17 is the monumental 2008 greatest hits album by multi platinum recording artist Ricky Martin. The album's title embodies the successful evolution in his music throughout his 17 year-career and features 17 mega hits handpicked by the Superstar himself, of which 8 (1+7) have been chart-topping #1 hits: 'Mar¡a', 'Livin La Vida Loca',' She Bangs', 'Bella' (She's All I ever Had), 'Nobody Wants To Be Lonely' (Solo Quiero Amarte) duo with Christina Aguilera, Tu Recuerdo 'Live' featuring La Mari from the group Chambao and Tal Vez.
S**E
A great CD for fans and everybody else who loves music
This CD celebrates Ricky's magnificent 17 year (so far) career as a solo artist. The selections are hits taken from Ricky's many albums. Although many of the tracks are in Spanish, you don't need to understand all of the words to enjoy Ricky's performances of some of his most memorable music. For fans, there are remixes that were only available on a limited basis and the remastering of the tracks makes each song sound even better than you remember. Ricky's voice is clear and beautiful on these tracks. For those who believe that Ricky's career was only Livin' la Vida Loca, you will hear a versatile hit-maker who can memorably perform emotional ballads (Vuelve,Y Todo Queda en Nada), hot dance tracks (Maria, La Bomba), bittersweet introspection (Asignatura Pendiente) and contemporary songs (I Don't Care, It's Alright). Ricky is the greatest live performer I have ever seen and the delightful, live Tu Recuerdo (a huge hit)gives a hint of Ricky in concert when he is not dancing (which of course he does so well), but connecting with fellow musicians and the audience in a relatively quiet moment. You can even trace Ricky's development as a singer, with the very young voiced Ricky on Self Control transforming himself into the adult Ricky on Tal Vez. This is a great place to start listening to Ricky's Spanish songs and if you like it, I would suggest moving on to the CD Vuelve, which remains Ricky's masterpiece for me. I would love to hear something new from Ricky soon, but while we are waiting, 17 is a nice holiday gift from my favorite singer.
K**N
Ricky Martin 17
I am first and formost a Ricky Martin Fan,but what is not to love about Ricky Martin? He can sing,he is so,so sexy,he can wear Armami until the end of time. If you like or even love Latin Music,well this is only one of several of his 5 star CD's and when he starts to sing, you will melt,your heart starts skipping a beat,then come the hot flashes,well that is until you sit down and take a load off and let him sooo and ooooh you to the end. Great CD!
S**O
RICKY MARTIN/COLLECTIONS
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED CD FOR LOVERS OF LATIN AMERICAN MUSIC; N' MADE FOR ALL LOVERS OF RICKY MARTIN.THIS COMPILATION IS WELL SORTED INSOFAR AS SONGS WHICH WERE TAKEN OUT FROM DIFFERENT ALBUMS OF MR. MARTINS RECORDING CAREER. NJOI-ABLE TO NO END.....A MUST HAVE FOR ANYONES COLLECTION. GO OUT N BUY IT SOON.
K**G
2 buy or Not 2 Buy, It's Always Up to U.
As a best-of album, this album doesn't have any new songs. Nevertheless, there are three remixed songs that you can't find in his previous albums, they are "Que Dia es Hoy (Self-control Remix)", "La Bomba (Remix)" and "I Don't Care (Remix)". "QDEH" and "IDC" are just so-so, but the new version of "La Bomba" is pretty cool, just like the version Ricky performed during his Black & White Tour, this one is a speeded-up version.Therefore, if you are not a big fan of Ricky Martin, this album is obviously not so worth buying; but if you are, you should buy this to complete your collection.
C**N
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S**I
Ricky Martin at his BEST!
This CD delivers the very best of Ricky Martin. His signature upbeat tempos and fabulous vocals make this CD a MUST for every Ricky Martin fan! This CD spans many years of his hits and will get you dancing to the beat! I'm so glad I got this CD!
M**Z
Love Ricky Martin
Una recopilación muy bien seleccionada de sus éxitos.Recomiendo adquirirlo como pieza de colección.Sus mejores éxitos. Adelante siempre Ricky!
M**N
magokcen
I am disappointed. Ricky could have done better. The cd is in my car player to be used to pass the boring moments of long driving.
M**O
Ricky Martin
Bellissimo cd del grande Ricky Martin,da avere assolutamente ,tutto perfetto arrivato in tempi brevissimi.Grande come sempre Amazon 👍🏻👍🏻
N**I
Hits
17 Hits raccoglie i migliori successi del cantante portoricano. Peccato che mancano le hits Jaleo e Juramento!. Comunque la qualità è ottima
D**S
Genial recopilatorio
Gran disco recopilatoro que resume sus 17 años de carrera (en el momento de la publicación del disco) del artista latino más sensual de todos los tiempos.El envio y el estado del producto fueron excelentes.
U**A
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Non poteva mancare anche questo articolo alla mia collezione completa.Grazie per la celerità e l'ottimo prodotto.Comprerò ogni cosa qui molto volentieri.
N**N
17 Songs zum träumen
Auf dieser CD treten nicht nur die Superhits "Livin La Vida Loca" und "Maria" zum tanzen auf, sondern auch emotionale Songs wie "Tal Vez" "Vuelve". Ich habe sie mir gekauft und bin begeister davon.Diese CD ist ein muss für alle Ricky Martin Fans!
