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Mi refugio

Mi refugio is a Tango written by Juan Carlos Cobián and recorded by Horacio Salgán in 1950. Horacio Salgán has recorded Mi refugio as an instrumental Tango.
“Mi Refugio,” translated as “My Refuge,” envelops the listener in a sanctuary of sound and emotion. This piece, whether instrumental or sung, offers solace amidst life’s chaos, inviting the heart to find peace within its notes. Through its melodic embrace, it becomes a haven where whispered dreams and gentle memories linger in timeless harmony.

Tango

Style

Horacio Salgán

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Pedro Numa Córdoba

Author

Juan Carlos Cobián

Composer

1950/6/21

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Horacio Salgán
Horacio Salgán

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Mi refugio recorded by other Orchestras

Mi refugio recorded by other Orchestras

1950/6/21 – Como abrazado a un rencor – Horacio Salgan
1950/6/27 – Galleguita – Jose Basso
1950/6/27 – Martirio – Jose Basso
1950/6/30 – Cadenas – Osvaldo Pugliese
1950/6/30 – Por que canto el tango – Osvaldo Pugliese
Mi refugio – 1941/4/18 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
Mi refugio – 1952/10/27 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
Mi refugio – 1970/12/28 – Anibal Troilo – Instrumental
Mi refugio – 1979/11/6 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
Mi refugio – 1980/1/1 – Alfredo De Angelis – Instrumental
Mi refugio – 1957/1/1 – Astor Piazzolla – Instrumental
Mi refugio – 1931/9/4 – Adolfo Carabelli – Alberto Gomez
Mi refugio – 1950/6/21 – Horacio Salgan – Instrumental

Letra del Tango Mi refugio

Ya se acabó de la farra el dulce encanto

con que embriagué mi juventud,

aquellas locas correrías

ya se acabaron para nunca más volver.

No soy aquel mocito alegre

que todo a risa lo tomó,

pues voy rumbeando a ser de papacito

a comprar nenes y a ser un “buen señor”.



Supe,

brindar con idolatría,

con cariño y alegría

las ansias de mi querer.

Siempre,

fui noble y fui generoso,

y en mi dorada bohemia

junto al placer vienen los sinsabores,

junto al dolor yo supe de alegrías

y ahora que soy un canto bien rodado

busco el calor del amoroso hogar.



Lindo

refugio de mis amores,

rodeado de hermosas flores

adonde vibra un querer.

Siempre,

yo he de buscar en tu amparo

pa’ mi vejez el reparo,

pa’l dolor el dulce lenitivo

de tu fragante aroma de azucena,

donde está el alma bella, blanca y buena

de esa mujer que es pura como el sol.



Y ahora que soy un mozo grande y serio

que visto smoking y jaquet

que todos me dicen “don Fulano”

me causa espanto, pensar lo que fui ayer…

Ya voy rumbeando para viejo

y hay que sujetar el motor,

para vivir la vida noble y sana

de mi refugio, que es mi sueño de amor.

English lyrics of the Tango "Mi refugio"

The sweet charm of the binge has ended,
with which I intoxicated my youth,
those crazy escapades
are now over, never to return.

I am no longer that happy young lad
who took everything with a laugh,
as I’m heading to become a daddy,
to buy kids’ stuff, and be a “good sir.”

I knew
how to toast with devotion,
with affection and joy
the desires of my love.
Always,
I was noble and generous,
and in my golden bohemian,
along with pleasure come hardships,
along with pain I knew joys,
and now that I am a well-rounded man
I seek the warmth of a loving home.

Lovely
refuge of my affections,
surrounded by beautiful flowers
where love vibrates.
Always,
I shall seek refuge in your shelter
for my old age’s repair,
for the pain, the sweet mitigation
of your fragrant scent of lily,
where lies the pure, white, and good soul
of that woman who is pure as the sun.

And now that I am a big, serious man
who wears tuxedos and jackets
and everyone calls me “Mr. So-and-so”
I am frightened to think of what I was yesterday…
I am heading towards old age
and it’s time to slow down the engine,
to live the noble and healthy life
of my refuge, which is my dream of love.

Mi refugio by Pedro Numa Córdoba

Mi refugio is a Tango written by Pedro Numa Córdoba and composed by Juan Carlos Cobián.



Story behind the Tango Mi refugio

The lyrics of “Mi refugio” reflect a poignant narrative of transformation and nostalgia. Initially, the speaker recounts the reckless joy and rampant festivities of his youth, a period characterized by uninhibited revelry and fleeting pleasures. However, as the song progresses, there is a clear transition from youthful indiscretion to mature reflection. The protagonist now seeks stability and warmth, symbolized by the concept of ‘refugio’ or refuge, which signifies not only a physical space but also a state of emotional and relational security. This refuge is found in the love and tranquility of a home life, embraced in the mature stages of the individual’s life.



Symbolism of Mi refugio

The recurring motif of “refugio” encapsulates the essence of the song— a sanctuary from the vicissitudes of life. The lush imagery of a home “surrounded by beautiful flowers” where a beloved’s yearning vibrates underscores the transformation from a life of superficial excitement to one of profound emotional fulfillment. Symbolically, the ‘refugio’ represents a return to innocence and genuine connection, a safe haven where the protagonist finds solace and love, contrasting sharply with the ephemeral thrills of his past. By invoking the fragrance of lilies, the lyrics conflate the sanctuary with purity and serenity, enhancing the emotional weight of finding peace in life’s second chapter.



Mi refugio in historic context

“Mi refugio” emerged in the post-World War II era, a time when global uncertainties had prompted introspection and a yearning for stability. Recorded in Argentina in 1950, the tango resonates with the collective consciousness of a society grappling with rapid changes and seeking a return to core human values—love, family, and home. This context enriches the tango’s themes, aligning the personal evolution of the protagonist with broader societal shifts towards conservatism and the revaluation of traditional roles.



Pedro Numa Córdoba

Pedro Numa Córdoba was a distinguished Argentine lyricist known for his contributions to the tango genre.