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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.
Un tropezón is a Tango written by Luis Bayón Herrera and composed by Raúl De los Hoyos.
In “Un tropezón,” Luis Bayón Herrera candidly narrates a man’s confrontation with betrayal and the excruciating pain of love lost. Ignominiously halted by a policeman, the protagonist vents about his misfortune in having elevated a deceitful woman from humbleness to a place of honor only to be disappointed as she reverted to her old ways. The title, translating to “A Stumble,” metaphorically captures his fall from a state of emotional security into the depths of despondency and public embarrassment.
The title and refrain “Un tropezón” symbolize a minor yet impactful mishap in life’s journey, emphasizing the resilience required to overcome personal hurdles. This reflects in phrases like “Un tropezón cualquiera da en la vida,” suggesting everyone experiences setbacks. Furthermore, the likening of the woman to a goat naturally drawn to the mountain (“pero bien dicen que la cabra al monte tira”) suggests an inevitable return to one’s true nature, indicating her betrayal was as much her intrinsic trait as it was his misjudgment.
“Un tropezón” was composed and recorded in Argentina in 1942, a period when Tango music was deeply entwined with the socio-political events in the nation. Amidst a time of upheaval and changing leadership, Tangos often contained themes of lamentation, personal loss, and critique of morality through personal stories. The inclusion of a policeman and public embarrassment might subtly hint at the oppressive surveillance and public regulation during this politically turbulent era, reflecting a deeper social commentary amidst a tale of personal affliction.
Luis Bayón Herrera was an Argentine screenwriter and film director, known for integrating strong narratives into his works, often exploring social and emotional themes.