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Eros Ramazzotti
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| Birth name | Eros Walter Luciano Ramazzotti |
| Born | 28 October 1963 Rome, Italy |
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| Years active | 1981–present |
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Eros Walter Luciano Ramazzotti is a famous Italian pop singer and songwriter. He was born on October 28, 1963, in Rome, Italy. Eros is very popular in Italy, many European countries, and in Spanish-speaking parts of the world. This is because he releases most of his albums in both Italian and Spanish.
Since 1984, Ramazzotti has released many albums and singles. He has sold over 70 million records during his 40-year career. He has also sung duets with many well-known artists. These include Cher, Tina Turner, Andrea Bocelli, Anastacia, and Ricky Martin.
Eros Ramazzotti became famous internationally in 1993 with his album Tutte storie. This album sold five million copies and was a top-five hit in many countries. His unique voice, which is strong and clear, and his energetic songs make him very popular. His songs are often passionate ballads about his own life, with a soft-rock sound.
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Early Life and Music Dreams
Growing Up in Rome (1963–1981)
Eros Ramazzotti grew up in Cinecittà Est, a suburb of Rome. His father, Rodolfo, worked in construction, and his mother, Raffaela, was a housewife. He was named after Eros, the Greek god of love.
Eros started playing the guitar when he was just seven years old. As a teenager, he wrote songs with his father, who loved music and played the piano. He wanted to study music formally but did not pass the entrance exam for a music school. He then tried studying bookkeeping but left that too. He often appeared as an extra in movies, always dreaming of becoming a pop star.
In 1981, Eros took part in a music contest called Voci Nuove di Castrocaro. He sang his own song, "Rock 80." Even though he didn't win, he reached the final. Two record label representatives liked his performance and offered him his first contract with DDD. He then moved to Milan with his brother and mother to start his music career.
Becoming a Star
First Steps to Success (1982–1986)
Eros Ramazzotti's first single, "Ad un amico" (meaning "To a Friend"), came out in 1982. It wasn't a big hit. Soon after, he met Renato Brioschi, who helped him prepare for the famous Sanremo Festival.
In 1984, Eros won the Newcomers' category at the Sanremo Festival with his song "Terra promessa" (meaning "Promised Land"). This song was then released across Europe and became very popular.
He returned to the Sanremo Festival in 1985 with "Una storia importante" (meaning "An Important Story"). This song was from his first album, Cuori agitati (meaning "Troubled Hearts"). Even though it only placed sixth, "Una storia importante" became a huge hit in many European countries, selling a million copies in France.
His second album, Nuovi eroi (meaning "New Heroes"), was released in 1986. It earned two Platinum awards in Switzerland and Gold status in Germany. In 1986, Eros won the Sanremo Festival again with his song "Adesso tu" (meaning "Now You") from the Nuovi eroi album.
Gaining More Fans (1987–1994)
In 1987, Eros Ramazzotti went on a nine-month tour after releasing his third album, In certi momenti (meaning "Sometimes"). He performed for over a million people. This album sold more than 3 million copies worldwide.
In May 1988, he released a mini-album called Musica è (meaning "Music Is"). His fifth album, In ogni senso (meaning "In Every Sense"), came out in April 1990. Many journalists from around the world attended its launch in Venice.
An American music producer, Clive Davis, suggested Eros perform at the Radio City Music Hall in New York City. Eros became the first Italian artist to perform there, selling out the show. He also appeared on TV shows like The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. In ogni senso earned many Gold and Platinum awards worldwide.
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In 1991, he released a double-CD called Eros in Concert, followed by another long tour. In 1993, he released Tutte storie (meaning "All Stories"). He toured in Europe and 15 Latin American countries, where he also released his Spanish albums. That November, he performed "Cose della vita" (meaning "Things of Life") at the MTV Europe Music Awards in Berlin. Tutte storie was a top-5 album in many European countries and sold five million copies worldwide. This success helped him get a contract with BMG International.
Global Success and Duets
Reaching a Worldwide Audience (1995–2002)
In the summer of 1995, Eros Ramazzotti joined other famous artists like Rod Stewart and Elton John at a European summer festival. On May 13, 1996, he released Dove c'è musica (meaning "Where There Is Music"), his first album that he produced himself.
In October 1997, he released Eros – Greatest Hits. This album included two new songs and new versions of old hits. One famous duet was "Cose Delle Vita-Can't Stop Thinking of You" with Tina Turner. This collection became a number one hit in many countries, selling 1.2 million copies in its first week. It sold over five million copies in Europe alone. That year, Eros won "Best International Male Artist of the Year" at Germany's Echo Music Awards.
In 1998, he released the live CD Eros Live, which featured duets with Tina Turner and Joe Cocker. In 1999, he sang "Nel Cuore Lei" (meaning "In Your Heart") with Andrea Bocelli for Bocelli's album, Sogno (meaning "Dream"). This album sold over 10 million copies worldwide, making Eros even more recognized. He won "Best International Male Artist of the Year" again at the Echo Music Awards in 1999.
In October 2000, he released his eighth studio album, Stilelibero (meaning "Freestyle"). This album included a duet with the American singer Cher, called "Più che puoi" (meaning "As Much As You Can"). The album was a top-5 hit across Europe and sold over two million copies there. During his tour for Stilelibero, Eros performed sold-out concerts in Moscow, Russia.
Continued Music Journey (2003–Present)
On May 30, 2003, Eros released his ninth studio album, 9. The first single, "Un'emozione per sempre" (meaning "An Emotion Forever"), was number one in Italy for 14 weeks. The album stayed at number one in Italy for nine weeks and sold 3 million copies worldwide. He then started a world tour with 100 shows.
On October 28, 2005, his birthday, Eros released his 10th album, Calma apparente (meaning "Apparent Calm"). This album quickly went Platinum in Europe. It included the hit duet "I Belong to You" with American singer Anastacia, which reached number one in several countries. Eros is especially popular in Germany, Switzerland, Austria, France, and many Spanish-speaking countries.
In October 2007, Eros released a new double-CD album called e². It had new songs and remastered versions of old ones. It also featured artists like Carlos Santana and Ricky Martin. The new duet with Ricky Martin, "Non siamo soli" (meaning "We're Not Alone"), became a number one hit in Italy.
Eros's 11th album, Ali e radici (meaning "Wings and Roots"), came out on May 22, 2009. The first single, "Parla con me" (meaning "Talk to Me"), was a catchy pop song that topped the charts in Italy. The album was a top-5 hit in many European countries.
His album, Noi, was released in November 2012. It featured duets with Andy Garcia and Nicole Scherzinger. The first single, "Un angelo disteso al sole," was a top-5 hit in Italy. The album Noi has sold over 240,000 copies in Italy.
Eros's next album, Perfetto, was released on May 12, 2015. It had 14 songs recorded in Los Angeles, Milan, and Rome. The first single was "Alla Fine Del Mondo."
His 14th studio album, Vita ce n'è, was released on November 23, 2018. It included duets with Alessia Cara and Luis Fonsi. In its first week, Vita ce n'è reached number one in Italy.
Over his 25-year career, Eros Ramazzotti has sold over 55 million records worldwide.
Personal Life
Eros Ramazzotti is a very private person. He has a small group of close friends. He has shared that he had a humble childhood. He remembers being very shy when he first started his music career in the early 1980s. He was so shy he would avoid going to restaurants alone.
Even though he was born in Rome, Eros is a big fan of the Juventus football club. On March 26, 2012, he received a special star from club legend Pavel Nedvěd for being such a loyal supporter.
His autobiography, co-written with Luca Bianchini, was published on April 13, 2006.
Family Life
Eros Ramazzotti was married to Swiss model and actress Michelle Hunziker from 1998 to 2002. They have a daughter named Aurora Sophie, who was born on December 5, 1996. His 1996 hit song "Più bella cosa" was dedicated to Michelle, and his song "L'Aurora" in 1997 was for his newborn daughter.
Eros remarried Italian model and actress Marica Pellegrinelli on June 6, 2014. They have a daughter, Raffaela Maria (born August 3, 2011), and a son, Gabrio Tullio (born March 14, 2015).
Discography
- Cuori agitati (1985)
- Nuovi eroi (1986)
- In certi momenti (1987)
- Musica è (1988)
- In ogni senso (1990)
- Tutte storie (1993)
- Dove c'è musica (1996)
- Stilelibero (2000)
- 9 (2003)
- Calma apparente (2005)
- Ali e radici (2009)
- Noi (2012)
- Perfetto (2015)
- Vita ce n'è (2018)
- Battito Infinito (2022)
Awards and Recognitions
Eros Ramazzotti has received many awards for his music. He has won "Best Italian Artist" three times (1997, 2001, and 2004) at the World Music Awards. He also won "Best Italian Pop/Rock Male Artist" in 2003. At the Echo Awards, he won "International Male Artist of the Year" six times (1997, 1998, 1999, 2002, 2004, 2013).
See also
In Spanish: Eros Ramazzotti para niños
- List of estimated best-selling Italian music artists
- List of best-selling Latin music artists
