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Derecho viejo

Derecho viejo is a Tango written by Eduardo Arolas and recorded by Julio De Caro in 1953. Julio De Caro has recorded Derecho viejo as an instrumental Tango.
“Derecho Viejo,” translated as “Old Right,” evokes nostalgia and the unyielding passage of time. It suggests a steadfast path, worn and familiar, echoing traditions that have weathered countless storms. The music paints a landscape of enduring strength and enduring memories, whispering stories of resilience etched in every note.

Tango

Style

Julio De Caro

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Gabriel Clausi

Author

Eduardo Arolas

Composer

1953/8/5

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Julio De Caro
Julio De Caro

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Derecho viejo recorded by other Orchestras

Derecho viejo recorded by other Orchestras

1953/8/5 – Esta noche – Julio De Caro
1953/8/6 – Desvelo (De flor en flor) – Osvaldo Pugliese
1953/8/6 – Olvidao – Osvaldo Pugliese
1953/8/10 – Adios Arolas (Se llamaba Eduardo Arolas) – Angel d-Agostino
1953/8/10 – Gil a rayas – Angel d-Agostino
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, tough and sensual,
swaggering and melancholic, suburb’s own hue.
Lord of the ballroom, you carry the thrill
of a Buenos Aires night.
Return to break forth in triumphant dance,
a song without compare that makes one feel
with such passion in the heart
its embrace of love.

I hear the song of a sad bandoneon,
that weeps in its tune the sorrow of a love
that could never be, due to misguided beliefs
in foolish obsessions.
It’s all gone, I don’t want to remember
the time that has passed,
the joy of your love will never return
to let me dream of you in my neighborhood.

What sweetness there is in your voice,
hey, bandoneon, with your cunning slang.
Beautiful and loving tango, nobility of the suburb,
loves of times past…
Continue, continue your song
to cheer 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” translates to “Old Rights” in English, a phrase that evokes notions of tradition, age-old customs, and perhaps a nostalgic yearning for things past. The lyrics present a rich tapestry of emotions and imagery centered around the cityscape, tango culture, and personal reminiscence. It portrays the tango not just as a dance but as an expression of life itself—malevolent and sensual, embodying the spirit of the suburban areas of Buenos Aires.



Symbolism of Derecho viejo

The repeated reference to the bandoneón, an essential instrument in tango music, symbolizes the voice of the city and the soul of its people. Phrases like “Oigo el cantar de un triste bandoneón” and “Qué dulzura hay en tu voz, che, bandoneón” depict the instrument as a living entity that communicates the collective urban experience, particularly the melancholy and sweetness found in common struggles and shared moments. The tango itself is personified as “nobleza de arrabal” (nobility of the suburbs), suggesting an inherent dignity in the everyday life of ordinary people.



Derecho viejo in historic Context

The year 1953 in Argentina was a period marked by social and political changes, and tango music often captured the underlying sentiments of the population. Against this backdrop, “Derecho viejo” can be seen as a reflection on the constancy of cultural identity through the evolving urban landscape. The lyrics reminisce about lost love and times gone by, common themes that resonate with many who felt the impact of societal shifts during this era. The references to “sueña, suena bandoneón” (dream, dream bandoneon) and the evening mentioned in the song likely symbolize the escapism found in tango during times of uncertainty.



Gabriel Clausi

Gabriel Clausi was an influential figure in the tango genre, known for his evocative compositions that capture the essence of Argentine culture.