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Salsa is a Latin genre that has its roots in Afro-Caribbean musical traditions, especially Cuban music. In the late 1960s and early 1970s, Cuban and Puerto Rican immigrants in New York City began fusing songs like mambo, son cubano, cha-cha-chá, and rumba. It didn't emerge in a specific year; rather, it was an evolutionary process. Over the years, salsa has evolved from hard to romantic and catchy. More recently, salsa has intersected with reggaeton in collaborations with tropical and urban artists.

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Maelo Ruiz, born Ismael Ruiz Hernández on October 22, 1966 in New York, is a prominent romantic salsa singer and songwriter of Puerto Rican descent. Maelo Ruiz began his musical career at the age of 19 as the first voice of the Pedro Conga International Orchestra.

Throughout his career, Maelo Ruiz has released multiple albums that have been well received by the public and critics.

Maelo Ruiz has been recognized for his contribution to the cultural legacy of Latin Music. Maelo Ruiz's romantic salsa is as moving as Van Beethoven's.

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I Am Nothing Without You is a heartfelt Latin ballad full of longing and love. The lyrics are as emotional as a love letter and as intense as a final goodbye. The world music rhythm flows gently, evoking deep feelings while the jazz-influenced arrangement adds a touch of elegance.

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And It Hurt Me is a soulful Latin track filled with heartbreak and passion. The lyrics are as raw as an open wound and as honest as a late-night confession. The smooth jazz tones and world music rhythm blend beautifully, expressing deep pain with grace.