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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.
Noches de Montmartre is a Tango written by Carlos Lenzi and composed by Manuel Pizarro.
“Noches de Montmartre” portrays the thrilling yet poignant nightlife of the Montmartre district in Paris, known for its vibrant art scene and bohemian lifestyle. The lyrics depict the contrast between the sparkling, opulent lives of the rich and the desperate conditions of the impoverished, exemplified by the character Mimí. Through luxurious imagery juxtaposed with stark realism, Lenzi provides a narrative of decadence, deceit, and longing that reflects the broader human condition.
The song is replete with symbolism, capturing the essence of the 1920s and 1930s Parisian nightlife. The references to “luxury dolls” and “painted lips” symbolize the artificiality and surface glamour masking deeper struggles. Montmartre itself, historically known as an artistic hub, is portrayed as both a place of light (“Montmartre es luz”) and a pit of vice. The “false love” bought “at retail” speaks to the commodification of emotion, prevalent in the bustling night scene. Each symbol meticulously chosen by Lenzi evokes a feeling of both allure and melancholy, encapsulating the dual nature of Montmartre.
The tango was recorded in 1932, a time marked by global economic difficulties following the Great Depression. This historic backdrop adds depth to the tango’s themes of extravagance and despair. Montmartre, known for its cafés and nightclubs, serves as the perfect setting to explore themes of excess and loss, reflecting not only the historical context of economic disparity but also the personal yearnings for a more authentic, romanticized past, as seen through the character of Mimí recalling “the old romantic Montmartre.”
Carlos Lenzi was a renowned lyricist in the sphere of Argentine tango, known for his ability to capture deep emotion and cultural sentiments in his works.