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La cumparsita

La cumparsita is a Tango written by Gerardo Matos Rodriguez and recorded by Cuarteto Aníbal TROILO in 1968. Cuarteto Aníbal TROILO has recorded La cumparsita as an instrumental Tango.
“La Cumparsita,” which translates to “The Little Parade” in English, is a tango that captures the essence of fleeting moments in life. Its melody unfolds like a procession of emotions, carrying both melancholy and passion in its harmonious steps. Through its rhythm, it reflects the poignant dance of life, where beauty and sadness march hand in hand.

Tango

Style

Cuarteto Aníbal TROILO

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Gerardo Matos Rodriguez

Author

Gerardo Matos Rodriguez

Composer

1968/9/11

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Cuarteto Aníbal TROILO
Cuarteto Aníbal TROILO

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La cumparsita recorded by other Orchestras

La cumparsita recorded by other Orchestras

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 procession
Of endless miseries
Parades
Around that being
Sickened,
Who soon will die
Of sorrow.
That’s why on his bed
He sobs distressed,
Recalling the past
Which causes him to suffer…

He left his old mother
Who was left helpless,
And mad with passion
Blind with love,
He ran after his beloved,
Who was pretty, 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 learned
That his saintly little mother,
Whom he had left
Last winter
Died of the cold…

Now alone, deserted,
Under the sadness of his fate,
He anxiously awaits death
Which will soon arrive,
And amid the sad coldness
Slowly creeping into his heart,
He felt the harsh sensation
Of his wrongdoing…

Among shadows,
He is heard breathing
In pain,
As before dying
He smiles
Because a sweet peace
Reaches him…
He felt that from heaven
His good little mother,
Easing his sorrows,
Forgave his sins…!

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

“La cumparsita” lyrically presents a poignant narrative of personal tragedy and remorse tied to themes of familial neglect and unrequited love. The protagonist reflects on his life, marked by abandonment and despair, as he lies on his deathbed overwhelmed by his past decisions, particularly leaving his “viejita” (mother) who dies from neglect and his pursuit of a deceitful love. The title ‘La cumparsita’, which roughly translates to “The little parade” or “The little march”, metaphorically suggests a procession of sorrows and memories that parade through the protagonist’s mind as he confronts his imminent death.

Symbolism of La cumparsita

The lyrical content is rich with symbolism. The ‘cumparsa’ or parade represents a continuous cycle of life’s lows that one cannot escape, particularly as the protagonist recounts the sequence of events leading to his current despair. Phrases such as “Sintió que desde el cielo / Su madrecita buena, / Mitigando sus penas / Sus culpas perdonó” highlight a redemptive aspect, suggesting that despite his shortcomings, forgiveness and peace are bestowed from his deceased mother, indicating maternal benevolence extending beyond the grave, offering a form of heavenly absolution. This transcendent forgiveness introduces a poignant contrast to the dark regrets that pervade the tango.

La cumparsita in historic Context

“La cumparsita” was created in a 1968 context where Tango, traditionally seen as a dance of the lower classes and imbued with a dramatic flair, resonated deeply with the themes of passion, betrayal, and sorrow. Originating from Argentina, a cultural melting pot, Tango often carried narratives of everyday adversities, making it relatable to the masses. This song’s production during a period marked by social and political shifts globally adds layers to its themes of personal versus societal struggles, mirroring the personal tragedies against a backdrop of a changing world.

Gerardo Matos Rodriguez

Gerardo Matos Rodriguez was a Uruguayan composer, best known for creating one of the most famous tangos, “La cumparsita”.