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Desde el alma

Desde el alma is a Vals written by Rosita Melo and recorded by Ricardo Tanturi in 1944. Ricardo Tanturi has recorded Desde el alma as an instrumental Vals.
“Desde el alma,” translated to English as “From the Soul,” captures the deep emotional resonance found within this piece of music. It speaks to the profound expression of heartfelt longing and the intimate storytelling that emerges through its melodies. This music embodies the raw essence of human emotion, weaving tales of love, loss, and hope through its captivating notes.

Vals

Style

Ricardo Tanturi

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Homero Manzi

Author

Rosita Melo

Composer

1944/8/28

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Ricardo Tanturi
Ricardo Tanturi

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Desde el alma recorded by other Orchestras

Desde el alma recorded by other Orchestras

1944/8/28 – Yo me llamo Eloy Peralta – Juan D-Arienzo
1944/8/28 – Jugando jugando – Miguel Calo
1944/8/28 – Mi tango es triste – Miguel Calo
1944/8/28 – Domingo a la noche – Ricardo Tanturi
1944/8/29 – No nos veremos nunca – Juan D-Arienzo
Desde el alma – 1935/2/7 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
Desde el alma – 2015/1/1 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
Desde el alma – 1985/12/26 – Osvaldo Pugliese – Instrumental
Desde el alma – 1985/12/26 – Osvaldo Pugliese – Instrumental
Desde el alma – 1944/8/28 – Ricardo Tanturi – Instrumental
Desde el alma – 1927/10/20 – Roberto Firpo – Instrumental
Desde el alma – 1947/5/25 – Cuarteto Tipico Roberto Firpo – Instrumental
Desde el alma – 1953/1/1 – Horacio Salgan – Instrumental

Letra del Vals Desde el alma

Alma, si tanto te han herido,
¿por qué te niegas al olvido?
¿Por qué prefieres
llorar lo que has perdido,
buscar lo que has querido,
llamar lo que murió?

Vives inútilmente triste
y sé que nunca mereciste
pagar con penas
la culpa de ser buena,
tan buena como fuiste
por amor.

Fue lo que empezó una vez,
lo que después dejó de ser.
Lo que al final
por culpa de un error
fue noche amarga del corazón.

¡Deja esas cartas!
¡Vuelve a tu antigua ilusión!
Junto al dolor
que abre una herida
llega la vida
trayendo otro amor.

Alma, no entornes tu ventana
al sol feliz de la mañana.
No desesperes,
que el sueño más querido
es el que más nos hiere,
es el que duele más.

Vives inútilmente triste
y sé que nunca mereciste
pagar con penas
la culpa de ser buena,
tan buena como fuiste
por amor.

English lyrics of the Vals "Desde el alma"

Soul, if you have been so wounded,
why do you refuse to forget?
Why do you prefer
to weep for what you’ve lost,
seek what you’ve desired,
call for what has died?

You live uselessly sad,
and I know you never deserved
to pay with suffering
the guilt of being kind,
as kind as you were
for love.

It was what started once,
what later ceased to be.
What in the end,
due to a mistake,
became a bitter night for the heart.

Drop those letters!
Return to your old dreams!
Along with the pain
that opens a wound,
life arrives
bringing another love.

Soul, do not close your window
to the joyful morning sun.
Do not despair,
for the dearest dream
is the one that wounds us most,
is the one that hurts the most.

You live uselessly sad,
and I know you never deserved
to pay with suffering
the guilt of being kind,
as kind as you were
for love.

Desde el alma by Homero Manzi

Desde el alma is a Tango written by Homero Manzi and composed by Rosita Melo.

Story behind the Tango Desde el alma

The lyrics of “Desde el alma” reflect a profound narrative of soul-searching and emotional reflection addressed to a personified soul enduring pain and loss. The central themes include the suffering of the soul from previous wounds, the struggle with moving past these memories, and the gentle urge to embrace new beginnings and possibilities for love. The song is essentially a dialogue between the speaker and the soul, using reflective questions and imperative statements to evoke a sense of healing and hope.



Symbolism of Desde el alma

“Desde el alma” uses potent symbols to convey its deeper meanings. Phrases like “llorar lo que has perdido” (cry over what you’ve lost) and “buscar lo que has querido” (search for what you’ve wanted) symbolize clinging to the past. Conversely, “vuelve a tu antigua ilusión” (return to your old dream) encourages renewal of spirit and reconnection with former joys. The window metaphor “no entornes tu ventana al sol feliz de la mañana” (do not close your window to the happy morning sun) represents openness to new beginnings and the light of hope that each new day brings. The recurring reference to “por amor” (for love) emphasizes that all the sacrifices and sufferings are motivated by love, reflecting on its dual nature of immense joy and profound pain.



Desde el alma in historic Context

“Desde el alma” was recorded in 1944, a time when Argentina, and much of the world, was undergoing significant transformations and facing the aftermath of global conflict. In such times, themes of loss, recovery, and hope would resonate deeply with the population, as many were dealing with personal and collective grief. The tango, a dance intimately connected with emotions and the expression of inner turmoil, served as an ideal medium for conveying such a message. The lyrics of “Desde el alma” not only reflect a personal narrative but also echo a communal sense of seeking renewal and healing after hardship.



Homero Manzi

Homero Manzi was a renowned Argentine lyricist, famed for his poignant and evocative tango lyrics that captured the cultural zeitgeist of his era.