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El once (A divertirse)

El once (A divertirse) is a Tango written by Osvaldo Fresedo and recorded by Osvaldo Fresedo in 1945. Osvaldo Fresedo has recorded El once (A divertirse) as an instrumental Tango.
“El once (A divertirse)” translates to “The Eleven (To Have Fun)” in English. This lively tune invites listeners to a world where the number eleven symbolizes a bridge between routine and revelry, a time when the ordinary day transitions into festive celebration. As the music unfolds, each note dances with a spirited call to embrace joy and playfulness.

Tango

Style

Osvaldo Fresedo

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Emilio Fresedo

Author

Osvaldo Fresedo

Composer

1945/11/13

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Osvaldo Fresedo
Osvaldo Fresedo

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Letra del Tango El once (A divertirse)

No deje que sus penas
se vayan al viento
porque serán ajenas
al que oye lo cierto.
No espere que una mano
le afloje el dolor,
sólo le dirán pobre
y después se acabó.
Por eso me divierto,
no quiero sentirlas,
no quiero oír lamentos
que amarguen la vida;
prefiero que se pierdan
y llegue el olvido
que todo remedia,
que es lo mejor.

Si busca consuelo no vaya a llorar,
aprenda a ser fuerte y mate el pesar.
Sonría llevando a su boca el licor,
que baile su almita esperando un amor.
El humo de un puro, la luz del lugar,
las notas que vagan le harán olvidar.
Quién sabe a su lado los que irán así
con los corazones para divertir.

A divertirse todos
rompiendo el silencio
para cantar en coro
siquiera un momento.
Recuerden que en la vida
si algo hay de valor
es de aquel que lleva
pasándola mejor.
Alegre su mirada
no piense en lo malo,
no deje que su cara
se arrugue temprano.
Deje que todo corra,
no apure sus años
que a nadie le importa
lo que sintió.

English lyrics of the Tango "El once (A divertirse)"

Do not let your sorrows
go into the wind
for they will become foreign
to those who hear the truth.
Do not expect a hand
to ease your pain,
they will only call you poor
and then it’s over.
That’s why I have fun,
I don’t want to feel them,
I don’t want to hear complaints
that sour life;
I prefer them to be lost
and forgetfulness to come
which remedies everything,
which is the best.

If you seek comfort, do not cry,
learn to be strong and kill the sorrow.
Smile as you bring the liquor to your lips,
let your little soul dance in wait for love.
The smoke of a cigar, the light of the place,
the wandering notes will make you forget.
Who knows by your side those who will go there
with hearts to have fun.

Let’s all have fun
breaking the silence,
to sing in chorus
if only for a moment.
Remember that in life
if there’s anything of value,
it belongs to the one who
has the best time.
Brighten your gaze,
do not dwell on the bad,
do not let your face
wrinkle too soon.
Let everything run its course,
do not hurry your years,
for no one cares
what you felt.

El once (A divertirse) by Emilio Fresedo

El once (A divertirse) is a Tango written by Emilio Fresedo and composed by Osvaldo Fresedo.



Story behind the Tango El once (A divertirse)

“El once (A divertirse)” translates to “The Eleven (To Have Fun)” in English. The lyrics seemingly address an individual’s struggles and grief but ultimately emphasize escaping them through enjoyment and leisure. The main narrative encourages listeners to not let their sorrows be carried away by the wind and instead, find solace in forgetting through moments of joy and entertainment. The recurrent theme promotes the idea of resilience, encouraging the protagonist to face their sorrows with strength, symbolized by smiling while drinking and dancing, a common imagery in tango culture.



Symbolism of El once (A divertirse)

The lyrics make poignant use of symbolic language to convey its message. “No deje que sus penas se vayan al viento” illustrates the transient nature of pain, suggesting it can be as ephemeral as the wind if one chooses. The “humo de un puro” (“smoke of a cigar”) and “la luz del lugar” (“the light of the place”) are symbols of temporary escapes from reality, associated with ambient elements of a social event or nightclub, which serve as distractions from personal grief. The chorus line “Que baile su almita esperando un amor” symbolically invites the soul to dance, evidently looking forward to new love, embodying hope and the search for happiness.



El once (A divertirse) in historic Context

Composed in 1945 Argentina, “El once (A divertirse)” emerges during a period marked by political and social changes post-World War II. The narrative likely reflects the collective societal desire to move past the hardships endured during these turbulent times. The emphasis on diversion and enjoyment can be seen as a method to cope with the societal stress and anxieties of that era. Buenos Aires, a city famed for its nightlife, provides the perfect backdrop for the song, where the “notes that wander” and the nightlife’s vibrancy offer a temporary reprieve from the day’s struggles.



Emilio Fresedo

Osvaldo Fresedo, a renowned figure in the world of tango, alongside his brother Emilio Fresedo, have made significant contributions to the genre, blending traditional Argentine music with new rhythms and sounds that reflect the evolving cultural landscape of Argentina.