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Por quererla así is a Tango written by and composed by Carlos Olmedo.
“Por quererla así” is a poignant tale of unreciprocated love and enduring heartache. The singer narrates their desperate attempts to overcome the lingering pain of a lost love. The recurring theme throughout the song is the struggle between memories and the harsh reality of being forgotten by the one they love. Each verse delves deeper into the emotional turmoil and hopelessness felt by the protagonist, showcasing the destructive power of love when it is unreturned.
Symbolism is deeply woven into the lyrics, enhancing their emotional impact. The image of wandering “por las calles de la vida” (through the streets of life) suggests a sense of aimlessness and despair, reflecting both a physical and emotional journey without destination or fulfillment. The torment “quemándome en el pecho” (burning in my chest) is a visceral representation of the internal anguish caused by unfulfilled desires. Key phrases like “hundí mi vida en el lodo” (I sank my life in the mud) encapsulate the degradation and self-sacrifice the protagonist has undergone for love’s sake. The repeated acknowledgment of living in “una ceguera” (a blindness) highlights the irrational nature of their devotion, indicating a willing ignorance to reality for the sake of love.
Written and composed in the heart of Buenos Aires, Argentina, the song reflects the city’s vibrant tango culture and its deep association with themes of love, loss, and nostalgia. Emerging during a period when Buenos Aires was a melting pot of cultures and emotions, the tango captures the urban struggles faced by many and the universal human experiences of longing and heartbreak. The mention of being “sin tener un cigarrillo, sin un cobre” (without having a cigarette, without a penny) also points to a time of economic struggle and personal destitution, prevalent in the lives of many who frequented the tango halls of early 20th-century Argentina.
Carlos Olmedo was a notable figure in the world of tango, contributing significantly to its rich tapestry with his compositions. His work captures the essence of Argentine culture through its music and lyrics.