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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.
Rosita la Santiagueña is a Tango written by Héctor Marcó and composed by Héctor Marcó.
This tango tells the tale of Rosita, a woman from Santiago del Estero, Argentina. The lyrics depict Rosita as a wild rose, painting a portrait of a deeply passionate and vibrant woman, evoking strong emotions of love and longing. The mention of “lomas coloradas” suggests a poignant search for love, possibly unrequited or lost, through the colorful hills.
The song utilizes vivid imagery and symbols to express deep emotions. Rosita is likened to a “vellón de rosa silvestre” (fleece of wild rose), symbolizing natural beauty and unrefined grace. Her “boca encendida” (lit mouth) emphasizes passion, while her “ojos celestes” (blue eyes) may symbolize an almost heavenly, unreachable love. “Forjó un amor en su almohada” (forged a love in her pillow) hints at a dreamy, perhaps one-sided love affair that thrives only in dreams. The geographical references, such as the “puente del río Dulce” and “Río Hondo”, anchor the tale in real locations, adding authenticity and depth to the emotional landscape of the song.
Composed in 1944, in a period when Argentina was marked by political change and cultural growth, “Rosita la Santiagueña” captures a snapshot of regional pride and the romanticism typical of the era’s tango music. Santiago del Estero, with its rich folklore and musical heritage that mixes indigenous and Spanish influences, is reflected here. The historical context may also reflect a nostalgic longing for simplicity and purity in an increasingly complex world.
Héctor Marcó was a prominent figure in Argentine tango, known not only for his compositions but also for capturing the essence of Argentine cultural and emotional landscapes.