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El abrojito

El abrojito is a Tango written by Luis Bernstein and recorded by Osvaldo Pugliese in 1945. The Tango El abrojito is written by Luis Bernstein, Osvaldo Pugliese has recorded El abrojito with the singer Alberto Moran.
“El Abrojito,” translated as “The Little Burr” in English, evokes an image of a small, prickly seed clinging to whatever crosses its path. This piece of music captures the essence of life’s unexpected tangles, where seemingly insignificant moments hold the potential to leave a lasting impact. Through its melodies, it whispers the beauty and subtle persistence of life’s unexpected encounters.

Tango

Style

Osvaldo Pugliese

Orchestra

Alberto Moran

Singer

Jesús Fernández Blanco

Author

Luis Bernstein

Composer

1945/7/24

Date

Alberto Moran
Alberto Moran
Osvaldo Pugliese
Osvaldo Pugliese

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Lyrics Translation of the Tango El abrojito

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

Letra del Tango El abrojito

Llevo, como abrojito, prendido

dentro del corazón una pena

porque te fuiste, ingrata, del nido

y mi vida tan serena

condenaste así al dolor.

Nunca podré arrancar de mi pecho,

¡nunca! el abrojito punzante.

Y ando, por todo el mal que me has hecho

con el alma agonizante,

sin fe, sin nido, ni amor…



No sé por qué te alejaste de mí

si yo te adoré con creciente fervor.

No sé por qué me engañabas así,

sin demostrar tu desamor…

Con tu querer, yo era un hombre feliz

y nunca pensé que tu ardiente pasión

era el puñal que me habría de abrir

esta herida de mi corazón.



Quiero que en tu vivir errabundo,

sepas que solo y entristecido

marcho por los senderos del mundo,

con recuerdos que han prendido

como abrojos de cardal…

Pido que alguna vez tropecemos

para saber si al fin has hallado

todo lo que inconsciente has soñado.

¡Y quizá después podamos

volver los dos a empezar!

English lyrics of the Tango "El abrojito"

Sky without moon,
Landscape without sun,
So is my heart,
Since you’ve been gone…

And this night,
Darker than ever,
Seems to echo,
My sorrowful endeavor…

To forget you…
and still, who could,
If my soul is shattered?
I lost everything with you,
My love, my peace.

Norteño by

Norteño is a Tango written by and composed by Emilio Balcarce.


Story behind the Tango Norteño

The Tango “Norteño,” capturing the spirit of the northern provinces of Argentina, is rich with themes of nostalgia and longing. It carries the listener through images and scenes native to the north, perhaps alluding to the geographical separation and cultural uniqueness of this part of the country. This Tango, beyond its melodies, serves as a narrative bridge connecting the nostalgically remembered past with the present’s soulful contemplation.


Symbolism of Norteño

“Norteño,” which translates to “Northern” in English, is imbued with symbolic references to the culture and landscape of Northern Argentina. Phrases and terminology might paint vivid pictures of the rustic life or the grandiose natural scenes typical of this region. The language chosen often reinforces a connection to the earth and traditional lifestyle, representing a form of resistance or a lament against the encroachment of modernity that could be eroding regional peculiarities.


Norteño in historic Context

The timing of “Norteño’s” creation in 1964 is essential. This period was an era of significant social and political transition in Argentina. During such times, there tends to be a turning back to roots and regional identity, perhaps as a grounding technique. The Tango thus might function as both an expressive escape and a reminder of stability derived from cultural continuity. References to specific locations or famed individuals within the lyrics can illuminate known stories or legends from northern Argentina, thereby deepening local pride and collective memory.


Emilio Balcarce

Emilio Balcarce was a distinguished composer and musician, known for his profound influence on the evolution of Tango music, particularly through his innovative approaches and deep respect for the genre’s traditions.