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Pobre negrito (Flor de Montserrat)

Pobre negrito (Flor de Montserrat) is a Milonga written by Juan Santini and recorded by Rodolfo Biagi in 1945. The Milonga Pobre negrito (Flor de Montserrat) is written by Juan Santini, Rodolfo Biagi has recorded Pobre negrito (Flor de Montserrat) with the singer Alberto Amor.
“Pobre negrito (Flor de Montserrat)” translates to “Poor Little Black Child (Flower of Montserrat)” in English. This evocative title suggests a tale of resilience and beauty emerging from hardship, much like a delicate flower thriving against formidable odds. The piece weaves a melody that embraces the struggles and spirit of Montserrat’s children, celebrating their strength and hope.

Milonga

Style

Rodolfo Biagi

Orchestra

Alberto Amor

Singer

Vicente Planells del Campo

Author

Juan Santini

Composer

1945/11/30

Date

Alberto Amor
Alberto Amor
Rodolfo Biagi
Rodolfo Biagi

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Lyrics Translation of the Milonga Pobre negrito (Flor de Montserrat)

This is the translation of the Milonga “Pobre negrito (Flor de Montserrat)” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Milonga “Pobre negrito (Flor de Montserrat)” have been done with AI.

Letra del Milonga Pobre negrito (Flor de Montserrat)

Por sus ojos color cielo
Y sus dones de bondad,
La llamaban Virgencita
En el barrio Monserrat.

Todos, todos la querían
Y no hubo payador,
Que no cantara por ella,
En el barrio del Tambor.

Disputaban su cariño
Todos querían su honor,
Pero la Virgen del barrio
Soñaba con otro amor…

Cuántas veces a sus rejas
Perfumadas de jazmín,
Llegaron las serenatas
De uno y otro confín…

Marchitaron los jazmines
Ya no se oye la canción,
En esas noches de luna
Junto al pie de su balcón.

En todo el barrio se sabe,
Que la flor de Monserrat,
Ha entregado sus amores
A un Convento de Piedad…

English lyrics of the Milonga "Pobre negrito (Flor de Montserrat)"

For her sky-colored eyes
And her acts of kindness,
They called her Little Virgin
In the district of Monserrat.

Everyone, everyone loved her
And there wasn’t a minstrel,
Who didn’t sing for her,
In the Drum’s neighborhood.

They fought for her affection
Everyone wanted her honor,
But the neighborhood’s Virgin
Dreamed of another love…

How many times to her window,
Scented with jasmine,
Did serenades arrive
From one end to the other…

The jasmines have withered
Now the song is no longer heard,
On those moonlit nights
By the foot of her balcony.

The whole neighborhood knows,
That the flower of Monserrat,
Has given her love
To a Convent of Mercy…

Pobre negrito (Flor de Montserrat) by Vicente Planells del Campo

Pobre negrito (Flor de Montserrat) is a Tango written by Vicente Planells del Campo and composed by Juan Santini.

Story behind the Tango Pobre negrito (Flor de Montserrat)

The lyrics of “Pobre negrito (Flor de Montserrat)” depict the affection and reverence held for a young woman in the Montserrat neighborhood, known for her angelic qualities and benevolence. She is referred to as “Virgencita,” a term of endearment symbolizing her purity and the locals’ adoration. Despite being desired by many, her heart lies elsewhere, anchored in spiritual devotion as she entrusts her love to a convent, signifying a life dedicated to spiritual pursuits away from worldly love.


Symbolism of Pobre negrito (Flor de Montserrat)

The tango employs various symbols to enrich the narrative. “Sus ojos color cielo” (her sky-colored eyes) imply innocence and a heaven-like semblance, enhancing her sanctified image within the community. The setting is poignantly decorated with scents and sights of jasmine, which traditionally symbolize purity and love, yet here, they wither, metaphorically echoing the fading of worldly desires and unrequited loves as she chooses a life of chastity. The serenatas (serenades) represent the community’s love and affection, which, despite their beauty, are ultimately unfulfilled as she retreats into religious life.


Pobre negrito (Flor de Montserrat) in historic Context

Recorded in 1945, post-World War II, “Pobre negrito (Flor de Montserrat)” reflects a period of introspection and a return to conservative values in Argentina. The era saw a focus on national identity, which is permeated in the tango through the localized setting of Montserrat, a notable barrio in Buenos Aires known for its rich cultural tapestry. The movement towards more traditional and spiritual themes could be seen as a response to the uncertainties of the time, with the character’s commitment to a Convent of Piedad highlighting a societal inclination towards faith and moral sanctity amidst ongoing global unrest.


Vicente Planells del Campo

Vicente Planells del Campo was an Argentinian lyricist known for his poignant and evocative tango lyrics that often delve into themes of love, society, and human emotions.