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Tierrita

Tierrita is a Tango written by Agustín Bardi and recorded by Florindo Sassone in 1963. Florindo Sassone has recorded Tierrita as an instrumental Tango.
“Tierrita,” translating to “Little Earth” in English, is a musical ode to the soil beneath our feet and the roots that bind us. It captures the essence of nostalgia and longing, evoking images of dusty roads and cherished homelands. The melody, whether whispered in strings or sung in heartfelt tones, speaks of a deep connection to the land and its stories.

Tango

Style

Florindo Sassone

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Jesús Fernández Blanco

Author

Agustín Bardi

Composer

1963/8/22

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Florindo Sassone
Florindo Sassone

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Quinteto Real (Horacio Salgán) – Loca de amor (La loca de amor) – 1964/1/1
Quinteto Real (Horacio Salgán) – Julián – 1960/1/1
Osmar Maderna – Plomo – 1947/5/30
Osmar Maderna – Rincones de París – 1947/12/16
Osmar Maderna – Malva – 1946/6/19
Osmar Maderna – La huella – 1950/11/8
Osmar Maderna – Se perdió el amor – 1947/9/18
Astor Piazzolla – Berretín – 1961/1/1
Astor Piazzolla – Orgullo criollo – 1946/10/7
Astor Piazzolla – Chiqué – 1950/1/1
Astor Piazzolla – Todo corazón – 1948/12/14
Astor Piazzolla – Color de rosa – 1945/11/23
Osvaldo Fresedo – Saturnia – 1927/9/7
Osvaldo Fresedo – Nidito azul – 1940/10/3
Osvaldo Fresedo – Arrabalero – 1959/1/28
Osvaldo Fresedo – Agua mansa – 1927/8/17
Osvaldo Fresedo – Sombra de humo – 1951/11/21

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Tierrita recorded by other Orchestras

Tierrita recorded by other Orchestras

1963/8/22 – Errante vagabundo – Florindo Sassone
1963/8/26 – El panuelito – Juan D-Arienzo
1963/8/15 – Langosta – Juan D-Arienzo
1963/8/30 – Loco por ti – Alfredo De Angelis
1963/9/2 – Quejas de bandoneon – Juan D-Arienzo
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

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 if we just part ways,

Each going our separate roads,

As fate commands it so

Because we love each other no more.

It’s better to admit

the defeat of this love!

You failed to cherish

My deep and sincere affection,

And although it’s late, I reciprocate

As you have deserved.

Long ago, I understood

The charade you were playing,

Each time you told me

I was your adoration…

Why keep lying?

Go and find, my dear,

Someone to dust off

The nonsense in your head.

With your delusions of grandeur,

You’ve no dreams left,

And in that sea of ambitions,

Your heart has sunk…

Seeing you mislead,

More than ever I loved you,

Hoping to finally prevent

Your downfall.

But I’ve achieved nothing

and love exists no more!

Tierrita by Jesús Fernández Blanco

Tierrita is a Tango written by Jesús Fernández Blanco and composed by Agustín Bardi.



Story behind the Tango Tierrita

The tango “Tierrita” explores themes of disillusionment and the painful acknowledgment of a failed romance. The lyrics narrate the end of a relationship, expressing a mixture of resignation and subtle reproach. The speaker suggests that both parties should accept their separate paths as destiny has decreed that their love has ended. The direct dialogue exposes a deep emotional rift, where one partner has failed to appreciate the depth of the other’s feelings, leading to inevitable separation.



Symbolism of Tierrita

The symbolism in “Tierrita” is rich and subtly woven into everyday language. The title itself, “Tierrita,” meaning “little dirt” in English, symbolizes trivial distractions or misunderstandings that cloud one’s mind. This is highlighted in the lines where the protagonist suggests the other person clean the “tierrita” out of their head, indicating that their grand delusions and misplaced aspirations have led to a loss of genuine love and emotion. The repeated references to misdirection and folly symbolize a deeper sense of betrayal and a yearning for what could have been, had priorities and values been aligned.



Tierrita in Historic Context

“Tierrita” was recorded in 1963, a period rich in cultural and political changes in Argentina. This context resonates in the tango’s themes of disillusionment and lost ideals, mirroring the broader societal shifts and instability. During this era, Argentina faced significant social upheavals, and tango often served as a reflective medium for public sentiment, capturing the despair, hopes, and resilience of its people. Thus, the tango transcends personal loss and speaks to greater collective experiences of disillusionment and change.



Jesús Fernández Blanco

Jesús Fernández Blanco was an esteemed Argentine lyricist known for his poignant and evocative contributions to the tango genre.