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Desde el alma

Desde el alma is a Vals written by Rosita Melo and recorded by Osvaldo Pugliese in 1985. Osvaldo Pugliese has recorded Desde el alma as an instrumental Vals.
“Desde el alma,” which translates to “From the Soul,” unfolds as a heartfelt melody that delves into the depths of human emotion. This piece captures the raw essence of passion and longing, resonating with unspoken words. It speaks directly to the heart, evoking a timeless dance between melancholy and hope.

Vals

Style

Osvaldo Pugliese

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Homero Manzi

Author

Rosita Melo

Composer

1985/12/26

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Osvaldo Pugliese
Osvaldo Pugliese

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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’ve been so hurt,

why do you refuse to forget?

Why do you prefer

to cry over what you’ve lost,

to search for what you’ve longed for,

to call for what has died?

You live uselessly sad

and I know you never deserved

to pay with sorrow

for the guilt of being kind,

as kind as you were

for love.

It was what began once,

what later ceased to be.

What in the end,

due to a mistake,

became the bitter night of the heart.

Leave those letters!

Return to your old dreams!

Alongside the pain

that opens a wound,

life comes

bringing another love.

Soul, do not close your window

to the happy morning sun.

Do not despair,

for the most cherished dream

is what wounds us most,

is what hurts the most.

You live uselessly sad

and I know you never deserved

to pay with sorrow

for 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

“Desde el alma” reveals a poignant journey of reflecting upon and mending a wounded soul. The lyrics, profound and introspective, address the soul directly, painting the emotional narrative of enduring heartache and urging redemption. Central to the message is the encouragement to not cling to the past but to embrace the potential of healing and new love. This tango, thus, acts as both a lament and a softly whispered counsel to revive one’s spirits.



Symbolism in Desde el alma

The tango uses poignant symbolism to amplify its emotional depth. Phrases like “las cartas” (the letters) symbolize clinging to remnants of the past while “tu ventana” (your window) touches on the possibilities and fresh perspectives that the future offers. The most gripping symbol is possibly the “alma” (soul), representing the core being of a person, vulnerable yet hopeful. These metaphors enhance the depiction of a soul’s battle between clinging to past hurt and moving forward.



Desde el alma in Historical Context

“Desde el alma” was recorded in late 1985, a period after Argentina’s return to democracy following years of military dictatorship. This socio-political backdrop could suggest a deeper layer in its lyrics, mirroring a national sentiment of healing and looking towards renewal after pain. The focus on emotional reconstruction might parallel the national yearning for rebirth and reconciliation with its past.



Homero Manzi

Homero Manzi was a renowned Argentine lyricist and filmmaker, celebrated for his poignant and evocative contributions to the tango genre.