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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 mimada is a Tango written by Miguel Andrés Fama and composed by Miguel Andrés Fama.
“La mimada” translates to “The Spoiled One” in English, a term that affectionately denotes something or someone cherished and adored. Through this tango, Miguel Andrés Fama rekindles the charm and significance of the milonga, a precursor to tango with a quicker rhythm, which had diminished in popularity over the years. Through evocative lyrics, Fama narrates a celebration of the milonga’s revival and the timeless dance styles associated with it, like the “corte” and “quebrada,” forms that were prevalent in the golden era of tango.
The central figure in the song is the milonga itself, personified as a beloved character returning triumphantly to the spotlight. Words like “cadenciosa” (rhythmic) and “rezongona” (grumbling) anthropomorphize the milonga, giving it a personality that is both magnetic and cantankerously endearing. The lyric “No perdiste la ocasión, De jugarte el corazón Y volviste a triunfar” symbolizes resilience and the courage to seize opportunities despite past declines, reflecting not only the dance’s revival but also a broader human condition of perseverance and triumph.
By 1965, when “La mimada” emerged, Argentina had experienced significant political and cultural shifts. Tango, which had thrived in the early 20th century, faced a wane in popularity as newer music styles took over. The resurgence of interest in traditional forms like milonga was part of a larger nostalgia for the ‘good old days’ of Argentine culture, and this song, recorded during such a transitional period, documents and contributes to this historical revival.
Miguel Andrés Fama is recognized for his contributions to the genre of tango, particularly in his role in reviving traditional rhythms and themes through his evocative songwriting and compositions.