Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ
Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ
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These Tangos, Valses, and Milongas were recorded around the same time. Take a look to discover what else this orchestra—or others—may have recorded during the same week or even on the exact same day.
El Tango es el Tango is a Tango written by Juan Bautista Gatti and composed by José Raúl Iglesias.
The lyrics of “El Tango es el Tango” eloquently argue for the timeless and consistent essence of tango, irrespective of changes in style or era. Gatti draws a portrait of a conversation between an older individual, with “silver hair” reflecting a sentimentality for the tango of old, and a younger person who perceives the tango in a more contemporary context. This back and forth situates tango not just as a dance or a piece of music, but as an eternal emotional expression that transcends specific times or fashions.
The primary symbolic element in these lyrics is the tango itself, which represents more than a dance; it signifies a cultural heritage that pulsates with the heartfelt rhythms of Argentine life. Terms like “cuello o pañuelo,” which mean ‘collar or handkerchief,’ highlight the visual aesthetics associated with tango dancers but underline the notion that despite external differences, the soul of tango remains unchanged. Phrases like “el tango en todos los tiempos es tango, porque solloza,” translate to “tango at all times is tango, because it weeps,” evoking the idea of tango as a constant, emotive expression through its melodies that resemble a lament or cry.
“El Tango es el Tango” was written during the tumultuous times of the early 1940s in Argentina, a time marked by political unrest and the rise of populism with Juan Domingo Perón. In such an era, this tango can be seen as a reinforcement of cultural identity and continuity amidst changing tides. This piece reflects a longing for constancy and for the essence of ‘Argentineness’ that tango encapsulates, a solace and familiarity to cling on to amidst rapid changes.
Juan Bautista Gatti was a significant figure in the tango scene, known for his rich contributions to the genre through his evocative lyrics that often delved deep into the spirit of Argentine culture.