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El esquinazo

El esquinazo is a Milonga written by Ángel Villoldo and recorded by Cuarteto Típico Roberto Firpo in 1939. Cuarteto Típico Roberto Firpo has recorded El esquinazo as an instrumental Milonga.
“El esquinazo,” which translates to “The Cornering” in English, envelops the listener in its intricate dance of tension and surprise. This piece, like a sudden turn at life’s crossroads, captures the essence of an unexpected encounter. Its rhythms weave tales of sharp transitions and unforeseen paths, inviting the soul to embrace the thrill of the unexpected.

Milonga

Style

Cuarteto Típico Roberto Firpo

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Carlos Pesce

Author

Ángel Villoldo

Composer

1939/3/3

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Cuarteto Típico Roberto Firpo
Cuarteto Típico Roberto Firpo

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Letra del Milonga El esquinazo

Nada me importa de tu amor, golpeá nomás…

el corazón me dijo,

que tu amor fue una falsía,

aunque juraste y juraste que eras mía.

No llames más, no insistas más, yo te daré…

el libro del recuerdo,

para que guardes las flores del olvido

porque vos lo has querido

el esquinazo yo te doy.



Fue por tu culpa que he tomado otro camino

sin tino… Vida mía.

Jamás pensé que llegaría este momento

que siento,

la más terrible realidad…

Tu ingratitud me ha hecho sufrir un desencanto

si tanto… te quería.

Mas no te creas que por esto guardo encono

Perdono

tu más injusta falsedad.

English lyrics of the Milonga "El esquinazo"

I don’t care about your love, just knock…

my heart told me,

that your love was a lie,

even though you swore and swore you were mine.

Don’t call anymore, don’t insist anymore, I will give you…

the book of memories,

to keep the flowers of forgetfulness

because you wanted it

I turn away from you now.

It was your fault I took another path

without sense… My dear.

I never thought this time would come

that I feel,

the most terrible reality…

Your ingratitude has made me suffer a disappointment

so much… I loved you.

But don’t think that because of this I hold a grudge

I forgive

your most unjust falsehood.

El esquinazo by Carlos Pesce

El esquinazo is a Tango written by Carlos Pesce and composed by Ángel Villoldo.

Story behind the Tango El esquinazo

“El esquinazo” depicts a narrative of heartbreak and disillusionment in love, capturing a poignant moment of farewell where past affections and promises dissolve. The speaker expresses a profound realization of betrayal, yet, in the face of this hurt, they decide to part ways in a definitive gesture of ‘el esquinazo’, translating to turning at the corner or giving the cold shoulder. This act signifies a sharp, final goodbye, emphasizing the emotional severance with the past.


Symbolism of El esquinazo

The use of specific phrases like “el libro del recuerdo” (the book of memory) and “las flores del olvido” (the flowers of forgetfulness) symbolizes the dichotomy of holding onto memories while trying to forget the pain inflicted. The lyric “tu más injusta falsedad” highlights the depth of perceived betrayal, accusing the other of profound dishonesty despite deep emotional investment (“si tanto… te quería”). This portrays the inner conflict between cherished moments and the pain they now represent.


El esquinazo in historic Context

Recorded just before the outbreak of World War II, “El esquinazo” reflects a period of global uncertainty that aligns with the personal turmoil and disillusionment expressed in the lyrics. 1939 Argentina, while culturally rich, was also a time of political and social upheaval. Such an environment could heighten personal emotions, making themes of betrayal and final goodbyes particularly resonant in the tango, which itself acts as a cultural expression of deeper emotional currents.


Carlos Pesce

Carlos Pesce was a lyricist known for contributing to the rich tradition of tango music in Argentina, aligning complex emotional themes with engaging musical compositions.