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De pura cepa

De pura cepa is a Milonga written by José Ceglie and recorded by Osvaldo Fresedo in 1953. Osvaldo Fresedo has recorded De pura cepa as an instrumental Milonga.
“De pura cepa,” which translates to “Of Pure Strain” in English, is a musical piece that resonates with authenticity and heritage. This title suggests a deep-rooted connection to tradition, akin to a fine wine that carries the story of its vineyard in every note. The music, whether a soulful tango or a passionate melody, embodies the essence of genuine artistry passed down through generations.

Milonga

Style

Osvaldo Fresedo

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Osvaldo Sosa Cordero

Author

José Ceglie

Composer

1953/5/20

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Osvaldo Fresedo
Osvaldo Fresedo

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Letra del Milonga De pura cepa

Milonga de mi Argentina
que el tango quiso abolir
por tener alma de china
¡vos nunca podrás morir!…
Lindaza como la aurora,
sencilla como el percal,
quien te canta te valora,
milonga tradicional.

Vos sos
pa’l amor, estribo
y consuelo pa’l dolor;
sos un canto sensitivo
que se entona con fervor.
Vos sos
milonga entradora
con sabor a tradición,
la gentil embajadora
del cantar de mi nación.

Milonga, madre del tango,
que de vos se emancipó,
y hoy, rey en cualquier fandango,
presumido te olvidó.
Lindaza como la aurora,
sencilla como el percal,
quien te canta te valora,
milonga tradicional.

English lyrics of the Milonga "De pura cepa"

Milonga from my Argentina
that tango tried to abolish
for having the soul of a common girl
you can never die!…
Beautiful as the dawn,
simple as cotton fabric,
those who sing you treasure you,
traditional milonga.

You are
for love, a stirrup
and comfort for pain;
you are a sensitive song
sung with fervor.
You are
an inviting milonga
with a taste of tradition,
the gentle ambassador
of the song of my nation.

Milonga, mother of the tango,
from whom it emancipated,
and today, the king in any dance hall,
proudly forgot you.
Beautiful as the dawn,
simple as cotton fabric,
those who sing you value you,
traditional milonga.

De pura cepa by Osvaldo Sosa Cordero

De pura cepa is a Tango written by Osvaldo Sosa Cordero and composed by José Ceglie.



Story behind the Tango De pura cepa

“De pura cepa” is a tribute to the milonga, a musical genre and dance that is a predecessor to tango. The lyrics pay homage to the milonga, portraying it as an essential and undying part of Argentine culture, despite tango’s rise to fame. Cordero brings to life the milonga’s vibrancy and resilience, underscoring its enduring place in the hearts of those who value tradition. The song expresses a deep longing and respect for the simplistic yet profound impact of the milonga on Argentina’s cultural landscape.



Symbolism of De pura cepa

The phrase “De pura cepa,” translates to “of pure breed” or “true to its roots,” indicating something genuine and traditional. This symbolism is extensively used to emphasize the authenticity and cultural significance of the milonga. Throughout the song, the milonga is personified as a humble yet beautiful entity— “lindaza como la aurora, sencilla como el percal”—which compares its simplicity and charm to dawn’s beauty and the plainness of calico fabric. These images conjure a sense of purity and truthfulness, integral to the milonga, and by extension, to Argentine culture. The consistent repetition of “milonga tradicional” serves as a refrain, reinforcing its importance and Cordero’s pride in this musical form.



De pura cepa in historic Context

Written in 1953, a period when tango had largely overshadowed other forms of traditional Argentine music, “De pura cepa” emerges as a cultural assertion. It was a time when Argentina was experiencing significant political and social changes, and there was a strong movement towards modernization. In this context, the milonga was seen as a vestige of a simpler, rural past that was rapidly fading from the national consciousness. Osvaldo Sosa Cordero, through this composition, resisted the fading of this genre and sought to honor its foundational role in Argentine music. By calling the milonga the “mother of tango,” he acknowledges its evolution but also criticizes the modern tango for forgetting its roots, represented metaphorically as a neglectful child who forgets its parent once it gains prominence.



Osvaldo Sosa Cordero

Osvaldo Sosa Cordero was an influential Argentine folklorist, poet, and musician known for his staunch dedication to preserving and celebrating Argentine folk music and culture.