Ricky Martin came out as gay on March 29, 2010 writing on his website: "I am proud to say that I am a fortunate homosexual man. I am very blessed to be who I am."
He attended Sagrado Corazón School and was an average student. He participated in school extra-curricular activities and sang in the school choir, where he began to realize that his talent captivated the audiences. Through the encouragement of his father, he began to take voice lessons, and auditioned for television advertising spots.
Martin first achieved worldwide success with his selection to replace Ricky Melendez in the Latin boy band Menudo from 1984 until 1989. His meteoric ascent to fame started in Menudo's homebase, Caguas, site of his first concert. He signed with Sony in 1990.
After he left Menudo, he decided to continue his career. He moved to Mexico City where he started acting, first in theater in productions like Mamá ama el rock, and Los tenis Rojos with Angélica María and Angélica Vale. He starred in telenovelas such as Alcanzar una Estrella and performed in the music group Muñecos De Papel of that production. In 1994, he moved to Los Angeles, California. He received a role as bartender (Miguel Morez) in the American soap opera General Hospital.
Ricky established himself in Miami and connected with music creator Desmond Child, former Menudo band-mate Robi Draco Rosa and Puerto Rican agent Angelo Medina. With these 2 in tow, Ricky created hits like "María", "The Cup of Life", and "Livin' La Vida Loca". He sang "The Cup Of Life" during a World Cup broadcast that gave him worldwide exposure, but it was "Livin' La Vida Loca" which became a massive crossover hit, made him popular around the world and propelled him into the covers of Tiger Beat and many other major magazines worldwide.
One of Ricky's career high points was the recording of the Spanglish ballad "Cuidado" ("Be Careful") with Madonna and William Orbit. The original version was written with Patrick Leonard and the first demo remains just one of many unreleased Madonna songs.
Ricky was chosen, along with Félix Trinidad in 1999, to lead Puerto Rico's worldwide tourism campaign, both exemplifying Puerto Rico's youthfulness, enthusiasm and "never give up" character. In 2003, Martin announced that he and his agent, Angelo Medina, had parted ways. In February of 2004, Martin received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Premios Lo Nuestro in Miami.
Martin recently adopted three little girls from India. The Ricky Martin Foundation created a project called People For Children, which aims to eliminate the industry of sexual exploitation and trafficking of children worldwide. His first benefit was held in Mexico City on November 10, 2005.
On October 11, 2005 Martin came out with his first English language album since 2000's Sound Loaded and the tenth album of his career. Most of the songs on the album, called Life, were co-written by Martin. Martin feels that the album is one of his more personal albums, saying "I was really in touch with my emotions. I think this album is very multi-layered, just like life is. It's about feeling anger. It's about feeling joy. It's about feeling uncertainty. It's about cuping a feeling. It's about feeling. And all my emotions are part of this production." The album debuted at #6 on the Billboard Top 200 Albums chart. The first single of the album, "I Don't Care" (Spanish version: “Qué Más Da”), featuring Fat Joe and Amerie, was Ricky’s first single since 2003's “Tal Vez.” He plans to release his next single called Drop It On Me.
Ricky Martin performed at the 2006 Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony in Turin.
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Lola
Ricky Martin Lyrics
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Tus andares provocando mi castidad
Tus besos mitad mentira y mitad verdad
Saben a manzana del paraíso se Adán
Sola, sola
Te gusta pasear
Lola, Lola
Una ola
Una ola del mar
Lola, Lola ay
¿Pa dónde vas?
Qué más da, yo sigo detrás
Lola, Lola ay
Pegado a ti
Solo sé que voy a vivir
Y te bebes mi energía sin respirar
Y el mundo gira y gira detrás de ti
La luna se me clava en el corazón
Medio moribundo sigo al son de tu son
Sola, sola
Te gusta pasear
Lola, Lola
Para provocar una ola
Una ola
Una ola del mar
Lola, Lola ay
¿Pa dónde vas?
Qué más da, yo sigo detrás
Lola, Lola ay
Pegado a ti
Solo sé que voy a vivir
Lola, Lola ay
¿Pa dónde vas?
Qué más da, yo sigo detrás
Lola, Lola ay
Pegado a ti
Solo sé que voy a vivir
Lola, Lola ay
¿Pa dónde vas?
Lola, Lola ay
Yo sigo detrás
Lola, Lola ay
Pegado a ti
Lola, Lola ay
Voy a vivir
The lyrics of "Lola Lola" by Ricky Martin reflect the strong desire that the singer, possibly Ricky himself, feels for a woman named Lola. He describes her intoxicating and irresistible qualities, from her piercing eyes that make his skin tingle to her seductive walk that tests his self-control. Her kisses are both truthful and deceitful, just like the infamous fruit from the Garden of Eden. Lola enjoys strolling by herself, seemingly indifferent to the waves of attention and affection that she generates in others, and the singer cannot resist following her every move. He acknowledges that Lola drains his energy like a magnet and spins his world around, causing him to feel half-alive and half-lost. The song ends with the singer admitting that he does not know where Lola is headed, but he will continue to pursue her and embrace the thrill of living through her.
One possible interpretation of the song is that it depicts the allure and danger of lust, as personified by Lola. The singer is aware that his attraction to Lola is not entirely based on genuine love or compatibility, but rather on the thrill of the chase and the carnal pleasures that Lola represents. He is willing to sacrifice his dignity, logic, and possibly even his soul for the chance to be close to Lola. However, he also realizes that such an obsession can be addicting and self-destructive, like a drug that drains one's vitality and robs one of free will.
Another interpretation is that "Lola Lola" is a tribute to the power of feminine beauty and independence, as personified by Lola. In this reading, Lola is not a mere object of male desire, but a confident and free-spirited woman who enjoys walking alone and defying social norms. The singer is charmed by Lola's inner strength and charisma, and is drawn to her energy and vitality. He is not possessive or jealous of Lola, but rather admires and respects her. He is aware that Lola is not obligated to reciprocate his feelings, but chooses to follow her nonetheless, hoping to learn from her example and live life to the fullest.
Overall, "Lola Lola" is a catchy and upbeat song that invites the listener to join Ricky Martin's pursuit of passion and adventure, while also acknowledging the risks and rewards of such a journey.
Line by Line Meaning
Tus ojitos picoteando toda mi piel
Your little eyes pecking at my skin
Tus andares provocando mi castidad
Your way of walking provoking my chastity
Tus besos mitad mentira y mitad verdad
Your kisses half lie and half truth
Saben a manzana del paraíso se Adán
Tasting like the apple of paradise to Adam
Sola, sola
Alone, alone
Te gusta pasear
You like to stroll
Lola, Lola
Lola, Lola
Para provocar una ola
To provoke a wave
Una ola
A wave
Una ola del mar
A wave of the sea
¿Pa dónde vas?
Where are you going?
Qué más da, yo sigo detrás
What does it matter, I follow behind
Pegado a ti
Stuck to you
Solo sé que voy a vivir
I only know that I'm going to live
Y te bebes mi energía sin respirar
And you drink my energy without breathing
Y el mundo gira y gira detrás de ti
And the world spins and spins behind you
La luna se me clava en el corazón
The moon pierces my heart
Medio moribundo sigo al son de tu son
Half dead, I follow the beat of your sound
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Robi Rosa, K.C. Porter, Luis Gomez Escobar, Ian Blake
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@DURGESH203
Ricky Martin
Tus ojitos picoteando toda mi piel
Tus andares provocando mi castidad
Tus besos mitad mentira, mitad verdad
Saben a manzana del paraíso se adán
Sola, sola
Te gusta pasear
Lola, Lola
Para provocar una ola
Una ola del mar
Lola, Lola ay
Pa'donde vas?
Que más da, yo sigo detrás
Lola, Lola ay
Pegado a ti
Solo se que voy a vivir
Tu bebes mi energía sin respirar
Y el mundo gira y gira detrás de ti
La luna se me clava en el corazón
Medio moribundo sigo al son de tu son
Sola, sola ay
@desireeblasi4086
Tus ojitos picoteando toda mi piel
Tus andares provocando mi castidad
Tus besos mitad mentira y mitad verdad
Saben a manzana del paraíso se Adán
Sola, sola
Te gusta pasear
Lola, Lola
Para provocar una ola
Una ola
Una ola del mar
Lola, Lola ay
¿Pa dónde vas?
Qué más da, yo sigo detrás
Lola, Lola ay
Pegado a ti
Solo sé que voy a vivir
Y te bebes mi energía sin respirar
Y el mundo gira y gira detrás de ti
La luna se me clava en el corazón
Medio moribundo sigo al son de tu son
Sola, sola
Te gusta pasear
Lola, Lola
Para provocar una ola
Una ola
Una ola del mar
Lola, Lola ay
¿Pa dónde vas?
Qué más da, yo sigo detrás
Lola, Lola ay
Pegado a ti
Solo sé que voy a vivir
Lola, Lola ay
¿Pa dónde vas?
Qué más da, yo sigo detrás
Lola, Lola ay
Pegado a ti
Solo sé que voy a vivir
Lola, Lola ay
¿Pa dónde vas?
Lola, Lola ay
Yo sigo detrás
Lola, Lola ay
Pegado a ti
Lola, Lola ay
Voy a vivir
@TheJacobiko
Tus ojitos picoteando toda mi piel
Tus andares provocando mi castidad
Tus besos mitad mentira, mitad verdad
Saben a manzana del paraiso de adan
Sola, sola
Te gusta pasear
Lola, Lola
Para provocar una ola
Una ola del mar
@DURGESH203
Lola, Lola
Your eyes pecking all my skin
Tus ojitos picoteando toda mi piel
Your gait provoking my chastity
Tus andares provocando mi castidad
Your kisses half lie, half truth
Tus besos mitad mentira, mitad verdad
They know apple of paradise is adam
Saben a manzana del paraíso se adán
Alone, alone
Sola, sola
Do you like to walk
Te gusta pasear
Lola, Lola
Lola, Lola
To cause a wave
Para provocar una ola
A wave of the sea
Una ola del mar
Lola, Lola ay
Lola, Lola ay
Where are you going?
Pa'donde vas?
What's the matter, I'm still behind
Que más da, yo sigo detrás
Lola, Lola ay
Lola, Lola ay
Stick to you
Pegado a ti
I only know that I'm going to live
Solo se que voy a vivir
You drink my energy without breathing
Tu bebes mi energía sin respirar
And the world turns and turns behind you
Y el mundo gira y gira detrás de ti
The moon sticks in my heart
La luna se me clava en el corazón
Half dying I follow the sound of your son
Medio moribundo sigo al son de tu son
Alone, alone
Sola, sola ay
Songwriters: Robi Rosa / K.C. Porter / Luis Gomez Escobar
Lola, Lola lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc, Universal Music Publishing Group
@lemonauraify
This has to be in the top ten of the best songs ever made. It's energy, passion and danceability!
@zakkhan7939
Yes❤👍
@ariaswavementor
Yes yes yes yes. It IS the best!!!!!!!
@InzoOO
i agree 💥
@estebanrufino1094
Vine por que mi vieja cuando era chico ponía esto para limpiar la casa... y veo que no soy el único que le trae remembranza este disco.. grande Ricky muy latino.
@DURGESH203
Ricky Martin
Tus ojitos picoteando toda mi piel
Tus andares provocando mi castidad
Tus besos mitad mentira, mitad verdad
Saben a manzana del paraíso se adán
Sola, sola
Te gusta pasear
Lola, Lola
Para provocar una ola
Una ola del mar
Lola, Lola ay
Pa'donde vas?
Que más da, yo sigo detrás
Lola, Lola ay
Pegado a ti
Solo se que voy a vivir
Tu bebes mi energía sin respirar
Y el mundo gira y gira detrás de ti
La luna se me clava en el corazón
Medio moribundo sigo al son de tu son
Sola, sola ay
@michaelchang9887
Ay Que Buen Cancion Una Abrauso
@thaliafancollection9123
Gracias por subir las letras, saludos desde Turquía
@Bushehri1
Thank you 😊 💓
@miguelamendez6230
Cada que la escucho esta hermosa canción, mi mente y corazón, se estremecen, y viajan al año 1998...
Creo que está claro, que me recuerda.