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Volvé mi negra

Volvé mi negra is a Tango written by José María Rizzuti and recorded by Héctor Varela in 1953. The Tango Volvé mi negra is written by José María Rizzuti, Héctor Varela has recorded Volvé mi negra with the singer Rodolfo Lesica.
“Volvé mi negra,” translated into English, means “Come back, my darling.” In this heartfelt plea, the music captures the longing and yearning for a loved one’s return, painting a vivid picture of nostalgia and lost moments. The soulful melody dances with emotions, echoing the theme of rekindling a connection once cherished and now desperately missed.

Tango

Style

Héctor Varela

Orchestra

Rodolfo Lesica

Singer

José Diez Gómez

Author

José María Rizzuti

Composer

1953/6/16

Date

Rodolfo Lesica
Rodolfo Lesica
Héctor Varela
Héctor Varela

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Lyrics Translation of the Tango Volvé mi negra

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

Letra del Tango Volvé mi negra

Fuiste derecha, no me fallaste

y aunque fui malo seguiste fiel.

Todo el cariño que me juraste

recién lo llego a comprender.

Lo supe todo cuando mi daga

cortó la vida de mi rival.

‘Era inocente…’ Y esas palabras

fueron elogio de tu lealtad.



Volvé, mi negra, al nido

que loco yo deshice.

El mal que cruel te hice

con besos has de olvidar.

¡Volvé, mi negra buena!

¡Volvé pa’perdonarme,

pues vos sola has de darme

dicha y felicidad!

Y aquí otra vez juntitos

sabré recompensarte

con cariño constante

tu nobleza y lealtad.

Volvé, mi negra, al nido,

que mi cariño espera

la buena compañera

que no se irá jamás.



Y en estas noches del crudo invierno

triste y sombrío del arrabal

siento en mi pecho intenso frío…

Es que me espanta la soledad.

Por eso, negra, vengo a buscarte…

Quiero que escuches mi corazón…

Volvé, mi negra. Voy a pagarte

con mi ternura todo tu amor…

English lyrics of the Tango "Volvé mi negra"

You were upright, you didn’t fail me
and though I was bad, you remained loyal.
All the affection you swore to me
I only now come to understand.

I knew everything when my dagger
ended the life of my rival.
“She was innocent…” And those words
were a praise of your loyalty.

Come back, my love, to the nest
that madly I destroyed.
The cruel harm I did to you
with kisses you must forget.
Come back, my good love!
Come back to forgive me,
for only you can grant me
joy and happiness!
And here again, together,
I’ll know how to reward you
with constant affection
your nobility and faithfulness.
Come back, my love, to the nest,
for my affection waits
for the good companion
who will never leave again.

And on these nights of harsh winter
sad and gloomy from the slums,
I feel in my chest an intense cold…
It’s the loneliness that frightens me.
That’s why, my love, I come to find you…
I want you to listen to my heart…
Come back, my love. I will repay you
with my tenderness for all your love…

Volvé mi negra by José Diez Gómez

Volvé mi negra is a Tango written by José Diez Gómez and composed by José María Rizzuti.



Story behind the Tango Volvé mi negra

“Volvé mi negra” translates to “Return, my black woman” in English, invoking a plea for a beloved woman to come back. The lyrics narrate a poignant story of realization and regret from a man who acknowledges his past misdemeanors towards his faithful partner. Amid his acknowledgment, he recounts the fierce loyalty of his partner despite his wrongdoings, culminating in a tragic event that proves her innocence and amplifies her unwavering dedication. He implores her return so they may rebuild what was once disregardfully shattered by his actions.



Symbolism of Volvé mi negra

The Tango is rich in symbolic language that highlights themes of redemption, loyalty, and love. Phrases like “El mal que cruel te hice con besos has de olvidar” (The cruel wrongs I did to you, you will forget with kisses) suggest a hopeful yet desperate wish to erase the past with acts of affection, signifying a deep remorse and yearning for forgiveness. The repeated plea “Volvé, mi negra” is not merely a literal request for her return but a metaphor for a chance to start anew and rekindle the pure, untouched aspects of their relationship.



Volvé mi negra in historic Context

The Tango was composed in 1953, a period characterized by great social and political change in Argentina. The fervor of this era often reflected in its music, which served as an emotional outlet for common people. The reference to a ‘nido’ (nest) and the ‘crudo invierno del arrabal’ (harsh winter of the suburb) paints a vivid picture of the intimate and communal aspect of Tango that resonates with the struggles and warmth of relationships within local neighborhoods. These phrases suggest a broader social narrative of seeking refuge and solace in loved ones amidst the metaphorical ‘winter’ or hard times.



José Diez Gómez

José Diez Gómez was a notable lyricist whose works often delved into themes of love, betrayal, and emotional complexity.