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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.
Una piba como vos is a Tango written by Dante Gilardoni and composed by Edgardo Truffa.
“Una piba como vos” translates to “A girl like you” in English and celebrates the profound impact a loving and tender woman can have on a man’s life. Dante Gilardoni expresses his desires for youth to experience the same joy and love that he has found in his partner. The lyrics are a poetic tribute to a beloved woman, highlighting how her presence transforms everyday experiences into joyous and magical moments, turning the mundane into the extraordinary through love.
The tango is rich in symbolic language that enhances its lyrical narration. Phrases like “Es eterna primavera” (It’s eternal spring) symbolize a perennial renewal of life and joy, suggesting that love has rejuvenated the narrator. Similarly, natural elements like rain and wind are personified to show their interaction with the subject of his affection — the rain is “alegre y alocada” (joyful and wild), and the wind is a “caricia que arrebata” (a caress that overwhelms), indicating that even the elements respond to the joys of love.
Recorded in 1970 Argentina, a period marked by social and political unrest, “Una piba como vos” serves as a lyrical escape into the personal and emotional realms, distinct from the turbulence of its time. The tango might have offered listeners a reminder of personal joys and intimate connections amidst the broader societal chaos, emphasizing the importance of individual emotional experiences and the comfort found in loving relationships.
A poet and lyricist, Dante Gilardoni was known for his contributions to the tango scene, offering pieces that often delved deep into personal emotions and relationships.