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La piel De Buenos Aires is a Tango written by Javier Mazzea and composed by Pedro Ortiz.
The lyricist, Javier Mazzea, immerses listeners in a poetic journey through Buenos Aires, intent on discovering the very essence of the city. He narrates a quest to understand “the color of its skin,” symbolizing the unique character and soul of the city. This personal endeavor takes him through various neighborhoods, enveloped by nighttime’s allure, suggesting a deeper intimacy and vulnerability associated with the nocturnal exploration of Buenos Aires.
Key phrases such as “bathed by the moon” and “full of mysteries, with the soul of a woman” imbue the tango with rich ghostly and feminine symbolism, connecting the moon’s influence and womanly traits to the city’s enigmatic allure. A symbolic traverse through the “arrabales” (suburbs or outskirts) highlights an exploration of less traveled paths, seeking the real, raw encounters of day-to-day life, reflective of the city’s enduring spirit and resilience.
During 1985, Argentina was encountering profound societal changes post-dictatorship. The themes of seeking authenticity (‘the color of your skin’) amidst the backdrop of Buenos Aires can be seen as a metaphor for the nation’s quest for a renewed identity and recovery from its turbulent past. This tango captures the collective soul-searching and the indomitable spirit of the people aimed at rebuilding and living with hope after periods of struggle.
Javier Mazzea is recognized for his contributions to Argentine Tango, capturing the essence of urban landscapes and societal observations through his lyrics.