Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ
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.
Mis amores de ayer is a Tango written by Horacio Sanguinetti and composed by M. Rocha.
The lyrics of “Mis amores de ayer” delve into the depths of nostalgia and longing. The narrator reflects on past loves with a poignant mixture of longing and sorrow. The refrain “Hoy, he querido evocar / Mis amores de ayer / Y me he puesto a llorar” sets the tone for the entire piece, revealing the deep emotional journey of revisiting past relationships that left a lasting mark on the narrator’s heart. This theme of nostalgic remembrance is a common thread in Tango music, highlighting the genre’s emotional intensity and its focus on personal introspection.
The symbolism in “Mis amores de ayer” enhances its emotional depth. Key phrases such as “Hoy, con mis pobres recuerdos en gris” and “Hoy, tengo nieve de Tiempo y Dolor” use color imagery ‘”gris” and “nieve” (gray and snow)—to symbolize fading memories and the coldness of loss. Furthermore, the mention of specific names like Mimí, Beatriz, and Inés personalizes the narrator’s past experiences, bringing them to life and inviting listeners to reflect on their own lost loves. These elements combined paint a melancholic yet beautiful picture of cherished memories and irreversible passage of time.
“Mis amores de ayer” was recorded in 1945, shortly after World War II, a period marked by global recovery and reflection. In Argentina, the mid-20th century was also a time of significant cultural and political change. Tango, during this period, often captured the common man’s struggles and emotional experiences. The emotional tone of this tango, with its focus on past loves and spiritual proximity to divine themes (“Estoy lejos del amor / Y estoy cerca de Dios”), reflects a universal quest for meaning in the aftermath of chaos and loss endemic to that era.
Horacio Sanguinetti was a noted Argentine lyricist and tango composer known for his deep, emotionally resonant lyrics that often explored themes of love, loss, and nostalgia.