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La Bomba

Ricky Martin · 1998

30 min · 5 tracks · contemporary R&B ยท pop rock ยท reggae

A vibrant celebration of Latin rhythms and pop melodies, igniting dance floors with infectious energy.

La Bomba is a single by Ricky Martin, released in 1998. A vibrant celebration of Latin rhythms and pop melodies, igniting dance floors with infectious energy. 'La Bomba' became a commercial success, reaching high positions on dance charts and contributing to the Latin pop explosion of the late '90s. Its remixes brought new life to the song, influencing the dance-pop genre and inspiring numerous artists to explore Latin-infused sounds in their music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does La Bomba sound like?

A vibrant celebration of Latin rhythms and pop melodies, igniting dance floors with infectious energy. Rooted in contemporary R&B and pop rock.

What makes La Bomba by Ricky Martin notable?

'La Bomba' became a commercial success, reaching high positions on dance charts and contributing to the Latin pop explosion of the late '90s. Its remixes brought new life to the song, influencing the dance-pop genre and inspiring numerous artists to explore Latin-infused sounds in their music. By the time 'La Bomba' was released in November 1998, Ricky Martin had already achieved significant fame with his self-titled debut album and the hit single 'Livin' la Vida Loca.' This track marked a pivotal moment as it showcased his crossover appeal in both English and Spanish-speaking markets, further solidifying his status as a global pop icon.

How many songs are on La Bomba?

La Bomba has 5 tracks, running approximately 30 minutes.

Tracklist

5 tracks·30:18

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 La bomba (Spanglish remix) Standout 3:53
  • 2 La bomba (remix โ€“ radio edit) Standout 4:18
  • 3 La bomba (remix โ€“ dub mix) 7:47
  • 4 La bomba (remix โ€“ long version) Standout 9:44
  • 5 La bomba 4:33

Release Date

November 20, 1998

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

30 min 18 sec