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These Tangos, Valses, and Milongas were recorded around the same time. Take a look to discover what else this orchestra—or others—may have recorded during the same week or even on the exact same day.
Marioneta is a Tango written by Armando Tagini and composed by Juan José Guichandut.
“Marioneta” translates to “Marionette” in English, a poignant symbol reflecting the overarching theme of control and manipulation. The lyrics recount nostalgic memories of a simpler, joyous childhood juxtaposed with a grim portrayal of adult life where the subject, likely a woman, becomes a mere puppet controlled by the circumstances or decisions made by others. The transformation from a spectator of puppet shows in a blissful innocence to becoming a “fragile marionette” herself poetically outlines the loss of agency and innocence.
The marionette, or puppet, serves as a powerful metaphor throughout the tango. Initially introduced through childhood memories of puppet shows, it evolves to symbolize the protagonist’s own life. Phrases like “you became a fragile marionette dancing ceaselessly” highlight the central theme of life taking control over personal desires, where the protagonist is propelled by unseen, external forces much like a puppet. Additionally, the vivid descriptions of the “colonial courtyard” symbolize a lost paradise, an idyllic past that sharply contrasts her present, controlled, existence.
Written and recorded in 1944 in Argentina, “Marioneta” reflects a period marked by dramatic political and social changes. The historical backdrop might be affecting the lyrical substance, where personal stories echo the broader sentiments of uncertainty and transformation. During this era, societal roles, especially for women, were often restrictive, a theme which resonates with the protagonist’s transition from a carefree child to a manipulated adult. The puppet show, evocative of foreign influences with puppets speaking “English, Russian, and French,” subtly references the global interactions impacting Argentina’s cultural and historical context at the time.
Armando Tagini was a noted lyricist in the Argentinian tango scene, famed for his ability to weave profound emotional narratives with cultural insights.