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Quién será is a Tango written by Luis Rubistein and composed by Luis Visca.
The tango “Quién será” narrates the emotional upheaval of a person who encounters a beguiling stranger at a dance. The mystery and allure of this encounter are captured in the lyrics which describe the deep and sudden impact this person has on the narrator, emphasized by the piercing gaze of the stranger’s “brujos” (enchanted) eyes. The narrator is left with lingering memories and a yearning for a lost connection, marked by the abrupt departure of the stranger without a farewell. This sense of fleeting interaction and the elusive search for the stranger thereafter form the central emotional narrative of the song.
The repeated phrase “Quién será” which translates to “Who will it be” in English reflects the prevailing sense of mystery and speculation about the stranger’s identity. This question resonates with themes of longing and the search for meaning after a brief, yet profound encounter. Symbolism is further conveyed through the “antifaz” or mask, suggesting the theme of hidden identities and perhaps the societal masks we wear. The feelings of nostalgia and sorrow brought by the winds in the lyrics are reminiscent of traditional Andean music elements like the “quena,” a flute, adding a layer of regional cultural depth and melancholy.
Released in the year 1941 in Argentina, “Quién será” was created during a period where Tango was not only a dance but also an expression of deeper societal and personal sentiments. This era was marked by political and social changes in Argentina, and tangos often captured the melancholic mood of the populace. The reference to traditional elements like the quena also highlights a blend of the local cultural influences prevalent at the time, tapping into a broader narrative of identity and cultural heritage that resonates deeply within the Argentine psyche.
Luis Rubistein was a noted Argentine lyricist known for his contributions to the tango genre, deeply embedding emotional and cultural nuances within his works.