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El entrerriano

El entrerriano is a Tango written by Rosendo Mendizabal and recorded by Osvaldo Fresedo in 1944. Osvaldo Fresedo has recorded El entrerriano as an instrumental Tango.
“El Entrerriano,” or “The Man from Entre Ríos,” is a vibrant tango capturing the essence of its Argentine roots. This evocative piece embodies the spirit and bravado of a man from Entre Ríos, a province nestled between rivers, known for its rich cultural tapestry. The music itself sways with the passionate, heartfelt rhythm of life along those riverbanks.

Tango

Style

Osvaldo Fresedo

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Homero Exposito

Author

Rosendo Mendizabal

Composer

1944/4/26

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Osvaldo Fresedo
Osvaldo Fresedo

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Letra del Tango El entrerriano

Sabrán que soy el Entrerriano,
que soy
milonguero y provinciano,
que soy también
un poquito compadrito
y aguanto el tren
de los guapos con tajitos.
Y en el vaivén
de algún tango de fandango,
como el querer
voy metiéndome hasta el mango,
que pa’l baile y pa’l amor
sabrán que soy
siempre el mejor.

¿Ven, no ven lo que es bailar así,
llevándola juntito a mí
como apretando el corazón?…
¿Ven, no ven lo que es llevarse bien
en las cortadas del querer
y en la milonga del amor?…

Todo corazón para el amor
me dio la vida
y alguna herida
de vez en vez,
para saber lo peor.
Todo corazón para bailar
haciendo cortes
y al Sur y al Norte
sulen gritar
que el Entrerriano es el gotán.

English lyrics of the Tango "El entrerriano"

They’ll know I am the Entrerriano,
I am
a milonguero, from the provinces,
I am also
a bit of a dandy
and I stand firm
against the tough guys with their tricks.
And in the sway
of some fandango tango,
like falling in love,
I dive in wholeheartedly,
for dance and for love
they’ll know I am
always the best.

Can you see, don’t you see what it’s like to dance like this,
holding her close to me,
as if pressing on the heart?…
Can you see, don’t you see what it’s like to get along
in the shortcuts of love
and in the milonga of love?…

All heart for love
life gave me,
and some wounds
every now and then,
to know the worst.
All heart for dancing,
making stops,
and from south to north,
they often shout
that Entrerriano is the tango.

El entrerriano by Homero Exposito

El entrerriano is a Tango written by Homero Exposito and composed by Rosendo Mendizabal.


Story behind the Tango El entrerriano

El entrerriano lyrically tells the story of a figure proud of his origins and expertise in the art of tango. The character describes himself as coming from Entre Ríos, a province in Argentina, and exudes a confidence in both dance and romance. The titular “entrerriano,” or ‘from Entre Ríos,’ embodies a combination of charm and charisma, boasting about his proficiency on the dance floor and in matters of the heart.


Symbolism of El entrerriano

The lyrics of “El entrerriano” use dance as a metaphor for love and life’s challenges. The narrator’s confidence in navigating the complex steps of tango parallels his approach to romantic and social interactions, suggesting a philosophy of facing life head-on with passion and skill. Phrases like “Y en el vaivén de algún tango de fandango, como el querer voy metiéndome hasta el mango,” which translates to “And in the sway of some fandango tango, like love, I go all in” highlights this crossover, portraying a life fully lived, with love tackled with the same zeal and intensity as dance.


El entrerriano in historic Context

Set against the backdrop of 1944 Argentina, “El entrerriano” emerges during a period of significant cultural vibrancy despite global tumult due to World War II. Tango, an integral part of Argentine identity, was at its peak, and stories told through tango lyrics often reflect themes of pride, resilience, and individual prowess, resonant with a society navigating through a complex historical landscape. The intertwining of dance and life seen in the lyrics speaks to a cultural narrative of finding passion and expression even amid challenging times.


Homero Exposito

Homero Exposito was a renowned Argentine lyricist whose contributions highly impacted the golden age of tango, adding depth and narrative to the musical form.