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Florida

Florida is a Tango written by Raimundo Petillo and recorded by Enrique Rodríguez in 1941. Enrique Rodríguez has recorded Florida as an instrumental Tango.
The piece called “Florida,” which translates to “Flowered” in English, dances through the air like a garden in full bloom. With each note, it paints a vivid tapestry of petals unfolding under the golden sun, a symphony of life and color. The music weaves a story of renewal and joy, a celebration of nature’s eternal beauty.

Tango

Style

Enrique Rodríguez

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Antonio Polito

Author

Raimundo Petillo

Composer

1941/7/23

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Enrique Rodríguez
Enrique Rodríguez

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Florida recorded by other Orchestras

Florida recorded by other Orchestras

1941/7/23 – Llorar por una mujer – Enrique Rodriguez
1941/7/24 – Tres esquinas – Angel d-Agostino
1941/7/24 – Un copetin – Angel d-Agostino
1941/7/21 – No se haga mala sangre – Edgardo Donato
1941/7/21 – Te busco – Edgardo Donato
Florida – 1938/8/5 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
Florida – 1952/11/12 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
Florida – 1941/7/23 – Enrique Rodriguez – Instrumental

Letra del Tango Florida

Sin la careta del dolor,
pensando en el amor,
van todos a Florida…
En el soberbio atardecer,
sonriendo, la mujer
es un canto a la vida.
Por esa calle de moda
va siempre gentil,
soñando, dulce, en la boda,
que la hará feliz…
Va por la calle Florida,
la linda calle donde está el querer.

Los muchachos, también,
saboreando ilusión,
llevan el corazón
en un lírico tren.
Y el piropo sutil,
en sus labios, es miel
que alimenta el clavel
del humano vivir.
Se contemplan los dos,
con ideal frenesí.
Ella dice que sí;
nunca él dice que no.
Y en un mismo dulzor,
por Florida se van,
que es la calle sin par,
en las cosas de amor.

En ese punto de reunión,
también, tras la ilusión,
va el viejo presumido.
Con una rosa en el ojal,
doliéndole al pisar,
maldice el reumatismo.
Y en esa calle querida
por el caburé,
jamás se siente vencida
la pasión y fe.
¡Bendita seas, Florida!
Mientras yo viva no te dejaré.

English lyrics of the Tango "Florida"

Without the mask of pain,
thinking of love,
all head to Florida Street…
In the splendid evening,
smiling, the woman
becomes a song to life.
On that fashionable street
she always walks gracefully,
dreaming sweetly of the wedding
that will make her happy…
She walks down Florida Street,
the beautiful street where love resides.

The young men, too,
savoring dreams,
carry their hearts
on a lyrical train.
And the subtle compliment,
on their lips, is honey
that nourishes the carnation
of human existence.
They gaze at each other,
with ideal fervor.
She says yes;
he never says no.
And with the same sweetness,
they stroll along Florida,
that unparalleled street
in matters of love.

At that meeting point,
chasing dreams,
the vain old man also goes.
With a rose in his lapel,
painful with each step,
he curses his rheumatism.
And on that beloved street
by the owl,
passion and faith
are never defeated.
Blessed be, Florida!
As long as I live, I will not leave you.

Florida by Antonio Polito

Florida is a Tango written by Antonio Polito and composed by Raimundo Petillo.



Story behind the Tango Florida

The lyrics of “Florida” convey a vivid scene of life, encapsulating emotions and societal behavior as observed on the bustling street named Florida in Buenos Aires. The song paints a picture of various characters, from young lovers to an old man, each interacting with the street in their own way. It explores themes of love, youth, aging, and societal norms through these interactions, set against the backdrop of a lively and fashionable urban backdrop.



Symbolism of Florida

The street “Florida” itself emerges as a central symbol in the Tango, representing a place where dreams, love, and everyday realities meet. The recurring phrase “la calle sin par, en las cosas de amor” highlights Florida as an unparalleled location for romantic endeavors. The lyrical reference to a “soberbio atardecer” and the woman who is a “canto a la vida” symbolizes the beauty and vibrance of life that the street encapsulates. The youth with hearts “en un lírico tren” and the elderly man with a rose, despite his rheumatism, convey the contrast between the hopeful buoyancy of youth and the harsh realities of age, all witnessed by the street.



Florida in Historic Context

Written in 1941, during a turbulent period in world history, “Florida” offers an escape into the microcosm of Buenos Aires’ cultural life. The choice of Florida Street, a famous and historically significant commercial hub in Buenos Aires, serves as a cultural artifact representing the intersection of cosmopolitan ideals and everyday Argentine life. The tango could be seen as a reflection on the resilience of cultural and personal pursuits amidst broader social challenges, including the onset of World War II and evolving Argentine political landscapes.



Antonio Polito

Antonio Polito was an influential figure in the golden age of Argentine tango, known for infusing his compositions with a narrative depth that resonates with the everyday experiences of his audience.