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Tu corazón is a Tango written by Enrique Soriano and composed by Donato Racciatti.
The lyrics of “Tu corazón” poignantly depict a narrative of forbidden love and societal condemnation. The speaker addresses accusations and judgements made by others about their passion and decisions, yet continually returns to a single compelling justification – the irresistible pull of their partner’s heart. “Dicen que, tu pasión me alucina” (They say your passion bewilders me) and “¡si todo está en tu corazón!” (everything lies in your heart) underline the central role of the beloved’s heart in the narrative, signifying it as the beacon guiding the speaker’s actions and feelings despite external disapproval.
The heart is vividly symbolized as a powerful and autonomous force, dictating the course of love and overriding societal norms, rational thought, and even divine judgement. Phrases like “es el incendio, donde yo, quemé mi vida y mi ilusión” (it is the fire where I burned my life and hope), frame the heart as both a destructive and purifying force, engulfing the speaker in a transformative blaze of passion. This intense imagery reflects the depth of emotional upheaval and the irreversible nature of their devotion.
“Tu corazón” emerged in 1955 Argentina, a period marked by political instability and a society upholding conservative values, which often frowned upon expressions of passionate or unorthodox love. In this environment, Soriano’s tango could be seen as either a reflection of personal struggles against societal constraints or a broader metaphor for yearning for freedom in an oppressive context. The repeated emphasis on heart-driven decisions over societal or religious expectations might subtly echo the sentiment of resisting imposed norms.
Enrique Soriano was a prolific Argentine lyricist known for his deep and evocative tango lyrics that often explored themes of love, passion, and social commentary.