In 1998, the world of salsa was painted black by the farewell of a great: Frankie Ruiz.
On a day like today, but in 1998, the salsa singer Frankie Ruiz said goodbye to this earthly world. Considered one of the most important artists of the genre, he left a legacy that remains intact in the entertainment industry.
His fans and the various salsa venues continue to honor his memory, where his musical successes cannot be missed. The artist’s influence remains alive, remembering his invaluable contribution to music.
It’s been 26 years since Frankie Ruiz’s death: his three best musical hits
‘The Wheel’ is considered by many to be the best song of Frankie Ruiz and the one that brought him worldwide fame. It was released in 1989 and belongs to the album ‘Los grandes de la salsa’.
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‘Tu con él’ is also among his top three hits. This song remains one of the most requested by salsa lovers. It was released in 1985 for the album ‘Esta cobardía’.
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A true salsa anthem is ‘Mi libertad’, which quickly became a hit due to its deep and sentimental lyrics. The song was released in 1992 for the album of the same name.
Who was Frankie Ruiz?
Frankie Ruiz was a Puerto Rican singer known as ‘The Father of Salsa’. He was born on March 10, 1958 in Paterson, New Jersey, but grew up in Puerto Rico. He began his musical career at an early age and rose to fame in the 1980s, becoming a prominent figure in the salsa genre.
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Some of his most popular songs include ‘La cura’, ‘Desnúdate mujer’ and ‘Tú con él’. His unique style and charisma on stage led him to gain a large number of followers internationally.
Despite his success, his personal life Ruiz was marked by problems that affected both her health and her career. She passed away on August 9, 1998, at the age of 40, due to complications with her health. Even so, her musical legacy lives on and continues to be an important influence in the world of salsa.
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