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.
En el lago azul is a Tango written by Alejandro Romay and composed by Roberto Rufino.
The lyrics of “En el lago azul” tell the poignant story of a love that has ended. The setting of the story, a small house by a blue lake, serves as a witness to both the love shared and the farewell. This setting evokes deep emotion as it becomes the solitary place where memories linger and the sadness of parting is profoundly felt. The lake symbolizes the depth of the lost relationship and reflects the solitude and pain of absence after the farewell.
The recurring image of the “blue lake” (lago azul) in the tango lyrics symbolizes depth and tranquility but also a profound sadness and emptiness. The lyrics depict the lake as a place where the narrator’s dreams and solitude converge, particularly in phrases like “en el lago azul de mi soledad” which translates to “in the blue lake of my loneliness.” This symbolizes the deep emotional states that the narrator experiences, oscillating between the serene memories of love and the intense pain of solitude. Additionally, the “casita” or small house by the lake represents the intimate, enclosed world that the couple once shared, now a relic filled with silence and tears after the parting, evoking a feeling of lost warmth and shelter.
Recorded in 1959, a period of significant cultural and social changes in Argentina, “En el lago azul” reflects the emotional landscape of its time. The 1950s in Argentina were characterized by political upheaval and social unrest, and art forms like Tango were avenues for expressing deep personal and collective emotions. The theme of lost love and solitude resonates with the broader societal feelings of uncertainty and longing for stability. The tango, with its melancholic undertone, captures this dual aspect of personal and societal narrative, offering an emotional solace and connection to its audience.
Alejandro Romay was an influential figure in Argentine media, known primarily for his work in television.