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Lejos de Buenos Aires

Lejos de Buenos Aires is a Tango written by Alberto Suárez Villanueva and recorded by Aníbal Troilo in 1942. The Tango Lejos de Buenos Aires is written by Alberto Suárez Villanueva, Aníbal Troilo has recorded Lejos de Buenos Aires with the singer Francisco Fiorentino.
“Lejos de Buenos Aires” translates to “Far from Buenos Aires.” This evocative title suggests a deep longing for the vibrant city, awakening memories of its bustling streets and melancholic melodies. The music captures the feeling of distance, painting a picture of nostalgia and heartache, as if each note yearns to bridge the gap back to the beloved city.

Tango

Style

Aníbal Troilo

Orchestra

Francisco Fiorentino

Singer

Oscar Rubens

Author

Alberto Suárez Villanueva

Composer

1942/9/1

Date

Francisco Fiorentino
Francisco Fiorentino
Aníbal Troilo
Aníbal Troilo

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Lejos de Buenos Aires recorded by other Orchestras

Lejos de Buenos Aires recorded by other Orchestras

1942/9/1 – El encopao – Anibal Troilo
1942/9/1 – Pedacito de cielo – Anibal Troilo
1942/9/2 – Hay que vivirla compadre – Angel d-Agostino
1942/9/2 – Pero yo se – Angel d-Agostino
1942/9/2 – Pedacito de cielo – Miguel Calo
Lejos de Buenos Aires – 1942/9/1 – Anibal Troilo – Francisco Fiorentino
Lejos de Buenos Aires – 1942/7/29 – Miguel Calo – Raul Beron

Lyrics Translation of the Tango Lejos de Buenos Aires

This is the translation of the Tango “Lejos de Buenos Aires” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Tango “Lejos de Buenos Aires” have been done with AI.

Letra del Tango Lejos de Buenos Aires

Con la mueca del pesar; viejo, triste y sin valor…
Lento el paso al caminar… Voy cargando mi dolor.
Lejos de la gran ciudad que me ha visto florecer,
en las calles más extrañas siento el alma oscurecer.
Nadie observa mi final, ni le importa mi dolor…
Nadie quiere mi amistad, ¡sólo estoy con mi amargor!
Y así vago sin cesar desde el día que llegué
cuando en pos de un sueño loco todo, todo abandoné…

Y andando sin destino de pronto reaccioné
al escuchar de un disco el tango aquel:
“Mozo traiga otra copa” -que lo cantaba Carlos Gardel.
Y al escucharlo recordé todo el pasado,
los años mozos tan felices que pasé…
Mi viejecita, la barra amiga…
la noviecita que abandoné…
¡Tango que trae recuerdos!
¡Mi Buenos Aires… quiero volver!

Buenos Aires, mi ciudad… ¡cuánto extraño tu emoción!
Hoy que vuelvo a recordar se me parte el corazón…
¡Cómo pude yo dejar, cómo pude abandonar!,
el calor de aquella tierra que me dio ternura y paz.
La casita paternal que me vio feliz crecer,
mi amorcito pasional y la barra del café;
todo vuelve a resurgir en la dulce evocación
y al pensar lo que he dejado
se me escapa un lagrimón.

Por eso, emocionado me ha hecho estremecer
al escuchar de un disco el tango aquel:
“Mozo traiga otra copa” -que lo cantaba Carlos Gardel.
Y al escucharlo recordé todo el pasado,
los años mozos tan felices que pasé…
Mi viejecita, la barra amiga…
la noviecita que abandoné…
¡Tango que trae recuerdos!
¡Mi Buenos Aires… quiero volver!

English lyrics of the Tango "Lejos de Buenos Aires"

With the grimace of regret; old, sad, and without strength…
Slow steps as I walk… I carry my burdened heart.
Far from the great city that saw me bloom,
on the strangest roads I feel my soul consumed.
No one sees my decline, nor cares about my pain…
No one seeks my friendship, I’m alone with my disdain!
And so I wander endlessly since the day I arrived,
chasing a mad dream, leaving everything behind…

And wandering aimlessly, I suddenly came alive
hearing from a record that tango tune:
“Waiter, bring another drink” — sung by Carlos Gardel.
And hearing it I recalled all the past,
the young happy years I spent…
My dear old mother, the friendly group…
the little girlfriend I left…
Tango that brings back memories!
My Buenos Aires… I long to return!

Buenos Aires, my city… how I miss your thrill!
Today as I remember my heart breaks apart…
How could I have left, how could I have abandoned,
the warmth of that land that gave me tenderness and peace.
The little childhood home where I grew so happily,
my passionate love and the café gang;
it all resurfaces in sweet memories
and thinking of what I left
a teardrop escapes me.

That’s why, moved to my core, it made me shiver,
hearing from a record that tango tune:
“Waiter, bring another drink” — sung by Carlos Gardel.
And hearing it I recalled all the past,
the young happy years I spent…
My dear old mother, the friendly group…
the little girlfriend I left…
Tango that brings back memories!
My Buenos Aires… I long to return!

Lejos de Buenos Aires by

Lejos de Buenos Aires is a Tango written by and composed by Alberto Suárez Villanueva.

Story behind the Tango Lejos de Buenos Aires

The narrative woven throughout “Lejos de Buenos Aires” speaks to a deep longing and a poignant sense of nostalgia for the city of Buenos Aires. The protagonist finds themselves far from the vibrant city that once nurtured their dreams and identity. Through a journey inundated with sorrow and regret, the individual grapples with the emotional weight of their decisions, notably the pursuit of a “sueño loco,” or “mad dream,” which led them to leave everything behind. The tango encapsulates the visceral emotions associated with the themes of home, memory, and the aching distance from what once was familiar and dearly loved.

Symbolism of Lejos de Buenos Aires

Symbolism in the lyrics is evident in the use of language such as “mi alma oscurecer” (my soul grows dark), which embodies the deepening sadness and isolation felt by the protagonist in a foreign place. The “sentimiento de pesadumbre” or “mueca del pesar” refers to the physical manifestation of sorrow and disillusionment. The recurring theme of recalling Buenos Aires is profoundly depicted in phrases such as “¡Tango que trae recuerdos!” (Tango that brings back memories) and “Mi Buenos Aires… quiero volver!” (My Buenos Aires, I want to return!). These phrases evoke a powerful emotional response of yearning and highlight how the tangos and music of Carlos Gardel act as conduits to the cherished past.

Lejos de Buenos Aires in Historic Context

Composed in 1942, during a period marked by global upheaval due to WWII, the sentiment of displacement may resonate with many who felt disconnected from their homes. Buenos Aires, known for its thriving tango culture, became a beacon of cultural identity and pride. The lyrics reference Carlos Gardel, a significant figure in tango history, symbolizing the genre’s poignant connection to personal and collective memories. This setting underscores the cultural richness and nostalgically frames the protagonist’s longing for their Buenos Aires, effectively contextualizing the emotional narrative within a broader historical tapestry.

was a key figure who contributed to the rich cultural landscape of tango in Argentina. Through his works, he offered artistic exploration of the deep emotional and personal narratives tied to the experience of life in Buenos Aires.