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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 (born 28 October 1963) is a super famous Italian pop singer and songwriter. He is very popular in Italy and many European countries. He is also a big star in Spanish-speaking countries. 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 60 million records in his 40-year career! He has sung duets with many famous artists. These include Cher, Tina Turner, Andrea Bocelli, Anastacia, and Ricky Martin.
Eros first became famous worldwide in 1993. This was with his album Tutte storie. It sold five million copies! This success helped him get a big record deal in 1994. People love his unique voice, which is strong and clear. They also love his catchy, emotional songs. These songs often tell stories from his own life.
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About Eros Ramazzotti
Early Life and First Steps in Music (1963–1981)
Eros Ramazzotti was born in Cinecittà Est, a part of Rome, Italy. His dad, Rodolfo, worked in construction. His mom, Raffaela, was a housewife. Eros started playing the guitar when he was just seven years old. As a teenager, he wrote songs with his dad, who loved music.
He wanted to go to a music school, but he didn't pass the entrance exam. So, he started studying bookkeeping, but he quit that too. He sometimes worked as an extra in movies. All the while, he dreamed of becoming a pop star.
In 1981, Eros entered 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 him. They gave Eros his first music contract! He then moved to Milan with his brother and mom.
Becoming a Star (1982–1986)
Eros released his first song, "Ad un amico" (meaning "To a Friend"), in 1982. It wasn't a big hit. But soon after, he met Renato Brioschi. Renato helped Eros prepare for the famous Sanremo Festival in 1984.
His song, "Terra promessa" (meaning "Promised Land"), won the "Newcomers" category! This song then became popular all over Europe.
In 1985, Eros went back to the Sanremo Festival. He sang "Una storia importante" (meaning "An Important Story"). This song was from his first album, Cuori agitati. It only placed sixth at the festival. But "Una storia importante" became a huge hit across Europe! It sold a million copies in France alone.
His second album, Nuovi eroi (meaning "New Heroes"), came out in 1986. It earned two Platinum awards in Switzerland. It also got Gold status in Germany. At his third Sanremo Festival in 1986, his song "Adesso tu" (meaning "Now You") won the whole competition!
Growing Popularity (1987–1994)
In 1987, Eros went on a nine-month tour. This was after his third album, In certi momenti (meaning "Sometimes"). He performed for over a million people! This album sold more than 3 million copies worldwide.
His fifth album, In ogni senso (meaning "In Every Sense"), was released in 1990. Many journalists from all over the world came to its launch in Venice. An American music producer, Clive Davis, suggested Eros perform in New York City.
Eros became the first Italian artist to perform at the famous Radio City Music Hall! The show was sold out. However, he was a bit sad to find that most of the audience were Italian-Americans. He had hoped for a wider audience. During this trip, Eros also appeared on US TV shows. 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. This was followed by another long tour. In 1993, he released Tutte storie (meaning "All Stories"). He toured in Europe and 15 Latin American countries. That November, Eros performed at the MTV Europe Music Awards in Berlin. Tutte storie became a Top-5 album in many European countries. It sold five million copies worldwide! This huge success helped him get a contract with BMG International.
Global Success (1995–2002)
In 1995, Eros performed at European summer festivals. He shared the stage with stars like Rod Stewart and Elton John. His album, Dove c'è musica (meaning "Where There Is Music"), came out in 1996. This was his first album that he produced himself. It sold six million copies!
In October 1997, he released Eros – Greatest Hits. This album had two new songs and new versions of old hits. One new version was "Cose Delle Vita-Can't Stop Thinking of You" with Tina Turner. This collection reached No. 1 in many countries. It sold 1.2 million copies in its first week! The album sold over five million copies in Europe alone. Eros won "Best International Male Artist of the Year" at Germany's Echo Music Awards.
In 1998, he released the live CD Eros Live. It included duets with Tina Turner and Joe Cocker. In 1999, Eros sang "Nel Cuore Lei" with Andrea Bocelli for Bocelli's album. This album sold over 10 million copies worldwide. Eros won "Best International Male Artist of the Year" again in 1999. He has sung with many famous artists like Cher, Carlos Santana, and Luciano Pavarotti.
In October 2000, he released his eighth album, Stilelibero (meaning "Freestyle"). It included a duet with the American singer Cher, called "Più che puoi". This album reached the Top-5 in Europe. It sold over two million copies in Europe. During his tour for Stilelibero, Eros performed sold-out concerts in Moscow, Russia.
Continued Success (2003–Present)
On 30 May 2003, Eros released his ninth album, 9. The first song, "Un'emozione per sempre" (meaning "An Emotion Forever"), was No. 1 in Italy for 14 weeks! The album 9 stayed at No. 1 in Italy for nine weeks. It sold 3 million copies, with 1.1 million sold in Italy alone. He started a world tour with 100 shows.
On 28 October 2005, Eros released his 10th album, Calma apparente (meaning "Apparent Calm"). This was on his birthday! The album quickly sold over one million copies in Europe. It includes the hit duet "I Belong to You" with American singer Anastacia. This song went to No. 1 in several countries. Eros is very popular in Germany, Switzerland, Austria, France, and many Spanish-speaking countries.
In 2007, Eros released a new double-CD album called e². It had new songs and remastered old ones. It also featured artists like Carlos Santana and Wyclef Jean. One new song was "Non siamo soli" (meaning "We're Not Alone") with Latin pop star Ricky Martin. This song became the first single from the album. It reached the top spot in Italy.
Eros's 11th album, Ali e radici (meaning Wings and Roots), came out on 22 May 2009. The first song, "Parla con me" ("Talk to Me"), was a catchy pop song. It reached No. 1 in Italy. The album entered the Top-5 in many countries and was No. 1 in Italy and Switzerland.
His album, Noi, was released in November 2012. It had 14 songs, including duets with Andy Garcia and Nicole Scherzinger. The first song, "Un angelo disteso al sole," reached No. 5 in Italy. The album Noi sold over 240,000 copies in Italy.
Eros's next album, Perfetto, came out in May 2015. It had 14 songs recorded in Los Angeles, Milan, and Rome. The first song was "Alla Fine Del Mondo."
His 14th album, Vita ce n'è (meaning "There Is Life"), was released in November 2018. It included duets with Alessia Cara and Luis Fonsi. In its first week, Vita ce n'è went to No. 1 in Italy.
Over his 25-year career, Eros has sold over 55 million records worldwide!
Personal Life
Eros Ramazzotti likes to keep his personal life private. He has a small group of close friends. He grew up in a poor family. He remembers:
When I was a child, there were no books at home. No one taught me how to have a good conversation. I didn't get any guidance to find myself. The only information from my father was inappropriate photos of women. The first support I got from my father was a guitar, after he saw how much I loved music. Now, I try to learn by buying good books. But I almost never read them because I get lazy after watching a football game on TV.
Eros also remembers being very shy when he was young, before he became famous:
When I went to Milan to improve my music skills, I was so shy. I was terrified of going to restaurants by myself. So, I would go without eating the whole time I was in Milan.
Even though he was born in Rome, Eros is a big fan of the Juventus FC football team. In 2012, he received a special star from a club legend for being such a loyal fan.
His autobiography, a book about his life, was published in 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, born in 1996. Eros dedicated his 1996 hit song "Più bella cosa" to Michelle. His song "L'Aurora" in 1997 was for his newborn daughter.
Eros remarried in 2014 to Italian model and actress Marica Pellegrinelli. They have a daughter, Raffaela Maria (born 2011), and a son, Gabrio Tullio (born 2015).
Music Albums
- Cuori agitati (Troubled Hearts) (1985)
- Nuovi eroi (New Heroes) (1986)
- In certi momenti (At Certain Times) (1987)
- Musica è (Music Is) (1988)
- In ogni senso (In Every Sense) (1990)
- Tutte storie (All Stories) (1993)
- Dove c'è musica (Where Music Is) (1996)
- Stilelibero (Freestyle) (2000)
- 9 (2003)
- Calma apparente (Apparent Calm) (2005)
- Ali e radici (Wings and Roots) (2009)
- Noi (We) (2012)
- Perfetto (Perfect) (2015)
- Vita ce n'è (There Is Life) (2018)
- Battito Infinito (Infinite Heartbeat) (2022)
Awards and Recognitions
Eros Ramazzotti has won many awards for his music. He has won "Best Italian Artist" three times at the World Music Awards. He also won "Best Italian Pop/Rock Male Artist." He has won "International Male Artist of the Year" six times at the Echo Awards!
See also
In Spanish: Eros Ramazzotti para niños
- List of estimated best-selling Italian music artists
- List of best-selling Latin music artists
