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La última copa

La última copa is a Tango written by Francisco Canaro and recorded by Florindo Sassone in 1966. The Tango La última copa is written by Francisco Canaro, Florindo Sassone has recorded La última copa with the singer Mario Bustos.
“La última copa,” which translates to “The Last Drink,” is a poignant tango that captures the essence of finality and reflection. It speaks to the bittersweet moments of life, where one savors their last indulgence, contemplating love lost and opportunities wasted. The music weaves an emotional journey, invoking nostalgia and the inevitable passage of time.

Tango

Style

Florindo Sassone

Orchestra

Mario Bustos

Singer

Juan Andrés Caruso

Author

Francisco Canaro

Composer

1966/3/11

Date

Mario Bustos
Mario Bustos
Florindo Sassone
Florindo Sassone

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La última copa recorded by other Orchestras

La última copa recorded by other Orchestras

1966/3/11 – Felicia – Florindo Sassone
1966/3/10 – Esta noche me emborracho – Florindo Sassone
1966/3/10 – La tablada – Florindo Sassone
1966/3/8 – A la gran muneca – Florindo Sassone
1966/3/8 – El amanecer – Florindo Sassone
La ultima copa – 2015/1/1 – Juan D-Arienzo – Fernando Rodas
La ultima copa – 1953/10/6 – Osvaldo Pugliese – Alberto Moran
La ultima copa – 1965/1/1 – Miguel Calo – Raul Del Mar
La ultima copa – 1943/4/29 – Ricardo Tanturi – Alberto Castillo
La ultima copa – 1958/4/17 – Alfredo De Angelis – Juan Carlos Godoy
La ultima copa – 1966/3/11 – Florindo Sassone – Mario Bustos
La ultima copa – 1974/1/1 – Florindo Sassone – Oscar Macri

Lyrics Translation of the Tango La última copa

This is the translation of the Tango “La última copa” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Tango “La última copa” have been done with AI.

Letra del Tango La última copa

Eche amigo, nomás, écheme y llene

hasta el borde la copa de champán,

que esta noche de farra y de alegría

el dolor que hay en mi alma quiero ahogar.

Es la última farra de mi vida,

de mi vida, muchachos, que se va…

mejor dicho, se ha ido tras de aquella

que no supo mi amor nunca apreciar.



Yo la quise, muchachos, y la quiero

y jamás yo la podré olvidar;

yo me emborracho por ella

y ella quién sabe qué hará.

Eche, mozo, más champán,

que todo mi dolor,

bebiendo lo he de ahogar;

y si la ven,

muchachos, díganle

que ha sido por su amor

que mi vida ya se fue.



Y brindemos, nomás, la última copa,

que tal vez también ella ahora estará

ofreciendo en algún brindis su boca

y otra boca feliz la besará.

Eche, amigo, nomás, écheme y llene

hasta el borde la copa de champán,

que mi vida se ha ido tras de aquella

que no supo mi amor nunca apreciar.

English lyrics of the Tango "La última copa"

Pour me another, my friend, fill it up
to the brim with champagne,
for tonight, in revelry and joy,
I want to drown the pain in my soul.

It’s the last spree of my life,
of my life, lads, which is slipping away…
or rather, has gone after her
who never knew how to appreciate my love.

I loved her, lads, and I love her still
and I will never be able to forget her;
I drink because of her
and who knows what she will do.
Pour, waiter, more champagne,
for all my pain,
I intend to drown it by drinking;
and if you see her,
lads, tell her
that it was because of her love
that my life has already gone.

And let’s toast, just one last glass,
for maybe she too will now be
offering her mouth in some toast
and another happy mouth will kiss her.
Pour, my friend, just pour and fill
to the brim the glass of champagne,
for my life has followed her
who never knew how to appreciate my love.

La última copa by Juan Andrés Caruso

La última copa is a Tango written by Juan Andrés Caruso and composed by Francisco Canaro.

Story behind the Tango La última copa

The lyrics of “La última copa” unfold the story of a poignant farewell to love and life, articulated through the setting of a night of revelry. The protagonist implores his friend to fill his glass to the brim with champagne, intending to drown the sorrows that torment his soul. It’s this night that he labels as the last debauchery of his life, signifying an end to his personal joy which declines alongside the love he once cherished but remained unappreciated. The mentions of champagne and drowning the pain highlight the theme of escapism and the quest to momentarily forget one’s sufferings.

Symbolism of La última copa

The “last cup” of champagne symbolizes both an ending and an attempt at liberation from past pain. It isn’t just a glass of alcohol; it’s a vessel containing despair, memories, and ultimately, a final gesture or toast to a lost love and a life that feels depleted. The repetitiveness of filling the glass represents a continuous attempt to suppress the sorrow that encumbers the narrator. The choice of champagne, a drink often associated with celebrations, stands in stark contrast to the protagonist’s despair, deepening the irony of the situation.

La última copa in historic Context

Released in 1966 in Argentina, “La última copa” emerged during a period rich in cultural and musical evolution, encompassed by the pervasive influence of Tango on Argentine identity. It was a time when Tango lyrics often reflected deep emotional pain, nostalgia, and the complexities of love—mirroring the societal atmosphere. This historical context underscores themes of romantic despair and disillusionment prevalent in the music of that time, encapsulating the somber yet passionate spirit of Tango.

Juan Andrés Caruso

Juan Andrés Caruso was a prolific tango lyricist known for his deep and emotionally resonant compositions.