Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ
Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ
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These Tangos, Valses, and Milongas were recorded around the same time. Take a look to discover what else this orchestra—or others—may have recorded during the same week or even on the exact same day.
Destino de flor is a Tango written by Alejandro Romay and composed by Roberto Rufino.
“Destino de flor” reflects a deep emotional journey filled with remorse and redemption as narrated from a sorrowful perspective. The poetic voice, looking back on a past relationship, expresses regret over past actions that caused pain to a loved one. As depicted in the opening scene of a desolate afternoon (tarde gris del sinsabor), the speaker relates the grim realization of having inflicted suffering (todo el horror de tu condena). The central theme pivots around the realization of lost love and its value, too late appreciated, and the speaker’s introspection into their own life’s deeper abysses.
The tango uses the symbolic phrase “destino de flor”, which translates to “destiny of a flower”, illustrating the ephemeral beauty and tragic short-lived existence of a blossom—meant to perfume and then die. This metaphor resonantly binds to the narrative, symbolizing the fleeting, yet beautiful, impact of the loved one’s presence which, though brief, left lingering traces like that of a flower’s fragrance. Phrases like “el cielo se desangra por ti” (the sky bleeds for you) intensify this symbolism with vivid imagery of sacrifice and passionate love lost.
Composed in 1957 by Alejandro Romay and Roberto Rufino, “Destino de flor” emerged in a post-war Argentina, a time of cultural resurgence and identity reformation. During this era, Tangos often mirrored the societal sentiments—nostalgia, melancholy, and the complex interplay of loss and hope. Such themes echo through the lyrics, encapsulated within the existential and romantic musings central to Argentinian cultural narratives of the time. Furthermore, this period witnessed the popularization of Tango globally, adding layers of universal relatability to the themes of love and loss.
Alejandro Romay was a significant figure in Argentine culture, notably in radio and television, influencing the popular and music culture of his time.