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Dos guitas

Dos guitas is a Tango written by Juan D’Arienzo and recorded by Juan D’Arienzo in 1939. The Tango Dos guitas is written by Juan D’Arienzo, Juan D’Arienzo has recorded Dos guitas with the singer Alberto Echagüe.
“Dos guitas” translates to “Two Strings” in English. This evocative title conjures an image of two intertwining melodies, like tangled fates or shared journeys, each string resonating with the echoes of a soulful dance. As these strings meet, their harmony becomes a whispered conversation, telling tales of longing, passion, and unspoken dreams, as if the world were held together by these delicate threads.

Tango

Style

Juan D'Arienzo

Orchestra

Alberto Echagüe

Singer

Francisco Gorrindo

Author

Juan D'Arienzo

Composer

1939/3/3

Date

Alberto Echagüe
Alberto Echagüe
Juan D'Arienzo
Juan D’Arienzo

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Dos guitas recorded by other Orchestras

Dos guitas recorded by other Orchestras

1939/3/3 – Meta fierro – Juan D-Arienzo
1939/3/3 – El esquinazo – Cuarteto Tipico Roberto Firpo
1939/3/6 – De punta a punta – Edgardo Donato
1939/3/6 – Lagrimas (2) – Edgardo Donato
1939/3/10 – Mi gitana – Osvaldo Fresedo
Dos guitas – 1939/3/3 – Juan D-Arienzo – Alberto Echague
Dos guitas – 1954/11/2 – Juan D-Arienzo – Alberto Echague

Lyrics Translation of the Tango Dos guitas

This is the translation of the Tango “Dos guitas” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Tango “Dos guitas” have been done with AI.

Letra del Tango Dos guitas

Han pasado los años y al correr del tiempo,
de lo que soñamos no nos ha quedao
nomás que miseria, nomás que cansancio,
y el ejemplo inútil de haber fracasao.

Sembrando protestas, juntando rencores,
la fuimos pasando hasta que al final,
las dos esterlinas de los años mozos
han sido

English lyrics of the Tango "Dos guitas"

Years have passed and as time runs by,
of what we dreamed, there’s nothing left behind,
only misery, only weariness,
and the useless example of having failed.

Sowing protests, gathering grudges,
that’s how we passed until at last,
the two pounds of youthful days
have turned into thin air, into the past.

Dos guitas by Juan D’Arienzo

Dos guitas is a Tango written by Juan D’Arienzo and composed by Juan D’Arienzo.

Story behind the Tango “Dos guitas”

“Dos guitas” is a poignant tango that captures the essence of regret and the disillusionment that comes with unmet dreams and aspirations. The narrative unfolds through the lens of nostalgia, reflecting on a past filled with hopes and ambitions that have dwindled over time. The imagery of aging, loss, and the hardship of life resonate throughout the lyrics, conveying a universal message about the inevitability of change and the harsh realities that often accompany it.

Symbolism of “Dos guitas”

The “two guitas” in the song symbolize the fleeting nature of wealth and material possessions. They represent youthful dreams and aspirations that never fully materialized, emblematic of the provisional nature of happiness tethered to worldly gains. The mention of “miseria” and “cansancio”—misery and exhaustion—underscores the emotional weight of life’s disappointments. The song’s use of “sembrando protestas” and “juntando rencores” points to a life marked by struggle and accumulating grievances, imbuing the work with a sense of ongoing internal conflict and unresolved tension.

Dos guitas in historic Context

Composed in 1939 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, “Dos guitas” emerged during a tumultuous era marked by economic hardship. The Great Depression of the 1930s had repercussions worldwide, and Argentina was no exception. This historical backdrop of financial difficulties and societal change is deftly reflected in the lyrics, as individuals grapple with unrealized dreams in a world fraught with instability and uncertainty. The tango’s poignant themes echo the broader challenges faced by many during this period in Argentine history, infusing the music with a deep sense of authenticity and relatability.

About Juan D’Arienzo

Juan D’Arienzo, known as “El Rey del Compás,” was a legendary Argentine tango musician, bandleader, and composer. His lively, rhythmic style brought a rejuvenated energy to the tango music of his era.