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Mocito rana

Mocito rana is a Tango written by Manuel Parada and recorded by Edgardo Donato in 1931. Edgardo Donato has recorded Mocito rana as an instrumental Tango.
“Mocito Rana,” or “Little Frog Lad,” dances through the air like a forgotten melody. In its gentle sway, it carries tales of innocence and the mischievous joy of youth, leaping from one heart to another. This playful piece invites listeners to reminisce about a time when life’s troubles were as fleeting as a lily pad.

Tango

Style

Edgardo Donato

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Enrique Cadícamo

Author

Manuel Parada

Composer

1931/1/1

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Edgardo Donato
Edgardo Donato

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Letra del Tango Mocito rana

Muchacho alegre, que andás paseando
Entre la mersa milongueril,
Que con tus pesos, vas aguantando
Los farrangones de “Armenonville”.
Que en los rondines de medianoche
Quemando el “vento”, llevás tu tren,
Metiendo ruido, vas con tu coche
Dándote dique por el “trocén”.

¡Mocito rana!
Y mimado por la barra,
Para vos la vida es farra
Donde hacés correr champán.
¡Mocito rana!
Que por consejo de giles,
Enredaste tus abriles
En un beso y un “gotán”.

Si una franchuta te pide un mango
Vos, si andas pato, le tirás diez,
Sos bacanejo, tenés buen rango
Y eso, compadre, sabés lo que es.
Y al despilfarro, te sigue un coro
De luces, flores, minas y amor,
Que siempre dure, tu bolsa de oro
Si no tu farra, se hará dolor.

English lyrics of the Tango "Mocito rana"

Cheerful boy, roaming around
Among the crowd of milonga devotees,
With your pesos, you keep up
The grand evenings at “Armenonville.”
In the midnight rounds,
Burning cash, you maintain your pace,
Making noise, you drive your car,
Showing off around the block.

Young fancy lad!
Spoiled by your friends,
For you, life is a party
Where you make champagne flow.
Young fancy lad!
Fooled by naive advice,
You tangled your springs
In a kiss and a dance.

If a fine girl asks you for a coin,
You, if broke, throw her ten,
You’re classy, you’ve got status,
And, buddy, you know what that’s about.
And to the wastefulness, follows a chorus
Of lights, flowers, women, and love,
May your gold purse always last,
Otherwise, your revelry will turn to pain.

Mocito rana by Enrique Cadícamo

Mocito rana is a Tango written by Enrique Cadícamo and composed by Manuel Parada.

Story behind the Tango Mocito rana

“Mocito rana,” meaning “Froggy young man,” lyrically captures the lifestyle of a jovial young man, navigating the nightlife of 1930s Argentina, particularly Buenos Aires. The protagonist seems to be a carefree, wealthy individual who frequents upscale spots like “Armenonville,” one of the most famous nightclubs of the era, lavishly spending his money on entertainment and being admired by his social circle for such extravaganza. The phrase “Dándote dique por el trocén” suggests he flaunts his lifestyle, possibly driving through exclusive areas, enjoying his youth and freedom.

Symbolism of Mocito rana

In the song, Cadícamo uses vivid symbolism to portray the protagonist’s life. “Mocito rana,” directly translating to “young lad frog,” might symbolically represent someone who jumps around socially or perhaps “hops” above others in his social scene, thanks to his monetary prowess. The repeated references to “champán” not only emphasize luxury but also celebration and ephemeral joy — a fizz that soon dissipates like the bubbles in champagne. The term “gotán,” a lunfardo (slang) reversal of tango, which epitomizes the Argentinian soul, links his love life directly with cultural identity, suggesting his romances are as passionate and complex as the tango itself.

Mocito rana in historic Context

Given its 1931 release during the infamously opulent Infamous Decade in Argentina, “Mocito rana” provides a critical yet picturesque view of the societal elite. This period was known for both political corruption and cultural blossoming, particularly in Buenos Aires. Cadícamo captures the essence of the disparity between the classes, exploring themes of wealth, leisure, and decadence against the backdrop of Argentina’s socio-political environment of the time. Furthermore, mentioning “Armenonville,” a real and famous nightclub of the era, grounds the song in a specific elite social sphere, providing listeners with a direct cultural and geographical reference.

Enrique Cadícamo

Enrique Cadícamo was a prominent Argentine lyricist and poet, renowned for his prolific contributions to the tango genre.