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These Tangos, Valses, and Milongas were recorded around the same time. Take a look to discover what else this orchestra—or others—may have recorded during the same week or even on the exact same day.
Porque no te tengo más is a Tango written by Marvil and composed by Oscar Herrero.
The tango “Porque no te tengo más” lyrically portrays a poignant tale of lost love and the consequent emotional fallout. The song begins with a resolved silence by the narrator, opting to place a “candado” (lock) on his mouth, symbolically muting the pain and reason that urge expression. The narrator reflects on dreams that once brought joy but now sour to memories of nights spent in tears, a stark contrast to former happiness. This narrative captures the heartbreak of remembering the happiness of what was once thought of as a promising relationship now lost.
Symbolism richly threads through the lyrics, enhancing the emotional depths of the narrative. The “candado en mi boca,” or lock on the mouth, symbolizes self-restraint and the suppression of painful truths. This imagery is powerful, illustrating internal conflict and the weight of unspoken grief. The repeated wails of ‘¡Jamás!’ (Never!) emphasize a firm resolution against slander, despite the agony of abandonment. The dreams and illusions mentioned are metaphors for the hope and joy of love, which have disintegrated into the harsh reality of separation.
Released in 1954, “Porque no te tengo más” emerges from a post-war Argentina, where tango music often reflected the socio-economic struggles and emotional turbulence of the time. The tango was at the heart of Argentine cultural expression and provided a narrative form for personal and collective feeling. The yearning and loss expressed in the song echo a broader sense of disillusionment that could be felt socially in Argentina during this period. This backdrop intensifies the song’s emotions and connects personal loss to broader collective experiences.
Marvil, an Argentine lyricist, was known for his contributions to the tango genre, which often explored themes of love, disappointment, and existential sentiment.