Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ

Rencor

Rencor is a Tango written by Charlo and recorded by Florindo Sassone in 1949. The Tango Rencor is written by Charlo, Florindo Sassone has recorded Rencor with the singer Jorge Casal.
“Rencor,” or “Rancor” in English, is the raw, unrelenting emotion that dances between longing and bitterness. It captures the essence of a heart grappling with betrayal, where each note of the tango pierces like a forgotten promise. The melody weaves a tapestry of lingering sorrow, transforming pain into an elegant yet haunting embrace.

Tango

Style

Florindo Sassone

Orchestra

Jorge Casal

Singer

Luis César Amadori

Author

Charlo

Composer

1949/1/25

Date

 Jorge Casal
Jorge Casal
Florindo Sassone
Florindo Sassone

Discover Other Orchestras

Recommended

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.

Lyrics Translation of the Tango Rencor

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

Letra del Tango Rencor

Rencor, mi viejo rencor,

dejáme olvidar

la cobarde traición.

¡No ves que no puedo más,

que ya me he secao

de tanto llorar!

Dejá que viva otra vez

y olvide el dolor

que ayer me cacheteó…

Rencor, yo quiero volver

a ser lo que fui…

Yo quiero vivir…



Este odio maldito

que llevo en las venas

me amarga la vida

como una condena.

El mal que me han hecho

es herida abierta

que me inunda el pecho

de rabia y de hiel.

La odian mis ojos

porque la miraron.

Mis labios la odian

porque la besaron.

La odio con toda

la fuerza de mi alma

y es tan fuerte mi odio

como fue mi amor.



Rencor, mi viejo rencor,

no quiero sufrir

esta pena sin fin…

Si ya me has muerto una vez

¿por qué llevaré

la muerte en mi ser?

Ya sé que no tiene perdón…

Ya sé que fue vil

y fue cruel su traición…

Por eso, viejo rencor,

dejáme vivir

por lo que sufrí.



Dios quiera que un día

la encuentre en la vida

llorando vencida

su triste pasado

pa’ escupirle encima

todo este desprecio

que babea mi vida

de amargo rencor.

La odio por el daño

de mi amor deshecho

y por una duda

que me escarba el pecho.

No repitas nunca

lo que vi’ a decirte:

rencor, tengo miedo

de que seas amor.

English lyrics of the Tango "Rencor"

Bitterness, my old bitterness,
let me forget
the cowardly betrayal.
Can’t you see I can no longer endure,
that I’ve dried up
from so much crying?
Let me live again
and forget the pain
that struck me yesterday…
Bitterness, I want to go back
to being what I was…
I want to live…

This cursed hatred
that runs through my veins
bitters my life
like a sentence.
The harm they’ve done to me
is an open wound
that floods my chest
with rage and bile.
My eyes hate her
because they looked at her.
My lips hate her
because they kissed her.
I hate her with all
the strength of my soul
and my hatred is as strong
as my love once was.

Bitterness, my old bitterness,
I don’t want to suffer
this endless sorrow…
If you’ve already killed me once,
why should I carry
death within me?
I know there’s no forgiveness…
I know her betrayal was vile
and cruel…
Because of that, old bitterness,
let me live
for what I’ve suffered.

God willing, one day
I’ll find her in life
defeated, crying
over her sad past
just to spit on her
all this disdain
that slobbers my life
with bitter bitterness.
I hate her for the damage
to my shattered love
and because of a doubt
that gnaws at my chest.
Never repeat
what I’m going to tell you:
bitterness, I’m afraid
that you are love.

Rencor by Luis César Amadori

Rencor is a Tango written by Luis César Amadori and composed by Charlo.


Story behind the Tango Rencor

The tango “Rencor” (translated as “Resentment” or “Bitterness” in English) is a deeply emotional piece that explores themes of betrayal, heartbreak, and the struggle to overcome lingering animosity. The lyrics narrate the internal conflict of an individual who has been deeply wounded by a loved one’s deceit. This pain is personified as “Rencor,” indicating how the resentment has taken a palpable, almost human form in the sufferer’s life. The protagonist pleads with his resentment to let him move beyond his grief and live again, reflecting a desire to heal and return to the person he once was before the betrayal.


Symbolism of Rencor

The language used in “Rencor” is rich with symbolism that enhances its emotional depth. Phrases like “ya me he secao de tanto llorar” (I have dried up from so much crying) and “dejáme vivir por lo que sufrí” (let me live for what I suffered) convey the profound impact of the betrayal. The consistent personification of resentment as an entity that can be communicated with, intensifies the internal struggle faced by the narrator. The repeated use of “rencor” symbolizes a pervasive and enduring feeling that the protagonist is battling to overcome. The venom and pain communicated through the lyrics are a testament to the power that emotions hold over individuals, capable of transforming love into hatred.


Rencor in historical Context

“Rencor” was composed in 1949, a period marked by social and political transitions in Argentina. During this era, Tango music often reflected the emotional struggles and societal issues facing the Argentine population. The expression of deep personal feelings through Tango connected with listeners, providing a means of emotional release and resonance. The year of its composition suggests that “Rencor” may have echoed the collective feelings of loss and disillusionment experienced by many during this turbulent period, encapsulating a broader sentiment of nostalgia and mourning for better times.


Luis César Amadori

Luis César Amadori was a prominent Argentine director, screenwriter, and lyricist known for his contributions to the film and music industry in Argentina.