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Ojos negros

Ojos negros is a Tango written by Vicente Greco and recorded by Osvaldo Pugliese in 1972. Osvaldo Pugliese has recorded Ojos negros as an instrumental Tango.
“Ojos Negros,” meaning “Dark Eyes” in English, is a haunting melody that whispers the secrets of the soul. It speaks of the mysteries hidden within the depths of one’s gaze, a tango of passion and longing. The music sways with the intensity of unspoken emotions, dancing with the shadows of love and memory.

Tango

Style

Osvaldo Pugliese

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Pedro Numa Cordoba

Author

Vicente Greco

Composer

1972/12/20

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Osvaldo Pugliese
Osvaldo Pugliese

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Ojos negros recorded by other Orchestras

Ojos negros recorded by other Orchestras

1972/12/22 – La vaquita – Osvaldo Pugliese
1972/12/14 – El bar de Rosendo – Juan D-Arienzo
1972/12/14 – Y porque no – Juan D-Arienzo
1972/12/14 – Llamame amor mio – Juan D-Arienzo
1972/12/14 – Mi vida yo la reviento – Juan D-Arienzo
Ojos negros – 1945/7/5 – Carlos di Sarli – Instrumental
Ojos negros – 1948/10/1 – Anibal Troilo – Instrumental
Ojos negros – (unknown date) – Anibal Troilo – Instrumental
Ojos negros – 1969/9/18 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
Ojos negros – 1972/12/20 – Osvaldo Pugliese – Instrumental
Ojos negros – 1927/10/17 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
Ojos negros – 1979/10/30 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
Ojos negros – 1967/7/14 – Hector Varela – Instrumental
Ojos negros – 1974/1/1 – Florindo Sassone – Instrumental
Ojos negros – 1968/8/19 – Florindo Sassone – Instrumental
Ojos negros – 1947/1/9 – Osmar Maderna – Instrumental
Ojos negros – 1970/8/27 – Enrique Francini – Instrumental
Ojos negros – 1977/1/1 – Enrique Francini – Instrumental
Ojos negros – 1942/8/5 – Cuarteto Tipico Roberto Firpo – Instrumental
Ojos negros – 1958/6/3 – Armando Pontier – Instrumental
Ojos negros – 1963/1/1 – Horacio Salgan – Instrumental
Ojos negros – 1951/12/7 – Horacio Salgan – Instrumental
Ojos negros – 1952/11/27 – Julio De Caro – Instrumental

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, dream-filled
reign over my love,
they own it completely.

Eyes that enchant my soul,
offering sweet tranquility
to my faithful heart.

When in their reflection
I happen to gaze,
pleasure arises,
for within them I glimpse
the depth of their affection.

Never ever
will I manage to forget
the captivating expression
of your face.

Like divine beacons,
your dark eyes
deserve admiration,

and for them, I’d die,
and upon their lashes, I wish
to forever bestow kisses.

Ojos negros by Pedro Numa Cordoba

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

Story behind the Tango Ojos negros

Ojos negros, which translates to “Black Eyes” in English, is a tango that passionately describes an individual’s profound affection and admiration towards a beloved characterized by their captivating black eyes. The lyrics vividly portray the eyes as a source of enchantment that brings tranquility to the narrator’s heart. The act of looking into these eyes offers pleasure and reassurance of the beloved’s deep love, suggesting a mesmerizing, almost divine quality in the gaze that captivates the narrator completely.

Symbolism of Ojos negros

The black eyes in the song symbolize a deep, soul-stirring gateway to intimacy and understanding. They are depicted as owners of the singer’s love and as elements that enchant and calm the singer’s soul. This symbolism extends to the reflection seen in these eyes, which not only gives pleasure but also seems to communicate the beloved’s affection and dedication. The repeated references to the eyes as “divine lights” elevate their significance, presenting them as heavenly bodies worthy of admiration and sacrificial love.

Ojos negros in Historic Context

“Ojos negros” was written during a period in Argentina marked by political and cultural shifts. By the late 20th century, tango had transformed from the dance floors of Buenos Aires to a global phenomenon, and songs often captured personal, introspective emotions through powerful and poetic lyrics. In this historical context, the tango serves as an expressive outlet for personal sentiments and a means to preserve cultural identity amidst changing times. The longing and adoration expressed in the lyrics likely resonated deeply with an audience navigating the complexities of love, loss, and profound emotional bonds during such a turbulent era.

Pedro Numa Cordoba

Pedro Numa Cordoba was a tango lyricist known for his evocative and heartfelt compositions in the Argentine tango tradition.