Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ
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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 mariposa is a Tango written by Celedonio Flores and composed by Pedro Maffia.
In the emotionally rich lyrics of “La mariposa,” the speaker confronts the pain of betrayal and abandonment. It recounts the speaker’s journey from loving sincerely to feeling lost and betrayed. The core expression is not of regret for the love given but rather the distress caused by the other’s forgetting and deceit. This narrative fosters a deep reflection on personal loss and the struggle to forgive for the sake of one’s own peace.
The tango uses the metaphor of a butterfly (“mariposa” in English), which flits from flower to flower, symbolizing the lover’s infidelity and transient affections. This imagery highlights the theme of betrayal, exploring the shallow, fleeting attractions compared to the genuine and deep love once promised. The rose garden in the song symbolizes a loving, nurturing relationship that was taken for granted and eventually deserted.
“La mariposa” was created in a period rich in cultural evolution in Argentina, reflecting the complexities of relationships within the social dynamics of the time. The year 1972 marked a contemporary era where tango often mirrored societal changes and personal emotions in a rapidly modernizing world. The tango, through its melancholic and introspective tone, captures the essence of personal turmoil amidst societal shifts.
Celedonio Flores was a renowned Argentine poet and tango lyricist known for his evocative and poignant compositions that often reflected the socio-emotional landscape of early 20th-century Buenos Aires.