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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.
Enamorado estoy is a Tango written by Oscar Fresedo and composed by José Márquez.
The lyrics of “Enamorado estoy” delve into the intricate emotions of love and realization. Oscar Fresedo presents a narrative where the protagonist reflects on past fears of engaging fully with love—symbolized by his hesitation to kiss, fearing he might awaken from a dream. This realization shifts as he encounters true affection, symbolized by the recurring motif of a blooming flower, suggesting a rebirth of emotions and hope.
The central motif in “Enamorado estoy” is the flower, which represents both the fragility and the revival of love. Terms like “jardín del amor” (garden of love) and “flor vuelve a estar” (the flower returns to be) symbolize the regrowth and new beginnings in love. The transformation from night to day and the references to light—such as the “noche más azul” (bluest night) and the sun lighting up truth—contrast deep introspection with enlightenment and resolution.
Released in 1964, a period rich in cultural transitions globally and particularly in Argentina, “Enamorado estoy” mirrors the complexities of human emotions against a backdrop of social change. The year was emblematic of the search for deeper meanings in personal relationships amidst the political and social upheavals. The song, through its delicate use of metaphors, bridges personal emotions with broader existential themes, making it resonate with its audience in a profound way.
Oscar Fresedo, an essential figure in the history of Tango, was known for his deep, evocative compositions which often encapsulated themes of love, nostalgia, and existential musings.