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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.
Qué bien te queda (Cómo has cambiado) is a Tango written by Juan Mazaroni and composed by Vicente Salerno.
“Qué bien te queda (Cómo has cambiado)” serves as an homage and a reflective look at the evolution of the Tango, an iconic dance and music style deeply intertwined with Argentine culture. Through the lyrics, Mazaroni communicates a dialogue with the Tango itself, personifying it as a brother who has embraced modernism and changed over time. While this transformation includes a move away from the traditional and suburban roots of Tango, it retains its soulful, emotional core, symbolized through its enduring melodies that continue to tug at heartstrings.
Key phrases like “Hermano, te ha vencido el modernismo” and “Qué bien te queda, cómo has cambiado,” highlight a complex appreciation for both the Tango’s new and old forms. The contrast between the modernity symbolized by “Los rascacielos llenos de asombro” and the traditional imagery of dancing “bajo la luz palpitante de un farol” presents an evocative juxtaposition. This symbolic language encapsulates the transformation of the Tango from a local, intimate performance to a polished, globally recognized phenomenon. Moreover, the statement “vas enredando los corazones entre lamentos de un bandoneón” suggests that despite its evolution, Tango continues to intertwine deeply with the listeners’ emotions, guided by the melancholic tune of the bandoneon.
Written and recorded in 1943 in Argentina, “Qué bien te queda (Cómo has cambiado)” is an introspective take on the Tango during a period of significant cultural shifts worldwide, including Argentina. The mid-20th century marked a time when Tango, originally a dance of the lower classes and suburbs, was becoming a polished, international sensation. This transition is mirrored in the lyrics’ portrayal of the Tango ‘dressing up’ in a smoking jacket, being admired by the modern architecture symbolized through “Los rascacielos.” Thus, the Tango reflects not just a dance but the broader socio-cultural evolution of Argentina itself.
Juan Mazaroni was an Argentine lyricist noted for his contributions to the Tango genre, a popular and defining music style of Argentina.