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Tierra querida is a Tango written by Luis Diaz and composed by Julio De Caro.
The song “Tierra querida” eloquently expresses a deep longing and affection for the author’s homeland, delineated through memories of love, idealism, and familial tenderness. The lyrics commence by the singer expressing an inability to imagine life without the profound emotional experiences tied to their homeland. Subsequently, the narrative highlights the fertile and unparalleled beauty of the land that is rich in love, glorious women, and radiant nature—elements that contribute profoundly to the author’s sense of identity and happiness. The core sentiment revolves around the nostalgia and loss felt upon separation from this cherished native soil and the emotional anchor it provides.
The lyric “Tierra querida” translates to “Beloved Land” in English, symbolically representing the speaker’s homeland. Phrases like “el rubí de tus auroras” (the ruby of your dawns) and “¡Tu cielo puro y tu sol!” (Your pure sky and your sun!) use vivid, colorful imagery to evoke a sense of pride and deep emotional connection to the native landscape. The repeated use of possessive pronouns highlights a personal and intimate relationship with the land. The song’s reference to the light of freedom shining from the sun symbolizes hope, prosperity, and the inherent beauty of the homeland which imparts a sense of liberty and spiritual nourishment to its people.
“Tierra querida” was penned and recorded in Argentina on January 19, 1945, a time marked by significant political and social transitions not only in Argentina but globally, as World War II was approaching its end. This context influences the evocative emotional tone of the music and lyrics, reflecting a collective yearning for peace, stability, and a reaffirmation of national identity and personal roots. The tango, a dance inherently woven into the fabric of Argentine culture, serves as a powerful conduit for expressing complex sentiments during times of upheaval and change.
Luis Diaz was an esteemed lyricist in the Argentine tango scene, known for his profound and evocative compositions that resonate deeply with themes of love, homeland, and personal introspection.