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Igual que Judas

Igual que Judas is a Tango written by Carlos Eugenio Auzón and recorded by Juan D’Arienzo in 1958. The Tango Igual que Judas is written by Carlos Eugenio Auzón, Juan D’Arienzo has recorded Igual que Judas with the singer Jorge Valdez.
“Igual que Judas,” which translates to “Just Like Judas” in English, evokes the sting of betrayal and the heaviness of trust shattered. This piece of music, whether tango or another form, weaves a haunting melody reminiscent of whispered secrets and the cold echo of footsteps departing. It captures the complexity of human emotion, where loyalty and deception dance a delicate, poignant waltz.

Tango

Style

Juan D'Arienzo

Orchestra

Jorge Valdez

Singer

José Rótulo

Author

Carlos Eugenio Auzón

Composer

1958/6/12

Date

Jorge Valdez
Jorge Valdez
Juan D'Arienzo
Juan D’Arienzo

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Lyrics Translation of the Tango Igual que Judas

This is the translation of the Tango “Igual que Judas” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Tango “Igual que Judas” have been done with AI.

Letra del Tango Igual que Judas

Por que razón, me rezongas si voy de copas

No ves que quiero mis penas olvidar,

No ves que quiero olvidarme de tus besos

Que son tus besos que de sed me matarán.



El corazón que puede más, es quien me empuja

Es un torrente cegado de pasión,

Él sólo sabe la locura de entregarse por amor

Y yo luchando por los dos.



Por que razón, en el embrujo de tu boca

Mintió tu beso, como Judas su traición,

Para después, enloquecida de cariño

Salís diciendo, de que ya no me querés.



No ves mi mano cómo aprieta los rencores

Y me las muerdo con deseos de matar,

Y el corazón que no comprende mi locura

Todavía me tortura al quererte perdonar.

English lyrics of the Tango "Igual que Judas"

Why do you nag when I go drinking?

Can’t you see I want to forget my sorrows,

Can’t you see I want to forget your kisses

Which are your kisses that will kill me with thirst.



The heart that can do more, is the one pushing me

It’s a torrent blinded by passion,

It alone knows the madness of giving itself up for love

And here I am fighting for us both.



Why do you bewitch with your mouth

Your kiss lied, like Judas with his betrayal,

To then, mad with tenderness

Start saying, that you no longer love me.



Can’t you see how my hand grips resentments

And I bite them with a desire to kill,

And the heart that does not understand my madness

Still tortures me wanting to forgive you.

Igual que Judas by José Rótulo

Igual que Judas is a Tango written by José Rótulo and composed by Carlos Eugenio Auzón.



Story behind the Tango Igual que Judas

The lyrics of “Igual que Judas” portray a narrative of betrayal and heartache, set against the backdrop of Argentine bars and streets where the persona seeks refuge in alcohol to forget the pains delivered by a lover’s deceit. He grapples with the profound betrayal akin to that of Judas, which magnifies the torment experienced by his passionate and loving heart. As the poignant story unfolds, elements of anger and bitterness reveal the depth of his unyielded pain, struggling between forgiveness and resentment.



Symbolism of Igual que Judas

Through the title “Igual que Judas,” José Rótulo invokes a powerful biblical analogy to Judas Iscariot, symbolizing the ultimate betrayal. This sets the stage for a dramatic exposition of personal betrayal where the lover’s kiss, something inherently intimate and trustful, turns into a symbol of deceit. Phrases such as “mi mano como aprieta los rencores” (my hand tightly grips resentments) and “enloquecida de cariño” (crazed with affection) explore the tumultuous interplay of love and hatred, accentuating the agonizing confusion of feelings stemming from betrayal.



Igual que Judas in historic Context

Recorded in 1958 in Argentina, a time and place rich with the cultural tapestry of tango, “Igual que Judas” mirrors the traditional tango themes of deep emotion, tragedy, and passion. The historical context suggests a society grappling with its own complexities and perhaps the personal or societal betrayals felt during times of political turbulence in Argentina. Thus, the lyrics could also be perceived as a reflection of the broader societal betrayals that were experienced by individuals during this period.



José Rótulo

José Rótulo was recognized for his impactful contributions to the genre of Tango, capturing complex emotions through his evocative lyricism.