Merceditas
Merceditas is a Chamamé, composed by Ramón Sixto Ríos, with lyrics by Ramón Sixto Ríos.
Merceditas is a beloved Argentine composition originally written in the 1940s by Ramón Sixto Ríos in the chamamé style, a folkloric genre from the northeastern region of Argentina. The song, inspired by a real woman named Mercedes, is known for its heartfelt lyrics and melancholic melody. It became a popular standard in Argentine folk music and has been recorded by numerous artists across genres. In 1958, the tune was adapted into a tango by the Orquesta Símbolo Osmar Maderna—a symbolic tribute recorded after Maderna’s death in 1951, honoring his lyrical style and enduring influence as a pianist and composer.
Recordings
No recordings are currently linked to this tune.