description Ninguna Overview
"Ninguna" is an Argentine tango composed by Raúl Fernández Siro, with lyrics by Homero Manzi. Its text presents an absent or idealized woman through characteristically poetic imagery, placing the work within the tango canción tradition. The song has been recorded by major tango singers and orchestras, including the orchestra of Carlos Di Sarli with vocalist Alberto Podestá, and remains part of the repertoire used for social tango dancing.
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Who composed the Argentine tango Ninguna?
Ninguna was composed by Raúl Fernández Siro, with lyrics by Homero Manzi. The lyric centers on an absent or unattainable beloved whom no other woman can replace.
Which orchestra made a famous recording of Ninguna?
Carlos Di Sarli recorded Ninguna with singer Jorge Durán. Di Sarli's lyrical piano and smooth orchestral phrasing make that version especially recognizable.
Is Ninguna suitable for social tango dancing?
Yes, recordings such as the Carlos Di Sarli version appear in traditional social-tango programming. Its broad melody favors controlled walking and lyrical phrasing rather than the sharp attack associated with Juan D'Arienzo.
What does the title Ninguna mean in English?
Ninguna translates as none or not one in the feminine form. The title captures Homero Manzi's claim that no other woman matches the remembered subject of the song.
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