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Mejor así is a Tango written by Oscar Rubens and composed by Osvaldo Requena.
The poignant lyrics of “Mejor así” detail a soul-stirring narrative of love, sacrifice, and existential despair. The protagonist is portrayed as a terminally ill individual who chooses to push away his beloved to spare her from the anguish of his impending death. The emotional turmoil is captured as he battles with his decision, indicating his deep affection and selflessness despite his own suffering.
Finally, recognizing the purity and goodness of his lover and the pain his condition brings her, he concludes that her departure, though heart-wrenching, is for the best—hence, “Mejor así” which translates to “Better this way.”
In this tango, the key phrases like “Corazón… No la dejes partir” (Heart… Do not let her go) highlight the internal conflict, symbolizing the heart as the seat of emotion, struggling against the inevitable. His plea to his own heart to keep her close till the end shows his dependency and emotional bond. The term “Mejor así” symbolizes resignation and acceptance, acknowledging that sometimes love involves letting go in order to protect the loved one from further pain. Each line is loaded with the symbolism of love’s bittersweet nature, where selflessness leads to solitude.
“Mejor así” was composed in Argentina in the year 1959. This era was marked by social and political upheaval in Argentina which could have influenced the deeper, more pensive reflections on personal and societal struggles within the lyrics. The somber mood of the tango fits within this backdrop of uncertainty and change, mirroring not just personal loss but also the collective emotional state of a country in flux.
Oscar Rubens was a renowned lyricist in the Argentine tango scene, known for his profound and emotive writing.