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El once glorioso

El once glorioso is a Tango written by Carlos Enrique and recorded by Edgardo Donato in 1931. The Tango El once glorioso is written by Carlos Enrique, Edgardo Donato has recorded El once glorioso with the singer Luis Díaz.
“El Once Glorioso,” which translates to “The Glorious Eleven” in English, evokes the spirit of unmatched unity and brilliance. In this piece, each note and rhythm dances like a vibrant tango, celebrating the unbreakable bond and triumph of a legendary team. It captures the essence of collective achievement, where individual talents unite to create a harmonious masterpiece.

Tango

Style

Edgardo Donato

Orchestra

Luis Díaz

Singer

Luis César

Author

Carlos Enrique

Composer

1931/1/1

Date

Luis Díaz
Luis Díaz
Edgardo Donato
Edgardo Donato

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Lyrics Translation of the Tango El once glorioso

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

Letra del Tango El once glorioso

Ra! Ra! Ra!
¡El football del Uruguay!

En un certamen glorioso
Como en varias ocasiones,
El título de campeones
Conquistamos en football.
Y en mil novecientos treinta
Con entusiasmo profundo,
Jugando con todo el mundo
Lo volvimos a ganar.
Ra ¡Ra! Ra!
¡El football del Uruguay!
Ra! Ra! Ra!
¡El campeonato mundial!

Ballestrero (gran arquero)
Es un colosal portero,
Nasazzi con Mascheroni
Tienen pasta de campeones;
Luego el trío formidable
Que dirige el gran Fernández,
A un lado tiene a Gestido
Y por el otro al negro Andrade.

Tenemos Castro o Alselmo
En el centro de adelante,
De un lado, golea Scarone
Y por el otro, Iriarte;
Este quinteto marea
Con su juego no igualado,
En él Cea, seflorea
Y se destaca Dorado.

Ra! Ra! Ra!
¡El football del Uruguay!
Ra! Ra! Ra!
¡El campeonato mundial!

English lyrics of the Tango "El once glorioso"

Ra! Ra! Ra!
Uruguay’s football reigns!

In a glorious contest,
as on many occasions,
we’ve claimed the champion’s title
in football yet again.
And in nineteen thirty,
with profound enthusiasm,
playing against the whole world,
we won it once more.
Ra! Ra! Ra!
Uruguay’s football reigns!
Ra! Ra! Ra!
The World Championship!

Ballestrero (great goalkeeper)
is a colossal goalie,
Nasazzi and Mascheroni
are made of champion’s stuff;
then the formidable trio
led by the great Fernández,
with Gestido on one side
and on the other, black Andrade.

We have Castro or Alselmo,
up front in the center,
on one side, Scarone scores,
on the other, Iriarte;
this quintet dazzles
with their unmatched play,
in it, Cea shines
and Dorado stands out.

Ra! Ra! Ra!
Uruguay’s football reigns!
Ra! Ra! Ra!
The World Championship!

El once glorioso by Luis César

El once glorioso is a Tango written by Luis César and composed by Carlos Enrique.


Story behind the Tango El once glorioso

The lyrics of “El once glorioso” celebrate Uruguay’s historical achievements in football, particularly highlighting their victory in the 1930 FIFA World Cup. The song serves as a tribute to the Uruguayan national football team, glorifying their talent and victories in global competition. Each verse is filled with pride and celebrates not only the players’ skills but also the national spirit that football evokes in Uruguay.


Symbolism of El once glorioso

The key phrase “Ra! Ra! Ra! ¡El football del Uruguay!” is a clear indication of national pride, using ‘Ra! Ra! Ra!’ as a traditional cheer to amplify excitement and support. The mention of specific players and their roles within the team not only personalizes the song but also highlights their individual contributions to the sport, making them symbols of national pride and capability. The repeated mentions of winning the “campeonato mundial” (world championship) symbolize Uruguay’s global prestige in football, creating a narrative of triumph and international respect.


El once glorioso in historic Context

Set against the backdrop of Uruguay in the early 1930s, when the country won the inaugural FIFA World Cup in 1930, “El once glorioso” captures a period of immense national pride and joy. This victory was not just about sports; it was a testament to Uruguay’s assertion on the global stage during a time when South America was striving to make its mark internationally. The song, recorded just a year after this landmark victory, uses the medium of tango—a deeply cultural expression—to celebrate a unifying national achievement.


Luis César

Luis César is recognized for his contributions to the genre of tango, focusing often on themes that reflect national identity and cultural pride.