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Derecho viejo

Derecho viejo is a Tango written by Eduardo Arolas and recorded by Osvaldo Fresedo in 1941. Osvaldo Fresedo has recorded Derecho viejo as an instrumental Tango.
“Derecho Viejo” translates to “Old Right” in English. This title evokes a sense of nostalgia, conjuring images of a bygone era where tradition and steadfast values reigned. It suggests a dance between the past and the present, where each note whispers tales of enduring customs etched into the heart of history.

Tango

Style

Osvaldo Fresedo

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Gabriel Clausi

Author

Eduardo Arolas

Composer

1941/12/30

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Osvaldo Fresedo
Osvaldo Fresedo

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Derecho viejo recorded by other Orchestras

Derecho viejo recorded by other Orchestras

1941/12/31 – Buscandote – Osvaldo Fresedo
1942/1/1 – El cuarteador – Angel d-Agostino
1942/1/1 – Beatriz – Julio De Caro
1942/1/1 – El motivo (Pobre paica) – Julio De Caro
1942/1/1 – El pensamiento – Julio De Caro
Derecho viejo – 1939/7/17 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
Derecho viejo – 1948/9/23 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
Derecho viejo – 1963/11/13 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
Derecho viejo – 1945/5/28 – Osvaldo Pugliese – Instrumental
Derecho viejo – 1927/4/19 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
Derecho viejo – 1941/12/30 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
Derecho viejo – 1959/6/2 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
Derecho viejo – 1957/4/8 – Hector Varela – Instrumental
Derecho viejo – 1966/3/24 – Florindo Sassone – Instrumental
Derecho viejo – 1953/10/23 – Francini-Pontier – Instrumental
Derecho viejo – 1957/8/7 – Armando Pontier – Instrumental
Derecho viejo – 1926/1/1 – Julio De Caro – Instrumental
Derecho viejo – 1936/8/10 – Julio De Caro – Instrumental
Derecho viejo – 1953/8/5 – Julio De Caro – Instrumental
Derecho viejo – 1934/6/1 – Orquesta Tipica Victor – Teofilo Ibanez

Letra del Tango Derecho viejo

Tango de mi ciudad, malevo y sensual,
canyengue y tristón, color de arrabal.
Señor de salón, tenés emoción
de noche porteña.
Vuelve para surgir en danza triunfal
canción sin igual que hace sentir
con tanta pasión en el corazón
su abrazo de amor.

Oigo el cantar de un triste bandoneón,
que llora en su canción la pena de un amor
que nunca pudo ser, por causa de creer
en locos berretines.
Todo pasó, no quiero recordar
el tiempo que se fue,
ya nunca volverá la dicha de tu amor
para poder soñar con vos en mi arrabal.

Qué dulzura hay en tu voz,
che, bandoneón, con tu chamuyo reo.
Tango lindo y querendón, nobleza de arrabal,
amores de otros tiempos…
Sigue, sigue tu canción
para alegrar esta velada linda,
suena, suena bandoneón, que siempre tu canción
está en el corazón.

English lyrics of the Tango "Derecho viejo"

Tango of my city, sinister and sensual,
Canyengue and melancholy, hue of the outskirts.
Lord of the ballroom, you have the emotion
of a Buenos Aires night.
Return to emerge in triumphant dance,
a song without equal that makes one feel
with such passion in the heart
its embrace of love.

I hear the singing of a sad bandoneon,
that weeps in its song the sorrow of a love
that could never be, for believing
in foolish infatuations.
All has passed, I don’t want to remember
the time that has gone,
the joy of your love will never return,
to let me dream with you in my outskirts.

What sweetness there is in your voice,
hey, bandoneon, with your sly charm.
Beautiful and affectionate tango, nobility from the outskirts,
loves from other times…
Continue, continue your song
to cheer up this beautiful evening,
play, play bandoneon, for your song
is always in the heart.

Derecho viejo by Gabriel Clausi

Derecho viejo is a Tango written by Gabriel Clausi and composed by Eduardo Arolas.



Story behind the Tango Derecho viejo

“Derecho viejo” typically translates as “Old Right” or “Old Law” in English, suggesting a return to roots or tradition. The lyrics speak to the soul of Buenos Aires, capturing its essence as both melancholic and sensually vibrant. The song delves into nostalgia and melancholy evoked by tango, a dance deeply embedded in Argentine culture. It talks about an emotional spectrum spanning from joyous social dances in salons to streetwise cunning “canyengue”. The use of “malevo” (meaning street-smart or ruffian-like) and “sensual” sketches a vivid image of the tango’s dual nature.



Symbolism of Derecho viejo

The repeated evocation of locations such as “salón” and “arrabal” (suburbs or neighborhoods typically considered less affluent) does not only anchor the tango in specific settings but also in a specific state of mind associated with nostalgia and passion. Tango here is not just a dance or music, it is personified as a being with emotions, capable of expressing through “el cantar de un triste bandoneón.” This anthropomorphism deepens the connection between the listener and the music, making it a personal, heartfelt experience. The “bandoneón,” a key instrument in tango music, symbolizes the voice of the city, sobbing the tale of lost love and unfulfilled desires. This instrument’s sound sets the scene for mournful reflection intertwined with moments of spirited resilience.



Derecho viejo in historic Context

Created during the early 1940s, “Derecho viejo” appears at a time when Argentina was marked by political and social changes. During this era, tango was evolving both as a music/dance form and as a global phenomenon. The references to “other times” and the lament for lost loves can be seen as a metaphor for a longing for earlier, perhaps simpler, times before global conflicts and national disruptions. Thus, the tango serves both as a form of escapism and a tool of cultural preservation amidst rapidly changing times.



Gabriel Clausi

Gabriel Clausi was a notable Argentine musician recognized for his contributions to the tango genre.