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Por qué le llaman amor

Por qué le llaman amor is a Tango written by Carlos di Sarli and recorded by Carlos di Sarli in 1954. The Tango Por qué le llaman amor is written by Carlos di Sarli, Carlos di Sarli has recorded Por qué le llaman amor with the singer Oscar Serpa.
“Por qué le llaman amor” translates to “Why do they call it love.” This tango captures the bittersweet dance between longing and heartache, where each note questions the very essence of love’s promise. With every melancholic melody, it whispers the mystery of why such a tender feeling can both heal and wound so deeply.

Tango

Style

Carlos di Sarli

Orchestra

Oscar Serpa

Singer

Héctor Marcó

Author

Carlos di Sarli

Composer

1954/3/17

Date

Oscar Serpa
Oscar Serpa
Carlos di Sarli
Carlos di Sarli

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Lyrics Translation of the Tango Por qué le llaman amor

This is the translation of the Tango “Por qué le llaman amor” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Tango “Por qué le llaman amor” have been done with AI.

Letra del Tango Por qué le llaman amor

Se vende por dinero y lo dan por cariño
Fuerte es como el odio y lo llamaste amor,
Tú me has trastornado los cinco sentidos
Con esa palabra que tiembla en tu voz.

Si quieres comprenderme, descúbreme en tu alma
Y en la penumbra verás estremecer,
Mi vida que muere cual fiel mariposa
Clavada a tus carnes, con un alfiler.

Por qué le llaman amor
A este continuo sufrir,
Que hace de un alma sensible
La vida imposible,
Y mis ojos se empañan.
Que al corazón despedaza,
Que vive en tu boca
Diciendo: ¡Mañana!
Por qué le llaman amor
Quiero saberlo y morir.

English lyrics of the Tango "Por qué le llaman amor"

It’s sold for money, and given for affection
Strong as hatred, and you called it love,
You have disturbed my five senses
With that word that trembles in your voice.

If you want to understand me, discover me in your soul
And in the dim light, you’ll see it tremble,
My life that dies like a faithful butterfly
Pinned to your flesh, with a pin.

Why do they call it love
This continuous suffering,
That makes a sensitive soul
Life impossible,
And my eyes cloud over.
That tears the heart apart,
That lives in your mouth
Saying: Tomorrow!
Why do they call it love
I want to know and die.

Por qué le llaman amor by

Por qué le llaman amor is a Tango written by and composed by Carlos di Sarli.

Story behind the Tango Por qué le llaman amor

The tango “Por qué le llaman amor” explores the complexities and paradoxes of love, presenting it as a force that is both life-giving and destructive. The lyrics delve into the emotional turmoil and confusion that love can bring, questioning its true nature and the pain often associated with it. The narrative is imbued with a sense of longing and despair, reflecting a deeply personal struggle with understanding and defining love.

Symbolism of Por qué le llaman amor

The song employs several powerful symbols to enhance its meaning. The comparison of love to hatred (“Fuerte es como el odio”) suggests the intensity and sometimes destructive nature of love. Meanwhile, the image of “Mi vida que muere cual fiel mariposa / Clavada a tus carnes, con un alfiler” evokes the fragility and suffering caused by love, likening it to a butterfly pinned through its body. These symbols underscore the complex emotions and paradoxes presented throughout the lyrics.

Por qué le llaman amor in historic Context

Composed in Buenos Aires in 1954, this tango reflects the cultural context of mid-20th-century Argentina, a time when tango was both a popular art form and a vehicle for deep emotional expression. During this era, Argentina was grappling with political instability and socio-economic issues, which often seeped into the arts, allowing for themes of angst and existential questioning to flourish. This backdrop provides an added layer of poignancy to the tango’s exploration of love’s darker facets.

is a celebrated lyricist whose work in the tango world has left a lasting imprint. Known for crafting poetry that beautifully captures the human experience and emotions, played a significant role in defining the era’s tango scene.