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These Tangos, Valses, and Milongas were recorded around the same time. Take a look to discover what else this orchestra—or others—may have recorded during the same week or even on the exact same day.
Junto a tu corazón is a Tango written by José María Contursi and composed by Enrique Francini.
The lyrics of “Junto a tu corazón” express a deep sense of loss and longing, embodied through the night’s imagery as cold and desolate. The narrator reflects on the emotional devastation following a loved one’s departure, underscoring the enduring and painful impact of this absence. Love here is depicted not just as a source of happiness, but as an enduring wound, relentless and bleeding, revealing an intimate portrayal of suffering and devotion in the backdrop of personal solitude.
The recurring themes of darkness and light in the lyrics symbolize despair and past happiness, respectively. Phrases like “mis pobres ojos han quedado sin luz” (my poor eyes have remained without light) emphasize the darkness engulfing the narrator’s life post the departure of a loved one. Another poignant symbol is the “pichón herido” (wounded pigeon), representing vulnerability and a desperate search for refuge and warmth, which were once found “junto a tu corazón” (next to your heart).
Written in Argentina in 1942, the tango comes from a period where the country was facing significant political and economic changes. This context of turmoil and uncertainty may have influenced the themes of despair and nostalgia, as people often clung to personal relationships for stability and escape. Moreover, the tango culture itself, known for its deep emotional expressions and complex sentiments, frames this song within a tradition of using music as an outlet for profound personal and collective anxieties.
José María Contursi was a pivotal figure in the Argentine tango scene, known for infusing his lyrics with deep emotion and complexity, often reflecting themes of love, loss, and longing.