El Tango De Roxanne

El Tango De Roxanne, performed by Ewan McGregor, is a powerful and emotionally charged song that delves into themes of love, jealousy, and desperation. The song is a reinterpretation of The Police's classic hit 'Roxanne,' but it is infused with the dramatic flair of a tango, adding a layer of intensity and passion. The lyrics tell the story of a man who is deeply in love with a woman named Roxanne, who is implied to be a sex worker. The man is tormented by the thought of her selling her body and is driven to the brink of madness by his feelings of jealousy and helplessness.

The song opens with a haunting repetition of the phrase 'Will drive you mad,' setting the tone for the emotional turmoil that follows. The chorus, sung by Jacek Koman, repeatedly urges Roxanne not to 'put on that red light' or 'wear that dress tonight,' symbolizing the man's desperate plea for her to stop engaging in her line of work. Ewan McGregor's verses add a personal and intimate dimension to the narrative, as he describes the physical and emotional pain he feels when he imagines Roxanne with other men. His heartache is palpable, and his plea for her to believe in his love is both touching and tragic.

The inclusion of Spanish dialogue further enriches the song's emotional depth. The lines, 'Y yo que te quiero tanto, ¿qué voy a hacer? Me dejaste, me dejaste,' translate to 'And I, who love you so much, what am I going to do? You left me, you left me.' This adds a layer of cultural and linguistic complexity, emphasizing the universal nature of love and heartbreak. The song's tango rhythm and passionate delivery make it a compelling exploration of the darker side of love, where desire and despair intertwine.