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.
Tú Me Vuelves Loco
Frankie Ruiz Lyrics
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No me mires con esos ojos de aventura
No me trates como si fuera diversión
No te muevas de esa manera cuando pasas
Que me dejas con una extraña sensación
No sugieras extravagancias con tu risa
Que tu juego me mortifica y la vida se me complica
Y no quieras saber las cosas que yo invento
Pues me vuelves loco, tú me vuelves loco
Cuando yo te miro, china, pero no te toco
Y me vuelves loco, tú me vuelves loco
Ay, si yo pudiera, mamá, aunque fuera un poco
No camines con ese paso que provoca
No te sientes en esa pose tan sensual
Y no bailes de esa manera, que bailando me desesperas
Y me lleno de tanto bien que me hace mal
Pues me vuelves loco, tú me vuelves loco
Cuando yo te miro, china, pero no te toco
Y me vuelves loco, tú me vuelves loco
Ay, si yo pudiera, mamá, aunque fuera un poco
Pues me vuelves loco, tú me vuelves loco
Cuando yo te miro, china, pero no te toco
Y me vuelves loco, tú me vuelves loco
Ay, si yo pudiera, mamá, aunque fuera un poco
¿Qué? ¿Qué? ¿Qué?
Tú me vuelves loco, que tú me vuelves, loco
Cuando caminas de esa manera me vuelves loco, corazón
Tú me vuelves loco, que tú me vuelves, loco
Te miro, pero no te toco, si yo pudiera aunque fuera un poco
Tú me vuelves, loco
Ay-eh
Tú me vuelves loco, que tú me vuelves, loco
Me paro en la esquina y te veo pasar y una extraña sensación me da
Tú me vuelves loco, que tú me vuelves, loco
Y cuando te pones así a bailar me haces tanto bien que me hace mal
Tú me vuelves
Eh-eh
Ah (loco)
Cachimba, eh, eh, eh
Loco
Que tú me vuelves loco
Mujer, me vuelves loco
Que tú me vuelves
Cuando, cuando te miro al pasar
Que tú me vuelves loco
Sin movimientos, ni medio loco
Que tú me vuelves
Mientras camines de esa manera, mamita, me vuelves (loco)
Loco
Ay-ay-ay
Loco
The song Tu Me Vuelves Loco by Frankie Ruiz is a passionate and sensual plea from the singer to the object of his affection. He admits that the mere sight of her and her enticing movements drive him crazy. However, despite his strong desire, Frankie asks her not to toy with his emotions and not to treat him as a mere amusement. He implores her not to suggest any extravagance and not to move in such a seductive way that it overwhelms him with emotions that he cannot control. Despite his strong feelings for her, he knows that he cannot have her, and this knowledge only makes him go crazier about her. The song conveys an intense feeling of longing and frustration, of wanting something that seems unattainable.
The lyrics of Tu Me Vuelves Loco are an eloquent expression of the Latin American romantic tradition, which idealizes women as objects of desire, beauty, and charm. The song celebrates women's sensuality, their bewitching moves, and their tantalizing allure. At the same time, it reveals that the same sensuality can be a source of intense pain and frustration for men who are unable to win their hearts. The emotions expressed in the song are universal, and everyone who has ever been in love can relate to them.
The meaning of the phrase "tu me vuelves loco" is "you drive me crazy," and it has become a popular expression of affection in Latin America. The song has become a classic of salsa music, and it is widely regarded as one of Frankie Ruiz's greatest hits. The song was written by the acclaimed composer, arranger, and pianist Sergio George, who has worked with many famous Latin American artists, including Marc Anthony, Celia Cruz, and Tito Nieves. The song was released in 1989, and it became an instant hit both in Latin America and the United States.
Line by Line Meaning
No me mires con esos ojos de aventura
Don't look at me with those eyes that suggest adventure or excitement
No me trates como si fuera diversión
Don't treat me like I'm just a source of entertainment or amusement
No te muevas de esa manera cuando pasas
Don't move like that when you pass by me, it gives me a strange feeling
Que me dejas con una extraña sensación
You leave me with a strange feeling
No sugieras extravagancias con tu risa
Don't suggest anything wild or out of the ordinary by the way you laugh
No me ciegues la gloria en cada movimiento
Don't distract me from your beauty with every movement you make
Que tu juego me mortifica y la vida se me complica
Your game frustrates me and complicates my life
Y no quieras saber las cosas que yo invento
And you don't even know the wild thoughts that go through my head
Cuando yo te miro, china, pero no te toco
When I look at you, girl, I can't help but be entranced, but I don't want to cross any boundaries
No camines con ese paso que provoca
Don't walk in a way that is suggestive or provocative
No te sientes en esa pose tan sensual
Don't sit in such a sensual pose
Y no bailes de esa manera, que bailando me desesperas
And don't dance like that, it drives me crazy
Y me lleno de tanto bien que me hace mal
You make me feel so good that it hurts
Ay, si yo pudiera, mamá, aunque fuera un poco
If only I could have you, even just a little
Me paro en la esquina y te veo pasar y una extraña sensación me da
I stand on the corner and watch you pass by, feeling a strange sensation
Y cuando te pones así a bailar me haces tanto bien que me hace mal
And when you dance like that, you make me feel so good that it hurts
Que tú me vuelves loco
You drive me crazy
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Chein Garcia Alonso
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