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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 un rincón is a Tango written by Homero Manzi and composed by Héctor Artola.
“En un rincón” translates to “In a corner” in English, symbolizing a private, intimate space where memories and emotions are deeply harbored. The lyrics poetically traverse the landscape of memory and longing, where the narrator seems to be seeking traces of a past love. Manzi frames the setting as a quiet corner where love once lived and ultimately where it faded. This nostalgic journey reflects a common theme in tango: the interplay of love, loss, and longing.
The recurring image of “un rincón” serves as a poignant symbol of solitude and introspection. Each reference in the lyrics to this corner speaks of different emotional states—joy in the recollection of love and sorrow in its cessation. Phrases like “la luz feliz, la luna llena” contrast with “la luz más gris, más gris de amor,” using light and its intensity to symbolize the fluctuating emotions associated with love’s presence and its absence. This contrast of light further enhances the emotional depth of the piece, highlighting the highs and lows experienced in intimate relationships.
Recorded during the 1940s in Argentina, “En un rincón” mirrors the social and cultural backdrop of its time. This period in Argentina was marked by political changes and cultural evolution, with tango music serving both as a reflection of and an escape from the realities of everyday life. Tango often gave voice to personal and collective struggles, weaving narratives that resonated with many. The lyrics of this tango, exploring themes of love, memory, and solitude, would have found a universal echo among those facing uncertainties in their own lives, providing a form of solace and connection amidst change.
Homero Manzi was a renowned Argentine tango lyricist, known for his profound and evocative lyrics that captured the essence of the urban landscape and human emotions.