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Romántico bulincito is a Tango written by Enrique Dizeo and composed by Augusto Gentile.
The song “Romántico bulincito” illustrates a story of love and loss, anchored in the setting of a small, charming apartment, referred to as “bulincito,” which means “little romantic apartment” in English. The narrator reflects on the memories and the pain associated with the departure of a beloved woman, who shared both joy and sorrow with him in this intimate space. The lingering sentiments of love and anguish that once filled the space are palpable throughout the lyrics, presenting a deeply emotional reflection on personal loss.
The apartment (“bulincito”) in the tango symbolizes a haven of past love and happier times, now overshadowed by the shadow of loneliness and abandonment. The phrase “ya se esfumaron tus flores” metaphorically describes how the joy and beauty in the narrator’s life have faded away, much like flowers withering away. Furthermore, the furniture waiting in pain for joy’s return symbolizes unfinished business and the hope of reconciliation, despite the prevailing despair. The use of “catrera” (bed) as a place of fleeting respite and dreams reveals the depth of yearning for lost love.
Written in 1941 in Argentina, “Romántico bulincito” emerges during a turbulent time in world and local history, amidst World War II and local societal shifts. Tango during this period often mirrored deep emotions, societal reflections, and personal turmoil. Dizeo encapsulates a sense of individual loss amidst wider chaos, using personal heartbreak as a lens to view broader societal experiences. The yearning and loss in the tango could subtly resonate with the sense of dislocation felt by many during such unstable times.
Enrique Dizeo was an Argentine poet and lyricist known for his contributions to the Tango genre, creating deeply evocative and often melancholic lyrics.