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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.
Tabaco is a Tango written by José María Contursi and composed by Armando Pontier.
Tabaco tells a story of emotional regret and inner turmoil through the lens of an evocative monologue. The lyrics depict a person agonizing over their past actions that caused pain to a loved one. The voice of the loved one emerges from the shadows, perhaps as a memory or a ghost, highlighting the theme of haunting regret. This theme is intensified by descriptions of physical reactions to the emotional pain, such as closed eyes and a heart torn by the inability to forgive oneself for the harm done.
The tango employs several strong symbols to convey deep emotional context. The smoke from the tobacco, around which the tango is named, symbolizes the ephemeral and intangible nature of memories and past experiences. As the smoke takes the form and scent of the lost beloved, it illustrates how the past continues to influence the present. The contrast between tangible smoke and intangible memories enriches the emotional texture of the song. Additionally, the recurring phrases “my eyes remain closed” and “torn heart” symbolize an internal blockade against facing reality and the emotional destruction felt by the singer.
Written in 1963 in Argentina, a time characterized by deep political and social changes, “Tabaco” resonates with themes of personal regret against a backdrop of wider societal unrest. The tango, a dance linked closely with expressions of loss and nostalgia, serves as a medium for conveying intense personal emotions such as regret and sorrow, often reflecting broader sentiments of the society.
José María Contursi was a prominent figure in the world of Tango, known for his poignant and emotive lyrics.