Fabrice Knecht Tango DJ
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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.
Tal vez será mi alcohol (Tal vez será su voz) is a tango written by Homero Manzi and composed by Lucio Demare.
The tango “Tal vez será mi alcohol (Tal vez será su voz)” evokes the haunting ambience of a dimly-lit dance hall, where the boundaries between memories and the present blur. The lyrics narrate a nostalgic and sorrowful tale, reflecting on a vivid memory of a woman, intertwined with the somber melodies of the bandoneon and violin. These elements collectively underscore a narrative of loss and the attempt to recapture the past through the haze of a memory, possibly influenced by alcohol.
Rich in symbolism, the lyrics use music and shadow as central motifs to depict memory and loss. The phantom shadows “arrinconadas,” or cornered in the dance floor, alongside references to legendary female figures in tango like Griseta, Malena, and María Ester, suggest a confluence of the past with the narrator’s personal memories. The recurring question, “Tal vez será su voz?” (“Could it be her voice?”) contrasts with the stark reality that it is just the phantoms of his intoxication, reflecting the blending of wishful thinking and harsh reality.
Recorded in 1943, during a time when Argentina was marked by political change and cultural richness, this tango reflects the introspective and melodic traditions that characterized the Golden Age of Tango. The mention of specific characters and settings likely resonates with an audience familiar with the deep-seated cultural roots and emotional depth of the tango scene. The use of the bandoneon in the arrangement emphasizes this connection to traditional tango, setting a backdrop of melancholy and introspection.
Homero Manzi was a prominent Argentine lyricist, recognized for his poignant and evocative portrayals of love and urban life in his tango compositions.