In February 1998 the theme was released The cup of lifewhich was the official song of the 1998 soccer world cup in France. It became a hit that established the already on the rise Ricky Martin Worldwide.
The theme had already been featured on his hit album Returnfrom the previous year, but the intense airing during the soccer championship took it to the top.
It was made up of a successful duo
The song was originally in English and was composed by a dream-team of composers: Desmond Child and Robi “Draco” Rosa. Desmond was the author of, for example, of I was born to love you of kiss, Give love to a bad name by Bon Jovi e Angel by Aerosmith. Draco had composed Mary for Ricky Martin.
The Spanish lyrics were done by Luis Gómez-Escolara Spaniard who composed for Camilo Sesto, Miguel Bosé and Luis Miguel, as well as making adaptations for Raffaella Carrà, Eros Ramazzotti, Roberto Carlos and Roxette.
Trusted by FIFA
Ricky Martin was already known in the Latin world when he was chosen to perform the official song of the World Cup, but this opportunity brought him international recognition.
FIFA was trying to attract more audience by issuing official songs, and that’s why they chose Ricky Martin. In his biography, Ricky admitted it was quite a challenge, but he was encouraged to tackle it. Also, the Puerto Rican sang the song at the World Cup final in France.
“I have to admit the challenge made me a little nervous, but the huge potential for my career to grow was such that I decided to take it,” he said.
“It was a unique opportunity to introduce the allure of Latin music to the rest of the world,” he added.
heading upwards
The cup of life It was released several months before the start of the soccer world cup. The music video was directed by Wayne Isham, was filmed in Puerto Rico and aired in April 1998.
The phenomenon was so great that Ricky Martin performed the song at the 1999 Grammy Awards. The broadcast was watched by over 1 billion viewers from 87 countries. Subsequently, her next album debuted at the top of charts worldwide.
Soon in Argentina
Beyond the memory of The cup of life, Ricky Martin continues to be number one and fill stadiums around the world. This year has announced a new show in Argentina, with a completely different format. This is “Ricky Martin Sinfonico”, a new stage proposal that offers for the first time to the public in our country.
It is a concert with more than 60 musicians, who look back on their successes from 38 years ago. The Puerto Rican artist has already made a presentation with this format, in Los Angeles, in July, and achieved a resounding success during the concert with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, conducted by the Venezuelan Gustavo Dudamel.
“I have always dreamed of performing with a philharmonic and doing a classical music show. Being able to transform songs and present them in such a unique way is something I had the opportunity to experience this year in Los Angeles and it was truly wonderful,” the singer said.
The recital in the city of Buenos Aires will be held on November 28 and 30, plus December 1, at the Movistar Arena.
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Source: Clarin
