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Triste comedia

Triste comedia is a Tango written by Héctor Stamponi and recorded by José Basso in 1949. The Tango Triste comedia is written by Héctor Stamponi, José Basso has recorded Triste comedia with the singer Francisco Fiorentino.
“Triste comedia,” meaning “Sad Comedy” in English, evokes a poignant dance between laughter and tears. In its haunting melody and melancholic rhythm, the piece captures life’s paradoxes, where joy masks sorrow and smiles conceal heartache. The music is a reflection of the bittersweet moments that define our existence, weaving a narrative of beauty amidst complexity.

Tango

Style

José Basso

Orchestra

Francisco Fiorentino

Singer

Oscar Rubens

Author

Héctor Stamponi

Composer

1949/11/25

Date

Francisco Fiorentino
Francisco Fiorentino
José Basso
José Basso

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Triste comedia recorded by other Orchestras

Triste comedia recorded by other Orchestras

1949/11/25 – Patotero sentimental – Jose Basso
1949/11/25 – La milonga de mi amor – Domingo Federico
1949/11/25 – Puente Alsina – Domingo Federico
1949/11/24 – Rey de triunfo (As de bastos) – Juan D-Arienzo
1949/11/24 – Yuyo brujo – Juan D-Arienzo
Triste comedia – 1955/11/4 – Rodolfo Biagi – Hugo Duval
Triste comedia – 1949/11/25 – Jose Basso – Francisco Fiorentino

Lyrics Translation of the Tango Triste comedia

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

Letra del Tango Triste comedia

Cuando anoche yo la vi con otro
fue tan enorme mi sufrimiento,
que no supe lo que hacer,
llorar o comprender,
que acaso nunca me has querido.
Ocultándome, doblé la esquina,
y en mi tristeza pensé en locuras.
Sólo ansiaba nuevamente verla
y gritarle mi rencor
por su traición.

Y hoy, que la tengo en mis brazos
besándome como siempre,
al ver que miente otra vez
que miente como ayer, callé.
Es que no puedo, ¡la quiero!
Y, aunque me engañe, prefiero
seguir viviendo esta comedia
ante el miedo de perderla y enloquecer.

Y sentí que el corazón lloraba,
avergonzado de ser tan flojo.
Y sentí dentro de mí
deseos de partir
y ahogar mi voz que fue cobarde.
Pero nada al corazón detiene,
cuando se quiere como la quiero.
Y las ansias de gritar
quedaba en mi garganta sin brotar
ante el amor.

English lyrics of the Tango "Triste comedia"

When last night I saw her with another
my suffering was so immense,
I didn’t know what to do,
whether to cry or understand
that perhaps you never loved me.
Hiding, I turned the corner,
and in my sadness, I thought of madness.
I only longed to see her again
and shout my resentment
for her betrayal.

And today, as I hold her in my arms
kissing me as always,
seeing that she lies again
that she lies like yesterday, I stayed silent.
It’s that I can’t, I love her!
And, even though she deceives me, I prefer
to continue living this comedy
fearing losing her and going mad.

And I felt that my heart was crying,
ashamed of being so weak.
And I felt inside me
a desire to leave
and drown my voice that was cowardly.
But nothing stops the heart,
when you love as I love her.
And the longing to shout
remained in my throat unexpressed
before love.

Triste comedia by Oscar Rubens

Triste comedia is a Tango written by Oscar Rubens and composed by Héctor Stamponi.



Story behind the Tango Triste comedia

The tango “Triste comedia” (translated as “Sad Comedy”) captures the poignant contrast between the protagonist’s romantic betrayal and his unyielding affection. When he sees his lover with another, his immense suffering is palpable, yet his actions are curtailed by his deep love. The narrative unfolds a struggle between heartbreak and the desperation to maintain a semblance of the relationship, even if it is steeped in deceit. This internal conflict highlights the tragic irony where the protagonist consciously decides to live in this painful pretense, choosing a familiar lie over the devastating void that honesty might bring.



Symbolism of Triste comedia

In “Triste comedia,” the very title itself symbolizes the unfolding events within the tango. The duality of sadness (triste) intertwined with the deceptive nature of a comedy (comedia) speaks to the layered emotions experienced by the protagonist. The cowering heart, shamed by its own weakness, portrays the vulnerability in love. Moreover, the reference to silence and an unspoken truth that remains “stuck in the throat” symbolizes the suppression of one’s emotions and desires in the face of romantic disillusionment. His choice to stay silent, to avoid losing her, encapsulates the central emotional conflict, imbued with both love and deception.



Triste comedia in historic Context

Created in 1949, “Triste comedia,” mirrors post-war Argentina’s societal norms of passion, honor, and the complexities of romantic relationships. A time marked by the emergence from global conflict and a slow progression towards modern views on relationships and individual rights, the tango reflects personal and societal conflicts. This era’s impact is evident in the emotional authenticity and dramatic expression, a hallmark of tango that reflects Argentine cultural identity.



Oscar Rubens

Oscar Rubens, known for his poignant lyrics in the realm of tango, often explored themes of love, betrayal, and the human condition.