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Rawson

Rawson is a Tango written by Eduardo Arolas and recorded by Juan D’Arienzo in 1936. Juan D’Arienzo has recorded Rawson as an instrumental Tango.
“Rawson,” translated from Spanish to “Strong Son,” carries a profound narrative within its name. The melody, like the name, speaks to resilience and the strength that defines one’s journey through trials. With each note, it tells a tale of courage, echoing the spirit of a son destined to rise above adversity.

Tango

Style

Juan D'Arienzo

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Gabriel Clausi

Author

Eduardo Arolas

Composer

1936/9/3

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Juan D'Arienzo
Juan D’Arienzo

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Letra del Tango Rawson

Un recuerdo de mi vida
fue motivo y lo cantaba
en las tardes de mi barrio,
fue un destello que embriagó.
Fue un recuerdo, fue nostalgia,
fueron trenzas, ojos negros,
fue una esquina, fue aquel beso
que mi boca te robó.

Sos un poco de mi vida
dulce barrio de mis sueños,
vos me viste tantas veces
por tus calles, y mi canto
en los años juveniles
ha volado en tus veredas,
cuantas veces yo te he visto
con el sol que te alumbró.

Porque el amor de la que era
dulce sueño se quebró
y fue la luna la hechicera
y el idilio terminó.
Porque tu amor en lo que fue
noche perdida, se esfumó
y en la nostalgia de aquel beso
terminó nuestra pasión.

English lyrics of the Tango "Rawson"

A memory from my life
was the reason and I sang it
in the evenings of my neighborhood,
it was a dazzle that intoxicated.
It was a memory, it was nostalgia,
they were braids, dark eyes,
it was a corner, it was that kiss
that my lips stole from you.

You are a part of my life
sweet neighborhood of my dreams,
you have seen me so many times
through your streets, and my song
in my youthful years
has flown on your sidewalks,
how many times I have seen you
with the sun that lit you up.

Because the love of what was
a sweet dream broke
and it was the moon the enchantress
and the romance ended.
Because your love in what was
a lost night, vanished
and in the nostalgia of that kiss
our passion ended.

Rawson by Gabriel Clausi

Rawson is a Tango written by Gabriel Clausi and composed by Eduardo Arolas.

Story behind the Tango Rawson

The lyrics of “Rawson” recount a nostalgic journey through the narrator’s past life experiences in his neighborhood, marked by moments of both joy and pain. The song reflects on the melancholy associated with lost love and the bittersweet memories of youthful days. The essence of the Tango lies in its emotional depth where reminiscence plays a central role, highlighting a specific time and place that hold significant personal value to the speaker.

Symbolism of Rawson

The Tango is rich in symbolism, often illustrating deeper meanings through its narrative. For instance, phrases like “fue un destello que embriagó” (it was a dazzle that intoxicated) and “fue la luna la hechicera” (it was the moon the enchantress) enhance the mystical quality of the memories, attributing almost magical characteristics to the moments of the past. The repeated reference to a corner, dark eyes, and stolen kisses imbue the Tango with a tangible sense of place and fleeting moments of intimacy and loss. The symbolic use of these elements conjures vivid imagery that deeply resonates on an emotional level, portraying the blend of love, nostalgia, and sorrow that defines the character of the Tango.

Rawson in historic Context

Composed in 1936, “Rawson” emerges during a period of profound cultural richness in Argentina where Tango was not just a dance but an expression of deeper societal narratives. This period was marked by political and social shifts, and Tangos often captured the essence of the communal sentiment. Rawson, as a Tango, provides a lens through which the personal is juxtaposed against the backdrop of wider cultural movements, encapsulating the personal impacts of broader societal changes. The name “Rawson” itself may refer to a specific location or context within Argentina, potentially adding layers of geographical nostalgia and identity to the piece.

Gabriel Clausi

Gabriel Clausi, recognized as “Pichuco”, was a prominent figure in the Argentine Tango scene, known for his emotive compositions and contributions to the genre.