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Viva la patria

Viva la patria is a Tango written by Antonio Scatasso and recorded by Carlos Gardel in 1930. The Tango Viva la patria is written by Antonio Scatasso, Carlos Gardel has recorded Viva la patria with the singer Guit. Guillermo Barbieri, José María Aguilar, Ángel Domingo Riverol.
“Viva la patria,” translated into English as “Long Live the Homeland,” resounds with the fervor of national pride and unity. The passion encapsulated in each note evokes the rich tapestry of a shared history and culture, rallying hearts to celebrate their roots. It is a tribute to the enduring spirit and identity of a nation, resonating through time.

Tango

Style

Carlos Gardel

Orchestra

Guit. Guillermo Barbieri, José María Aguilar, Ángel Domingo Riverol

Singer

Alberto Vacarezza

Author

Antonio Scatasso

Composer

1930/9/25

Date

Guit. Guillermo Barbieri, José María Aguilar, Ángel Domingo Riverol
Guit. Guillermo Barbieri, José María Aguilar, Ángel Domingo Riverol
Carlos Gardel
Carlos Gardel

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Viva la patria recorded by other Orchestras

Viva la patria recorded by other Orchestras

1930/9/25 – Un loco metejon – Roberto Firpo
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1930/9/24 – La muchacha del tango – Francisco Canaro
Viva la patria – 1928/6/13 – Osvaldo Fresedo – Ernesto Fama
Viva la patria – 1928/5/31 – Roberto Firpo – Instrumental
Viva la patria – 1930/9/25 – Carlos Gardel – Guit. Guillermo Barbieri
Jose Maria Aguilar
Angel Domingo Riverol
Viva la patria – 1928/7/4 – Francisco Canaro – Charlo

Lyrics Translation of the Tango Viva la patria

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

Letra del Tango Viva la patria

La niebla gris rasgó veloz, el vuelo de un adiós

y fue el triunfal amanecer de la revolución

y como ayer, el inmortal mil ochocientos diez,

salió a la calle el pueblo radiante de altivez.

Ver un extraño el opresor cual de un siglo atrás,

pero en el mismo el pabellón que quiso arrebatar,

y al resguardar la libertad, del trágico malón

la voz eterna y pura por las calles resonó:



¡Viva la patria y la gloria de ser libre!

¡Viva la patria que quisieron mancillar!

Orgulloso de ser argentino,

al trazar nuestros nuevos destinos,

¡viva la patria, de rodillas en su altar!



Y la legión que construyó la nacionalidad,

nos alentó, nos dirigió desde la eternidad,

entrelazados vio avanzar la capital del sur,

soldados y tribunos, linaje y multitud.

Amanecer primaveral de la revolución,

de tu vergel, cada mujer fue una fragante flor

y hasta tiñó tu pabellón la sangre juvenil,

haciendo más glorioso nuestro grito varonil.

English lyrics of the Tango "Viva la patria"

The swift gray fog tore through, the flight of a farewell,

and it was the triumphant dawn of the revolution.

And like yesterday, the immortal eighteen-ten,

the people took to the streets, radiant with pride.

To see a stranger, the oppressor like from a century ago,

but underneath the same banner he tried to snatch away,

and in safeguarding freedom, from the tragic raid,

the eternal pure voice through the streets resounded:

Long live the homeland and the glory of being free!

Long live the homeland they wanted to tarnish!

Proud to be Argentine,

in shaping our new destinies,

Long live the homeland, kneeling at its altar!

And the legion that built our nationality,

encouraged us, led us from eternity,

witnessed intertwined advances in the capital of the south,

soldiers and tribunes, lineage and masses.

Spring dawn of the revolution,

from your orchard, every woman was a fragrant flower

and even your banner was dyed with youthful blood,

making our manly cry all the more glorious.

Viva la patria by Alberto Vacarezza

Viva la patria is a Tango written by Alberto Vacarezza and composed by Antonio Scatasso.



Story behind the Tango Viva la patria

“Viva la patria” captures a momentous epoch in Argentine history, reflecting the resurgence of national pride and revolutionary fervor. The mention of “el triunfal amanecer de la revolución” directly alludes to a historical awakening or liberation, implying a transition akin to the successful revolution of 1810, which led to Argentina’s independence. The lyrics paint the portrait of a people unified and ready to defend their liberty, echoing the spirit of patriotic milestones.



Symbolism of Viva la patria

The intensely symbolic nature of the lyrics resonates through phrases like “La niebla gris rasgó veloz, el vuelo de un adiós,” suggesting the dispersal of gloom to welcome a new era of freedom. The repeated rallying cry, “¡Viva la patria!” (Long live the fatherland!), is a direct affirmation of national pride and unity. Furthermore, the imagery of a youthful blood (“y hasta tiñó tu pabellón la sangre juvenil”) coloring the flag evokes sacrifice and the valor of a new generation energizing the patriotic cause.



Viva la patria in historic Context

Given the year of its creation, 1930, “Viva la patria” was born during a period of significant political change and upheaval in Argentina, following the infamous 1930 military coup that ended the democratic period known as the Infamous Decade. This context imbues the lyrics with a layer of urgent call to protect and value freedom and integrity of the nation against any form of tyranny or external oppression. The mention of places such as “la capital del sur,” likely refers to Buenos Aires, the foreground for many of the nation’s revolutionary activities.



Alberto Vacarezza

Alberto Vacarezza was a prominent Argentine playwright and lyricist, renowned for his contributions to the tango genre and the nationalistic themes prevalent in his works.