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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 tiran conmigo is a Tango written by Luis Díaz [h] and composed by Ángel Díaz.
“Se tiran conmigo,” which translates to “They throw themselves at me” or “They are against me,” dives deep into a narrative of misfortune and struggle. The lyrics paint the picture of a protagonist battered by bad luck in various aspects of his life, from gambling failures to financial destitution. The phrase “se entreveró con un gil” suggests an initial mix-up or conflict with an undesirable individual, setting the stage for a series of misadventures. The narrative intensifies with the misfortune at the horse races, highlighting personal despair tied closely with popular cultural elements like betting on famous jockeys such as Leguisamo and Quinteros.
The lyrics use vivid symbolism to portray despair and frustration. The “viola querida,” symbolizing a beloved guitar, suggests creative or personal silence as it can no longer produce music, reflecting the protagonist’s feelings of hopelessness. The imagery of closed doors and clamped lights conveys a life plunged into darkness, cutting off comfort and possibilities. Particularly poignant is the protagonist’s depiction of everyday interactions, such as receiving cigarettes underhandedly at a kiosk, which also cease, symbolizing a loss of community and small reprieves in life.
Written and recorded in 1967 in Argentina, a period marked by social and political unrest, “Se tiran conmigo” mirrors a common man’s narrative amidst the turmoil. This historical context enriches the tango’s emphasis on personal misfortunes intertwined with broader societal instability. The disillusionment echoed in the lyrics could be reflecting generalized societal despair, typical of periods overshadowed by political unpredictability and economic hardship. The reference to specific elements such as local jockeys and the informal economy (cigarette exchanges) plants the song firmly in the Argentine cultural landscape of the time.
Luis Díaz [h] was an Argentine tango lyricist whose works often conveyed deep emotional narratives set against the cultural backdrop of Argentina.