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El arranque

El arranque is a Tango written by Julio De Caro and recorded by Quinteto Real (Horacio Salgán) in 1960. Quinteto Real (Horacio Salgán) has recorded El arranque as an instrumental Tango.
“El arranque,” translated to English as “The Start,” captures the thrilling moment when anticipation turns into action. In this evocative tango, every note embodies the fiery passion and bold energy of a new beginning, driving hearts to beat in sync with its rhythm. The piece is a celebration of courage, urging one to embrace life’s dance with vivacity and resolve.

Tango

Style

Quinteto Real (Horacio Salgán)

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Mario César Gomila

Author

Julio De Caro

Composer

1960/1/1

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Quinteto Real (Horacio Salgán)
Quinteto Real (Horacio Salgán)

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Letra del Tango El arranque

Una “yeta” feroz

me alejaba de Dios.

Golpes fieros de la vida

me tiraron a un rincón.

Ya de tan acabao

era un burro empacao;

la cabeza caída

sobre el corazón.

A la vida, sin fe,

mi rencor le mostré;

y la vida, gran maestro,

perdonando me enseñó…

Para tanto dolor

me guardaba un amor;

¡un amor!… Viento loco

que me empujó.



Ahora tengo un gran querer

un fracasao no puedo ser.

Formé un hogar y tengo un pibe;

linda racha me persigue,

no me dejo más vencer.

Mi corazón siente otra voz…

¡No estoy tan lejos ya de Dios!

Si la mascota fuese el pibe,

yo no sé… pero él sonríe

y me llena de valor.



Del triste pasao

me siento escapao.

Si el destino quiere

caeré,

pero nunca entregao.

Infeliz de aquel

que atorao de hiel,

no la empuja

pa’ que arranque

un cariño fiel.

English lyrics of the Tango "El arranque"

A savage “curse”
kept me away from God.
Harsh blows of life
cornered me.

So utterly defeated,
I was a stuck mule;
my head drooping
over my heart.

To life, without faith,
I showed my bitterness;
and life, a great teacher,
taught me through forgiveness…

For so much pain
it reserved for me a love;
a love!… Crazy wind
that pushed me forward.

Now I have a great love,
I cannot be a failure.
I’ve built a home and have a kid;
a nice streak follows me,
I won’t be beaten again.
My heart hears a different voice…
I’m not so far from God anymore!

If the charm would be the kid,
I don’t know… but he smiles
and fills me with courage.

From the sad past
I feel escaped.
If fate wants it,
I might fall,
but never surrender.
Unhappy is the one
who, choked with bitterness,
does not push
for a faithful love to bloom.

El arranque by Mario César Gomila

El arranque is a Tango written by Mario César Gomila and composed by Julio De Caro.



Story behind the Tango El arranque

“El arranque”, translating as ‘The Start’ or ‘The Pull’, can be seen as a metaphor for a person’s reinvigorated journey through life after a period of hardship and despair. The lyrics narrate the transformation from a state of being abandoned and beaten by life’s harsh realities to finding a new purpose through the power of love, symbolized by a new partnership and the birth of a child. This narrative captures the essence of resilience, a testament to the indomitable human spirit.



Symbolism of El arranque

The lyrics use potent symbols to convey the depths of the protagonist’s previous despair and his subsequent revival. Phrases like “Una ‘yeta’ feroz me alejaba de Dios” (A fierce jinx kept me away from God) symbolize extreme misfortune distancing the individual from hope or divine help. The turning point comes with the line “Para tanto dolor me guardaba un amor;” (For so much pain, it reserved me a love;) which suggests that life had a purpose for his pain, ultimately revealed through the love that revives him. Love and familial joy, highlighted by the presence of his child, are portrayed as redemptive forces that pull him back towards a divine connection, suggesting a restored faith.



El arranque in historic Context

Written in 1960, a period of considerable political and social change in Argentina, “El arranque” may also reflect a broader societal message. The 1960s in Argentina were marked by instability, which often translated into personal hardships for its citizens. This Tango, with its themes of overcoming adversity, perhaps served as a metaphorical encouragement for its listeners to find their own ‘arranque’ or push to persevere through their struggles. The personal redemption theme may have resonated deeply with an audience coping with uncertainty, implying a shared sense of hope and resilience.



Mario César Gomila

Mario César Gomila, the lyricist of “El arranque”, is recognized for his contribution to the Tango genre, often weaving complex emotional and societal themes into his work.