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Ficha personal

Ficha personal is a Milonga written by Antonio Polito and recorded by Enrique Rodríguez in 1944. The Milonga Ficha personal is written by Antonio Polito, Enrique Rodríguez has recorded Ficha personal with the singer Armando Moreno.
“Ficha Personal,” meaning “Personal File” in English, evokes the intimate stories embedded within a single life. Each note unravels a hidden facet, a dance between past and present, capturing whispers of untold memories. The melody becomes a delicate journey, weaving identity and history into a tapestry of profound emotional depth.

Milonga

Style

Enrique Rodríguez

Orchestra

Armando Moreno

Singer

Yaraví

Author

Antonio Polito

Composer

1944/9/21

Date

Armando Moreno
Armando Moreno
Enrique Rodríguez
Enrique Rodríguez

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Lyrics Translation of the Milonga Ficha personal

This is the translation of the Milonga “Ficha personal” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Milonga “Ficha personal” have been done with AI.

Letra del Milonga Ficha personal

Porteño soy, tomen nota:
uno ochenta de estatura
y de elegante figura
sin ninguna discusión.
Soltero, bien parecido,
cutis blanco, nariz recta,
por intuición soy poeta
y cantor de profesión.

Tomo la vida
a mi manera
y a de quererme
como soy la que me quiera.
Tengo virtudes,
tengo defectos,
eso sí, soy muy correcto,
en cuestiones del amor.

Soy personal en mis cosas,
tengo mi filosofía,
si uno vive cuatro días,
para qué se va amargar.
Porque el final, ya se sabe,
de semilla nadie queda,
mi gusto haré mientras pueda
y después ya Dios dirá.

English lyrics of the Milonga "Ficha personal"

I’m from Buenos Aires, take note:
six feet tall,
with an elegant figure,
beyond any dispute.
Single, rather handsome,
fair skin, straight nose,
by intuition I’m a poet
and by profession a singer.

I take life
in my own way,
and the one who’ll love me
will have to love me as I am.
I have virtues,
I have flaws,
but yes, I am very proper,
in matters of love.

I’m personal about my things,
I have my philosophy,
if one lives but four days,
why should one sour them.
Because the end, as known,
leaves no one as a seed,
I’ll enjoy as long as I can
and after, God will say.

Ficha personal by Yaraví

Ficha personal is a Tango written by Yaraví and composed by Antonio Polito.


Story behind the Tango Ficha personal

The lyrics of “Ficha personal” serve as a personal manifesto of a typical Porteño (a native of Buenos Aires), introducing himself with a sense of proud individuality and a clear idea of self-identity. The protagonist outlines his physical attributes and virtues in a manner resembling a personal advertisement, highlighting his confidence and clear understanding of who he is. He is also a romantic, claiming to be a natural poet and a singer by profession, which imbues his life with artistic passion. His approach to love is defined by sincerity and correctness, reflecting traditional values of respect and genuine affection.


Symbolism of Ficha personal

The singularity of the protagonist’s character and his approach to life are significant in “Ficha personal.” The proclamation “Soy personal en mis cosas” symbolizes a strong sense of autonomy and individual philosophy. Additionally, the repeated mention of living life “a mi manera” (in my own way) emphasizes a theme of personal freedom and self-direction. This song’s emotional depth is seen in its reflection on life’s brevity, and the lyrical acceptance of inevitable mortality with a proactive zest for living fully “y después ya Dios dirá” (and then God will say), suggesting a surrender to divine will after doing one’s part.


Ficha personal in historic Context

Recorded during the uncertain times of 1944, amidst the complexities of World War II influencing Argentina indirectly, “Ficha personal” presents a narrative of self-assurance and defiance of life’s impermanence. The focus on personal identity and existential reflections mirror wider societal contemplations of the time—where assertions of individuality could be seen as both escapism from and a coping mechanism for the surrounding instability and change. Moreover, the notion of portraying oneself like a poetic artist signifies the cultural value placed on poetry and music as expressive outlets in Argentine society.


Yaraví

Yaraví was a notable lyricist whose works often delved into themes of identity, culture, and personal expression within the genre of Tango.