Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ
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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.
Lejos de ti is a Tango written by Manuel Meaños and composed by Mauricio Saiovich.
“Lejos de ti,” which translates to “Far from You” in English, encapsulates a narrative of longing and wandering. The lyrics explore the theme of a life set adrift, marked by the absence of a beloved figure. The protagonist’s journey is aimless, with an uncertain endpoint, only hinting at cessation upon a potential reunion with the loved one. This poignant narrative captures a universal essence of human experience—searching for something once treasured and now lost. Manuel Meaños masterfully conveys the emotional depth of solitude and the hope of love rediscovered.
The wandering life (“Sin rumbo fijo mi vida va”) symbolizes a deep sense of loss and the ongoing struggle to find direction after separation. The lines indicate a void that persists, filled only by the vague hope of reuniting with the cherished person (“Tal vez el dia que mi vagar / De nuevo amada te vuelva a hallar”). This emotional journey and its associated struggle are quintessentially tango, a dance that often reflects themes of love, pain, and nostalgic longing.
Recorded in the late 1930s, “Lejos de ti” emerged during a rich period of tango’s evolution in Argentina. The late 1930s saw tango reflect deeper introspection and societal anxiety, possibly hinting at the global unrest of the pre-World War II era. During this time, Argentina itself was undergoing significant social changes with shifts in politics and public expression. In this setting, tangos like “Lejos de ti” resonated deeply, offering an emotional outlet and a form of resistance to changing times through the preservation of cultural expression.
Manuel Meaños was an Argentine lyricist known for his contributions to the tango genre. His works often explore themes of love, loss, and nostalgia, resonating strongly with the Argentine public and tango enthusiasts worldwide.