Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ
Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ
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Gricel is a Tango written by and composed by Mariano Mores.
The lyrics of “Gricel” tell a poignant story of lost love and longing. The narrator reflects on an ill-fated romance with Gricel, expressing deep regret and sorrow over their actions that led to inevitable separation. This tango is a narrative of searching for something unattainable, the desperate pursuit of love that provided temporary solace but ultimately resulted in profound loneliness. The narrator acknowledges their naïveté in thinking they could win over Gricel’s heart, yet they embarked on the pursuit with fervor, leading to an emotionally tragic yet beautifully poetic outcome.
Symbolism in “Gricel” is rich, enhancing its emotional depth. The narrator’s illusions being compared to “crystal” suggest the delicate and fragile nature of their dreams. When these dreams shatter, it signifies not only the end of a hopeful illusion but also the devastation it leaves behind. The repeated plea to remember “Gricel” conveys the haunting persistence of memories and feelings that refuse to fade. There is significant emphasis on the physical and emotional connection – “besos” (kisses) and the warmth of a gaze – that the narrator hopelessly yearns to reclaim, only to find that the passage of time and circumstances have rendered such a reunion impossible.
Written in 1942, “Gricel” reflects the post-Depression era and the effects of World War II on Argentina. These times were marked by significant social and economic changes, which influenced cultural expressions such as tango. Tango, during this period, often conveyed themes of nostalgia, loss, and emotional intensity, mirroring the zeitgeist of uncertainty and yearning for better days. Its setting in Buenos Aires, a cultural epicenter for tango, adds layers of complexity, where the urban landscape often mirrors the tanguero’s internal conflict and desire to reconnect with lost love and personal redemption.
Gricel was a real person who inspired the song, capturing the imagination and heart of the lyricist, embodying romance and regret in a time marked by its transient cultural milieu.