Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ
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Entre tango y zamba is a Tango written by Juan Rodolfo Lahet, Carlos Lázzari, Juan Polito and composed by Juan Rodolfo Lahet.
“Entre tango y zamba” narrates a vivid scene of cultural and musical fusion that reflects a deep personal and communal experience. The title, which translates to “Between Tango and Zamba,” sets the stage for exploration into these two iconic Argentine music and dance forms. The lyrics begin at a rural festivity where a young man enters, singing a tango, capturing the emotions of the audience. As the celebration intensifies, a young woman plays the guitar and sings a zamba, marking the beginning of the protagonist’s lifelong infatuation with both music styles.
The intertwining of tango and zamba within the song symbolizes the blending of different cultural influences and emotional states. Tango, often associated with the urban landscape, passion, and nostalgia, contrasts with zamba, which is reflective of rural folklore and a more communal, joyful expression. Phrases like “Tango, tango, tango, no dejes que me arrastre la zamba” and “Zamba, zamba, zamba, no dejes que se apague el gorjeo,” show a playful yet heartfelt dialogue between the forces of personal identity shaped by these musical genres. This duality and conflict serve as a metaphor for the protagonist’s inner struggle between two loves, or perhaps two lives, each represented by these musical forms.
Recorded initially in 1963, a period rich in cultural expressions and political upheaval in Argentina, “Entre tango y zamba” emerges as a piece not only of musical but also of social significance. During this time, Argentinians were experiencing a flux of cultural identity, with traditional folk music gaining equal standing with the urban sophisticated tones of tango. This song might reflect the broader societal shifts and the merging of distinct cultural identities into a coalesced national sentiment. “Un viva la zamba y al tango querido,” celebrates this harmonious coexistence, echoing the cultural bridging in Argentina’s heart.
Juan Rodolfo Lahet, Carlos Lázzari, and Juan Polito are credited with creating a composition that beautifully encapsulates the essence of Argentine musical traditions, delivering not just a song but a cultural narrative that resonates with many Argentinians.