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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.
Tendrás que llorar is a Tango written by Cristino Tapia and composed by Cristino Tapia.
The lyrics of “Tendrás que llorar” encapsulate the feelings of betrayal and the eventual healing from a relationship where the love was one-sided. The speaker reflects on their past naivety and the insincerity of their partner’s affections. As the song progresses, it shifts from a recount of past pain to a forward-looking perspective, suggesting a kind of poetic justice where the former lover will experience the same agony.
In “Tendrás que llorar,” the heartache depicted through the expressive language serves as a central motif for exploring broader themes of love, betrayal, and consequence. Phrases like “Tu crueldad ha igualado también a lo grande que fue mi dolor” (Your cruelty has matched how great my pain was) emphasize the depth of feeling and the harshness of the betrayal. The repeated pivotal phrase, “en vez de reír, tendrás que llorar” (instead of laughing, you will have to cry), symbolizes the karmic reversal of emotions that the speaker foresees for their former lover. This phrase punctuates the text both as a warning and a prophecy, showcasing the cyclical nature of emotions within human relationships.
The Vals “Tendrás que llorar,” recorded in 1946, emerged in a post-World War II Argentina, a period marked by social and political transformation. The nation was on the cusp of entering a new era under Juan Domingo Perón, which would bring about significant cultural shifts. The song likely resonated with many who experienced loss and the hope for new beginnings during these uncertain times. Its emotional narrative could be seen as reflecting the collective emotional state of a society yearning for healing and justice.
Cristino Tapia was an influential figure in the Tango music scene, known for both his lyrical and musical compositions.