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Tierrita

Tierrita is a Tango written by Agustín Bardi and recorded by Juan D’Arienzo in 1941. The Tango Tierrita is written by Agustín Bardi, Juan D’Arienzo has recorded Tierrita with the singer Héctor Mauré.
“Tierrita,” meaning “Little Earth” in English, evokes a sense of intimate connection to the land. This piece, perhaps a tango, captures the essence of our roots and humble origins, guiding listeners through a dance of nostalgia and longing. It whispers of life’s simple pleasures, grounding us in the warmth and familiarity of home.

Tango

Style

Juan D'Arienzo

Orchestra

Héctor Mauré

Singer

Jesús Fernández Blanco

Author

Agustín Bardi

Composer

1941/6/9

Date

Héctor Mauré
Héctor Mauré
Juan D'Arienzo
Juan D’Arienzo

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Tierrita recorded by other Orchestras

Tierrita recorded by other Orchestras

1941/6/9 – Adios querida – Juan D-Arienzo
1941/6/9 – La gayola – Enrique Rodriguez
1941/6/9 – Por mis trabucos – Enrique Rodriguez
1941/6/11 – A oscuras – Edgardo Donato
1941/6/11 – Organillero – Edgardo Donato
Tierrita – 1941/6/9 – Juan D-Arienzo – Hector Maure
Tierrita – 1937/6/23 – Ricardo Tanturi – Instrumental
Tierrita – 1934/9/14 – Edgardo Donato – Instrumental
Tierrita – 1963/8/22 – Florindo Sassone – Instrumental
Tierrita – 1970/6/17 – Enrique Francini – Instrumental
Tierrita – 1948/5/12 – Alfredo Gobbi – Hector Maciel
Tierrita – 1932/2/4 – Orquesta Tipica Victor – Instrumental

Lyrics Translation of the Tango Tierrita

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

Letra del Tango Tierrita

Es mejor que nos marchemos
Cada cual por su camino,
Así lo manda el destino
Porque ya no nos queremos.
¡Es mejor que confesemos
la derrota de este amor!

No supiste dar valor
A mi querer sincero y hondo,
Y aunque tarde, correspondo
Como vos has merecido.
Hace tiempo he comprendido
La comedia que fingías,
Cada vez que me decías
Que era yo tu adoración…

Para qué seguir mintiendo
Andá y buscate, m´hijita,
Quien te saque la tierrita
Que tenés en la cabeza.
Por delirios de grandeza
Ya no tenés ilusiones,
Y en ese mar de ambiciones
Naufragó tu corazón…

Al mirarte mal rumbiada
Más que nunca te quería,
Por ver si al fin conseguía
Evitarte la rodada.
¡Pero no he logrado nada
y el amor no existe más!

English lyrics of the Tango "Tierrita"

It’s better that we part
Each one on their own way,
Destiny demands it so
Because we don’t love anymore.
It’s better we confess
The defeat of this love!

You didn’t know the worth
Of my sincere and deep affection,
And though it’s late, I respond
As you have deserved.
I’ve understood for a while
The act you were putting on,
Every time you would tell me
That I was your adoration…

Why keep on lying?
Go and find, my dear one,
Someone who’ll clear the nonsense
That fills your head.
For delusions of grandeur,
You’ve lost all illusions,
And in that sea of ambitions,
Your heart was wrecked…

Watching you go astray,
I loved you even more,
To see if in the end I could
Save you from the fall.
But I’ve achieved nothing
And love exists no more!

Tierrita by Agustín Bardi

Tierrita is a Tango written by and composed by Agustín Bardi.

Story behind the Tango Tierrita

Tierrita unfolds as a poignant tale of love, disillusionment, and the inevitability of parting ways. The narrator suggests that it’s time for both parties to go their separate ways, acknowledging a destiny that has dictated their lack of love. The narrative reveals a deeply personal journey, marked by accusations of insincerity and a longing for authenticity in relationships. The protagonist realizes the facade that was maintained in their relationship, indicated by false adorations and unmet expectations.

Symbolism of Tierrita

The title “Tierrita” literally means “little earth” or “dirt,” symbolizing small but significant illusions or naiveties that cloud one’s judgment or heart. Phrases such as “quien te saque la tierrita que tenés en la cabeza” denote the presence of misguided thoughts or grandeur that inhibit genuine connection. This expression of being entangled in illusions asserts the theme of seeking truth and discarding false airs. The “comedia que fingías” symbolizes the act of pretending love, indicating the superficiality and masquerade often present in failing relationships, while “naufragó tu corazón” (your heart sank in a sea of ambitions) further emphasizes how aspirations and disillusionment can lead to emotional destruction.

Tierrita in historic Context

The tango was composed in 1941 in Buenos Aires, Argentina, a time and place where tango music embodied the emotional depth and societal undercurrents of the era. The tango often voiced the struggles of love, heartbreak, and urban life among the porteños (residents of Buenos Aires). In a period where Argentina was experiencing social and political changes, themes of lost love and disillusionment resonated strongly with its audience, reflecting a broader sense of uncertainty and shifting values in society.

Discussion of “Tierrita’s” Author

Agustín Bardi was an influential figure in the golden age of tango. His compositions are celebrated for their melodic beauty and depth, contributing significantly to the development of tango as a musical genre known for encapsulating the intricate emotions of daily life and personal relationships.