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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.
Se apagó una estrella is a Tango written by Gerónimo Yorio and composed by Emilio Pellejero.
The lyrics of “Se apagó una estrella” delve into a profound sadness experienced in the face of loss. The speaker reflects on a profound personal tragedy, expressed through the imagery of night, hidden moons, and the setting of a star. This star, metaphorically, represents a beloved person whose life has ended, leaving a void filled with silence and tears.
Significant symbolism in the lyrics centers around cosmic and natural imagery. The phrase “La noche se vistió de silencio” sets a tone of somber quietude, suggesting that even the universe has paused in mourning. The falling star symbolizes the extinguished life of the loved one, a typically bright entity in the narrator’s sky that has suddenly dimmed. This imagery of a star falling into the sea adds a layer of irreversible finality, evoking feelings of something precious being lost forever in the vast, unreachable depths.
Created in Argentina in 1946, just after World War II, “Se apagó una estrella” may resonate with broader themes of loss and recovery. The era was marked by significant political and social changes worldwide, including Argentina. During this time, Tango often captured the public’s emotional pulse, dealing with themes of loss, nostalgia, and enduring amidst hardships. The mournful tone of this Tango likely echoed the collective grief and personal losses people experienced during those tumultuous years.
Gerónimo Yorio was a Tango lyricist known for encapsulating deep emotional experiences into his works, often reflecting the poignant human conditions through his thoughtful lyrics.