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El entrerriano

El entrerriano is a Tango written by Rosendo Mendizabal and recorded by Juan D’Arienzo in 1963. Juan D’Arienzo has recorded El entrerriano as an instrumental Tango.
“El entrerriano,” translated as “The Man from Entre Ríos,” evokes the spirit of Argentina’s vibrant heartland. This tango pulsates with the rhythm of rustic life, capturing the essence of a region where tradition meets the endless dance of time. Through its melodies, one can feel the soul of the countryside and hear the stories whispered by the winds of history.

Tango

Style

Juan D'Arienzo

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Homero Exposito

Author

Rosendo Mendizabal

Composer

1963/12/4

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Juan D'Arienzo
Juan D’Arienzo

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El entrerriano recorded by other Orchestras

El entrerriano recorded by other Orchestras

1963/12/4 – El choclo – Juan D-Arienzo
1963/12/4 – A mucha honra – Miguel Calo
1963/11/29 – Un mendigo – Alfredo De Angelis
1963/12/10 – La punalada – Juan D-Arienzo
1963/12/10 – La catrera – Juan D-Arienzo
El entrerriano – 1944/6/26 – Anibal Troilo – Instrumental
El entrerriano – (unknown date) – Anibal Troilo – Instrumental
El entrerriano – 1954/4/29 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
El entrerriano – 1946/8/26 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
El entrerriano – 1963/12/4 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
El entrerriano – 1968/11/1 – Osvaldo Pugliese – Instrumental
El entrerriano – 1927/3/23 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
El entrerriano – 1944/4/26 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
El entrerriano – 1979/10/31 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
El entrerriano – 1941/1/14 – Rodolfo Biagi – Instrumental
El entrerriano – 1946/1/7 – Alfredo De Angelis –
El entrerriano – 1957/3/29 – Hector Varela – Instrumental
El entrerriano – 1957/1/1 – Astor Piazzolla – Instrumental
El entrerriano – 1940/8/29 – Cuarteto Tipico Roberto Firpo – Instrumental
El entrerriano – 1952/9/17 – Francini-Pontier – Instrumental
El entrerriano – 1957/8/9 – Armando Pontier – Instrumental
El entrerriano – 211/12/1 – Horacio Salgan – Instrumental
El entrerriano – 1963/1/1 – Horacio Salgan – Instrumental
El entrerriano – 1927/7/11 – Orquesta Tipica Victor – Instrumental

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,
that I am
a milonguero and from the province,
that I am also
a bit of a tough guy
and can hold my own
against the tough ones with their marks.
And in the sway
of some fandango tango,
like with love
I dive in all the way,
for dancing and for love
they’ll know I am
always the best.

Do you see, don’t you see what it’s like to dance this way,
holding her close to me
as if squeezing the heart?…
Do you see, don’t you see what it’s like to get along
in the byways 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 to dance
making cortes
and to the South and North
they often shout
that the Entrerriano is the gotán.

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

The lyrics of “El entrerriano” portray a vivid character, the Entrerriano, who prides himself on his adept abilities as a dancer and lover. This character embodies the essence of the milonguero, a frequent attendee of milongas (Tango dance events) who is experienced and skilled in the art of Tango. The Entrerriano is depicted as not just a great dancer but also as someone who injects passion and spirit into his performance, symbolizing the impassioned heart of Tango itself.

Symbolism of El entrerriano

“El entrerriano” utilizes several powerful symbols to enhance the thematic depth of the lyrics. Phrases like “como apretando el corazón” (like squeezing the heart) and “Todo corazón para el amor” (All heart for love) emphasize the intense emotional engagement and passion that Tango involves. The references to dancing “haciendo cortes” (making cuts) metaphorically speak to life’s complex, sometimes abrupt, movements and decisions. The symbolic intertwining of dance and life’s emotions highlights the Tango’s ability to capture the essence of human experiences.

El entrerriano in historic Context

“El entrerriano” was created in 1963, a period when Argentine Tango was experiencing a revival and was heavily embedded in the cultural identity of Argentina. The 1960s were a time of significant political and social changes in Argentina, and Tango often served as a reflective medium for the people’s sentiments and struggles. The mention of “El Entrerriano” refers to someone from Entre Ríos, a province known for its proud and resilient inhabitants. This geographic mention not only regionalizes the character but also ties him to a specific cultural and social context that is deeply Argentine.

Homero Exposito

Homero Exposito was a prominent Argentine lyricist, renowned for his contributions to the Tango genre. His works are celebrated for their poetic depth and emotional resonance.