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Vida mía

Vida mía is a Tango written by Osvaldo Fresedo and recorded by Osvaldo Fresedo in 1933. The Tango Vida mía is written by Osvaldo Fresedo, Osvaldo Fresedo has recorded Vida mía with the singer Roberto Ray.
“Vida Mía,” meaning “My Life” in English, is a tender ode to the timeless dance of passion and longing. It captures the essence of a heart’s whispers, entwined with dreams and desires that sway like shadows on a moonlit floor. The melody breathes life into the sweet yearning, stirring the soul with each poignant note.

Tango

Style

Osvaldo Fresedo

Orchestra

Roberto Ray

Singer

Emilio Fresedo

Author

Osvaldo Fresedo

Composer

1933/9/13

Date

Roberto Ray
Roberto Ray
Osvaldo Fresedo
Osvaldo Fresedo

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Lyrics Translation of the Tango Vida mía

This is the translation of the Tango “Vida mía” from Spanish to English. The English lyrics of the Tango “Vida mía” have been done with AI.

Letra del Tango Vida mía

Siempre igual es el camino
que ilumina y dora el sol…
Si parece que el destino
más lo alarga
para mi dolor.

Y este verde suelo,
donde crece el cardo,
lejos toca el cielo
cerca de mi amor…
Y de cuando en cuando un nido
para que lo envidie yo.

Vida mía, lejos más te quiero.
Vida mía, piensa en mi regreso,
Sé que el oro
no tendrá tus besos
Y es por eso que te quiero más.
Vida mía,
hasta apuro el aliento
acercando el momento
de acariciar felicidad.
Sos mi vida
y quisiera llevarte
a mi lado prendida
y así ahogar mi soledad.

Ya parece que la huella
va perdiendo su color
y saliendo las estrellas
dan al cielo
todo su esplendor.
Y de poco a poco
luces que titilan
dan severo tono
mientras huye el sol.
De esas luces que yo veo
ella una la encendió.

English lyrics of the Tango "Vida mía"

The path remains the same,
lit and gilded by the sun…
It seems destiny
stretches it further
for my pain.

And this green land,
where thistles grow,
touches the sky afar
close to my love…
And from time to time a nest,
for me to envy.

My life, from afar I love you more.
My life, think of my return,
I know gold
won’t have your kisses
And that’s why I love you more.
My life,
I even rush my breath
bringing closer the moment
to caress happiness.
You are my life
and I wish to take you
attached by my side
to drown my loneliness.

It seems that the trail
is losing its color
and as the stars come out
they give the sky
all their splendor.
And little by little
twinkling lights
set a solemn tone
as the sun flees.
Of those lights that I see
she lit one.

Vida mía by Emilio Fresedo

Vida mía is a Tango written by Emilio Fresedo and composed by Osvaldo Fresedo.



Story behind the Tango Vida mía

“Vida mía” illustrates a deep narrative of longing, separation, and an unwavering bond of love, encapsulated within the traditional framework of a tango. The lyrics poignantly portray a personal journey, both physical and emotional, where the protagonist reflects on the torturous path that distance has created between him and his beloved. The recurring message, filled with intimate expressions of yearning, underscores a yearning for a return and a desire to be reunited.



Symbolism of Vida mía

The tango utilizes natural and descriptive imagery, like the “verde suelo” and the “cardo,” to symbolize the harsh and unforgiving path of life and love, set against the immense and distant sky that “touches the sky near my love.” The imagery of a nest, envied by the protagonist, symbolizes the nurturing and comforting aspects of love he yearns for. “Vida mía” (My Life) as a phrase encapsulates the entirety of the song’s emotional depth, signifying the beloved as not just a partner but the very essence of life to the singer. The stars lighting up, and one particularly ignited by her, suggest hope and divine connection despite the darkness setting in.



Vida mía in historic Context

Recorded in 1933, “Vida mía” emerges during a period of profound cultural and political shifts in Argentina. This time frame marks the onset of the Infamous Decade, characterized by economic downturn and political unrest. The tango thus might also subtly reflect the broader societal longing for stability and return to better days, mirroring personal longing with collective uncertainty. The emotion in the tango transcends the personal to possibly comment on the state of the nation itself.



Emilio Fresedo

Emilio Fresedo, a renowned tango lyricist, collaborated with his brother, composer Osvaldo Fresedo, to bring many memorable tangos to life. Their work is celebrated for its deep emotional undercurrents and nuanced lyrical quality.