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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.
Secreto is a Tango written and composed by Enrique Santos Discepolo.
“Secreto” paints a haunting portrayal of personal turmoil and emotional conflict. The narrator reveals his catastrophic obsession with a forbidden love, described metaphorically as a ‘demon doll’, and ‘punishment from God’. This dangerous attachment has wreaked havoc on his previously serene and devout life, transforming it into a chaotic mess of issues that taints his honor and clogs his veins with distress. Through its lyrics, the Tango delves into themes of betrayal, moral decay, and the overwhelming power of an illicit passion that leads to self-destruction.
The pervasive use of storm imagery, like “Ventarrón” (storm or gale), symbolizes the destructive power of the narrator’s feelings, which uproot his life’s stability and values. ‘Muñeca maldita’, or cursed doll, reflects the unnatural, menacing grip the woman has over him—inhuman and cursed, reflecting the narrator’s view of his own debasement. The mention of “silk of your skin” symbolizes the seduction creeping upon him, inevitably leading him towards his ruin, further underlining the inescapable nature of his plight.
Written and recorded during the early 1930s in Argentina, “Secreto” emerged during a tumultuous period marked by political instability and economic hardship. This historical backdrop may have inspired the intense emotional conflicts and themes of personal ruin within the Tango. During this era, Tangos often reflected deep social anxieties, personal dramas, and a longing for past stability—mirroring the turmoil and discontent prevalent among the populace. The mention of ‘luxury’ versus his children’s bread suggests a societal critique of material excess versus familial obligations.
Enrique Santos Discepolo was an influential Argentine Tango composer, musician, and playwright. Best known for his deeply reflective and often critical lyrics that discuss existential and societal issues.