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These Tangos, Valses, and Milongas were recorded around the same time. Take a look to discover what else this orchestra—or others—may have recorded during the same week or even on the exact same day.
Zorro gris is a Tango written by Francisco García Jiménez and composed by Rafael Tuegols.
The tango “Zorro gris” tells a poignant story of a woman caught in the despair of a facade, reflecting on her past happiness while enduring a present filled with superficiality. The lyrics delve into the emotional struggle hidden behind the glamour of nightlife, depicting a woman who once dreamt of love and joy but now finds herself desolate, clinging to her grey fur coat as a shield against the coldness of her reality.
The grey fur coat, or “zorro gris,” transcends its literal role as a garment and morphs into a powerful symbol of the protagonist’s inner turmoil and emotional barrier. It embodies the hidden sadness and the cold spirit of the woman who wears it. Lines such as “ocultabas las lágrimas santas en los pliegues de tu zorro gris” (you hid your sacred tears in the folds of your grey fur) highlight how the coat serves as both a physical and emotional cover, masking her pain and the warmth she once felt.
The cultural backdrop of Argentina in 1969 deeply influences “Zorro gris,” a period marked by social and political upheaval. The setting of the Armenonville, an actual luxurious venue in Buenos Aires frequented by the wealthy elite, contrasts sharply against the inner despair of individuals. This disparity between external luxury and internal suffering mirrors the broader societal contrasts of that era in Argentina, addressing themes of facade versus reality.
Francisco García Jiménez was a renowned figure in Argentine literary circles, particularly famous for his contributions to the tango genre. His works often explore themes of lament, nostalgia, and the depths of human emotions.