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Quejas del alma

Quejas del alma is a Vals written by Domingo Julio Vivas and recorded by Ricardo Tanturi in 1947. The Vals Quejas del alma is written by Domingo Julio Vivas, Ricardo Tanturi has recorded Quejas del alma with the singer Osvaldo Ribo.
“Quejas del alma,” or “Complaints of the Soul,” is a haunting melody that whispers of longing and unspoken desires. It captures the emotional turmoil that lies hidden within the heart, weaving a tapestry of sorrow and yearning. Each note resonates with the pain of unfulfilled dreams, echoing the deep and timeless lament of the human spirit.

Vals

Style

Ricardo Tanturi

Orchestra

Osvaldo Ribo

Singer

Juan Mazaroni

Author

Domingo Julio Vivas

Composer

1947/10/31

Date

Osvaldo Ribo
Osvaldo Ribo
Ricardo Tanturi
Ricardo Tanturi

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Lyrics Translation of the Vals Quejas del alma

This is the translation of the Vals “Quejas del alma” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Vals “Quejas del alma” have been done with AI.

Letra del Vals Quejas del alma

¡Madre!
Yo te dejé por ella,
sin una queja
me dejaste partir.
Todo fue desencanto,
todo fue triste y vano
y hallé en sus brazos falsos
los leños de mi cruz.
¡Madre!
Acógeme en tu pecho.
Arrepentido
busco en tu corazón,
en esta noche oscura
de un alma atormentada
un poco de ternura
que ahogue mi dolor.

Aquello fue un instante de ciega locura.
A su lado vi, en rosas, florecer mi pasión
y soñé entre sus besos un mundo de ternuras
en las tardes felices incendiadas de sol.
Hoy al hogar lo encuentro pleno de poesía,
hasta tu voz, viejita, me parece otra voz.
Pon tus manos piadosas en mi frente sombría
y cuéntame una historia de esperanza y amor.

Y ella
me dijo suspirando
toda ternura
y toda corazón.
Con su voz baja y dulce
Acércate hijo mío
y como en aquel tiempo
buen tiempo que pasó,
cuando
en las noches de frío,
en mi regazo
al calor del hogar,
te contaba la historia
del príncipe con alas
que robó a la princesa
y voló sobre el mar….

English lyrics of the Vals "Quejas del alma"

Mother!
I left you for her,
without a complaint
you let me go.
Everything was a disappointment,
everything was sad and vain
and in her false arms,
I found the timbers of my cross.
Mother!
Welcome me into your embrace.
Repentant
I seek in your heart,
on this dark night
of a tormented soul,
a bit of tenderness
to drown my pain.

That was a moment of blind madness.
By her side, I saw my passion bloom like roses
and dreamed in her kisses a world of tenderness
in the happy afternoons ablaze with sun.
Today I find the home filled with poetry,
even your voice, little old one, seems different to me.
Place your merciful hands on my somber forehead
and tell me a story of hope and love.

And she
told me sighing
all tenderness
and all heart.
With her low and sweet voice
Come close, my child
and like in those old times
good times that have passed,
when
on cold nights,
in my lap
by the warmth of the hearth,
I would tell you the story
of the prince with wings
who stole the princess
and flew over the sea…

Quejas del alma by Juan Mazaroni

Quejas del alma is a Tango written by Juan Mazaroni and composed by Domingo Julio Vivas.



Story behind the Tango Quejas del alma

The tango “Quejas del alma” unveils a deep emotional narrative, centered around themes of regret, disillusionment, and a yearning for maternal comfort. The protagonist expresses profound remorse for leaving his mother for another love, which ultimately led to disappointment and suffering. The poignant reunion with his mother, in seeking solace and forgiveness, paints a vivid picture of returning to one’s roots after a journey of hardship. The lyrics suggest a reflection on choices made and the ensuing consequences, framed within a poignant and deeply personal story.



Symbolism of Quejas del alma

‘Quejas del alma’ is rich in symbols that enhance its emotional weight. The “leños de mi cruz” metaphorically links to the burdens and suffering the protagonist endures, echoing the imagery of carrying one’s cross. Furthermore, the setting of the cold nights warmed by the hearth and maternal tales symbolizes a return to warmth, comfort, and simpler times, contrasting the cold, harsh reality experienced away from home. This nostalgic invocation of childhood memories serves as a soothing balm to the narrator’s tormented soul, emphasizing themes of healing and regeneration through the power of maternal love and storytelling.



Quejas del alma in historic Context

“Quejas del alma” was composed in Argentina in 1947, a time marked by political change and cultural evolution. Post World War II, Argentina was navigating through significant shifts in its social and political fabric. In this context, the tango could be seen as a reflection on personal and societal disillusionment. The reference to seeking maternal refuge could also metaphorically speak to a collective national sentiment of returning to foundational values and reassessing the path forward amid uncertainties. This tango, thus, not only speaks of personal remorse but resonates with a broader yearning for renewal in post-war Argentina.



Juan Mazaroni

Juan Mazaroni was an influential figure in Argentine tango, known for his poignant lyrics that often explore themes of love, regret, and human emotions.