Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ

Esto es puro compas

Esto es puro compas is a Tango written by Ricardo Malerba and recorded by Enrique Rodríguez in 1941. The Tango Esto es puro compas is written by Ricardo Malerba, Enrique Rodríguez has recorded Esto es puro compas with the singer Armando Moreno.
“Esto es puro compás” translates to “This is pure rhythm” in English, capturing the essence of this spirited piece. The original Spanish name suggests a seamless dance between melody and tempo, invoking the heartbeat of a passionate tango. Its rhythm weaves through time, echoing the soul’s unspoken desires, inviting listeners to lose themselves in its hypnotic embrace.

Tango

Style

Enrique Rodríguez

Orchestra

Armando Moreno

Singer

Enrique Cadícamo

Author

Ricardo Malerba

Composer

1941/5/12

Date

Armando Moreno
Armando Moreno
Enrique Rodríguez
Enrique Rodríguez

Discover Other Orchestras

Francisco Canaro – Fosforerita – 1926/1/1
Francisco Canaro – Happiness (Felicidad) – 1926/1/1
Francisco Canaro – Ave María (2) – 1923/1/1
Francisco Canaro – La última cita – 1923/1/1
Francisco Canaro – La rodada – 1916/1/1
Juan D’Arienzo – Ladrón de sueños – 1947/12/23
Juan D’Arienzo – La Galarcita – 1945/12/24
Juan D’Arienzo – Felicidad – 1960/9/7
Juan D’Arienzo – Se apagó una estrella – 1946/12/23
Juan D’Arienzo – Milonga de mis amores – 1970/12/16
Alfredo Gobbi – La catrera – 1951/4/26
Alfredo Gobbi – Que me quiten lo bailao – 1951/6/26
Alfredo Gobbi – Racing Club – 1949/10/13
Alfredo Gobbi – Calor de hogar – 1951/6/26
Alfredo Gobbi – Reflexionemos – 1957/10/8
Alfredo De Angelis – Sos bueno vos también – 1950/3/28
Alfredo De Angelis – Chistando – 1961/6/26
Alfredo De Angelis – Nadie quizo más – 1958/11/5
Alfredo De Angelis – Llevátelo todo – 1951/5/10
Alfredo De Angelis – Selección burrera – 1957/5/23

Recommended

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.

1941/5/12 – Que bonito es ser soldado – Enrique Rodriguez
1941/5/13 – Solo tu – Osvaldo Fresedo
1941/5/13 – Tres recuerdos – Osvaldo Fresedo
1941/5/16 – La chola – Roberto Firpo
1941/5/16 – Tristeza criolla (2) – Roberto Firpo

Lyrics Translation of the Tango Esto es puro compas

This is the translation of the Tango “Esto es puro compas” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Tango “Esto es puro compas” have been done with AI.

Letra del Tango Esto es puro compas

Bailando enamorado
este tango bien marcado,
muy suave se desliza
en el alma una caricia.

Salgamos que al bailar
juntitos, nuestro amor,
nervioso el corazón
aumenta su repiquetear.

El tango es más rimado
si pasamos abrazados,
a jóvenes y viejas
va envolviendo con su queja.

Es noche de vivir
es noche de soñar,
con música como ésta
todo el año es carnaval.

Esto es puro compás
es compás de mi flor,
el que sea seguidor
que lo salga a bailar.

Es acariciador,
es canyengue, sensual,
tiene del corazón
su profundo compás.

English lyrics of the Tango "Esto es puro compas"

Dancing in love
to this well-marked tango,
it gently glides
a caress in the soul.

Let’s go out to dance
together, our love,
with the heart nervous,
its beat quickens.

The tango is more rhythmic
when we move embraced,
to the young and the old
it envelops with its lament.

It’s a night to live,
a night to dream,
with music like this
the whole year is a carnival.

This is pure rhythm
the rhythm of my flower,
those who follow
come out and dance.

It is caressing,
it is canyengue, sensual,
from the heart
it has its deep beat.

Esto es puro compas by Enrique Cadícamo

Esto es puro compas is a Tango written by Enrique Cadícamo and composed by Ricardo Malerba.



Story behind the Tango Esto es puro compas

“Esto es puro compás” can be translated as “This is pure rhythm,” signaling a strong emphasis on the rhythmic pattern and the dance itself, a characteristic heart of the tango. The lyrics focus on the experience of dancing the tango absorbed in the sentiment and rhythm, which elicit an intimate and emotional response from the dancers. The essence of the song speaks to the tango’s ability to facilitate a deep connection, highlighting a moment of shared passion and embrace through dancing.



Symbolism of Esto es puro compas

The repeated reference to the act of dancing together “abrazados” (embraced) symbolizes unity and a deep, personal connection, suggesting that tango serves as a medium for expressing emotions that may be too profound for words. The key phrases “el alma una caricia” (a caress in the soul) and “nervioso el corazón” (nervous heart) suggest a mix of tranquility and intense emotion, evoking a sense of vulnerability and excitement that comes with genuine affection and romantic involvement. The tango, in this narrative, acts as an extension of the heart’s rhythm, reflecting innermost feelings through its beats.



Esto es puro compas in historic Context

Composed in 1941 during a rich era for tango, “Esto es puro compás” emerges when Argentina was experiencing significant cultural blossoming despite global upheavals of WWII. Buenos Aires was a melting pot of artistic expression, and tango served as both an escape and a reflection of societal emotions. In this historical framework, the song uses tango not just as a dance, but also as a cultural statement, a celebration of life amidst prevailing uncertainties, which aligns with the lyrics celebrating the tango as eternal carnival (“todo el año es carnaval”).



Enrique Cadícamo

Enrique Cadícamo was a renowned Argentine poet and tango lyricist, notable for his prolific contributions to the tango genre which deeply influenced Argentinian cultural heritage.