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A Quien Quiera Escuchar

Ricky Martin · 2015

65 min · 16 tracks · contemporary R&B

A vibrant blend of Latin rhythms and heartfelt melodies that capture the essence of love and longing.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Adiós Start here — Opening the album, this track sets a reflective tone with its poignant lyrics about loss, showcasing Martin's ability to convey deep emotion through his vocal delivery.
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    Disparo al corazón — This song blends romantic yearning with infectious rhythms, exemplifying Martin's knack for creating danceable tracks that resonate emotionally.
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    La mordidita — With its lively beat and flirtatious lyrics, this track captures the playful side of love, making it a standout party anthem on the album.
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    A quien quiera escuchar — The title track serves as a declaration of authenticity and vulnerability, highlighting Martin's personal growth and commitment to openness in his artistry.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100
Lowland
Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The album blends Latin rhythms with heartfelt melodies but loses cohesion due to bonus and live tracks.

What we noticed

  • The first five tracks maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the sixth introduces a more upbeat rhythm with prominent percussion.
  • Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that build emotional intensity, particularly in the choruses.
  • The album includes three acoustic versions and live tracks, which shift the sonic texture but disrupt the flow of the original sequence.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
4/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • vibrant energy for celebrations
  • heartfelt moments of reflection
  • dynamic journey with live performances
  • wave-like pacing for engagement
  • infectious rhythms for dancing

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer straightforward single tracks
  • seek minimalistic soundscapes

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality after a hiatus, contributing to Latin pop's resurgence.
Themes
Latin love stories· vulnerable authenticity· danceable heartache
Career context
Released on February 10, 2015, A Quien Quiera Escuchar marks Ricky Martin's return to the music scene after a four-year hiatus following the album Música + Alma + Sexo. This album showcases his evolution as an artist, blending contemporary pop with traditional Latin elements while also embracing themes of vulnerability and introspection.
Stylistic neighbors
Marc Anthony· Shakira· Enrique Iglesias
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Tracklist

  • 1 Adiós Start here 4:00
  • 2 Disparo al corazón 3:50
  • 3 Isla bella 4:56
  • 4 Perdóname 4:01
  • 5 Náufrago 3:26
  • 6 La mordidita 3:32
  • 7 Cuanto me acuerdo de ti 3:31
  • 8 Mátame otra vez 4:03
  • 9 Nada 3:25
  • 10 A quien quiera escuchar 4:10
  • 11 Náufrago (acoustic version) 3:20
  • 12 Mátame otra vez (acoustic version) 4:03
  • 13 Nada (Dharmik version) 3:09
  • 14 Te extraño, te olvido, te amo (live version) 4:06
  • 15 Y todo queda en nada / Fuego de noche, nieve de día (live Medley) 4:38
  • 16 A medio vivir (live version) 6:53

What to play next

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Música + Alma + Sexo

2011

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