What makes Voy pa' encima by Frankie Ruiz notable?

The album solidified Ruiz's status in Latin music, featuring several hits that dominated salsa charts. 'Si no te hubieras ido' became a staple in dance halls, while the album itself received widespread acclaim for its production quality and emotional depth, influencing many subsequent salsa artists. Released in 1987, Voy pa' encima was Frankie Ruiz's third studio album, positioning him firmly as a leading figure in the salsa genre. Following the success of his previous album, this record showcased his growing popularity and artistic maturity during the peak of the salsa explosion in the U.S.

How many songs are on Voy pa' encima?

Voy pa' encima has 8 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Voy pa' encima

Frankie Ruiz · 1987

37 min · 8 tracks · salsa

A vibrant fusion of salsa rhythms and passionate bolero melodies, imbued with Frankie Ruiz's expressive vocal delivery.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Si no te hubieras ido — This track features a haunting melody complemented by Ruiz's heartfelt delivery, making it one of his signature songs that resonates deeply with listeners.
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Desnúdate mujer — With its catchy chorus and infectious rhythm, this song exemplifies Ruiz's ability to blend sensual lyrics with danceable beats, becoming a favorite at parties.
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Voy pa' encima — The title track showcases Ruiz’s dynamic vocal range and encapsulates the album's celebratory spirit, serving as an anthem for perseverance and joy.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong compositions and vibrant production, solidifying Ruiz's place in salsa music.

What we noticed

The album opens with a high-energy track, maintaining an upbeat tempo for the first four songs before introducing a slower bolero in 'Imposible amor'.
Each song features layered brass arrangements that are characteristic of salsa, with rhythmic percussion driving the danceable grooves.
Ruiz's vocal delivery is expressive and dynamic, often employing call-and-response techniques with backing vocals throughout the tracks.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

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.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Quiero llenarte 4:31
2 Si no te hubieras ido 4:55
3 Desnúdate mujer 4:49
4 Mujeres 4:07
5 No me hables mal de ella 5:00
6 Imposible amor 4:59
7 Quiero verte 4:29
8 Voy pa' encima 4:14

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