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Ojos negros

Ojos negros is a Tango written by Vicente Greco and recorded by Aníbal Troilo in 1970. Aníbal Troilo has recorded Ojos negros as an instrumental Tango.
“Ojos negros,” meaning “black eyes” in English, evokes a haunting allure and mystery. Like dark pools that reveal hidden depths, these eyes hold stories untold, filled with both passion and secrets. They dance through the melody, weaving a tapestry of longing and romance, casting a spell on all who dare to gaze into their enigmatic depths.

Tango

Style

Aníbal Troilo

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Pedro Numa Córdoba

Author

Vicente Greco

Composer

1970/12/21

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Aníbal Troilo
Aníbal Troilo

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Letra del Tango Ojos negros

Ojos negros y… soñadores
de mis amores
dueños ellos son.
Ojos que encantan a mi alma
y que dan dulce calma
a mi fiel corazón.

Cuando en su cristal
me suelo mirar
me causa placer,
porque en ellos yo
suelo adivinar
su mucho querer.

Nunca jamás
podré olvidar
la expresión arrobadora
de tu faz.

Como divinos luceros
son tus ojos negros
dignos de admirar,

y por ellos yo me muero
y en sus pestañas quiero
poder siempre besar.

English lyrics of the Tango "Ojos negros "

Dark eyes, oh… dreamers
of my love,
they are its masters.
Eyes that enchant my soul
and give sweet calm
to my faithful heart.

When in their glass
I usually look,
it gives me pleasure,
because in them I
often guess
their deep affection.

Never ever
will I forget
the enrapturing expression
of your face.

Like divine lights
are your dark eyes
worthy of admiration,

and for them I’d die
and on their lashes I wish
to always be able to kiss.

Ojos negros by Pedro Numa Córdoba

Ojos negros is a Tango written by Pedro Numa Córdoba and composed by Vicente Greco.

Story behind the Tango Ojos negros

“Ojos negros” or “Black Eyes” in English centers around the profound adoration and mesmerizing influence of someone’s dark eyes, which are depicted as dreamy and owning the narrator’s love. The lyrics reflect a heartfelt dialogue towards these eyes, imbuing them with the power to enchant the soul and bring sweet calmness to a faithful heart. This personal and intimate portrayal sets a scene of deep emotional connection, guided by the mesmerizing gaze of a beloved.

Symbolism of Ojos negros

The black eyes in the song serve as a powerful symbol of mysterious allure and deep emotion. The reference to these eyes as “divine stars” worthy of admiration hints at an almost celestial reverence, elevating the beloved’s eyes to a status above the mundane and everyday. This evocative imagery suggests an otherworldly connection, rooted in visual adoration and emotional depth. The act of wishing to kiss the eyelashes repeatedly symbolizes a deep yearning and intimate bond between the observer and the observed.

Ojos negros in historic Context

Recorded in 1970 in Argentina, a time when tango was both an integral part of Argentine culture and an evolving art form internationally, “Ojos negros” taps into the timeless theme of romantic idealization prominent in tango lyrics. The focus on the gaze and black eyes might also reflect a cultural emphasis on passion and intense emotional expression, which are characteristic elements of Argentine tango music and dance during this period.

Pedro Numa Córdoba

Pedro Numa Córdoba was a noted Argentine poet known for his tango lyrics, which often captured complex human emotions within simple yet evocative language.