Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ
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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.
Milonguita (Esthercita) is a Tango written by and composed by Enrique Delfino.
“Milonguita (Esthercita)” paints a poignant narrative of a young woman named Esthercita, who once was the beautiful girl from Chiclana, with dreams hinted at during warm summer nights. Over time, her life took a turn, and she became known as “Milonguita,” emblematic of nightlife and pleasure, symbolizing the loss of innocence and purity she once had. This tango tale captures the complexity of a transformation driven by societal pressures and personal choices. It speaks to themes of nostalgia, innocence lost, and the wistful longing for a simpler past.
The lyrics of “Milonguita” are rich with symbolism. The transformation from “Esthercita” to “Milonguita” marks a shift from innocence (“pollera cortona y las trenzas”) to a life tainted by the night and societal excesses (“flor de noche y de placer,” “flor de lujo y cabaret”). The “beso de sol” in her braids suggests purity and natural beauty, while the references to “Milonguita” denote a loss of self and the impact of being valued only for superficial appeal (“los hombres te han hecho mal”). The longing to return to a simpler existence, evinced in phrases like “darías toda tu alma por vestirte de percal,” speaks to a deep yearning for reclaiming one’s true essence.
Written in 1965, “Milonguita (Esthercita)” reflects the Buenos Aires of its time, a city where tango served both as a cultural cornerstone and as a lens into the struggles and stories of its inhabitants. Women finding themselves caught between traditional roles and the allure of the city’s nightlife illustrate societal changes and the moral ambiguities faced. Chiclana, a neighborhood perhaps less associated with glitz, embodies a simpler, bygone era, starkly contrasting the life Esthercita leads as “Milonguita.” The historical backdrop of Buenos Aires—a tapestry of immigrations, economic challenges, and vibrant cultural mingling—saturates the song with authenticity and pathos.
Enrique Delfino, a significant figure in the tango genre, was known for composing melodies that captured the heart and soul of Buenos Aires, offering both rhythm and depth to the city’s unmistakable musical form.