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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 muchacha del circo is a Tango written by Manuel Romero and composed by Gerardo Matos Rodríguez.
The lyrics of “La muchacha del circo” describe the poignant life of a circus girl, a woman who lives her life entertaining others at the expense of her own happiness and safety. She performs daring acts on the trapeze, portraying a metaphorical and literal leap towards reaching the unreachable, symbolized by her desire to reach the sky like a ‘white dove’. The tragic climax reveals her ultimate demise, sacrificing her life in the pursuit of a fleeting moment of applause, illustrating the extreme vulnerabilities and sacrifices of performers.
The tango uses vivid symbols to deepen the tragic narrative. The ‘frágil trapecio’ (fragile trapeze) symbolizes the precariousness of the circus girl’s life, both physically and metaphorically. Her portrayal as a ‘paloma blanca’ (white dove) trying to reach the sky emphasizes her pure but unattainable aspirations, highlighting the contrast between her earthly struggles and heavenly dreams. The ‘frío de muerte’ (cold of death) that ‘se siente cruzar’ (is felt crossing) underlines the ever-present danger in her life, foreshadowing her tragic end.
Recorded in 1928, during a period of significant social and economic changes in Argentina, “La muchacha del circo” reflects the harsh realities faced by those in the lower echelons of society. This era saw a growing population and urbanization which often led to the exploitation of the vulnerable in entertainment sectors like the circus. The tango, therefore, not only narrates an individual’s tragic tale but also mirrors the broader societal issues of the time, emphasizing themes of exploitation, vulnerability, and the ephemeral nature of happiness for the socially marginalized.
Manuel Romero was a prominent Argentine author and lyricist known for his deeply expressive and often poignant lyrics that resonate with the struggles and emotions of everyday people.