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Intima

Intima is a Vals written by Néstor Portocarrero Vargas and recorded by Orquesta Típica Victor in 1940. The Vals Intima is written by Néstor Portocarrero Vargas, Orquesta Típica Victor has recorded Intima with the singer Carlos Lafuente.
“Intima,” translating to “Intimate” in English, is a piece that captures the soul’s deepest whispers and unspoken desires. It weaves a delicate tapestry of emotions, resonating with the heart’s hidden corners and secret yearnings. Each note is like a tender confession, drawing the listener into a dance of vulnerability and profound connection.

Vals

Style

Orquesta Típica Victor

Orchestra

Carlos Lafuente

Singer

Néstor Portocarrero Vargas

Author

Néstor Portocarrero Vargas

Composer

1940/4/11

Date

Carlos Lafuente
Carlos Lafuente
Orquesta Típica Victor
Orquesta Típica Victor

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1940/4/15 – Careta careta – Osvaldo Fresedo
1940/4/15 – Rosarina linda – Osvaldo Fresedo

Lyrics Translation of the Vals Intima

This is the translation of the Vals “Intima” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Vals “Intima” have been done with AI.

Letra del Vals Intima

Vengo hasta ti, mi bien, para decirte
Cuánto sufrí, sin sol ni primavera,
Vengo hasta ti, de lejos, a pedirte
Aquel amor que mi alma conoció sólo en quimera.

Tan sólo tú, sabrás mi desventura
Y acaso sepas tú, mi amiga buena,
Con tu dulce sonrisa ahogar la pena
De mi alma que llora tu amor.

En la aridez inmensa del camino
Vi desplomarse mi ilusión querida,
Y repechando con odio a mi destino
Me abrí en el alma, sangrante y cruel herida.
Ya sabes lo demás, ya lo adivinas
Ya sabes que en el cofre de mi pecho,
Intacto está mi amor siempre en acecho
De hallar el dulce nido de ilusión.

English lyrics of the Vals "Intima"

I come to you, my dear, to tell you
How much I suffered, without sun or spring,
I come from afar, asking you
For that love that my soul knew only in fantasy.

Only you, know my misfortune
And perhaps you know, my good friend,
With your sweet smile, drown the sorrow
Of my soul that cries for your love.

In the immense aridity of the road,
I saw my beloved illusion collapse,
And climbing with hatred for my fate,
I opened in my soul, a bleeding and cruel wound.
You already know the rest, you can guess,
You know that in the chest of my heart,
My love remains intact always on the lookout
To find that sweet nest of illusion.

Intima by Néstor Portocarrero Vargas

Intima is a Tango written by Néstor Portocarrero Vargas and composed by Néstor Portocarrero Vargas.



Story behind the Tango Intima

The Tango “Intima” unfolds as a poignant, personal confession of love and loss, where the protagonist recounts the depths of his suffering in a life devoid of love’s spring and sun. Through the lyrics, the speaker approaches a beloved figure, hoping to reclaim a love that was once merely a fantastical dream. The narrative is deeply intimate, structured around a heartfelt plea for understanding and the revival of a cherished connection that transcends mere romantic interest, delving into shared past experiences and deep emotional bonds.



Symbolism of Intima

In “Intima”, several symbols elevate the expressive force of the lyrics. The references to “sol” (sun) and “primavera” (spring) symbolize vibrancy and renewal, contrasting sharply with the speaker’s reported suffering. The “immense aridity of the path” and the “bleeding, cruel wound” in the speaker’s heart metaphorically depict the desolation and pain of unfulfilled love. The phrase “intacto está mi amor siempre en acecho” emphasizes the undying and vigilant nature of his devotion, suggesting a lover’s unyielding hope to find a “sweet nest of illusion” – a safe haven for his affectionate desires.



Intima in Historic Context

Intima, penned and composed in 1940 in Argentina, reflects the era’s rich cultural context in which Tango played a crucial role in expression and identity. During this time, Argentina was navigating the complexities of early 20th-century societal changes and political upheaval. Tango music, deeply woven into Argentine culture, often carried themes of longing, nostalgia, and personal struggle, mirroring the sentiments of the general populace grappling with their realities. Portocarrero Vargas, through Intima, captures these communal sentiments, transforming personal ache into a universal cry resonant with many of his contemporaries.



Néstor Portocarrero Vargas

Néstor Portocarrero Vargas stands out as a poignant figure in Tango history, renowned for both his evocative lyrics and emotive compositions that delve deeply into themes of love, despair, and hope.