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La cumparsita

La cumparsita is a Tango written by Gerardo Matos Rodriguez and recorded by Juan D’Arienzo in 1937. Juan D’Arienzo has recorded La cumparsita as an instrumental Tango.
“La cumparsita,” translated into English as “The Little Parade,” is a timeless tango that captures the essence of life’s fleeting moments. This evocative piece is like a small procession of emotions, a journey through the passionate heart of love and loss. Each note tells a story, inviting us to dance through the memories and dreams of yesterday.

Tango

Style

Juan D'Arienzo

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Gerardo Matos Rodriguez

Author

Gerardo Matos Rodriguez

Composer

1937/12/14

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Juan D'Arienzo
Juan D’Arienzo

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La cumparsita recorded by other Orchestras

La cumparsita recorded by other Orchestras

1937/12/14 – El africano – Juan D-Arienzo
1937/12/9 – Gallo ciego – Juan D-Arienzo
1937/12/9 – El cencerro – Juan D-Arienzo
1937/12/21 – La morocha – Juan D-Arienzo
1937/12/21 – Melodia portena – Juan D-Arienzo
La cumparsita – 1943/11/5 – Anibal Troilo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1942/11/12 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1951/7/16 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
La cumparsita – (unknown date) – Anibal Troilo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1955/6/20 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1963/4/9 – Anibal Troilo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1937/12/14 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1951/9/12 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1943/11/23 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1968/9/11 – Cuarteto Anibal TROILO – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1963/12/10 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1971/12/7 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 2015/1/1 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1946/2/8 – Angel d-Agostino – Angel Vargas
La cumparsita – 1964/4/24 – Miguel Calo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1927/5/3 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1943/6/28 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1979/10/30 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1926/11/7 – Pedro Laurenz – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1953/9/22 – Pedro Laurenz – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1942/9/10 – Rodolfo Biagi – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1940/11/18 – Ricardo Tanturi – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1935/5/6 – Edgardo Donato – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1944/6/3 – Alfredo De Angelis – Nestor Rodi
La cumparsita – 1961/8/29 – Alfredo De Angelis – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1953/1/22 – Enrique Rodriguez – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1955/9/16 – Jose Basso – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1956/7/26 – Jose Basso – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1961/4/28 – Jose Basso – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1983/1/1 – Jose Basso –
La cumparsita – 1968/5/2 – Hector Varela – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1956/11/29 – Hector Varela – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1954/11/25 – Hector Varela – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1966/3/21 – Florindo Sassone – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1973/1/1 – Florindo Sassone – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1968/5/30 – Florindo Sassone – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1957/1/1 – Astor Piazzolla – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1951/1/1 – Astor Piazzolla – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1950/5/17 – Osmar Maderna – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1977/1/1 – Enrique Francini – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1928/1/11 – Roberto Firpo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1917/1/1 – Roberto Firpo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1937/7/4 – Cuarteto Tipico Roberto Firpo – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1973/1/1 – Francini-Pontier – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1946/12/16 – Francini-Pontier – Alberto Podesta
La cumparsita – 1955/9/13 – Armando Pontier – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 211/12/1 – Horacio Salgan – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1987/1/1 – Nuevo Quinteto Real (Horacio Salgan) – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1930/1/1 – Julio De Caro – Instrumental
La cumparsita – 1926/5/12 – Orquesta Tipica Victor – Instrumental

Letra del Tango La cumparsita

La cumparsa
De miserias sin fin
Desfila
En torno de aquel ser
Enfermo
Que pronto ha de morir
De pena.
Por eso es que en su lecho
Solloza acongojado
Recordando el pasado
Que lo hace padecer…

Abandonó a su viejita
Que quedó desamparada,
Y loco de pasión
Ciego de amor
Corrió tras de su amada,
Que era linda, era hechicera
De lujuria era una flor,
Que burló su querer
Hasta que se cansó
Y por otro lo dejó…

Largo tiempo después
Cayó al hogar materno,
Para poder curar su enfermo
Y herido corazón…
Y supo
Que su viejita santa,
La que él había dejado
El invierno pasado
De frío se murió…

Hoy ya solo, abandonado
A lo triste de su suerte,
Ansioso espera a la muerte
Que bien pronto ha de llegar,
Y entre la triste frialdad
Que lenta invade el corazón,
Sintió la cruda sensación
De su maldad…

Entre sombras
Se le oye respirar
Sufriente,
Al que antes de morir
Sonríe
Porque una dulce paz
Le llega…
Sintió que desde el cielo
Su madrecita buena,
Mitigando sus penas
Sus culpas perdonó…!

English lyrics of the Tango "La cumparsita"

The parade
of endless miseries
marches around
that sick being
who soon will die
of sorrow.
Thus, on his sickbed
he sobs distressed
remembering the past
that causes him to suffer…

He left his little old mother
who was left helpless,
and mad with passion,
blind with love,
he ran after his beloved,
who was beautiful, was enchanting,
a flower of lust,
who mocked his love
until she tired
and left him for another…

Long time later
he returned to his maternal home,
to heal his sick
and wounded heart…
And he found out
that his saintly little mother,
whom he had left
last winter,
died of cold…

Now alone, forsaken,
subjected to his sad fate,
he eagerly awaits death
which will soon come,
and amidst the cold sadness
slowly seizing his heart,
he felt the raw sensation
of his wickedness…

Among shadows
you can hear him breathe,
suffering,
the one who before dying
smiles
because a sweet peace
reaches him…
He felt that from heaven
his good little mother,
easing his sorrows,
forgave his faults…!

La cumparsita by Gerardo Matos Rodriguez

La cumparsita is a Tango written by Gerardo Matos Rodriguez and composed by Gerardo Matos Rodriguez.

Story behind the Tango La cumparsita

The tango “La cumparsita” tells a poignant tale of a man reflecting on his life’s regrets as he nears death. This deeply emotional narrative delves into themes of love, betrayal, and redemption. The protagonist mourns the loss of his mother, whom he abandoned for a passionate but doomed love affair, only to return home too late. The lyrics explore his profound sorrow and longing for forgiveness, highlighting the human experiences of guilt and the desire for peace.

Symbolism of La cumparsita

“La cumparsita” employs various symbols to enrich its emotional texture. The ‘cumparsa’ itself, which can refer to a parade or carnival group, symbolizes the parade of endless miseries surrounding the protagonist. His life’s hardships are like a slow, melancholic march toward inevitable despair. Another potent symbol is the winter cold that his mother succumbed to, which embodies the harshness and unforgiving nature of his abandonment. At the song’s climax, the spiritual forgiveness from his mother provides a transformational symbol of ultimate maternal love and redemption.

La cumparsita in historic Context

Created in 1937 in Argentina, “La cumparsita” emerged during a time when tango music was a profound expression of the urban culture of Buenos Aires. This period was marked by both artistic innovation and social upheaval. The tango served as a voice for personal stories and societal issues, often blending drama with deep emotional resonance, which mirrored the tumultuous socio-economic environment of Argentina at the time. The song’s themes of sorrow and redemption are reflective of the struggles faced by many during this era, making it a timeless piece that resonates with the lament and hope of its cultural backdrop.

Gerardo Matos Rodriguez

Gerardo Matos Rodriguez was a Uruguayan musician, considered one of the leading figures in the history of tango. His compositions have left a lasting impact on Latin American music.