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Manos adoradas

Manos adoradas is a Vals written by Roberto Rufino and recorded by Miguel Caló in 1952. The Vals Manos adoradas is written by Roberto Rufino, Miguel Caló has recorded Manos adoradas with the singer Juan Carlos Fabri.
“Manos adoradas,” or “Adored Hands,” evokes the essence of cherished memories and tender affection. The piece captures the grace and elegance of hands that offer comfort and convey love without words. These hands, whether in a dance or in life, tell stories of passion and devotion, leaving an indelible mark on the heart.

Vals

Style

Miguel Caló

Orchestra

Juan Carlos Fabri

Singer

Horacio Sanguinetti

Author

Roberto Rufino

Composer

1952/10/3

Date

Juan Carlos Fabri
Juan Carlos Fabri
Miguel Caló
Miguel Caló

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Manos adoradas recorded by other Orchestras

Manos adoradas recorded by other Orchestras

1952/10/8 – Lina – Alfredo De Angelis
1952/10/8 – Seis de enero – Alfredo De Angelis
1952/10/9 – Por pecadora – Osvaldo Pugliese
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1952/10/9 – La otra mama – Florindo Sassone
Manos adoradas – 1952/11/18 – Osvaldo Pugliese – Alberto Moran
Manos adoradas – 1952/10/3 – Miguel Calo – Juan Carlos Fabri
Manos adoradas – 1952/12/10 – Francini-Pontier – Pablo Moreno

Lyrics Translation of the Vals Manos adoradas

This is the translation of the Vals “Manos adoradas” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Vals “Manos adoradas” have been done with AI.

Letra del Vals Manos adoradas

Las manos que yo quiero, las manos que venero,

no son color de rosa ni tienen palidez.

Sus dedos no parecen diez gemas nacaradas,

tampoco están pintadas ni tienen altivez.

Son manos arrugadas, tal vez la más humildes

y están cual hojas secas de tanto trabajar.

Son estas manos santas las manos de mi madre,

aquellas que me dieron con todo amor el pan.



Las manos que yo quiero, las manos de mi madre,

ligeras como aves volando siempre van.

Las manos de mi madre por ágiles dichosas,

si no hacen siempre algo tranquilas nunca están.

Por rústicas y viejas, ¡qué bellas son sus manos!

Lavando tanta ropa, cortando tanto pan.

Corriendo por la casa, la mesa acariciando,

buscando en el descanso la aguja y el dedal.



Las manos que trajeron la lámpara a mi cama,

tapándome la espalda en el invierno cruel.

Que cuando estuve triste mis lágrimas secaron,

que cuando estuve enfermo, acariciándome.

¡Oh, manos adoradas! ¡Oh, manos llenas de alma!

En ellas yo quisiera mi frente refugiar,

y tristemente digo: ¡qué lejos que se encuentran,

qué lejos de mi angustia y de mi soledad!

English lyrics of the Vals "Manos adoradas"

The hands that I cherish, the hands I revere,
are neither the color of roses nor are they pale.
Their fingers do not look like ten pearly gems,
nor are they painted, nor do they stand aloft.

They are wrinkled hands, perhaps the most humble,
and are like dry leaves from so much work.
These holy hands are the hands of my mother,
the ones that gave me bread with all her love.

The hands that I love, my mother’s hands,
light as birds, always seem to fly.
My mother’s hands, so agile and blessed,
if not always busy, they never rest.

Though rustic and old, how beautiful are her hands!
Washing so much clothes, slicing so much bread.
Running through the house, caressing the table,
searching in their rest for the needle and thimble.

The hands that brought the lamp to my bed,
covering my back in cruel winter.
That dried my tears when I was sad,
that, when I was sick, caressed me.

Oh, adored hands! Oh, hands full of soul!
In them, I would wish to shelter my forehead,
and I sadly say: how far they are found,
how far from my anguish and my solitude!

Manos adoradas by Horacio Sanguinetti

Manos adoradas is a Tango written by Horacio Sanguinetti and composed by Roberto Rufino.



Story behind the Tango Manos adoradas

This tango centers around a deeply emotional tribute to the cherished hands of a mother, symbolizing her love and lifelong dedication. The narrator reflects on the hands that cared for and supported him through life’s challenges. Unlike typical symbols of delicate beauty, these hands are celebrated for their wrinkles and the marks of hard labor, representing the mother’s sacrifice and unwavering love.



Symbolism of Manos adoradas

“Manos adoradas” translates to “Adored Hands” in English, drawing attention to the central symbol of the mother’s hands. These aren’t just any hands; they represent enduring love, sacrifice, and the nurturing of a mother. Described as neither pale nor delicately adorned, they are strikingly real – worn from years of physical labor. The text elevates these hands by starkly highlighting their activity and constant motion, which contrasts their physical weariness with spiritual vitality.

Phrases like “aquellas que me dieron con todo amor el pan” and “las manos de mi madre” underscore the profound connection and gratitude the speaker feels. Each line is infused with a deep-seated respect for the hardships endured by his mother, illustrating the broader cultural reverence for familial piety and maternal sacrifice commonly found in Argentine society.



Manos adoradas in historic Context

Recorded in 1952, a period marked by significant political and social changes in Argentina, “Manos adoradas” emerges as a nostalgic ode to simpler, albeit harder, times. Post World War II era was characterized by industrial growth and urban migration in Argentina, often at the expense of traditional family structures. In this context, Sanguinetti’s waltz may evoke a longing for the constancy and moral fortitude represented by the mother’s hands, thus resonating deeply with a populace facing rapid modernization and the erosion of conventional roles.



Horacio Sanguinetti

Horacio Sanguinetti was a prominent Argentine lyricist known for his deep emotional engagement in crafting lyrics that often reflected social contexts and personal introspection.