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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.
Entrada prohibida is a Tango written by Germán Teisseire and composed by Luis Teisseire.
The lyrics of “Entrada prohibida” tell the story of a woman whose early life was filled with luxuries and admiration but who eventually faces decline and rejection. Initially, she is depicted as a pampered individual, idolized and ruling at her whim. Men were enamored by her, some even ruining themselves for her affection. However, a turning point comes—the phrase “tu San Martín” referring symbolically to a downfall or a moment of reckoning akin to a national hero’s day—leading to her fall from grace. The woman, once a highlight of exclusive circles, becomes just another person in the crowd, abandoned by her lover and eventually barred from the places where she once reigned.
The title “Entrada prohibida,” translating to “No Entry” in English, symbolizes exclusion and a fall from favor. This theme is vividly portrayed through the rejection from places she once frequented and the societal abandonment she endures. Key phrases like “te prohibieron la entrada” and “se te acabó la parada” underline the loss of status and dignity, illustrating a steep descent from a privileged lifestyle to one of hardship and solitude. The gift of a “miserable dress” serves as a stark contrast to her former luxury, symbolizing her complete transformation and societal view as a destitute figure.
Written in 1947, “Entrada prohibida” emerges during a significant era in Argentine history, a time marked by political and social changes post-World War II. The narrative reflects themes common in tango music such as the volatility of fortune and the harsh realities of urban life. The portrayal of the woman’s rise and fall might subtly mirror the public’s disillusionment and fluctuating fortunes in Argentine society during this period. Such themes resonate deeply with a populace grappling with issues of identity, economic instability, and social stratification.
Germán Teisseire was an Argentine lyricist known for his contributions to the Tango genre, capturing deep emotional and social undercurrents of his time.