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Madre de los cabellos de plata

Madre de los cabellos de plata is a Tango written by Alejo Montoro and recorded by Miguel Caló in 1958. The Tango Madre de los cabellos de plata is written by Alejo Montoro, Miguel Caló has recorded Madre de los cabellos de plata with the singer Raúl Ledesma.
“Madre de los cabellos de plata,” or “Mother of Silver Hair,” echoes with the tender reverence of age and wisdom. The music dances gracefully, like silver strands shimmering in the moonlight, telling tales of youth long past yet ever cherished. Each note caresses the listener’s soul, celebrating a matriarch’s timeless elegance and the enduring legacy she bestows.

Tango

Style

Miguel Caló

Orchestra

Raúl Ledesma

Singer

Juan Solano Pedrero

Author

Alejo Montoro

Composer

1958/9/17

Date

Raúl Ledesma
Raúl Ledesma
Miguel Caló
Miguel Caló

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Lyrics Translation of the Tango Madre de los cabellos de plata

This is the translation of the Tango “Madre de los cabellos de plata” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Tango “Madre de los cabellos de plata” have been done with AI.

Letra del Tango Madre de los cabellos de plata

Te canto pensando que tú estás muy lejos,

¡Ay madre del alma, muy lejos de mí!

Los vientos se llevan jirones del alma

Que yo en mis canciones, mando para ti.

Quisiera tenerte vestida de estrella

Quisiera a mi lado sentir tu calor,

Y en la maravilla de tus ojos claros

Ver los ojos míos, rebozando amor.



Madre…

De los cabellos de plata

Que en tu regazo sublime tanto me hiciste soñar.

Madre…

Por la que siempre suspiro

No quisiera verte lejos, ni ver tus ojos llorar.



Amor como el tuyo no encuentro en la tierra

¡Ay madre del alma, qué amor sin igual!

Yo quiero pagarte diciendo a la gente,

Que mi vida es poco para tu bondad.

Pusiste en mi frente claveles de fuego

Con besos que nunca podré yo olvidar,

Y a cambio de aquello cuando yo te canto

Va tu santo nombre junto a mi cantar.

English lyrics of the Tango "Madre de los cabellos de plata"

I sing to you thinking you’re far away,

Oh, soulful mother, so far from me!

The winds carry fragments of the soul

That in my songs, I send to you.

I wish to see you dressed as a star,

I wish to feel your warmth by my side,

And in the wonder of your bright eyes,

See my own, brimming with love.

Mother…

With hair of silver,

In your sublime lap, you made me dream so much.

Mother…

For whom I always sigh,

I wouldn’t want to see you far away, nor see your eyes cry.

Love like yours I find nowhere on Earth,

Oh, soulful mother, what incomparable love!

I wish to repay you by telling people

That my life is too little for your kindness.

You placed carnations of fire on my forehead,

With kisses I can never forget,

And in return for that, when I sing to you,

Your holy name accompanies my singing.

Madre de los cabellos de plata by Juan Solano Pedrero

Madre de los cabellos de plata is a Tango written by Juan Solano Pedrero and composed by Alejo Montoro.



Story behind the Tango Madre de los cabellos de plata

The lyrics of “Madre de los cabellos de plata” carry a deep emotional narrative centered around the bond between a son and his mother. The protagonist sings to his mother, expressing a blend of nostalgia, love, and admiration. He reflects on the physical distance separating them and communicates his feelings and memories through his songs. He imagines his mother adorned like a celestial being, longing for the warmth and comfort of her presence and the peace found in her loving gaze.



Symbolism of Madre de los cabellos de plata

The title itself, “Madre de los cabellos de plata” or “Mother with silver hair,” conveys a powerful image of an elderly mother, symbolizing wisdom, experience, and the passage of time reflected in her graying hair. The lyrics poetically use phrases like “pusiste en mi frente claveles de fuego,” where “claveles de fuego” (carnations of fire) suggest the passionate, heartfelt kisses from the mother that leave a lasting imprint. Furthermore, the reference to the mother’s “ojos claros” (clear eyes) symbolically portrays purity and the capacity for deep, unconditional love.



Madre de los cabellos de plata in historic Context

“Madre de los cabellos de plata” was composed in 1958, a time when Tango was a prominent cultural expression in Argentina, reflecting deep personal and collective emotions. This period in Argentinian history was marked by social and political changes, and Tango often served as a refuge and a voice for the common people. The emotional depth of the lyrics can be seen as a reflection of the societal sentiments of the time, where themes of longing, separation, and enduring love resonated with many. The song’s focus on maternal love can be interpreted as a metaphor for a longing for gentler times or the comforting arms of one’s homeland.



Juan Solano Pedrero

Juan Solano Pedrero was an influential figure in the Tango scene, known for his evocative lyrics that often explored themes of love, nostalgia, and social commentary.