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Un remordimiento is a Tango written by Reinaldo Yiso and composed by Francisco Rotundo.
“Un remordimiento” translates to “A Remorse” in English, and the lyrics reflect a profound sense of guilt and longing. The song conveys the emotions of a person tormented by the memory of a past love, whose voice constantly haunts them. This voice symbolizes the lingering pain of their mistakes, leading to a perpetual state of suffering that “kills without killing.” The lyrics poignantly express the character’s remorse for the pain caused, acknowledged too late after losing the loved one. The speaker expresses a desperate wish for forgiveness, indicating a deep recognition of the love and purity that was lost due to their actions.
The recurring motif of “your voice” symbolizes guilt and the incessant reminder of the speaker’s transgressions which now haunt him endlessly. Descriptions like “pierces like a thorn” and “wounds, hurts” emphasize the penetrating, relentless nature of this guilt. Metaphors such as “a vendaval of brambles and nettles” and a “rosary of grievances” powerfully depict the harshness and the severity of the speaker’s actions towards their lover. Towards the end, the imagery of the sun compares the enduring, unchanging nature of true love, highlighting what the speaker has taken for granted and now eternally misses.
The composition date of 1955 places “Un remordimiento” squarely in the mid-20th century, a period rich with Tango evolution in Argentina. Post World War II, Argentina experienced significant political and social changes, which influenced its cultural expressions, including tango. Tango lyrics from this era often reflect themes of loss, nostalgia, and personal introspection, mirroring the societal shift and the internal struggles of individuals during such turbulent times. “Un remordimiento” serves as a poignant introspective piece reflecting personal turmoil and societal shifts in values and emotional expressions.
Reinaldo Yiso was a significant lyricist in the Tango genre, known for his profound and emotive compositions that often explored themes of love, betrayal, and remorse.