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Fumando espero

Fumando espero is a Tango written by Juan Viladomat and recorded by Roberto Firpo in 1927. Roberto Firpo has recorded Fumando espero as an instrumental Tango.
“Fumando espero,” or “Smoking, I wait,” embodies the quiet solitude of longing wrapped in the velvety embrace of anticipation. As the melody weaves through the air, each note carries the wistful ache of dreams suspended in time. This tango captures the bittersweet hope that swirls within the depths of one’s heart, as smoke circles into the night.

Tango

Style

Roberto Firpo

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Félix Garzo

Author

Juan Viladomat

Composer

1927/8/23

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Roberto Firpo
Roberto Firpo

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Fumando espero recorded by other Orchestras

Fumando espero recorded by other Orchestras

1927/8/22 – Cruz diablo – Rodolfo Biagi
1927/8/22 – El carreton – Rodolfo Biagi
1927/8/25 – El once (A divertirse) – Osvaldo Fresedo
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Fumando espero – 1956/2/3 – Carlos di Sarli – Argentino Ledesma
Fumando espero – 1956/4/26 – Carlos di Sarli – Roberto Florio
Fumando espero – 1927/11/8 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
Fumando espero – 1956/4/3 – Alfredo De Angelis – Carlos Dante
Fumando espero – 1955/6/1 – Hector Varela – Argentino Ledesma
Fumando espero – 1927/8/23 – Roberto Firpo – Instrumental
Fumando espero – 1927/7/21 – Orquesta Tipica Victor – Instrumental

Letra del Tango Fumando espero

Fumar es un placer

genial, sensual.

Fumando espero

al hombre a quien yo quiero,

tras los cristales

de alegres ventanales.

Mientras fumo,

mi vida no consumo

porque flotando el humo

me suelo adormecer…

Tendida en la chaisse longue

soñar y amar…

Ver a mi amante

solícito y galante,

sentir sus labios

besar con besos sabios,

y el devaneo

sentir con más deseos

cuando sus ojos veo,

sedientos de pasión.

Por eso estando mi bien

es mi fumar un edén.



Dame el humo de tu boca.

Anda, que así me vuelvo loca.

Corre que quiero enloquecer

de placer,

sintiendo ese calor

del humo embriagador

que acaba por prender

la llama ardiente del amor.



Mi egipcio es especial,

qué olor, señor.

Tras la batalla

en que el amor estalla,

un cigarrillo

es siempre un descansillo

y aunque parece

que el cuerpo languidece,

tras el cigarro crece

su fuerza, su vigor.

La hora de inquietud

con él, no es cruel,

sus espirales son sueños celestiales,

y forman nubes

que así a la gloria suben

y envuelta en ella,

su chispa es una estrella

que luce, clara y bella

con rápido fulgor.

Por eso estando mi bien

es mi fumar un edén.

English lyrics of the Tango "Fumando espero"

Smoking is a pleasure

genial, sensual.

While smoking I wait

for the man I adore,

through the glass

of cheerful windows.

As I smoke,

my life I do not waste

for with the drifting smoke

I tend to doze off…

Lying on the chaise longue

to dream and to love…

Seeing my lover

attentive and gallant,

feeling his lips

kiss with wise kisses,

and the infatuation

feel with more desire

when I see his eyes,

thirsty for passion.

For this reason being well

smoking is my Eden.

Give me the smoke from your mouth.

Come, that’s how you drive me mad.

Hurry, I want to go crazy

with pleasure,

feeling that warmth

from the intoxicating smoke

which ultimately ignites

the burning flame of love.

My Egyptian is special,

what a scent, mister.

After the battle

where love bursts,

a cigarette

is always a little break

and though it seems

that the body weakens,

after the cigarette grows

its strength, its vigor.

The hour of restlessness

with it, is not cruel,

its spirals are celestial dreams,

and they form clouds

that thus ascend to glory

and wrapped in it,

its spark is a star

that shines, clear and beautiful

with swift brightness.

For this reason being well

smoking is my Eden.

Fumando espero by Félix Garzo

Fumando espero is a Tango written by Félix Garzo and composed by Juan Viladomat.



Story behind the Tango Fumando espero

“Fumando espero,” which translates to “Smoking, I wait,” captures a passionate yet reflective narrative of waiting and desire. The lyrics reveal a person who indulges in the pleasure of smoking while waiting for their lover, using the act as a bridge to moments of love and intimacy. The setting is vividly described, emphasizing a comfortable and dreamy environment through phrases like “tras los cristales de alegres ventanales” (behind the glass of cheerful windows).



Symbolism of Fumando espero

The cigarette in “Fumando espero” serves as both a literal and metaphorical element. It represents a momentary escape and also a form of sensuous anticipation. The smoke’s ability to induce a dream-like state symbolizes a temporary departure from reality, allowing the protagonist to indulge deeply in their desires and memories. The repetition of phrases such as “sintiendo ese calor del humo embriagador” (feeling that heat of the intoxicating smoke) further amplifies the allure and intoxication of anticipation.



Fumando espero in historic Context

Created in 1927, “Fumando espero” reflects the social and cultural nuances of its time, where smoking was often glamorized and viewed as a sophisticated indulgence in Argentina. The Tango, with its deep emotional undertones and contemplative pace, serves as a perfect backdrop to explore themes of longing and sensuality, prevalent in the bohemian lifestyle of the era. This period was marked by a burgeoning Tango culture that encapsulated the complexities of urban life and personal relations.



Félix Garzo

Félix Garzo was a prolific lyricist known for his contributions to the Tango genre, capturing the spirit and passion of early 20th-century Buenos Aires.