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Racconto

Racconto is a Tango written by Carlos García and recorded by Miguel Caló in 1966. The Tango Racconto is written by Carlos García, Miguel Caló has recorded Racconto with the singer Roberto Rufino.
“Racconto,” translated from Spanish, means “recount” or “narrative.” This evocative name suggests a journey through time and emotion, weaving past memories into a tapestry of rhythm and melody. Each note whispers tales of longing and love, inviting the listener to immerse in a vivid tapestry of life’s poignant moments.

Tango

Style

Miguel Caló

Orchestra

Roberto Rufino

Singer

Margarita Durán

Author

Carlos García

Composer

1966/11/17

Date

Roberto Rufino
Roberto Rufino
Miguel Caló
Miguel Caló

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Lyrics Translation of the Tango Racconto

This is the translation of the Tango “Racconto” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Tango “Racconto” have been done with AI.

Letra del Tango Racconto

Horas que el alma llora

que busco ahora para volver;

lejos, están muy lejos,

como reflejos del tiempo aquél.



Apenas mi recuerdo las evoca, vuelvo a ver

la dulce calle del ayer.

Pero lo que yo quiero,

volver a cero, no puede ser.



El corazón

se iluminó en una esquina.

¡Mi caserón,

mi techo azul de glicinas!



Confabular

de quinceañeros domingos

para matar

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English lyrics of the Tango "Racconto"

Hours when the soul weeps

what I now seek to return;

far, are very far,

like reflections of that time.

Barely my memory evokes them, I see again

the sweet street of yesterday.

But what I want,

to start anew, cannot be.

The heart

lit up on a corner.
My big house,

my blue wisteria roof!

Plot

of teenage Sundays

to kill

the lovesick hours.

Racconto by Margarita Durán

Racconto is a Tango written by Margarita Durán and composed by Carlos García.



Story behind the Tango Racconto

‘Racconto’ translates to ‘recollection’ or ‘account’ in English, encapsulating the essence of revisiting and narrating past experiences. Durán utilizes the metaphor of life as a narrative, unfolded and recounted through her lyrics. The primary theme revolves around a poignant longing and a wistful homage to the past—a common emotional thread in much of the Tango genre, which often reflects on loss, nostalgia, and the passage of time. The emotional depth of the song is palpable as the narrator remembers the joyous moments embedded in specific locations and times, now distant memories that evoke both warmth and a sense of irrevocable loss.



Symbolism of Racconto

Margarita Durán employs vivid symbolism to enhance the emotional weight of ‘Racconto.’ Phrases such as “el corazón se iluminó en una esquina” (the heart lit up on a corner) and “mi techo azul de glicinas” (my blue roof of wisterias) are not merely nostalgic recollections but also denote significant life moments wherein personal histories and emotions intersect with concrete geographical locations. ‘Blue roof of wisterias’ symbolizes a safe and cherished personal space, potentially a family home, reflecting the comfort and beauty of the past. The heart lighting up at a corner could symbolize a moment of love or significant personal discovery that occurred unexpectedly in daily routines.



Racconto in Historic Context

Recorded in 1966, during a vibrant yet complex era for Argentine tango, ‘Racconto’ resonates with the personal and social transitions of the time. The 1960s in Argentina were a period marked by societal shifts and the emergence of new cultural expressions while maintaining strong ties to traditional forms like Tango. During such a period of reflection and transformation, nostalgia for ‘simpler times’ or the ‘days of old’ serves as a powerful narrative thread, connecting the personal with the collective memory. In this context, Durán’s lyrics do not just recount personal history but also echo a communal sentiment of longing for the past amidst rapid modernization and social change.



Margarita Durán

Margarita Durán was a notable figure in Argentine Tango, known for her poetic songwriting, which imbues traditional Tango music with rich narrative and emotional depth.