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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 1953. Osvaldo Fresedo has recorded El once (A divertirse) as an instrumental Tango.
The piece titled “El Once (A Divertirse)” translates to “The Eleven (Let’s Have Fun)” in English. In the vibrant dance of life, “El Once” beckons the rhythm of the night, inviting all to lose themselves in its joyful embrace. The melody, like a playful whisper, encourages a carefree spirit, urging hearts to revel in the spontaneity of the moment.

Tango

Style

Osvaldo Fresedo

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Emilio Fresedo

Author

Osvaldo Fresedo

Composer

1953/5/20

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Osvaldo Fresedo
Osvaldo Fresedo

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El once (A divertirse) recorded by other Orchestras

El once (A divertirse) recorded by other Orchestras

1953/5/20 – De pura cepa – Osvaldo Fresedo
1953/5/20 – Tiempos viejos (Te acordas hermano) – Osvaldo Fresedo
1953/5/20 – Una gota de rocio – Osvaldo Fresedo
1953/5/20 – Un momento – Horacio Salgan
1953/5/20 – Sentimental y canyengue – Horacio Salgan
El once (A divertirse) – 1946/12/5 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
El once (A divertirse) – 1951/10/23 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
El once (A divertirse) – 1954/11/16 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
El once (A divertirse) – 1966/8/3 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
El once (A divertirse) – 1927/8/25 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
El once (A divertirse) – 1931/1/1 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Teofilo Ibanez
El once (A divertirse) – 1935/4/5 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Roberto Ray
El once (A divertirse) – 1945/11/13 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
El once (A divertirse) – 1953/5/20 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
El once (A divertirse) – 1979/10/30 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
El once (A divertirse) – 1952/11/14 – Alfredo De Angelis – Instrumental
El once (A divertirse) – 1956/10/30 – Enrique Rodriguez – Instrumental
El once (A divertirse) – 1943/1/13 – Jose Garcia – Instrumental

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 woes
blow away in the wind,
for they will be foreign
to those who hear the truth.
Do not wait for 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 laments
that embitter life;
I prefer they get lost
and forgetting arrives
which heals everything,
which is best.

If you seek solace, don’t go cry,
learn to be strong and kill the sorrow.
Smile bringing liquor to your lips,
let your little soul dance waiting for love.
The smoke from a cigar, the light of the place,
the roaming notes will make you forget.
Who knows who will be by your side,
going like this with hearts to amuse.

Everyone have fun,
breaking the silence
to sing in chorus
if only for a moment.
Remember that in life
if there is anything of value
it is with those who have
the better time.
Cheer up your gaze
don’t think of the bad,
don’t let your face
wrinkle early.
Let everything run,
don’t rush your years,
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 Eleventh (To Have Fun)” in English, reflecting a call to joy and entertainment. This tango tells the story of a philosophical approach towards dealing with hardships. Instead of succumbing to sorrow, the lyrics encourage finding solace in celebration and enjoyment. Through verses like “No deje que sus penas se vayan al viento”, it counsels not to let troubles weigh you down but to cast them into the wind.


Symbolism of El once (A divertirse)

The tango employs symbols like “El humo de un puro” (the smoke of a cigar) and “las notas que vagan” (wandering notes), which evoke a sense of fleeting distractions from sorrow. These images overlap with the broader context of the tango culture where smoking and music play pivotal roles in creating an atmosphere of temporary escapism. Furthermore, the lyric “Quién sabe a su lado los que irán así” reveals a communal spirit of joy, suggesting that everyone should join in the merriment, indicating no one is alone in their fight against sadness.


El once (A divertirse) in historic Context

Composed in 1953, post World War II Argentina was undergoing significant political and economic changes. This period was marked by a sense of rebuilding and looking forward, which is mirrored in the tango’s overriding theme of overcoming sorrow and finding joy. Tango, often reflective of societal moods, served as a coping mechanism for people, highlighting why “El once” encourages leaving behind one’s sadness and reveling in the moment.


Emilio Fresedo

Emilio Fresedo, a notable figure in the Tango music scene, contributed richly to the genre along with his brother, Osvaldo Fresedo, a renowned bandoneon player and orchestra leader.