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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.
Racing Club is a Tango written by Carlos Pesce and composed by Vicente Greco.
“Racing Club” is a tribute to the popular Argentine sports club located in Avellaneda, Buenos Aires, renowned for its football legacy. The lyrics passionately describe the pride and admiration the narrator holds for Racing Club, reflecting the emotional connection and communal identity that sports can foster. Through its portrayal of the club’s victories and historical significance, this tango evokes feelings of nostalgia and patriotic pride, celebrating Racing Club as a symbol of Argentina’s sporting excellence.
In “Racing Club,” Carlos Pesce utilizes the club as a symbol of community and national pride. Phrases like “fuiste campeón genuino de la masa popular” (you were the genuine champion of the common people) and “noble club con gran cariño te sigue la muchachada” (noble club dearly followed by the youth) highlight the deep connection between the club and its supporters. The club is personified as a national hero, intertwined with the identity and pride of its supporters. Additionally, Racing Club is depicted as “la gloria del tiempo de oro,” symbolizing a golden age of Argentine football, akin to historical greats like Alumni, emphasizing the loss of old times yet cherished in collective memory.
The tango “Racing Club” was recorded in 1946, a period significant for Argentina both politically and socially, with the rise of Juan Domingo Perón and a growing sense of national identity and pride. In this context, the homage to Racing Club transcends mere sports fandom; it reflects a broader narrative of Argentine excellence and resilience in challenging times. The reference to the football club as part of “la América del Sur” positions it not just in the context of Argentina, but as a symbol of prowess in the whole South American continent.
Carlos Pesce was an Argentine lyricist known for his contributions to tango, a genre deeply woven into the cultural fabric of Argentina.