Esta Noche Me Emborracho (feat. Alberto Castillo)

“Esta Noche Me Emborracho” by Ricardo Tanturi y Su Orquesta Tipica, featuring Alberto Castillo, is a poignant tango that delves into themes of lost love, regret, and the passage of time. The song paints a vivid picture of a man who encounters a former lover in a state of disrepair, both physically and morally. The lyrics describe her as “sola, fane y descangallada” (alone, worn out, and broken), emphasizing her drastic fall from grace. This stark imagery sets the tone for the narrator’s emotional turmoil as he reflects on their past relationship.

The narrator reminisces about how he was once infatuated with this woman, to the point of betraying his own values and loved ones. He recalls how her beauty led him to make poor decisions, such as stealing from his own mother and losing his friends. The line “Que quede sin un amigo, que viví de mala fe” (I was left without a friend, I lived in bad faith) highlights the extent of his downfall. The encounter with his former lover serves as a painful reminder of his past mistakes and the consequences of his actions.

In the chorus, the narrator resolves to drown his sorrows in alcohol, stating “Está noche me emborracho bien, me mamo bien mamao, pa' no llorar” (Tonight I will get really drunk, I will get really drunk, so I don’t cry). This decision underscores his inability to cope with the emotional pain and regret that the encounter has stirred up. The song captures the essence of tango, a genre known for its melancholic and introspective themes, and serves as a powerful reflection on the impact of love and loss on one’s life.