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Draco Rosa

Draco Rosa, born Robert Edward Rosa Suárez, is a Puerto Rican singer, songwriter and producer who moved from boy-band fame to a long career in Spanish-language rock.

Origins

Born on Long Island to Puerto Rican parents and raised in Ponce, he joined Menudo in 1984 and sang lead on its US hit "Hold Me". He later recorded in Brazil, fronted the band Maggie's Dream and relaunched his solo career with Frío in 1994.

The sound

His records mix alternative rock with poetic, dark-toned lyrics and Latin and Caribbean touches, from the Phil Manzanera-produced Vagabundo to later acoustic and spiritual work.

Legacy

He wrote and produced many of Ricky Martin's global hits, including "Livin' la Vida Loca" and "María". His duets album Vida won Album of the Year at the 2013 Latin Grammys and the Grammy for Best Latin Pop Album, and in 2026 he is nominated for Best Rock Song ("Montserrat") and Best Pop/Rock Album (Olas de Luz).