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Vida mía

Vida mía is a Tango written by Osvaldo Fresedo and recorded by Alfredo De Angelis in 1974. The Tango Vida mía is written by Osvaldo Fresedo, Alfredo De Angelis has recorded Vida mía with the singer Julián Rosales.
“Vida mía,” meaning “My Life” in English, is a melodic tapestry woven with passion and longing. This name encapsulates the essence of a profound connection, where every note becomes a heartbeat shared between souls. It speaks of an intimate bond, a dance of emotions, where life finds its rhythm in the embrace of love’s timeless melody.

Tango

Style

Alfredo De Angelis

Orchestra

Julián Rosales

Singer

Emilio Fresedo

Author

Osvaldo Fresedo

Composer

1974/4/3

Date

Julián Rosales
Julián Rosales
Alfredo De Angelis
Alfredo De Angelis

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Vida mía recorded by other Orchestras

Vida mía recorded by other Orchestras

1974/4/19 – La yumba – Alfredo De Angelis
1974/4/26 – El torito – Alfredo De Angelis
1974/4/26 – Lagrimas y sonrisas – Alfredo De Angelis
1974/1/1 – Pa- que te oigan bandoneon – Hector Varela
1974/1/1 – Al tango lo canto asi – Hector Varela
Vida mia – 1933/9/13 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Roberto Ray
Vida mia – 1944/12/28 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Oscar Serpa
Vida mia – 1945/7/25 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Pedro Vargas
Vida mia – 1952/8/21 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Hector Pacheco
Vida mia – 1956/1/1 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Instrumental
Vida mia – 1974/4/3 – Alfredo De Angelis – Julian Rosales
Vida mia – 1970/4/16 – Florindo Sassone – Oscar Macri
Vida mia – 1987/1/1 – Nuevo Quinteto Real (Horacio Salgan) – Instrumental
Vida mia – 1967/1/1 – Horacio Salgan – Instrumental
Vida mia – 1964/1/1 – Quinteto Real (Horacio Salgan) – Instrumental

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 is always the same,
lit and gilded by the sun…
It seems that destiny
stretches it further
to deepen my pain.

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

My life, the farther you are, the more I love you.
My life, think of my return,
I know that gold
will not possess your kisses
And that’s why I love you more.
My life,
I even hasten my breath
bringing closer the moment
to caress happiness.
You are my life
and I wish to take you
clinging by my side
and thus drown my loneliness.

It seems that the trail
is losing its color,
and as the stars emerge
they give the sky
all its splendor.
Gradually,
twinkling lights
strike a solemn tone
as the sun flees.
Among 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

The song “Vida mía” combines a sense of longing and profound affection, conveying emotions of loss, yearning, and love. The lyrics explore the distance between the singer and his beloved, making the path they walk simultaneously illuminated yet extended by their destiny. Each verse intensifies the feeling of separation while simultaneously expressing the deep desire for reunion. The mention of everyday natural elements marks not just a physical journey, but an emotional landscape that the singer navigates in the anticipation of returning to his love.


Symbolism of Vida mía

“Vida mía,” translating to “My Life” in English, conveys how integral the loved one is to the singer’s existence. The “camino” or path illuminated by the sun may symbolize life’s journey, reflecting how destiny plays its part in shaping personal pains and joys. The differentiation of colors in the scenery as the sun sets (from the path losing its color to the starlit sky) symbolizes the transition from reality to hope. Stars lighting up the sky could be read as symbols of hope or as a spiritual connection guiding the singer back to his love. Moreover, the unique “light” that she lights up among the stars indicates her paramount significance in his life, and how she remains a beacon in his darkest times.


Vida mía in historic Context

Written and recorded in 1974 in Argentina, “Vida mía” emerges during a period of political turmoil and social changes. This era was marked by a complex interplay of cultural affirmations and social strife. In this context, Tango music often provided a means of emotional escape and a space for expressing personal and collective sentiments. The recurring themes of longing and reunion in “Vida mía” may resonate with the desire for stability and emotional security among the Argentine population during these turbulent times.


Emilio Fresedo

Emilio Fresedo, a renowned figure in the Tango genre, is celebrated for his evocative and heartfelt compositions. Known for blending poetic lyrics with complex musical arrangements, his works continue to touch the hearts of many.