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Luna llena

Luna llena is a Tango written by Mario Perini and recorded by Enrique Rodríguez in 1945. The Tango Luna llena is written by Mario Perini, Enrique Rodríguez has recorded Luna llena with the singer Armando Moreno.
“Luna llena,” translated to English as “Full Moon,” evokes the enigmatic beauty found in the night sky’s luminescence. This piece captures the hypnotic dance of shadows and light, inviting the listener into a world of mystery and emotion. It mirrors the way the full moon casts its glow over earthly passions, inspiring a deep, rhythmic yearning within the soul.

Tango

Style

Enrique Rodríguez

Orchestra

Armando Moreno

Singer

Cátulo Castillo

Author

Mario Perini

Composer

1945/1/18

Date

Armando Moreno
Armando Moreno
Enrique Rodríguez
Enrique Rodríguez

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Luna llena recorded by other Orchestras

Luna llena recorded by other Orchestras

1945/1/18 – Cuando te hablen del domingo – Enrique Rodriguez
1945/1/19 – Igual que una sombra – Miguel Calo
1945/1/19 – Tierra querida – Miguel Calo
1945/1/22 – De seis a siete – Ricardo Tanturi
1945/1/22 – Esta noche al pasar – Ricardo Tanturi
Luna llena – 1944/12/19 – Anibal Troilo – Floreal Ruiz
Luna llena – 1945/1/18 – Enrique Rodriguez – Armando Moreno

Lyrics Translation of the Tango Luna llena

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

Letra del Tango Luna llena

La luna llena del cielo
se aburre colgada
sobre el callejón cortón.
Y está tirada en el suelo
del rojo pañuelo
de un patio en reunión.

Allí, se oye gotear la pileta
y aqui soñando guarda el aljibe
la estrella que exhibe
la luz de un farol.
Y está girando coqueta
la eterna veleta cortada en latón.

Luna llena,
giró carmin la pollera
que cimbra en gracia y pasión,
sirviendo al gesto del varón
la vida entera.

Luna llena,
redonda, monda y serena,
mas en la calle que grita
juega un hombre su rencor
a cara o cruz,
como una sombra maldita
que se agita en su infinita luz.

La luna mira callada
la danza apretada
que tiene emoción y acción.
Y hay un despecho que viste
la música triste de aquel corazón.

Total, el son del tango se apaga
y al fin
frente a la dicha que pierde
hay alguien que muerde
su pena de amor.
Y con borrones de bruma
la luna se esfuma
por el callejón.

English lyrics of the Tango "Luna llena"

The full moon in the sky
grows bored hanging
over the narrow alleyway.
And it lies on the ground
of the red scarf
in a gathered courtyard.

There, one hears the dripping of the fountain,
and here by the cistern dreams hold
the star that displays
the light of a streetlamp.
And coquettishly spinning
is the eternal weathervane, cut from brass.

Full moon,
you’ve turned crimson the skirt
that sways with grace and passion,
yielding to the man’s gestures
a lifetime.

Full moon,
round, clean, and serene,
yet on the street that screams,
a man gambles his grudge
on a flip of a coin,
like a cursed shadow
that stirs in its infinite light.

The moon quietly watches
the tight dance
brimming with emotion and action.
And there is a heartache dressed
in the sad music of that heart.

After all, the sound of the tango fades away,
and at last,
facing the joy that fades,
there is someone who bites
his love sorrow.
And with strokes of mist,
the moon vanishes
down the alley.

Luna llena by Cátulo Castillo

Luna llena is a Tango written by Cátulo Castillo and composed by Mario Perini.


Story behind the Tango Luna llena

Luna llena,” or “Full Moon,” vividly captures a slice of life under the enchanting glow of a full moon in a small, bustling street, transforming ordinary moments into a rich tapestry of emotional landscapes. Floating above a back alley or “callejón cortón,” the moon witnesses the blend of daily life and dreams, from the allure of a colorful skirt swirling to the poignant drip of an old fountain and the mystique of an ancient well under the light of an old street lamp. The lyrics poetically narrate a scene where passion, sorrow, and life’s simplicity under the moon’s watchful eye come together in a neighborhood gathering.


Symbolism of Luna llena

The full moon is often associated with revelation, the climax of stories, and the peak of emotions. In this tango, the “full moon” serves as a silent observer to a series of human dramas unfolding beneath its glow. The red scarf, suggestive of passion and deep emotions, lies contrastingly on the ground, symbolizing perhaps how deeply human experiences are embedded in everyday locales. The imagery of ‘swirling skirts’ and ‘tight dances’ indicate moments of joy and connection, while the constant references to moonlight over the scene add a layer of introspection and surrealism to the setting.


Luna llena in historic Context

Written and recorded in Argentina in 1945, “Luna llena” emerges during a transformative period marked by the aftermath of World War II and significant changes in Argentine society. This was a time when tango music provided a voice for both the personal and collective experiences of the Argentine people. Reflecting on love, loss, and existential reflection, this piece captures the broad spectrum of human emotions in a post-war context, serving as a window into the cultural heart of Argentina during a time fraught with change and recovery.


Cátulo Castillo

Cátulo Castillo was an influential figure in Argentine tango, known for his deeply emotive lyrics and significant contributions to the genre during the golden age of tango.