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Pato alegre

Pato alegre is a Tango written by Enrique Delfino and recorded by Carlos di Sarli in 1955. The Tango Pato alegre is written by Enrique Delfino, Carlos di Sarli has recorded Pato alegre with the singer Oscar Serpa.
“Pato alegre,” meaning “Happy Duck” in English, dances gracefully through the vibrant rhythms of life. This delightful melody captures the spirit of joy and freedom, as if a playful duck is gliding effortlessly across serene waters. Each note paints a picture of nature’s happiness, inviting listeners to embrace the simple pleasures of existence with a light heart.

Tango

Style

Carlos di Sarli

Orchestra

Oscar Serpa

Singer

Alberto Ballestero

Author

Enrique Delfino

Composer

1955/7/28

Date

Oscar Serpa
Oscar Serpa
Carlos di Sarli
Carlos di Sarli

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Lyrics Translation of the Tango Pato alegre

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

Letra del Tango Pato alegre

Pato alegre que pasas la vida
viboreando entre placeres,
entre risas y farras corridas
y caricias de mujeres.
Pero tras de tu loca alegría
no podés disimular,
una pena que amarga tus días
y reís para olvidar.

El pato alegre…
dicen al verte pasar,
mas no comprenden
que sapes también llorar.
Seguí ocultando
tras de tu risa el dolor.
Seguí escondiendo
aquel maldecido amor.

Hoy comprendes que llegan los años,
y al nevar sobre tus sienes,
honda pena, dolor, desengaños,
del pasado sólo tienes.
Sigue, sigue bebiendo tu vino,
para qué filosofar;
si fue un sueño de amor tu destino:
bebe y trata de olvidar.

English lyrics of the Tango "Pato alegre"

Happy duck that spends its life
Weaving through pleasures,
Through laughter and wild exploits
And the caresses of women.
But behind your wild joy
You cannot hide,
A pain that sours your days
And you laugh to forget.

The happy duck…
they say when they see you pass,
but they don’t understand
that you also know how to cry.
Keep hiding
your pain behind your laughter.
Keep concealing
that cursed love.

Today you understand that the years come,
and as they snow upon your temples,
deep pain, sorrow, disillusionment,
of the past is all you have.
Keep, keep drinking your wine,
why philosophize;
if your fate was a dream of love:
drink and try to forget.

Pato alegre by Enrique Delfino

Pato alegre is a Tango written by an unknown author and composed by Enrique Delfino.

Story behind the Tango Pato alegre

The tango “Pato alegre” weaves a narrative around a character trapped in a cycle of hedonistic pursuits—pleasures, laughter, and fleeting romances—as a means to mask an underlying sorrow. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone known by a façade of joy yet harboring a profound emotional struggle. The story is emblematic of many traditional tango themes, intertwining joy with melancholy and presenting a character who finds solace in temporary revelries to escape a “cursed love.”

Symbolism of Pato alegre

The tango heavily employs symbolism through its choice of language and imagery. The term “Pato alegre” itself is symbolic, reflecting the duality between outer joy and inner turmoil. Phrases such as “entre risas y farras corridas” (amid laughter and fleeting revels) symbolize a lifestyle of superficial happiness, suggesting a deeper dissatisfaction. The symbolism extends with “una pena que amarga tus días” (a sorrow that sours your days), hinting at unresolved grief and the futility of using amusement as a distraction. The contrast between laughter and tears encapsulates the tango’s emotional complexity.

Pato alegre in Historic Context

Composed in Buenos Aires in 1955, “Pato alegre” emerges from a post-war society teetering on the brink of modernity, where traditional values clash with contemporary freedoms. The tango’s portrayal of ephemeral pleasures aligns with Buenos Aires’ nightlife and culture of dance halls, while also resonating with broader existential themes prevalent in the 1950s. The historical backdrop might deepen its exploration of love and disillusionment, reflecting a society caught between change and tradition, marking time with wistful tango.

Enrique Delfino

Enrique Delfino was a renowned Argentine composer and musician known for pioneering the evolution of tango music in the early 20th century, contributing to its global recognition. His works often encapsulate the emotional depth and complexity typical of the tango genre.