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Y no puede ser is a Tango written by José María Contursi and composed by Aníbal Troilo.
In “Y no puede ser,” poet and lyricist José María Contursi articulates a poignant narrative of unrequited love and personal despair. The lyrics detail the inner turmoil and conflict of a speaker who deeply loves another, despite knowing that their love cannot be actualized. With phrases like “porque me ves preocupado, decís, que mi cariño es mentira,” indicating the resentment or doubts expressed by the loved one, Contursi effectively captures a dialogue of misunderstanding and pain. The decision of letting go despite the immense love, as expressed in lines like “pero cuando me dispuse a hablar, tuve miedo de perderte,” portrays a heartrending human dilemma.
Contursi’s use of imagery and symbols enhances the emotional depth of the lyrics. Phrases such as ‘mi sangre toda daría por vos,’ symbolize the ultimate sacrifice and deep devotion the singer feels, showcasing how they would give all of themselves for their love. Furthermore, with the recurring mention of “no puede ser,” meaning “it cannot be,” Contursi emphasizes the fatalistic and inevitable separation faced by the protagonists. This constant repetition becomes a lament, echoing the impossibility of the union.
Recorded in 1939, just before the outbreak of World War II and during a period of political and economic turmoil in Argentina, the influx of European immigrations influencing Buenos Aires’s social and cultural fabric, “Y no puede ser” reflects the pervasive sense of uncertainty and fatalism of the time. The tango served not only as entertainment but as a critical medium for expressing and coping with the hardships faced by ordinary people, making its themes of heartache and resignation resonate deeply with its audience.
José María Contursi was a significant figure in the realm of tango, known for infusing the genre with profoundly emotional and poetic lyrics that explore themes of love, pain, and social issues.