Deja el mundo como está by Rodolfo Sciammarella

Deja el mundo como está is a Tango written by Rodolfo Sciammarella and composed by Rodolfo Biagi.

Story behind the Tango Deja el mundo como está

“Deja el mundo como está” translates to “Leave the world as it is” in English. The lyrics speak to a person who, having squandered their well-being and become discontent and bitter, is now critical of the world and its demands. The song argues that instead of lamenting the state of the world and desiring to change it, the individual should focus on changing their own life. The lyrics suggest that such dissatisfaction stems from a personal inability to adapt, rather than any inherent flaw within the world itself.

Symbolism of Deja el mundo como está

The key phrase “Deja el mundo como está” serves as both a refrain and a central theme, urging the listener to accept the world in its current state, with its mix of good and bad, joys and sorrows. This concept could be seen as a metaphor for accepting life’s inherent complexities and uncertainties. When the lyrics discuss adding ‘little wheels’ to the world, it symbolizes futile attempts to control or overly simplify complex systems. This imagery vividly captures the futility of trying to make the world perfectly convenient or risk-free.

Deja el mundo como está in historic Context

The tango was recorded in 1941, a period of significant political and social upheaval globally including the early years of World War II. In Argentina, this era was marked by economic struggles and a move towards populism that would culminate in the rise of Juan Perón. Against this backdrop, the message of “Deja el mundo como está” can be interpreted as a call to personal resilience and pragmatism. It speaks to the broader societal need for stability and the futility of longing for idealized solutions during times of crisis.

Rodolfo Sciammarella

Rodolfo Sciammarella was an acclaimed lyricist and composer in Argentina, known for his contributions to the tango genre.