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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.
La abandoné y no sabía is a Tango written by José Canet and composed by José Canet.
The tango “La abandoné y no sabía” tells a poignant story of regret and lost love. The lyrics speak of a man who left his lover, only realizing too late that his feelings for her ran deep. This realization comes only after she is gone, leaving him with a broken faith and a fading hope. The phrase “La abandoné y no sabía” translates to “I abandoned her and did not know” in English, encapsulating the theme of unrecognized love until it’s too late. The emotions conveyed are a profound mix of remorse, despair, and longing for a lost chance at happiness.
The symbolism in “La abandoné y no sabía” is rich and contributes significantly to its emotional depth. For instance, “Amasado entre oro y plata” suggests a setting or life mixed with elements of both grandeur and commonality, reflective perhaps of the ups and downs in relationships. The use of the bandoneón, a typical instrument in tango music, not only grounds the piece in its cultural roots but also symbolizes the squeezing of emotions, much like the instrument itself. The recurring themes of music and dance suggest a cyclic nature of joy and pain, which aligns with the inevitable, sometimes painful movements of life and love.
The tango was recorded in 1944, a year during World War II, which was a period marked by profound global disruption and emotional upheaval. Although far from the direct impacts of the war, Argentina was experiencing its own internal changes with economic shifts and political instabilities. This historic backdrop adds layers to the song’s themes of loss and the yearning for what once was, potentially mirroring the societal longing for stability and the olden, more certain days amidst world chaos. Moreover, tango itself often reflects feelings of nostalgia and melancholy, serving as an outlet for the expression of deep, sometimes subdued emotions.
José Canet was a tango composer and lyricist known for his vivid contributions to Argentinian music.