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These Tangos, Valses, and Milongas were recorded around the same time. Take a look to discover what else this orchestra—or others—may have recorded during the same week or even on the exact same day.
Tu intimo secreto is a Tango written by Héctor Marcó and composed by Graciano Gómez.
The lyrics of “Tu intimo secreto” revolve around the theme of guarded secrets in a relationship, the fragility of happiness, and the cautious steps one needs to take to preserve it. The repeated metaphor of “La dicha es un castillo con un puente de cristal” (Happiness is a castle with a bridge of glass) symbolizes happiness as something precious yet delicate, which can be easily shattered. The song conveys a message of handling relationships with care, especially guarding one’s intimate secrets, as these could be misunderstood or tarnished by others.
The use of vivid and fragile imagery, such as the glass bridge, highlights the sensitivity needed in personal relationships. The metaphor complements the instruction to tread lightly (“camina suavemente”), suggesting caution is needed to reach or maintain happiness. The lines “Ven, mira que hermosa está la luna” and the poetic plea to find solace in each other’s company under the beautiful moon, enhance the emotive quality of the tango, linking the vastness of the environment to the depth of personal emotion.
Recorded in 1945, post-World War II, Argentina was experiencing changes and a mix of traditional and modern influences that were reflected in its music. Tangos of this era often captured deep emotional narratives, wrestling with themes of love, loss, and human condition — reflective of the societal sentiments post-war. “Tu intimo secreto,” capturing personal and sensitive themes, could be seen as a reflection of the period’s introspective tendency.
Héctor Marcó was a prominent figure in the Argentine tango scene, known for his lyric writing that often delved deep into emotions and human experiences.