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Soy del 90

Soy del 90 is a Milonga written by Tito Ribero and recorded by Rodolfo Biagi in 1943. The Milonga Soy del 90 is written by Tito Ribero, Rodolfo Biagi has recorded Soy del 90 with the singer Carlos Acuña.
“Soy del 90,” or “I am from the 90s,” is a nostalgic echo of a bygone era. It captures the spirit and essence of a decade marked by vibrant change and cultural revolution. This piece is a melodic reflection on the past, painting a vivid picture of the passions, dreams, and stories that defined those formative years.

Milonga

Style

Rodolfo Biagi

Orchestra

Carlos Acuña

Singer

Carlos Waiss

Author

Tito Ribero

Composer

1943/7/8

Date

Carlos Acuña
Carlos Acuña
Rodolfo Biagi
Rodolfo Biagi

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Soy del 90 recorded by other Orchestras

Soy del 90 recorded by other Orchestras

1943/7/8 – Tres horas – Rodolfo Biagi
1943/7/13 – Vea vea – Juan D-Arienzo
1943/7/13 – Tango brujo – Juan D-Arienzo
1943/7/13 – Tabu – Juan D-Arienzo
1943/7/13 – El baile de los domingos – Lucio Demare
Soy del 90 – 1943/4/27 – Anibal Troilo – Francisco Fiorentino
Soy del 90 – 1943/5/6 – Lucio Demare – Raul Beron
Soy del 90 – 1943/7/8 – Rodolfo Biagi – Carlos Acuna
Soy del 90 – 1962/1/1 – Horacio Salgan – Edmundo Rivero

Lyrics Translation of the Milonga Soy del 90

This is the translation of the Milonga “Soy del 90” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Milonga “Soy del 90” have been done with AI.

Letra del Milonga Soy del 90

Soy de ese tiempo sincero,
cuando nadie mezquinaba
de tomar la caña brava
sobre un estaño esquinero.
Siempre si vi soy entero,
derecho, guapo, cordial.
Y soy tosco, franco y leal,
porque mi vida refleja,
un sabor de cosas viejas,
y el alma del arrabal.

Soy milonguero de ayer,
soy del noventa.
Pa’ que lo sepa señor,
tuve mis mentas.
Lindo tiempo para ver
las cosas que ahora se cuentan.
Soy milonguero de ley,
soy del ayer,
soy del noventa.

Soy del tiempo de los buenos,
soy humilde como cobre,
pa’ mi un rico vale un pobre.
Siempre y cuando vaya a menos
yo no conozco el veneno
del que vive pa’ enviadiar.
Y no sé qué es aflojar
cuando la suerte se aleja.
Yo soy de la guardia vieja,
pa’ lo que gusten mandar.

English lyrics of the Milonga "Soy del 90"

I’m from the time of truth,
when nobody would hesitate
to take the harsh cane liqueur
at a street-corner bar.
If you see me, I’m always genuine,
upright, brave, approachable.
And I am rough, honest, and loyal,
because my life reflects,
a taste of old things,
and the soul of the suburbs.

I am a milonguero from the past,
from the nineties.
So you know, sir,
I’ve had my moments.
A nice time to see
the things that are now talked about.
I am a milonguero by law,
from the past,
from the nineties.

I’m from the time of the good ones,
I’m as humble as copper,
for me a rich man equals a poor one.
As long as it goes downhill
I don’t know the poison
of living to envy.
And I don’t know what it is to give up
when luck departs.
I’m from the old guard,
at your service, whatever you ask.

Soy del 90 by Carlos Waiss

Soy del 90 is a Tango written by Carlos Waiss and composed by Tito Ribero.



Story behind the Tango Soy del 90

“Soy del 90” portrays a narrative deeply rooted in nostalgia and personal integrity, resonating a longing for the simpler, straightforward times of the past. Waiss brings to life an era characterized by straightforwardness and directness where individuals prized values like honesty and camaraderie over materialistic gains. The protagonist identifies himself as part of a bygone era, expressing pride in the timeless values he embodies, such as courage, honesty, and a strong communal spirit, that seem to contrast with the complexity or artifice of modern society.



Symbolism of Soy del 90

The tango is rich with symbolic elements that enhance the thematic undercurrents of tradition versus change. The phrase “Soy del 90” directly translates to “I am from the 90’s” which in this context refers to the 1890s, a period emblematic of old values and customs. Phrases like “tomo la caña brava sobre un estaño esquinero” (take the harsh cane on a corner tin) symbolize the raw and unpretentious lifestyle. The repeated references to “guardia vieja” (old guard) and expressions of authenticity and enduring morale act as a homage to a cherished past that, according to the narrator, has lost prevalence in modern times.



Soy del 90 in historic Context

Released in 1943, “Soy del 90” arrives at a time when Argentina was undergoing significant transitions, both culturally and politically. The country struggled with the effects of the Great Depression and the rise of nationalism. The tango reflects a yearning for the perceived simplicity and honesty of the late 19th century, viewed through the lens of the 1940s. It becomes a reflective and somewhat critical commentary on contemporary society, subtly lamenting the decay of venerable customs and the erosion of a communal ethos, in the wake of a rapidly modernizing world.



Carlos Waiss

Carlos Waiss was an Argentine lyricist and poet, known for his contributions to the Tango genre, capturing the spirit and transformations of his time within his work.