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Rawson

Rawson is a Tango written by Eduardo Arolas and recorded by Florindo Sassone in 1959. Florindo Sassone has recorded Rawson as an instrumental Tango.
“Rawson,” or “Roughson” in English, carries a rugged charm within its notes. The music evokes the gritty streets and spirited souls of a distant town, each melody a brushstroke painting tales of resilience and passion. It’s a dance between shadow and light, where every rhythm tells a story of strength woven through the fabric of life’s raw beauty.

Tango

Style

Florindo Sassone

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Gabriel Clausi

Author

Eduardo Arolas

Composer

1959/10/2

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Florindo Sassone
Florindo Sassone

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Rawson recorded by other Orchestras

Rawson recorded by other Orchestras

1959/10/2 – Adios muchachos – Florindo Sassone
1959/9/30 – El pato de la Z – Hector Varela
1959/9/30 – Se mira y no se toca – Hector Varela
1959/9/29 – Retintin – Florindo Sassone
1959/9/29 – Rodriguez Pena – Florindo Sassone
Rawson – 1936/9/3 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
Rawson – 1947/8/8 – Juan D-Arienzo – Instrumental
Rawson – 1928/2/28 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
Rawson – 1959/10/2 – Florindo Sassone – Instrumental

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 of my life,
it was the reason, and I sang it
in the evenings of my neighborhood,
it was a flash that intoxicated.

It was a memory, it was nostalgia,
they were braids, dark eyes,
it was a corner, it was that kiss
that my mouth stole from you.

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

Because the love of what was
a sweet dream broke,
and it was the moon the enchantress,
and the idyll 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

“Rawson” emerges as a poignant narrative of personal memories and deep-seated nostalgia. The lyrics unfold an evocative recount of youth, highlighting cherished moments and the ephemeral nature of first love. The speaker reminisces about a neighborhood that holds significant sentimental value, painting a vivid picture of the past experiences and emotions that have shaped his life. These reflections are anchored in specific local imagery, such as street corners and shared kisses, enhancing the feeling of a deeply personal story.



Symbolism of Rawson

The tango, steeped in nostalgia and the bitter-sweetness of memory, uses various symbols to convey emotion. The corners and streets symbolize life’s journey, marking significant encounters and farewells. Major phrases like “fue un destello que embriagó” (it was a flash that intoxicated) symbolize fleeting moments of joy and clarity in life. Additionally, the repeated references to moonlight as a “hechicera” (enchantress) suggest a sense of magic and illusion in love, hinting at its transient, illusory nature, which ultimately “terminó” (ended) the idyll.



Rawson in Historic Context

“Rawson” was created in 1959, a period after the golden age of Argentine Tango but still rich in the cultural tapestry of Argentina. This era was marked by significant political and social changes that could influence the themes of longing and loss in tango music. The historical backdrop could therefore reflect the sentiments of change and nostalgia, offering a lens through which the old times are remembered fondly, amidst the rapid modernization and shifts in societal norms.



Gabriel Clausi

Gabriel Clausi, known affectionately as “El Chula,” was an accomplished bandoneon player and a notable figure in the Argentine tango scene.