Mañana iré temprano by Carlos Bahr

Mañana iré temprano is a Tango written by Carlos Bahr and composed by Enrique Francini.

Story behind the Tango Mañana iré temprano

The tango “Mañana iré temprano” (Tomorrow I will go early) tells the melancholic story of a narrator who revisits the loss of a loved one. The piece captures the profound sense of loneliness and sorrow experienced due to this separation. The narrator grapples with the physical separation from his beloved, marking time by visits to her resting place, perhaps a grave, conveying a deep longing and an unending connection despite her absence.

Symbolism of Mañana iré temprano

The recurring themes of visiting early with flowers symbolize both a homage and an enduring connection to the past. The mention of natural elements like autumn rain, spring, swallows, flowers, and fragrances juxtaposes the cycles of nature against the stillness of death. Such elements reinforce the cyclical and ongoing nature of memory and grief. “La siempreviva de mi dolor” (The ever-living of my pain) poignantly highlights how the narrator’s grief endures perpetually, much like the ever-living flowers, symbolizing unending remembrance and undying love.

Mañana iré temprano in historic Context

Written in 1943, during a turbulent period in Argentine history, “Mañana iré temprano” may also reflect the broader collective experience of loss and mourning. The early 1940s in Argentina were marked by significant political and social changes, and personal emotions often paralleled national feelings of uncertainty and transformation. The use of “mañana iré temprano” (tomorrow I will go early) suggests a promise and a perpetual return, which may also symbolize a yearning for stability and peace in the midst of societal upheaval.

Carlos Bahr

Carlos Bahr was a distinguished Argentine lyricist known for his profound and evocative tango lyrics. His works often explored themes of love, sorrow, and the human condition within the cultural milieu of Argentina.