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Toda mi vida

Toda mi vida is a Tango written by Aníbal Troilo and recorded by Armando Pontier in 1960. The Tango Toda mi vida is written by Aníbal Troilo, Armando Pontier has recorded Toda mi vida with the singer Julio Sosa.
“Toda mi vida” means “All My Life” in English. This evocative title captures the essence of enduring devotion and the timeless journey of love, where every note seems to weave together moments of passion and nostalgia. As the music unfolds, it tells a story of unyielding commitment, resonating with hearts that have loved deeply through all the years.

Tango

Style

Armando Pontier

Orchestra

Julio Sosa

Singer

José María Contursi

Author

Aníbal Troilo

Composer

1960/7/1

Date

Julio Sosa
Julio Sosa
Armando Pontier
Armando Pontier

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Toda mi vida recorded by other Orchestras

Toda mi vida recorded by other Orchestras

1960/7/1 – Corazon no le hagas caso – Armando Pontier
1960/6/30 – Ruisenor de Puente Alsina – Alfredo De Angelis
1960/6/30 – Y olvida corazon – Alfredo De Angelis
1960/6/29 – Estrella – Juan D-Arienzo
1960/6/29 – Se que te voy a llorar – Juan D-Arienzo
Toda mi vida – 1941/3/4 – Anibal Troilo – Francisco Fiorentino
Toda mi vida – 1984/10/16 – Osvaldo Pugliese – Instrumental
Toda mi vida – 1985/12/26 – Osvaldo Pugliese – Instrumental
Toda mi vida – 1960/7/1 – Armando Pontier – Julio Sosa

Lyrics Translation of the Tango Toda mi vida

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

Letra del Tango Toda mi vida

Hoy, después de tanto tiempo

de no verte, de no hablarte,

ya cansado de buscarte

siempre, siempre,

siento que me voy muriendo

por tu olvido, lentamente,

y en el frío de mi frente

tus besos no dejarás.



Sé que mucho me has querido

tanto, tanto como yo;

pero, en cambio, yo he sufrido

mucho, mucho más que vos.

No sé porque te perdí,

tampoco sé cuándo fue,

pero a tu lado dejé

toda mi vida,

y hoy que estás lejos de mí

y has conseguido olvidar,

soy un pasaje de tu vida, nada más.



¡Es tan poco lo que falta

para irme con la muerte!

Ya mis ojos no han de verte

nunca, nunca.



Y si un día, por mi culpa,

una lágrima vertiste,

porque tanto me quisiste

sé que me perdonarás.

English lyrics of the Tango "Toda mi vida"

Today, after such a long time

of not seeing you, not speaking to you,

tired of always searching for you,

I feel that I am slowly dying

because of your forgetfulness,

and on the coldness of my forehead

your kisses will not remain.

I know you loved me so much

as much as I did;

but, on the other hand, I have suffered

much more than you.

I don’t know why I lost you,

nor do I know when it happened,

but beside you, I left

all my life,
and now that you’re far from me
and have managed to forget,
I’m just a chapter of your life, nothing more.

It’s so little that remains

for me to go with death!

My eyes will no longer see you

ever, ever.

And if one day, because of my fault,

you shed a tear,

since you loved me so much

I know you will forgive me.

Toda mi vida by José María Contursi

Toda mi vida is a Tango written by José María Contursi and composed by Aníbal Troilo.



Story behind the Tango Toda mi vida

“Toda mi vida” which translates to “All My Life” in English, is a heartfelt expression of enduring love and profound loss. In the lyrics, the narrator speaks directly to a long-lost beloved, recounting the pain of separation and the deep scars left by the absence. The use of phrases like “ya cansado de buscarte siempre, siempre” and “siento que me voy muriendo por tu olvido, lentamente,” depict a languishing soul slowly diminishing in the cold emptiness left by forgotten love. This poignant yearning and acknowledgment of irreversible loss paint a vivid picture of unrequited love that resonates deeply with the emotional essence of Tango.



Symbolism of Toda mi vida

The song’s symbolism vividly captures the essence of longing and resignation. The recurring mention of lifetime, “toda mi vida,” symbolizes the overwhelming sense of permanence, a commitment that outlives the relationship itself. Another potent symbol is the death imagery in “Es tan poco lo que falta para irme con la muerte,” which starkly highlights the narrator’s despair, suggesting that life without their beloved is akin to a living death. These expressions intensify the tragic beauty of the song, making the emotional experience both universal and intimate.



Toda mi vida in historic Context

The tango was recorded in the early 1960s, a period marked by social and cultural changes in Argentina. The year 1960 found Argentina amidst economic struggles and political unrest. In such times, Tango often served as an emotional outlet and a form of escapism for the common people. The themes of loss, nostalgia, and personal turmoil within “Toda mi vida” speak directly to a collective sentiment of melancholia that could be felt throughout the nation, providing a voice to the personal and societal hardships faced by many during this era.



José María Contursi

José María Contursi was a renowned Argentine lyricist known for his profound and emotive lyrics in the Tango genre. His works often explored themes of love, loss, and longing, making significant contributions to the cultural fabric of Argentina.