The Tango

by Santiago Ruiz

Published: May 26, 2026
Category: Love

The accordion begins to weep,
To wake the passion from its sleep.
Two bodies move in perfect time,
A beautiful, kinetic rhyme.

A sudden pause, a sharp embrace,
The heat is painted on her face.
A dangerous and lovely game,
That never ends exactly the same.

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Santiago Ruiz

Santiago translates the passionate, fiery rhythms of the tango into perfect, rhythmic verses. His poetry explores the intoxicating dance of romance, the sharp sting of betrayal, and the deep, soulful...

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