In Puerto Rico, Ruiz became a fan of a salsa band called La Solucion, directed by Roberto Rivera and learned all of their songs. He attended every concert and show. On one occasion, Ruiz's mother asked Rivera to give her son an opportunity to sing in the band, but to no avail. However, as fate would have it, in 1977, Ruiz was present at one of their shows where the lead singer did not show up. Rivera felt that he had no other choice but to give Ruiz a try. He was a success and was hired by Rivera. With La Solucion, Ruiz re-recorded a new version of Salsa Buena. He performed with the band for three years.
In 1980, Ruiz joined Tommy Olivencia and his Primerisima Orchestra. His youth and style known as Sensual Salsa helped to bring in a new generation of salsa followers. His first major "hit" was Lo Dudo (I doubt it) which was previously covered by José José. In 1983, Ruiz decided to go "solo" and had hits with No Que No, Mi Libertad (My Liberty) and Desnudate Mujer (Get Undressed Woman). He traveled extensively throughout Latin America, Europe and the United States performing and always used the phrase "Vaya, mi China" (Go, Baby) as his trademark. He was then called "El Papa de la Salsa" (The Father of Salsa).
Ruiz began to use illegal drugs and became an alcoholic. During a flight after one of his concerts he attacked a flight attendant. He was arrested and sentenced to three years at the federal prison in Jacksonville, Texas for the incident. Ruiz's last song was Vuelvo a Nacer (Born Again), where he describes his errors in life by taking the wrong way and that he declares himself born again. His voice was heard raspy compared to his earlier career due to the effects of his drug use. Frankie Ruiz became ill and was hospitalized on July 11, 1998, after performing at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Shortly afterwards, on August 9, 1998, Ruiz died from complications from AIDS. Before his burial, his remains were taken to Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, for a memorial service. He was later interred at Fair Lawn Memorial Cemetery in Bergen County, New Jersey.
Satisfaction
Frankie Ruiz Lyrics
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I can't get no satisfaction.
′Cause I try and I try and I try and I try.
I can't get no, I can't get no.
When I′m drivin′ in my car
And a man comes on the radio
And he's tellin′ me more and more
I can't get no, oh no no no.
Hey that′s what I say.
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I can't get no satisfaction,
I can′t get no satisfaction.
'Cause I try and I try and I try and I try.
I can't get no, I can′t get no.
When I′m ridin' round the world
And I′m doin' this I′m signing that
And I'm tryin′ to meet some girl
You tell me I better come back
I can't get no, oh no no no.
Hey that's what I say.
Coro: I can′t get no
Quédate quieta leona
Y no me cierres la puerta
Soy el papa de tus cachorros
Y no ve vayas a arañar
Ven y satisfáceme que
Que el león aquí soy yo.
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I can′t get no satisfaction,
I can't get no satisfaction.
′Cause I try and I try and I try and I try.
I can't get no, I can′t get no.
When I'm ridin′ round the world
And I'm doin' this I′m signing that
And I′m tryin' to meet some girl
You tell me I better come back
I can′t get no, oh no no no.
Hey that's what I say.
Quiero hacerte solo mía
Mía, mía y solo mía
Quiero tenerte a mi lado
Ven estremece mi cuerpo
Mamita ven y satisfáceme
Por favor déjame entrar.
Que rico! Ay...
In Frankie Ruiz's song "Satisfaction," the singer expresses his frustration and inability to find satisfaction in life, despite his efforts. The repeated phrase "I can't get no satisfaction" highlights the singer's constant struggle to find meaning and fulfillment in his life. He tries to distract himself by driving around or doing various activities, but the endless news and information on the radio only add to his frustration. Even when he tries to meet someone, he is discouraged and told to come back, which further emphasizes his inability to connect with others or find a sense of belonging.
However, the final verse is interesting as it introduces a new character, a lioness referred to as "leona," and the singer claims to be the father of her cubs. He pleads with her to come satisfy him and emphasizes that he is the "lion" in this situation. This sudden shift in perspective adds a layer of complexity to the song and raises questions about the singer's character and motives.
Line by Line Meaning
I can′t get no satisfaction,
The singer is feeling unsatisfied with something.
I can't get no satisfaction.
The singer repeats his dissatisfaction.
′Cause I try and I try and I try and I try.
Despite his efforts, the singer is still not satisfied.
I can't get no, I can't get no.
The singer once again repeats his feeling of dissatisfaction.
When I′m drivin′ in my car
The singer sets the scene of his current situation.
And a man comes on the radio
The radio man interrupts the singer's thoughts.
And he's tellin′ me more and more
The radio man keeps talking and providing information.
About some useless information
The singer finds the information provided by the radio man as 'useless' and irrelevant.
I can't get no, oh no no no.
The singer's dissatisfaction continues to resurface.
Hey that′s what I say.
The singer emphasizes his point.
When I′m ridin' round the world
The singer shifts his current situation to traveling.
And I′m doin' this I′m signing that
The singer is busy with various tasks during his travels.
And I'm tryin′ to meet some girl
The singer is also trying to find companionship.
You tell me I better come back
Someone is telling the singer to return back to where he came from.
I can't get no, oh no no no.
The singer's dissatisfaction continues even during his travels.
Hey that's what I say.
The singer repeats his point again.
Quédate quieta leona
The singer addresses someone he calls a 'lioness'.
Y no me cierres la puerta
He tells the lioness not to shut the door.
Soy el papa de tus cachorros
The singer claims to be the father of the lioness' cubs.
Y no ve vayas a arañar
He pleads with her not to scratch him.
Ven y satisfáceme que
The singer wants to be satisfied by the lioness.
Que el león aquí soy yo.
The singer reminds the lioness that he is the lion here.
Quiero hacerte solo mía
The singer expresses his desires to own someone.
Mía, mía y solo mía
The singer repeats his desire of exclusivity.
Quiero tenerte a mi lado
The singer expresses his desire to have someone by his side.
Ven estremece mi cuerpo
The singer requests someone to come and excite him.
Mamita ven y satisfáceme
The singer addresses 'mommy' to come and satisfy him.
Por favor déjame entrar.
The singer requests permission to enter.
Que rico! Ay...
The singer expresses pleasure at something.
Writer(s): Mick Jagger, Keith Richards
Contributed by Nicholas O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Milton Claudio
En el idioma que Frankie Ruiz dominaba todos los géneros Es el mejor salsero voz,melodiosa,potente lo tenía todo un salsero completo
Jail G.
No sabia de ésta canción, el papá de la salsa sorprendiendo como siempre... Frankie Ruiz vive. 2020.
brayan campos
Frankie tenia una voz única e inigualable es como un Fredy Mercury para los latinos , que legado el que dejaste , escuchandote todavia en 2020🎶🥁🎺
la figura rica
Usted dio en el clavo excelente y me atrevo a decir mejor que mercury escucha como tiene metales en la voz matices en lo bajo se escucha súper genial una computadora moderna era su prodigiosa voz
Antonio Hidalgo
Jajjajaja el fanatismo te cago el cerebro Frankie fue muy bueno pero al comparar con Freddie esta fuera de nivel un salsero de verdad tiene que dar lo del Cesar al Cesar y Frankie le llega ala pantorrilla hermano
Antonio Hidalgo
@la figura rica con mucho respeto fanático de Frankie no jodas se que fanatismo es grande pero el freddie es otro nivel te lo dice un salsero de la Mata
brayan campos
@Antonio Hidalgo me malinterpretaste mi amigo , lo que quise decir es que fue un ídolo para los latinos pero no hay punto de comparación con fredy mercury el esta por encima de muchos incluyendo a frankie , ambos fueron y seguirán siendo unas leyendas en su género , solo nos queda disfrutar de su música...
yolau
MICK JAGGER ESTARA MAS QUE FELIZ AL ESCUCHAR SU MAS GRANDE EXITO, EN SALSA.
wilmer yovera
En general no me gusta la salsa en inglés (no hablo de Lebrón Brother's) pero esta versión esta muy buena. Rockanrolera de verdad, Frankie si que tenia calle
Richard Quispe Isla
Un crack Frankie, nunca lo había escuchado