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Los despojos

Los despojos is a Tango written by José Dames and recorded by José Basso in 1969. The Tango Los despojos is written by José Dames , José Basso has recorded Los despojos with the singer Juan Carlos Godoy.
“Los despojos” translates to “The Remains” in English. This evocative title conjures images of what’s left behind after passion has waned, capturing the ghostly echoes of past fervor. As the music weaves its melancholy tune, it speaks to the heart’s fragments, telling stories of love’s dance that lingers even amidst the debris.

Tango

Style

José Basso

Orchestra

Juan Carlos Godoy

Singer

Horacio Sanguinetti

Author

José Dames

Composer

1969/1/1

Date

Juan Carlos Godoy
Juan Carlos Godoy
José Basso
José Basso

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Los despojos recorded by other Orchestras

Los despojos recorded by other Orchestras

1969/1/1 – Secuestro – Jose Basso
1969/1/1 – Yuyo verde – Domingo Federico
1969/1/1 – Percal – Domingo Federico
1969/1/1 – Al compas del corazon (Late un corazon) – Domingo Federico
1969/1/1 – La gente… siempre la gente – Domingo Federico
Los despojos – 1947/5/9 – Miguel Calo – Raul Iriarte
Los despojos – 1969/1/1 – Jose Basso – Juan Carlos Godoy
Los despojos – 1947/6/11 – Francini-Pontier – Roberto Rufino

Lyrics Translation of the Tango Los despojos

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

Letra del Tango Los despojos

Yo te he visto pasar por la acera
con un gesto de desolación
y al cruzar no miraste siquiera,
que entendía tu desilusión.
Te ha dejado, lo sé, la malvada
y al calor de otros ojos se va;
ya lo ves cómo no queda nada
de ese amor que matándote está.

Volvé, jamás otras manos
cual las de tu mujercita
harán por la tardecita
los mates que cebo yo.
Que en su espuma te contaba
que además de su dulzura
allí estaba la ternura
de aquella que lo cebó.

Y por mucho que te quieran
siempre serán artificios,
nadie hará los sacrificios
que hizo por vos tu mujer.
En mis noches de vigilia
acongojada no duermo
sabiendo que estás enfermo
sin poderte socorrer.

Allá en la noche callada
te veo triste y burlado
por aquella que ha llevado
mi vida y mi corazón.
Volvé que aquí has de olvidarla,
mi pecho siempre te espera,
ya sabrá tu compañera
cicatrizar tu pasión.

English lyrics of the Tango "Los despojos"

I have seen you pass by the sidewalk
with a gesture of desolation,
and crossing, you didn’t even look,
I understood your disillusionment.
She left you, I know, the wicked one,
and towards the warmth of other eyes she strays;
you see how nothing remains
of that love that is killing you.

Return, never shall other hands,
like those of your little woman,
prepare the evening yerba mate
as I do.
In its froth, I told you
that besides its sweetness,
there lay the tenderness
of the one who prepared it.

And no matter how much they may love you,
they will always be pretenses,
no one will make the sacrifices
that your woman made for you.
In my nights of vigilance,
anguished I cannot sleep
knowing you are sick
without being able to help you.

There, in the silent night,
I see you sad and deceived
by the one who has taken
my life and my heart.
Return, for here you shall forget her,
my chest always awaits you,
your companion will know
how to heal your passion.

Los despojos by Horacio Sanguinetti

Los despojos is a Tango written by Horacio Sanguinetti and composed by José Dames.



Story behind the Tango Los despojos

The tango “Los despojos,” which translates to “The Remains” in English, narrates the tale of deep sorrow and desolation that follows the end of a passionate relationship. Sanguinetti paints a vivid picture of a protagonist deeply affected by the betrayal and abandonment by a loved one, described as ‘malvada’ or wicked. It explores themes of disillusionment, loneliness, and the yearning for the past comfort that the protagonist’s former lover provided. The emotional weight is carried by imagery of nights filled with vigil and the physical absence that fills the speaker’s life with pain.



Symbolism of Los despojos

The symbolism in “Los despojos” is deeply intertwined with the emotional landscape of the lyrics. The ‘mates’ are symbolic of intimate daily rituals shared between lovers which have now become a poignant reminder of what’s lost. The sacrifice mentioned speaks volumes about the depth of the bond, highlighting the uniqueness that no other surrogate can replace, adding layers of loss and irreplaceability to the narrative. The description of insomnia and inability to assist the suffering loved one adds an element of helplessness that is especially poignant, symbolizing the emotional unrest left behind.



Los despojos in Historic Context

Created in 1969 in Argentina, a period rich with political and social changes, “Los despojos” subtly mirrors the emotional and social displacements experienced during this time. This was a period leading up to significant civil unrest and governmental changes, where personal and collective narratives often intermingled. The tango, as a musical genre, served as a cathartic expression for the masses. Here, Sanguinetti’s lyrics may resonate with many who felt betrayed or left behind in the face of a rapidly transforming societal landscape.



Horacio Sanguinetti

Horacio Sanguinetti was a renowned lyricist known for his impactful contributions to the world of Argentinian Tango, often collaborating with notable composers to create emotionally resonant pieces.