Amurado

Carlos Gardel's 'Amurado' is a poignant tango that delves into the themes of loneliness, heartbreak, and the passage of time. The song's title, 'Amurado,' is a term in Lunfardo, a dialect from Buenos Aires, which can be translated as 'walled in' or 'enclosed,' metaphorically expressing the feeling of being trapped or confined by one's emotions.

The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person who is left alone in a room that once shared with a loved one. The room, now desolate, holds only memories and the remnants of a past life together. The protagonist reflects on the moment their partner left, taking their belongings and leaving behind a profound silence. There is a sense of resignation, as the protagonist did not utter a word of protest, instead internalizing the pain and accepting the end of the relationship.

As the song progresses, the protagonist reveals the toll that solitude has taken on them, both physically and emotionally. They feel aged, their hair turned white, possibly as a result of the deep sadness they carry. The search for happiness leads them to frequent bars, a futile attempt to fill the void left by their lost love. The song ends with a confession of the protagonist's nightly wanderings, haunted by memories and illusions, admitting to their drunken state as a way to numb the heartache.