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Pienso

Pienso is a Tango written by Mario Bustos and recorded by Juan D’Arienzo in 1958. The Tango Pienso is written by Mario Bustos, Juan D’Arienzo has recorded Pienso with the singer Mario Bustos.
“Pienso,” meaning “I Think” in English, captures the introspective dance of thoughts swirling within. It weaves a melody that invites the listener to explore the depths of their emotions, much like a tango entices partners into a passionate embrace. This piece becomes a mirror, reflecting the silent conversations we have with ourselves, lingering on the edge of introspection.

Tango

Style

Juan D'Arienzo

Orchestra

Mario Bustos

Singer

Mario Bustos

Author

Mario Bustos

Composer

1958/5/22

Date

Mario Bustos
Mario Bustos
Juan D'Arienzo
Juan D’Arienzo

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Lyrics Translation of the Tango Pienso

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

Letra del Tango Pienso

Pienso

se me hace un nudo en el mate,

no lo puedo desatar,

porque la gente comete tanto y tanto disparate

por ganar un mango más.

Pero

al que nació inteligente,

bueno, gaucho, leal, decente,

no lo pueden derribar.

Veo

que están demás los consejos

porque se muere de viejo,

abrazao a su verdad.



Cuando voy solitario en mi noche

por la calle que marca la vida

y me encuentro con tanto fantoche,

con tantos otarios, me pongo a rezar.

Y le pido un favor al supremo,

que me siga tendiendo su mano,

y me ayude a encontrar a un hermano

que tenga conciencia, nobleza y lealtad.



Cuando yo salí de la primaria con mi diploma de honor,

el diploma está arrugado,

el honor inmaculado,

lo conservo con amor.

Solo

bronco cuando en las mañanas

me despierta la fulana,

para que vaya a yugar.

Miro en el espejo mis canas

que me baten… ¿y mañana?

¡y me pongo a sollozar!

English lyrics of the Tango "Pienso"

I think
a knot forms in my mind,
I can’t untie it,
because people commit so many follies
to earn just one more buck.
But
the one born intelligent,
good, gaucho, loyal, decent,
cannot be knocked down.

I see
advice is superfluous
for one dies of old age,
clinging to their truth.

When I wander alone in my night
on the street carved by life
and I meet so many tricksters,
so many fools, I start to pray.
And I ask a favor of the supreme,
that he continues to lend me his hand,
and helps me find a brother
who has awareness, nobility, and loyalty.

When I graduated primary school with my honor diploma,
the diploma is wrinkled,
the honor untouched,
I keep it with love.
Alone,
rough when in the mornings
the mistress wakes me,
so I go to toil.
I look in the mirror at my gray hairs
that tell me… what about tomorrow?
and I start to sob!

Pienso by Mario Bustos

Pienso is a Tango written and composed by Mario Bustos.



Story behind the Tango Pienso

The lyrics of “Pienso” offers a reflective and somewhat melancholic introspection of the singer’s journey through life, emphasizing integrity amidst societal challenges. This Tango, sung by Mario Bustos, expresses a poignant narrative of personal thoughts and societal observations. The lyric starts profoundly with “se me hace un nudo en el mate,” depicting a mental conflict or dilemma that’s hard to unravel. This sets a tone of inner struggle against external societal flaws focused on material gain.



Symbolism of Pienso

The Tango vividly employs symbolism and metaphoric language to deepen its emotional appeal. Expressions like “nudo en el mate” (knot in the mind) and “abrazado a su verdad” (clinging to his truth) illuminate the protagonist’s battle with society and personal integrity. Key phrases like “se muere de viejo,” implying dying of old age while holding onto one’s truth, portrays the lifelong perseverance in maintaining one’s values amidst prevailing societal falsehoods. Furthermore, the contrasting imagery of the wrinkled diploma against the preserved honor encapsulates the theme of maintaining moral steadfastness despite the wear of time.



Pienso in historic Context

“Pienso” was recorded in 1958, a period marked by political instability in Argentina. The country was transitioning from Juan Domingo Perón’s presidency, leading to an era where societal values and norms were greatly in flux. The lyrical emphasis on clinging to personal truths and integrity could be interpreted as a critique or reflection on the ambiguous moral landscape of the time. The concern for genuineness, fairness, and loyalty can be viewed as a longing for more stable, transparent societal values during such tumultuous times.



Mario Bustos

Mario Bustos was an Argentine musician known for his involvement in the Tango genre, crafting pieces deeply embedded in cultural narratives and personal introspection.