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No llores por favor is a Tango written by Juan Luis Ricardi and composed by Alberto Longo.
The lyrics of “No llores por favor” unfold a narrative of remorse and reconciliation. The speaker in the tango returns to a loved one, confessing past mistakes and pleading for forgiveness. Initially blinded by doubt and resentment, which were externally instigated to drive a wedge between the lovers, the speaker now recognizes the errors and the unwarranted pain caused to their partner. The main emotional drive of the lyrics is a heartfelt plea for forgiveness, underscored by a strong desire not to see the loved one suffer.
The tango uses vivid imagery and symbolism to illustrate the depth of the speaker’s feelings. Phrases like “burning my lips, the fire of your voice” symbolize the lasting impact and presence of the loved one’s essence despite attempts to escape it. The motif of fire represents both the destructive past actions and the enduring, consuming passion the speaker holds. The reiterated plea, “no llores por favor” (“please don’t cry”), symbolizes a desperate wish to alleviate the loved one’s pain, emphasizing the speaker’s transformation and empathy.
Written in 1958, a period of significant social and political change in Argentina, “No llores por favor” resonates with themes of personal turmoil amidst external chaos. During this time, Argentina was experiencing instability that could affect personal relationships and individual psyches, as mirrored in the song’s theme of external forces influencing personal doubts and decisions. The historical backdrop potentially enriches the song’s emotional landscape, framing the personal reconciliation within greater societal shifts.
Juan Luis Ricardi was an expressive lyricist in the 20th-century Argentine tango scene, known for his ability to convey deep emotions and complex human experiences through his works.