffering mother” uses personal family relationships to highlight the broader theme of personal sacrifice and the unnoticed hardships behind the facade of societal success or acceptance.



Dandy in historic Context

The Tango was recorded in Argentina in 1965, a period marked by political and social upheaval. This context enriches the song’s focus on disguise and betrayal, reflecting the general atmosphere of distrust and the disguise of true intentions for survival and advancement. The cultural emphasis on machismo also aligns with the portrayal of the Dandy, where appearances and bravado might mask deeper vulnerabilities or deceit.



Roberto Fugazot

A renowned Tango lyricist, Roberto Fugazot skillfully portrayed complex human emotions and societal critiques through his works.