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Tengo un amigo

Tengo un amigo is a Tango written by Arturo Gallucci and recorded by Francini-Pontier in 1954. The Tango Tengo un amigo is written by Arturo Gallucci, Francini-Pontier has recorded Tengo un amigo with the singer Pablo Moreno.
“Tengo un amigo,” which translates to “I Have a Friend,” resonates like a heartfelt embrace in musical form. This piece captures the warmth of companionship, where every note is a shared story and each harmony echoes the trust between kindred spirits. With its melodic dance, it weaves the timeless tale of friendship’s enduring bond, resonating deep in our souls.

Tango

Style

Francini-Pontier

Orchestra

Pablo Moreno

Singer

Julio Camilloni

Author

Arturo Gallucci

Composer

1954/1/15

Date

Pablo Moreno
Pablo Moreno
Francini-Pontier
Francini-Pontier

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Tengo un amigo recorded by other Orchestras

Tengo un amigo recorded by other Orchestras

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1954/1/5 – Picaneao – Osvaldo Pugliese
1954/1/5 – Porque no te tengo mas – Osvaldo Pugliese
1954/1/4 – La cancion mas triste – Carlos di Sarli
1954/1/4 – Royal Pigall (Que has hecho de mi carino) – Carlos di Sarli
Tengo un amigo – 1954/3/17 – Carlos di Sarli – Mario Pomar
Tengo un amigo – 1954/1/15 – Francini-Pontier – Pablo Moreno

Lyrics Translation of the Tango Tengo un amigo

This is the translation of the Tango “Tengo un amigo” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Tango “Tengo un amigo” have been done with AI.

Letra del Tango Tengo un amigo

Tengo un amigo aún… lástima grande

que esté crucificado y mal herido,

que no puede evitar que se desangre

ni aliviar sus dolores infinitos.

Tengo un amigo aún… no estoy tan solo

y a salvo estoy de todos los olvidos;

él sabe que yo fui por mucho menos

traicionado como él y mal vendido.



Si la inútil infamia de la gente

me arma con una piedra en cada mano,

él me reprocha con sus ojos tristes,

él me desarma con sus ojos mansos

y si digo tan sólo una palabra

que pueda herir a un corazón hermano,

le sangra más que a mí la herida abierta

y llora más que yo porque hice daño.



Tengo un amigo aún… que me perdonen

aquellos que en la vida me han querido,

si a veces me convierto en solitario

y me voy por las calles del olvido.

Tengo un amigo aún… y lo repito

en medio que la calle que he elegido,

la de mi soledad, donde me espera

con sus brazos en cruz mi único amigo.

English lyrics of the Tango "Tengo un amigo"

I still have a friend… such a pity
that he is crucified and badly wounded,
unable to stop his bleeding
or ease his endless pain.

I still have a friend… I’m not so alone
and safe from all forgetfulness;
he knows that for much less
I too was betrayed and badly sold.

If people’s useless infamy
arms me with a stone in each hand,
he reproaches me with his sad eyes,
he disarms me with his gentle gaze
and if I utter just one word
that might hurt a fellow heart,
the open wound bleeds more in him than in me
and he cries more than I because I caused pain.

I still have a friend… may those
who have loved me in life forgive me,
if sometimes I turn solitary
and walk along the streets of oblivion.
I still have a friend… and I repeat it
in the midst of the street I have chosen,
the street of my solitude, where he waits
with arms spread, my only friend.

Tengo un amigo by Julio Camilloni

Tengo un amigo is a Tango written by Julio Camilloni and composed by Arturo Gallucci.



Story behind the Tango Tengo un amigo

“Tengo un amigo” translates to “I Have a Friend” in English. The lyrics express a deep and poignant reflection on friendship, betrayal, and solitude. The speaker talks about a friend who is suffering greatly, likened to being “crucified and badly wounded,” indicating profound distress and an inability to alleviate his pain. This friend represents a stalwart, constant presence, guarding the speaker from complete isolation and the shadows of being forgotten or ignored. It suggests a shared understanding of betrayal and suffering between the speaker and his friend, possibly alluding to a spiritual or deeply personal connection that transcends ordinary friendship.



Symbolism of Tengo un amigo

The use of crucifixion imagery infuses the lyrics with a sense of deep sacrifice and suffering, symbolizing not just physical pain but a betrayal of trust and spirit akin to that experienced by Jesus Christ. The “eyes” of the friend serve as powerful symbols as well: “sad eyes” and “gentle eyes” that disarm with compassion, reflecting non-violence and forgiveness in the face of aggression and misunderstanding. The very act of forgiveness and the quiet, enduring support of this friend is a heartrending reminder of the healing power of empathy and understanding in a world marked by cruelty and indifference.



Tengo un amigo in Historic Context

Recorded in 1954, a time Argentina was experiencing significant political and social changes, “Tengo un amigo” likely resonated with an audience familiar with turmoil and disillusionment. Post-World War II, the 1950s in Argentina were marked by political instability and economic challenges, conditions that might have inspired the themes of betrayal, societal judgment, and personal agony depicted in the song. The Tango, often a reflection of deeper cultural narratives, here serves as an emotional outlet and a poignant commentary on personal resilience and loyalty amidst broader societal chaos.



Julio Camilloni

Julio Camilloni was a noted Argentine writer and Tango lyricist, renowned for his contributions to the genre of tango music.