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El inquilino

El inquilino is a Milonga written by Javier Mazzea and recorded by Alfredo Gobbi in 1956. The Milonga El inquilino is written by Javier Mazzea, Alfredo Gobbi has recorded El inquilino with the singer Alfredo del Rio.
“El inquilino,” or “The Tenant,” gently weaves a tale of longing and solitude. The music captures the essence of a transient soul, ever searching for a place to call home, yet finding solace only in fleeting moments. As the notes dance, they echo the heart’s yearning, a melody of impermanence and quiet resilience, deeply touching and profoundly moving.

Milonga

Style

Alfredo Gobbi

Orchestra

Alfredo del Rio

Singer

Carlos Lucero

Author

Javier Mazzea

Composer

1956/7/16

Date

Alfredo del Rio
Alfredo del Rio
Alfredo Gobbi
Alfredo Gobbi

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El inquilino recorded by other Orchestras

El inquilino recorded by other Orchestras

1956/7/16 – Entrador – Alfredo Gobbi
1956/7/16 – Que facil es decir – Alfredo Gobbi
1956/7/16 – Tuya – Alfredo Gobbi
1956/7/19 – Petitero – Juan D-Arienzo
1956/7/19 – Ay Mimosa – Juan D-Arienzo
El inquilino – 1966/11/1 – Osvaldo Pugliese – Abel Cordoba
El inquilino – 1956/7/16 – Alfredo Gobbi – Alfredo del Rio

Lyrics Translation of the Milonga El inquilino

This is the translation of the Milonga “El inquilino” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Milonga “El inquilino” have been done with AI.

Letra del Milonga El inquilino

Hace diez años, señora,

que soy aquí su inquilino

y nunca tanto tuvimos

estas broncas como ahora.

Usted protesta, señora,

con sus gritos imprudentes

que entera a toda la gente,

que quiere mi desalojo,

porque dice con enojo

que soy un tipo indecente…



¿No le pago puntualmente

el alquiler los primeros?

¿No le blanquié el gallinero,

lo mismo que todo el frente?

¿No le hice el semisurgente

y allí se ahorró una ponchada?

¿Y al tipo de la frazada

se lo rajé para siempre?

¡Señora, yo he sido gente,

no me haga usted esta jugada!



Hoy la radio le molesta

cuando escucho los partidos,

porque dice que “con el ruido”

no puede dormir la siesta.

Que mi mujer, la Marieta,

gasta mucho con la plancha;

que el pibe rompe las plantas

con sus juegos y corridas;

si hasta arma una “tenida”

cuando mi canario canta.



Yo sé que la bronca viene

porque la pieza precisa,

pa’ que la boba de su hija

se case, que le conviene.

Al pobre novio que tiene

por si el gil se le arrepiente,

lo engrupen que al mes siguiente

va a quedar desocupada…

¡Qué ganas de hablar pavadas,

no me voy, aunque reviente!

English lyrics of the Milonga "El inquilino"

It’s been ten years, madam,
since I’ve been your tenant here
and never before have we had
these disputes like now.

You complain, madam,
with your reckless shouting
that lets everyone know,
that you want me evicted,
because you say angrily
that I am an indecent man…

Don’t I always pay the rent
on the first of the month?
Didn’t I whitewash the chicken coop,
just like the entire front?
Didn’t I fix the drain
and saved you a soaking?
And the guy with the blanket,
did I not banish him for good?
Madam, I have been respectable,
don’t play this game on me!

Now the radio bothers you
when I listen to the games,
because you say “with the noise”
you cannot take your nap.
That my wife, Marieta,
uses too much the iron;
that the kid breaks the plants
with his games and running;
you even make a fuss
when my canary sings.

I know the trouble comes
because the room is needed,
for your silly daughter
to marry, which suits you.
The poor boyfriend she has
in case the fool changes his mind,
they persuade him that next month
it will be vacant…
What a desire to talk nonsense,
I’m not leaving, even if I burst!

El inquilino by Carlos Lucero

El inquilino is a Tango written by Carlos Lucero and composed by Javier Mazzea.



Story behind the Tango El inquilino

The lyrics of “El inquilino” depict the disputes between a tenant, the narrator, and his landlady. The tenant outlines a series of complaints voiced by the landlady, juxtaposed with his defenses and expressions of disbelief at her grievances. Key themes include conflict, misunderstanding, and the strain of urban living. The narrator has lived as a tenant for ten years without issue, but now faces potential eviction based on accusations of improper behavior.



Symbolism of El inquilino

The song uses domestic imagery to symbolize broader themes of societal expectations and personal integrity. The mention of refurbishing the hen house and the front of the property suggests efforts to maintain respectability, while disputes over noise from the radio and damage from the children’s play highlight the challenges of communal living. Symbolically, the tenant’s insistence on staying put, despite threats of eviction, reflects a deeper narrative of resilience and resistance against unjust accusations.



El inquilino in historic Context

The tango was recorded in 1956, a turbulent period in Argentine history characterized by political and social upheaval. The milonga, a genre often reflecting the sentiments of the working-class, serves as a medium to comment on the societal dynamics of the time. In this context, “El inquilino” can be seen as a reflection of the average individual’s struggle for stability and respect amidst societal changes and challenges. The song captures the essence of mid-20th century Buenos Aires, where rapid urbanization led to conflicts over housing and living conditions.



Carlos Lucero

A notable lyricist in the world of Argentine tango, Carlos Lucero’s work often explores themes of everyday life and personal relationships.