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Porteña y nada más

Porteña y nada más is a Milonga written by Don Filinto and recorded by Carlos di Sarli in 1952. The Milonga Porteña y nada más is written by Don Filinto, Carlos di Sarli has recorded Porteña y nada más with the singer Mario Pomar.
“Porteña y nada más,” or “A Woman from Buenos Aires and Nothing More,” captures the essence of a true Buenos Aires native. It speaks to the soul steeped in the city’s rich culture, passion, and history. This piece encapsulates the spirit, pride, and identity of those who call Buenos Aires home, resonating with every heartfelt note.

Milonga

Style

Carlos di Sarli

Orchestra

Mario Pomar

Singer

Mario Raffaelli, Genaro Caliendo

Author

Don Filinto

Composer

1952/7/22

Date

Mario Pomar
Mario Pomar
Carlos di Sarli
Carlos di Sarli

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Lyrics Translation of the Milonga Porteña y nada más

This is the translation of the Milonga “Porteña y nada más” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Milonga “Porteña y nada más” have been done with AI.

Letra del Milonga Porteña y nada más

Me vio nacer Buenos Aires y en el arrabal
En cada esquina un sueño yo he dejado,
Así llevé por el centro todo mi compás
Y aquí me ven, en Corrientes, ya varado.

Aunque me han hecho moderna
Yo soy como mi ciudad, sentimental,
Aquí me ven, no he cambiado
Sigo siempre igual, porteña y nada más…

Llevó el suburbio, mi corazón
Por los salones.
Repiqueteando cuando bailan las parejas
Mientras gimen bandoneones.
Yo soy milonga y han de saber
Tengo mi gloria,
Fui la voz del gran Gabino
Y en un tiempo fui su historia
Me cantó el “Morocho” aquel.

Soy de un ayer muy lejano y amo recordar
Aquellos tiempos viejos, que pasaron,
Cuando a la luz mortecina de un farol a gas
Y allí nomás, porteños me bailaron.

Hoy que las luces del centro
Palpitan con mi compás, no sé olvidar,
Aquí me ven, no he cambiado
Sigo siempre igual, porteña y nada más…

English lyrics of the Milonga "Porteña y nada más"

Buenos Aires saw me born, and in the neighborhood
On every corner, I’ve left a dream behind,
Thus I took all my rhythm downtown
And here you see me, stranded on Corrientes.

Though they’ve made me modern
I’m like my city, sentimental,
Here you see me, I haven’t changed
Always the same, a local girl and nothing more…

I took the suburb, my heart
Through the halls.
Clicking when the couples dance
As bandoneons moan.
I am “milonga” and you should know
I have my glory,
I was the voice of great Gabino
And once, I was his story
That “Moor” sang of me well.

I’m from a long-ago yesterday, and I love to recall
Those old times that have passed,
When under the dim light of a gas lantern
And right there, local folks danced me.

Today with the downtown lights
Throbbing to my rhythm, I can’t forget,
Here you see me, I haven’t changed
Always the same, a local girl and nothing more…

Porteña y nada más by

Porteña y nada más is a Tango written by and composed by Don Filinto.

Story behind the Tango Porteña y nada más

“Porteña y nada más” is a nostalgic ode to the identity and spirit of Buenos Aires, a testament to its lasting impact on its inhabitants. The lyrics tell the story of someone who is intrinsically linked to the city and its culture, having left a piece of themselves on every corner. There’s a sense of resilience and pride in maintaining the essence of being ‘porteña,’ despite any changes the city or the individual might have undergone over time. This tango captures the soulful vibrancy and sentimental nature that defines both the city and its people.

Symbolism of Porteña y nada más

The lyrics are rich in symbolism, using Buenos Aires as a metaphor for the soul. Phrases like “Me vio nacer Buenos Aires” and “Porteña y nada más” highlight the deep connection and unchanging identity with being a native of the city. The streets and corners likened to dreams reflect the individual’s journey, with “Cada esquina un sueño” suggesting that each corner holds a piece of the protagonist’s heart. The imagery of bandoneones and milonga speak to the cultural symbols of tango that underscore their presence and legacy. The mention of “El gran Gabino” and “El ‘Morocho’” evoke historical figures in tango, symbolizing the deep-rooted nature of these cultural expressions.

Porteña y nada más in historic Context

Composed in 1952, “Porteña y nada más” emerged during a time when Buenos Aires was embracing modernity, yet looking fondly at its past. The post-World War II era was marked by rapid urban development, which saw traditional neighborhoods evolving. The lyrics contrast this modernization with an unyielding emotional and cultural attachment to the city’s heritage. The reference to Corrientes, a bustling avenue synonymous with the vibrant urban life and tango culture, roots the narrative in a place known for its artistic and cultural significance. It’s a reminder of Buenos Aires’ identity amid the shifting tides of progress.

was the lyricist who collaborated with Don Filinto on this piece, embedding their love and appreciation for Buenos Aires within the timeless embrace of tango music.