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Fondín de Pedro Mendoza

Fondín de Pedro Mendoza is a Tango written by Raúl de los Hoyos and recorded by Carlos Gardel in 1931. The Tango Fondín de Pedro Mendoza is written by Raúl de los Hoyos, Carlos Gardel has recorded Fondín de Pedro Mendoza with the singer Guit. Guillermo Barbieri, Ángel Domingo Riverol.
“Fondín de Pedro Mendoza,” or “Little Inn of Pedro Mendoza,” evokes the charm and allure of an intimate gathering place. In this melodic piece, one imagines the warm ambiance of a small tavern nestled in the heart of Buenos Aires, where stories unfold over shared glances and gentle laughter. The music captures a timeless tango spirit, inviting listeners to lose themselves in its wistful dance of nostalgia and camaraderie.

Tango

Style

Carlos Gardel

Orchestra

Guit. Guillermo Barbieri, Ángel Domingo Riverol

Singer

Luis César Amadori, Ivo Pelay

Author

Raúl de los Hoyos

Composer

1931/5/28

Date

Guit. Guillermo Barbieri, Ángel Domingo Riverol
Guit. Guillermo Barbieri, Ángel Domingo Riverol
Carlos Gardel
Carlos Gardel

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Fondín de Pedro Mendoza recorded by other Orchestras

Fondín de Pedro Mendoza recorded by other Orchestras

1931/5/28 – Zapatea juerte mi negra – Roberto Firpo
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1931/5/28 – Hasta que ardan los candiles (b) – Carlos Gardel
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Fondin de Pedro Mendoza – 1931/5/28 – Carlos Gardel – Guit. Guillermo Barbieri
Angel Domingo Riverol
Fondin de Pedro Mendoza – 1930/11/5 – Francisco Canaro – Charlo

Lyrics Translation of the Tango Fondín de Pedro Mendoza

This is the translation of the Tango “Fondín de Pedro Mendoza” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Tango “Fondín de Pedro Mendoza” have been done with AI.

Letra del Tango Fondín de Pedro Mendoza

Fondín de Pedro Mendoza

que sos el alma del puerto,

en cada mesa las copas

cuentan la historia de mi pasión.

La ronca voz de un borracho

le canta al alba su diana,

como en aquella mañana,

brumosa y fría, que te dejé.



Diez años son que una noche

borracho de odio y de vino,

quiso perderme el destino

y frente a frente me la encontré.

No pude más y vencido,

contra esa puerta yo la maté.



Y desde entonces ando rodando

sin fe, sin patria, sin esperanzas,

cambié de nombre, cambié de cara,

porque no pude no cambié el alma.

Y como entonces, serenamente,

miro tus líneas que me fascinan,

fondín del puerto, mi único amigo,

sos el testigo de mi dolor.



Recitado:

Fondín, aquí nació el amor,

que yo por culpa de un amor, perdí.

English lyrics of the Tango "Fondín de Pedro Mendoza"

Pedro Mendoza’s small tavern,
you are the soul of the harbor,
at each table the glasses
tell the story of my passion.

The raspy voice of a drunk
serenades the dawn for her,
like on that misty, cold morning,
when I left you.

It’s been ten years since that night,
drunk with hate and wine,
fate wanted to destroy me
and I found myself face to face with her.
I could no longer hold back, defeated,
against that door, I killed her.

And since then, I’ve been wandering
without faith, without a homeland, without hope,
I changed my name, I changed my face,
because I could not change my soul.
And like then, calmly,
I gaze at your lines that fascinate me,
small tavern of the harbor, my only friend,
you are the witness of my pain.

Spoken:
Small tavern, here love was born,
and through a fault of love, I lost it.

Fondín de Pedro Mendoza by Luis César Amadori, Ivo Pelay 

Fondín de Pedro Mendoza is a Tango written by Luis César Amadori, Ivo Pelay and composed by Raúl de los Hoyos.



Story behind the Tango Fondín de Pedro Mendoza

The song narrates a poignant tale set in a humble bar, or “fondín,” named Fondín de Pedro Mendoza, a place that serves as the narrator’s refuge and the setting of his deepest emotional expressions. The narrative unfolds in an environment where glasses on each table witness the intensity of the protagonist’s passion, exacerbated by the sorrowful melody of a drunken voice at dawn. Tragically, the protagonist, overwhelmed by a potent mix of hatred and wine, encounters his lost love after ten years, leading to a dramatic climax where, in defeat and despair, he commits a grave act against her.



Symbolism of Fondín de Pedro Mendoza

The fondín symbolizes more than a mere drinking spot; it is a microcosm of the port district, alive with stories of love, betrayal, and regrets. The cups that recount passionate stories symbolize the burdens and emotional outpouring of the patrons who frequent the bar. The “ronca voz de un borracho” or hoarse voice of the drunkard serves as a harbinger of dawn and symbolizes the raw, unfiltered emotional expression that pervades the space. This setting underlines themes of fate, despair, and the search for redemption.



Fondín de Pedro Mendoza in historic Context

Recorded in 1931, amid the interwar period, this tango reflects the era’s social and economic tensions in Argentina. The melancholy and fatalism characteristic of tango music resonate with the broader societal mood of uncertainty and disillusionment. Buenos Aires, known for its thriving port and diverse populace, provides the perfect backdrop for this narrative, symbolizing a space where varied human journeys intersect, sometimes with volatile outcomes. The narrative encapsulates the essence of the tango as a dance of deep emotions and narratives of personal struggle and resilience.



Luis César Amadori, Ivo Pelay

Luis César Amadori and Ivo Pelay were prominent figures in Argentine cinema and theater, known for their contributions to the literary and lyric aspects of tango music.