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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.
El aguacero is a Tango written by José González Castillo and composed by Cátulo Castillo.
“El aguacero” constructs a vivid narrative, painting the image of a wagon journeying through the vast, open fields beneath the looming threat of a storm. The lyrics trace a meditation on fate and the relentless passage of time as symbolized by the ceaseless motion of the cart. More profoundly, the song reflects on the human condition, drawing parallels between the journey of the ox-driven cart and the existential trek of life itself.
The acceptance of the storm, termed “aguacero,” which translates from Spanish as ‘downpour’ or ‘heavy shower,’ juxtaposes initial resilience against destiny with a later embracement of the natural course, symbolizing perhaps a reconciliation with life’s unavoidable hardships.
The cart’s squeaking bones, which predict the storm, symbolize the impending hardships and the inherent human sense of forthcoming challenges. The storm itself, anticipated by the horned creatures, is emblematic of life’s sudden and inescapable difficulties. However, once the rain commences, the mood shifts—what was a desolate path becomes less so, filled with the vitality of the oxen who now breathe “puffs of contentment.”
The lyric, “Y la Pampa es un verde pañuelo, colgado del cielo, que quiere llorar,” is particularly poignant, portraying the Pampas as a vast, green handkerchief hung from the sky, ready to weep. This illustrates the vastness of human emotions, a canvas as extensive and profound as the sky itself, resonating with solitude, sorrow, and perhaps, cleansing.
Written in 1944, amidst significant global and national tumult, “El aguacero” emerges not only as a reflection of personal or existential meditations but also as a depiction of national endurance. Argentina in the mid-20th century was marked by political upheaval and social transformations. In this context, the tango could be seen echoing a collective spirit of resilience and adaptation in the face of inevitable changes and challenges.
José González Castillo was a prominent Argentine playwright and lyricist, known for his profound contributions to the literary and musical field of tango.