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Intimas is a Tango written by Ricardo Brignolo and composed by Alfonso Lacueva.
‘Intimas’, which translates to ‘Intimate’, poignantly expresses the deep, unspoken emotions and memories shared between two souls whose love could not come to fruition due to fate’s interventions. The lyrics begin with one individual noticing the sadness in their beloved, hinting at past joys and present sorrows caused by broken dreams or unfulfillable desires. They both harbor loving memories and an emptiness that remains unfilled, intertwining their melancholy in a quiet narrative of intimate grief and missed opportunities.
Throughout the song, Ricardo Brignolo uses rich symbolism to bring depth to the emotional landscape of the lyrics. Phrases like “las espinas de una rosa te han herido” (the thorns of a rose have wounded you) signify the pain hidden beneath seemingly beautiful experiences. Similarly, the recurring line about an “un vacío imposible de llenar” (an emptiness impossible to fill) underscores the enduring sense of loss and incompleteness felt by the characters. The use of floral imagery, like “violetas” (violets), enhances the sense of delicate but fleeting beauty, echoing the transient nature of love and happiness in their story.
“Intimas” was crafted in 1927, a vibrant yet tumultuous period in Argentine history, marked by social shifts and the rising popularity of Tango as an expression of common emotional threads in society. The themes of fate, love, and loss resonate deeply within the cultural backdrop of Argentina, where Tango often explores the darker, more introspective side of love and life. This song, like many others of its time, served as a reflective outlet where the populace could explore feelings of intimacy and melancholy, common during times of significant social change.
Ricardo Brignolo, an influential figure in the Tango scene, is known for his ability to capture complex feelings and narratives within the concise framework of a song, making profound impacts with lyrical storytelling.