- Audio Cassette (11 May 1999)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Format: Import
- Label: Sony
- ASIN: B00000J94C
- Other Editions: Audio CD | Vinyl | MP3 Download
- Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
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Track Listings
| 1. Livin' la Vida Loca - Rusty Anderson, Randy Cantor, , Ricky Martin, Robi Rosa, Rafael Solano |
| 2. Spanish Eyes - Kenny Aronoff, Randy Cantor, Assa Drori, Paquito Hechavarria, , Ricky Martin, Robi Rosa, , Ricardo Suarez |
| 3. She's All I Ever Had - Tommy Anthony, Kenny Aronoff, Eric Bazilian, Olbin Burgos, Jorge Casas, , Ricky Martin, George Noriega, Jon Secada |
| 4. Shake Your Bon-Bon - Donna Allen, Rusty Anderson, Kenny Aronoff, Eric Bazilian, Ricky Martin, Rita Quintero, Robi Rosa, Dan Warner |
| 5. Be Careful (Cuidado con Mi Corazón) - Richard Altenbach, Jennifer Bellusci, Bruce Dukov, Endre Granat, Damian leGassick, Madonna, Ricky Martin, William Orbit |
| 6. I Am Made of You - Eric Bazilian, , Randy Cantor, Ricky Martin, Robi Rosa, , , Rafael Solano, |
| 7. Love You for a Day - Randall Barlow, , Ricky Martin, Robi Rosa, |
| 8. Private Emotion - Eric Bazilian, Joel Derouin, Luis Enrique, , Rob Hyman, Lee Levin, Ricky Martin, Hugh McDonald, Meja, |
| 9. Cup of Life [Spanglish Radio Edit][Edit] - Ricky Martin, , , , Robi Rosa, Rafael Solano, |
| 10. You Stay With Me - Sue Ann Carwell, Khris Kellow, Lee Levin, , Ricky Martin, Robi Rosa, Rafael Solano, Juan Vincente Zambrano |
| 11. Livin' La Vida Loca [Spanish Version] - Rusty Anderson, Randy Cantor, , Ricky Martin, Robi Rosa, Rafael Solano |
| 12. I Count the Minutes - Walter Afanasieff, , , , Ricky Martin, Conesha Monet, Claytoven Richardson, Dan Shea |
| 13. Bella (She's All I Ever Had) - Tommy Anthony, Kenny Aronoff, Eric Bazilian, Olbin Burgos, Jorge Casas, , Ricky Martin, George Noriega, Jon Secada |
| 14. María [Spanglish Radio Edit][Edit] - Ricky Martin |
Product Description
Amazon.co.uk Review
Puerto Rican superstar Ricky Martin's self-titled first English-language album is a triumph of an omnivorous world-pop sensibility--but more important is that at its best, it's a real kick. The first single, "Livin' la Vida Loca", employs a revved-up ska tempo to praise a girl whose "lips are devil red [and] skin's the color of mocha." Martin is no less irresistible on the disc's other uptempo numbers, such as "Spanish Eyes", "The Cup of Life" (the 1998 World Cup theme which with he stole the Grammy telecast a few months before this CD's release), and the Soul Coughing-indebted "Shake Your Bon Bon". Ricky Martin loses momentum with its draggier ballads--even the much-touted Madonna duet, "Be Careful (Cuidade con Mi Corazon)", doesn't spark--but overall, it deserves its inevitable multiplatinum success. --Rickey Wright
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Ricky Martin's first english language album was probably the album that started the explosin in Latin Music in the late 90's and what an album it is. It starts off superbly with 'Livin' La Vida Loca' which is still one of the best latin/dance tracks ever released and sounds just as fresh now as it did then. Anybody expecting the album to be full of songs in the same style as 'Livin' La Vida Loca' may at first find themselves a little disapointed as there are lot of ballads and mid-tempo tracks also present but all of these are done very well. My favourites being 'Private Emotion' and 'She's All I Ever Had'. Strangely, the only track on the album i don't really like is 'Be Careful' his duet with Madonna which just sounds out of place.
Otherwise, it's a stunning album.
Otherwise, it's a stunning album.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Ricky Martin's first English-language album is a very endearing collection of songs that are distinctive enough to make him a star in his own right. Some of the songs have been included in English and Spanish, but both versions of such songs are just as listenable.
Although 'Livin' La Vida Loca' is the song that most people recognise on this album, there are others worth listening to, including the beautiful ballad 'Private Emotion' with Meja (who had previously released a song called 'All 'Bout The Money').
Admittedly some of its punch may have been lost with the release of 'Sound Loaded', but this is still a good place to get into Martin-mania if you are curious.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
The album is an unqualified success and should be a must for all RM fans and for those looking to discover something of the latin beat whilst retaining a real 90s sound.
His voice is versatile though it is better suited to the more up-tempo tracks, and maybe one or two of his ballads are bordering on dreary... but having said all that this is a great album.
Considering he was all but unknown in the US and the UK / Europe a year ago he has risen to mega-star status very quickly. He deserves every bit of it. His stage presence is amazing.
Buy ALL of his older CDs.. you won't be disappointed.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC!
This album really surpised me. It's like a modern Gloria Estefan. The track with Madonna is a pleasant surprise. Read more
Published on 28 Jun 2000 by nickyholmes@skynow.co.uk
Absolute masterpiece!
This album is without a shadow of a doubt one of the best things i have ever heard. Not only do i fantasise about Ricky Martin every night, but i also like his music. Read more
Published on 2 Mar 2000
Enough style to make you wanna shake your bon-bon!
A phenomonal first English album from our Ricky! Our Latin loverboy proves his talent in all tempos -ranging from upbeat Latin vibes to more sombre, sensual tunes. Read more
Published on 1 Mar 2000
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