Nada nada más que amor by Oscar Rubens

Nada nada más que amor is a Tango written by Oscar Rubens and composed by José Dames.

Story behind the Tango Nada nada más que amor

This tango depicts a poignant scene where one person feels unworthy of love due to their economic situation. The lyrics poetically convey the conflict between the passionate longing to embrace love and the harsh reality of personal inadequacy, expressed through poverty. The protagonist discourages their love interest by initially denying their feelings, only to later confess a deep, almost desperate love that is marred by their inability to provide anything but love itself.

Symbolism of Nada nada más que amor

The phase “Nada más que amor,” which translates to “nothing more than love,” poignantly symbolizes the core dilemma: the sufficiency of love in the absence of material wealth. The repeated inquiries “¿Quién?” act as a rhetorical device emphasizing the disbelief and denial of love’s reach amidst poverty. The urgent advice to not get closer, not to hug or kiss, symbolizes the boundaries set by socio-economic statuses, often acting barriers in relationships.

Nada nada más que amor in historic Context

Recorded in the mid-1960s in Argentina, a period marked by political and economic instability, “Nada nada más que amor” reflects the societal concerns of that era. The music itself, while intricately expressing deep personal emotions, also mirrors the larger societal challenge of reconciling economic hardships with personal relationships. Tango, as a dance and music genre, often captured the narrative of ordinary people, making this work resonate deeply with audiences confronting similar disparities.

Oscar Rubens

Oscar Rubens was an influential lyricist in the Argentinian tango scene, known for his poignant and emotionally rich lyrics.