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Volvió una noche is a Tango written by Alfredo Le Pera and composed by Carlos Gardel.
“Volvió una noche,” translated to English as “She Returned One Night,” depicts a poignant encounter between the narrator and a woman from his past who unexpectedly reappears. The lyrics describe the emotional turmoil and reflections triggered by her return, imbued with themes of forgiveness, lost time, and the irreversible nature of life’s passing moments. The song’s essence lies in the contrast between the possibility of reigniting past love and the harsh reality of changed circumstances and feelings.
The song utilizes powerful symbolic imagery to delve into the complexities of human emotions and relations. Phrases like “La primavera es nuestra vida,” symbolizing youth and renewal, contrast sharply with “Había en mi frente tantos inviernos,” which reflects the passage of time and accumulated sorrows. The stark juxtaposition of spring and winter within the person’s life underscores the theme of irrevocable change and lost youth. Additionally, the imagery of her “blue eyes” which “opened very wide” symbolizes a moment of deep emotional recognition and understanding between the two characters before their final parting.
Written in 1961 by Alfredo Le Pera, “Volvió una noche” emerges from a period where Tango music often explored themes of nostalgia, melancholy, and the complexities of love and social relationships. This was a time when Argentine society was undergoing significant changes, influencing how these themes resonated with the audience. The Tango, with its deep emotional pull and dramatic narratives, served as a reflective medium for the collective sentiments of the time, encapsulating feelings of loss and the relentless passage of time that resonates universally.
Alfredo Le Pera was an Argentine lyricist and journalist best known for his collaborations with the iconic Tango singer Carlos Gardel.