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Mi vieja viola

Mi vieja viola is a Tango written by Humberto Correa and recorded by Aníbal Troilo in NaN. The Tango Mi vieja viola is written by Humberto Correa, Aníbal Troilo has recorded Mi vieja viola with the singer Jorge Casal.
“Mi vieja viola,” which translates to “My Old Violin,” echoes the nostalgia of cherished memories through its haunting melody. The name embodies the passage of time, capturing the worn yet resilient spirit of an instrument that’s been a steadfast companion. Its strings carry the stories of life’s dance, each note a whisper of affection and history intertwined.

Tango

Style

Aníbal Troilo

Orchestra

Jorge Casal

Singer

Humberto Correa

Author

Humberto Correa

Composer

(unknown date)

Date

Jorge Casal
Jorge Casal
Aníbal Troilo
Aníbal Troilo

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Lyrics Translation of the Tango Mi vieja viola

This is the translation of the Tango “Mi vieja viola ” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Tango “Mi vieja viola ” have been done with AI.

Letra del Tango Mi vieja viola

Vieja viola, garufera y vibradora
de las horas de parranda y copetín,
de las tantas serenatas a la lora
que hoy es dueña de mi cuore y patrona del bulín,
¡cómo estás de abandonada y silenciosa,
después que fuiste mi sueño de cantor!
Quien te ha oído sonar papa y melodiosa
no dice que sos la diosa de mi pobre corazón.

Es que la gola se va
y la fama es puro cuento
y andando mal y sin vento
todo, todo se acabó…
Hoy sólo queda el recuerdo
de pasadas alegrías,
pero estás vos, viola mía,
hasta que me vaya yo.

Cuántas noches bajo el brazo de la zurda
por cubrirte del sereno te llevé
y por más que me encontrase bien en curda,
conservándome en la línea, de otros curdas te cuidé.
Si los años de la vida me componen
y la suerte me rempuja a encarrilar,
yo te juro que te cambio los bordones
me rechiflo del escabio y te vuelvo a hacer sonar.

English lyrics of the Tango "Mi vieja viola "

Old guitar, playful and vibrant
of the days of revelry and cheer,
of so many serenades to the lady
who now owns my heart and rules my den,
how abandoned and silent you’ve become,
after being my singer’s dream!
Whoever heard you sound so lively and sweet
can’t say you’re the goddess of my poor heart.

It’s that the voice fades away
and fame is just a tale
and with bad times and no cash
everything, everything came to an end…
Today only memories remain
of bygone joys,
but you’re here, my violin,
until my end.

How many nights tucked under my left arm
to shield you from the dew I took you,
and no matter how drunk I was,
stepping in line, I guarded you from the other drunks.
If life’s years restore me
and luck drives me on track,
I swear I’ll change your strings
quit the booze, and make you sing again.

Mi vieja viola by Humberto Correa

Mi vieja viola is a Tango written by an undisclosed author and composed by Humberto Correa.

Story behind the Tango Mi vieja viola

“Mi vieja viola” tells the poignant tale of a musician’s relationship with his beloved guitar, the “viola.” The central theme revolves around nostalgia and lost youth, as the protagonist reflects on his past filled with music and passion. The guitar, once vibrant and resonant, is now a silent reminder of bygone days. These lyrics capture the bittersweet feeling of aging, the passage of time, and the fading glory of past achievements.

Symbolism of Mi vieja viola

The guitar, referred to as “vieja viola,” symbolizes the protagonist’s past life and dreams. It stands as a witness to his serenades and youthful serenades, representing both his identity as a musician and the companion of his carefree days. The vivid language used to describe the guitar—once “vibradora” (vibrant) and “melodiosa” (melodious)—emphasizes the contrast with its current state of abandonment. Phrases like “la gola se va y la fama es puro cuento” (the voice fades and fame is pure fiction) illustrate the fleeting nature of fame and the inevitable decline that comes with age.

Mi vieja viola in historic Context

Composed in the heart of Buenos Aires, Argentina, “Mi vieja viola” is steeped in the rich cultural tapestry of the early 20th century Tango scene. A hub of cultural exchange and musical innovation, Buenos Aires provided a backdrop of vibrant nightlife and artistic expression. During this era, Tango emerged as a powerful form of emotive storytelling, and “Mi vieja viola” reflects the melancholic undercurrents of nostalgia inherent in the genre. The Tango captures the emotional struggles of individuals facing the challenges of an evolving society while clinging to the memories of a more romantic past.

About Humberto Correa

Humberto Correa was a prominent tango composer from Buenos Aires, Argentina, known for his significant contributions to the genre during the early 20th century.