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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 sonrisa de mamá is a Tango written by Carlos Bahr and composed by Fulvio Salamanca y Juan D’Arienzo.
The song, “La sonrisa de mamá” (The Smile of Mother), delves into the profound emotional significance of a mother’s smile. It paints a picture of this smile as not only a source of comfort during hard times but also an epitome of unconditional love and goodness. Bahr vividly captures the nurturing and healing nature of a mother’s love, elevating it to something even more sublime than the most beautiful and gentle things known to man.
In his lyrics, Carlos Bahr uses rich symbolism and poignant language to enhance the emotional depth of the song. He describes the mother’s smile as “más suave que el arrullo, más bello que la flor,” meaning “softer than a lullaby, more beautiful than a flower.” This comparison not only highlights the gentle and beautiful nature of the smile but also symbolizes its essential role in human emotional life. Additionally, the phrase “Es algo con sutiles ternuras de caricias,” which translates to “It holds subtle tenderness of caresses,” reinforces this by attributing a tactile, almost magical quality to the smile, linking it to sensations of comfort and protection.
Released in 1954, Argentina was in a period marked by political instability and social unrest. During such a time, a song that reminisces about the comforting and unchanging love of a mother could resonate deeply with the audience, providing them emotional solace and a reminder of familial bonds. The enduring smile of a mother, as depicted in the song, would serve as a beacon of hope and stability amidst the surrounding chaos.
Carlos Bahr was a prominent Argentine lyricist famous for his profound and emotive contributions to the tango genre.