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Madre hay una sola

Madre hay una sola is a Tango written by Agustín Bardi and recorded by Carlos Gardel in 1931. The Tango Madre hay una sola is written by Agustín Bardi, Carlos Gardel has recorded Madre hay una sola with the singer Guit. Guillermo Barbieri, Ángel Domingo Riverol.
“Madre hay una sola,” which translates to “Mother, there is only one,” is a soulful expression of the unique and irreplaceable bond that exists between a mother and her child. This piece weaves emotions with the grace of a Tango, capturing the essence of maternal love that nurtures and supports unconditionally. It speaks to the heart, reminding us of the singular warmth and comfort a mother’s presence provides, forever cherished and unmatched.

Tango

Style

Carlos Gardel

Orchestra

Guit. Guillermo Barbieri, Ángel Domingo Riverol

Singer

José de la Vega

Author

Agustín Bardi

Composer

1931/5/28

Date

Guit. Guillermo Barbieri, Ángel Domingo Riverol
Guit. Guillermo Barbieri, Ángel Domingo Riverol
Carlos Gardel
Carlos Gardel

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Madre hay una sola – 1943/4/30 – Angel d-Agostino – Angel Vargas
Madre hay una sola – 1963/5/7 – Miguel Calo – Raul Beron
Madre hay una sola – 1964/5/1 – Alfredo De Angelis – Roberto Mancini
Madre hay una sola – 1949/8/2 – Florindo Sassone – Jorge Casal
Madre hay una sola – 1931/5/28 – Carlos Gardel – Guit. Guillermo Barbieri
Angel Domingo Riverol
Madre hay una sola – 1930/11/21 – Francisco Canaro – Charlo

Lyrics Translation of the Tango Madre hay una sola

This is the translation of the Tango “Madre hay una sola” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Tango “Madre hay una sola” have been done with AI.

Letra del Tango Madre hay una sola

Pagando antiguas locuras

y ahogando mi triste queja

volví a buscar en la vieja

aquellas hondas ternuras

que abandonadas dejé.

Y al verme nada me dijo

de mis torpezas pasadas,

palabras dulcificadas

de amor por el hijo,

¡tan sólo escuché!



Besos y amores…

Amistades… bellas farsas

y rosadas ilusiones

en el mundo hay a montones

por desgracia…

¡Madre hay una sola!…

Y aunque un día la olvidé

me enseñó al final la vida

que a ese amor hay que volver.



Y nadie venga a arrancarme

del lado de quien me adora

de quien con fe bienhechora

se esfuerza por consolarme

de mi pasado dolor…

Las tentaciones son vanas

para burlar su cariño;

para ella soy siempre un niño,

¡Benditas sus canas!

¡Bendito su amor!

English lyrics of the Tango "Madre hay una sola"

Paying off old follies
and drowning my sad lament,
I returned to search in the old one
for those deep tendernesses
that I left abandoned.

And seeing me, she said nothing
about my past clumsiness;
sugar-coated words
of love for the child,
that’s all I heard!

Kisses and loves…
Friendships… beautiful pretenses
and rosy illusions
are abundant in the world,
unfortunately…
But there’s only one mother!
And although one day I forgot her,
life ultimately taught me
that to this love, I must return.

And let no one come to tear me away
from the side of the one who adores me,
who with a benevolent faith
strives to console me
for my past pain…
Temptations are vain
to mock her affection;
to her, I am always a child,
Blessed are her white hairs!
Blessed is her love!

Madre hay una sola by José de la Vega

Madre hay una sola is a Tango written by José de la Vega and composed by Agustín Bardi.

Story behind the Tango Madre hay una sola

The tango “Madre hay una sola” encapsulates the profound emotional journey of remorse and reconciliation. The protagonist, who returns to the maternal fold after a period of youthful indiscretion, finds unconditional love and forgiveness. This theme of returning to maternal love suggests a universal longing for acceptance and the comforting reliability of a mother’s love despite life’s turbulence.



Symbolism of Madre hay una sola

One of the most evocative lines in the song, “Madre hay una sola” translates to “There is only one mother”. This phrase underscores the irreplaceability of a mother’s love, emphasizing its unique and unmatched nature. The contrast between the plentiful deceptions of the world and the singularity of a mother’s devotion enhances the symbolic reverence for motherhood. The repeated intrigue to maternal wisdom and affection moves beyond the physical to a more spiritual and emotional plane, suggesting an almost divine reverence for the matriarchal figure.



Madre hay una sola in historic Context

Written and recorded in Argentina in 1931, “Madre hay una sola” reflects a period of complexity in the Argentine society where traditional values faced the challenges of modernization. The tango culture itself arose from the blend of the marginalized, immigrants, and the disenchanted, finding a voice in music that tackles themes of pain, loss, and redemption. Within this historical backdrop, the song stresses the timeless sanctuary offered by maternal love against the rapidly changing societal landscapes.



José de la Vega

José de la Vega was a noted figure in the Argentine tango scene, known for his heart-touching lyrics that often explored deep emotional and societal themes.