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Oiga mozo

Oiga mozo is a Tango written by Alberto Nery and recorded by Ángel d’Agostino in 1942. The Tango Oiga mozo is written by Alberto Nery, Ángel d’Agostino has recorded Oiga mozo with the singer Ángel Vargas.
“Oiga Mozo,” which translates to “Listen, Lad” in English, evokes a world of bustling streets and whispered tales. The title beckons the young and the wise alike to pause, lending their ears to the music’s call for attention and reflection. It’s a poetic invitation to engage with the rhythm of life, urging one to listen beyond mere sound.

Tango

Style

Ángel d'Agostino

Orchestra

Ángel Vargas

Singer

Alberto Nery

Author

Alberto Nery

Composer

1942/10/29

Date

Ángel Vargas
Ángel Vargas
Ángel d'Agostino
Ángel d’Agostino

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Lyrics Translation of the Tango Oiga mozo

This is the translation of the Tango “Oiga mozo” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Tango “Oiga mozo” have been done with AI.

Letra del Tango Oiga mozo

¡Oiga, mozo!,
Escúcheme un momentito,
Pues quiero hacerle un pedido
Es un tango que es toda mi pena.

¡Vaya, mozo!,
Si la orquesta no se acuerda,
El tango comienza así:

“Era una linda pebeta
De labios muy rojos
Y ojazos muy tristes,
Cuando algún tango cantaba
Su voz hablaba de un sueño
De amores que hoy ya no existen”.

¡Vaya, mozo!,
Aunque solo al escucharlo,
El tango comienza así:

“Era una linda pebeta
De labios muy rojos
Y ojazos muy tristes,
Era como una muñeca,
Y demostrando una mueca
La vi pasar a mi lado”.

English lyrics of the Tango "Oiga mozo"

Hey, waiter!
Listen to me for a moment,
I have a request to make
It’s a tango that’s all my sorrow.

Go on, waiter!
If the orchestra doesn’t recall,
The tango starts like this:

“She was a pretty young girl
With very red lips
And very sad big eyes,
When she sang a tango
Her voice spoke of a dream
Of loves that no longer exist.”

Go on, waiter!
Even just hearing it,
The tango starts like this:

“She was a pretty young girl
With very red lips
And very sad big eyes,
She was like a doll,
Showing a grimace
I saw her walk by my side.”

Oiga mozo by Alberto Nery

Oiga mozo is a Tango written and composed by Alberto Nery.



Story behind the Tango Oiga mozo

The lyrics of “Oiga mozo” unfold a poignant tale where the narrator requests a waiter to play a specific tango that evokes deep, personal memories. The song itself narrates the appearance and essence of a young woman, described with vibrant and emotive imagery. The repeated requests to the waiter, urging him to ensure the orchestra remembers the tune, underscore a longing for the past and the emotional weight the song holds for the narrator.



Symbolism of Oiga mozo

The tango, known for its ability to express melancholy and nostalgia, is a powerful symbol in “Oiga mozo.” The “linda pebeta” with “labios muy rojos” (very red lips) and “ojazos muy tristes” (very sad big eyes) symbolizes youthful beauty tinged with sorrow, perhaps indicating lost love or opportunities. The repeated description of the woman as like a doll could suggest an objectification or an unattainable ideal, enhancing the theme of lost and unreciprocated feelings.



Oiga mozo in historic Context

Written during 1942 in Argentina, “Oiga mozo” emerged in a tumultuous historical period characterized by social and political changes. Tango music, deeply entrenched in Argentine culture, often mirrored the sentiments of its people—nostalgia, suffering, and the complexities of love. During this period, tango served not only as entertainment but also an emotional outlet, a canvas portraying the collective psyche of a society facing uncertainty.



Alberto Nery

Alberto Nery was both the author and composer of “Oiga mozo,” showcasing his dual talents in music and lyricism in the realm of Tango.