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El trece

El trece is a Tango written by Albérico Spátola and recorded by Ángel d’Agostino in 1943. The Tango El trece is written by Albérico Spátola, Ángel d’Agostino has recorded El trece with the singer Ángel Vargas.
“El trece,” or “The Thirteen,” dances through the air with a rhythm that speaks of mystery and allure. The number thirteen, often seen as an omen or a charm, twirls in a tango of fate and fortune, capturing hearts with every step. This piece embodies the seductive unpredictability of life, as melodies intertwine in a passionate embrace of chance.

Tango

Style

Ángel d'Agostino

Orchestra

Ángel Vargas

Singer

Angel Gregorio Villoldo

Author

Albérico Spátola

Composer

1943/3/12

Date

Ángel Vargas
Ángel Vargas
Ángel d'Agostino
Ángel d’Agostino

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Lyrics Translation of the Tango El trece

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

Letra del Tango El trece

¡Qué lindo es bailar
un tango dormilón,
gozar, soñar, vivir, sentir,
las vibraciones del corazón!

Cuando con dolor
Me balanceo al compás,
No sé lo que me pasa,
Siento un goce sin igual.

Cuando embelesado, voy en los brazos de mi bien
Rebosa mi pecho de pasión y de placer,
Y el grato vaivén de esta danza me hace muy feliz
Y es El Trece voluptuoso, el que me gusta a mí.

Es el tango para bailar
Una danza muy singular
Que el alma nos enajena
Y de emociones nos llena.

Es el tango mi gran pasión
Y palpita mi corazón
Cuando bailo con un criollo
Buen pierna y se hamaca mi corazón.

English lyrics of the Tango "El trece"

How lovely it is to dance
a dreamy tango,
to enjoy, dream, live, feel,
the heart’s vibrations!

When with pain
I sway to the rhythm,
I don’t know what happens to me,
I feel unparalleled joy.

When entranced, I go in the arms of my love,
My chest overflows with passion and pleasure,
And the pleasant sway of this dance makes me very happy,
And it’s The Thirteen, voluptuous, that I like for me.

It’s the tango to dance
A very unique dance
That captivates our souls
And fills us with emotions.

Tango is my great passion
And my heart throbs
When I dance with a criollo
Good leg and my heart swings.

El trece by Angel Gregorio Villoldo

El trece is a Tango written by Angel Gregorio Villoldo and composed by Albérico Spátola.

Story behind the Tango El trece

The lyrics of “El trece” dive deep into the emotional core of tango, capturing the essence of the dance as not just movement but a passionate, emotional experience. The protagonist describes the dance as a deeply enjoyable act, filled with dreams and sensations that stir the heart. The term “dormilón” typically translates to sleepy or dozy, suggesting a smooth, flowing motion, akin to a gentle lull, which carries the dancer through pain (“con dolor”), likely referring to the emotional or physical strains that vanish in the act of dancing.

The text reflects a personal journey, where dancing tango acts as an elixir that soothes and exhilarates, particularly identifying with “El Trece”, likely a popular style or step of tango known for its indulgent, pleasurable characteristics.

Symbolism of El trece

The repeated references to emotional and physical sensibilities (“gozar, soñar, vivir, sentir”) emphasize tango as not merely a dance but a conduit for broader human experiences. The phrase “las vibraciones del corazón” symbolizes the profound connection between the music, movement, and one’s deepest emotions. “El Trece” itself, translating to “The Thirteen” in English, may symbolize a peculiarity or a unique attribute in Tango; an element of mystery or luck commonly associated with the number thirteen.

The dance described as “dormilón” and the scenes of embracing “the arms of my beloved” encapsulate a romantic, almost trance-like state elicited by Tango, portraying it as a therapeutic escape, defining one’s personal and cultural identity.

El trece in historic Context

Written and recorded in 1943 Argentina, “El trece” emerges from a vibrant period in Tango history, where the dance and its music were intrinsic to Argentine culture, expressing not just artistic but social and political nuances of the time. During this era, Tango was transitioning, becoming more reflective and complex, mirroring the societal changes caused by global events like World War II. This context might be why the song deeply emphasizes emotional relief and patriotic subtleties (“cuando bailo con un criollo”), highlighting a return to local authenticity and traditional roots in challenging times.

Angel Gregorio Villoldo

Angel Gregorio Villoldo was an Argentine musician, often hailed as one of the pioneering figures in the development of Tango.