Ricky Martin started his musical journey at 12 years old with the boy band called Menudo. He stayed with the band from 1984 to 1989. Ricky’s early fame came from the band; however, after he left the band and pursued a solo career, he had a breakthrough. Some of his chart-topping singles include: ‘Livin’ la Vida Loca,’ ‘The Cup of Life’ (the 1998 FIFA World Cup anthem), and ‘She Bangs’.

Ricky’s 1999 song ‘Livin’ la Vida Loca’ became a cultural event, and the song topped charts worldwide. It is considered that this song paved the way for Latin music to come into the mainstream.

As of 2026, Ricky Martin’s net worth is USD 130 million, notes Celebrity Net Worth.