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.
Elvira te quiero is a Tango written by Manuel Romero and composed by Rodolfo Sciammarella.
“Elvira te quiero” translates to “Elvira, I love you” in English, emphasizing a deep and personal affection. The lyrics reveal a narrative of longing and love that feels almost predestined. The protagonist seems to have envisioned Elvira even before meeting her, suggesting a dreamlike connection that transcends mere physical acquaintance. The repeated expressions of devotion outline a heartfelt and poignant love story, encapsulated by a mixture of disbelief and awe at having found Elvira, the woman he has always dreamed about.
The song utilizes vivid symbolism, particularly through the motif of dreams, which suggests the idealized nature of love. Phrases like “como yo la he soñado” (as I have dreamed her) and “la imaginación” (the imagination) portray love as a fate-like force, a preordained encounter nurtured in the subconscious. The name “Elvira” itself becomes a symbol, representing not just a woman but the ideal of love, repeatedly whispered by the soul. The request not to disappear “like an illusion” emphasizes fear of loss and the ephemeral quality of intense emotions, highlighting the vulnerability that comes with profound attachment.
Created in 1942 in Argentina, “Elvira te quiero” emerged during a period when Tango music was integral to expressing the national identity and emotional and social currents. The longing and romanticism in the lyrics might reflect a broader sense of nostalgia and idealism, prevalent in cultural forms during uncertain times such as the early 1940s. Placing eternal love against the backdrop of a transient world might be interpreted as a form of escapism or a deep human need to find stability and meaning in personal connections amidst broader social upheavals.
Manuel Romero was a prolific Argentine songwriter known for his contributions to the genre of Tango, blending deep emotional narratives with characteristic rhythms and melodies.