# Cuban singer Manolín González, the Doctor of Salsa, says goodbye to the stage

**Date:** 06/13/2021

The Cuban singer Manuel González Hernández, popularly known in the music world as Manolín, the "Doctor of Salsa," went to his social media to inform his followers that he is retiring forever from music, as he has managed to fulfill all his dreams.

"It has been a pleasure, but today I'm putting an end to it. My dreams are fulfilled. Today I officially inform you that I am retiring from music and public life. It was an immense pleasure to make music, a wonderful experience," Manolín reported.

The artist who popularized the song "La Bola" mentioned that it used to be a privilege to be famous, but now the true privilege was leading a private life, away from fame. "And it is to that life that I aspire and I focus myself enthusiastically and emotionally," he noted.

According to what the singer confessed, he will keep his YouTube channel open so that over time there is a record of his work and his contribution to music.

The musician, also known for songs such as Te conozco mascarita, Qué fina and Pelo suelto y carretera, thanked everyone who has followed him, supported him and enjoyed his music for so many years.

"You are the essential ones in this story. It has been a fantastic journey, which I will remember with joy for the rest of my life, there are so many beautiful and incredible memories of so many things experienced. My satisfaction is total," he said in reference to his time of glory, when "my songs were almost all hits and more than 95% of my concerts were completely full everywhere."

Manolín also had words of gratitude for his work team, his musicians and his production team:

"Music and fame were the delight of our youth. We touched the sky."

Since last year Manolín had left open the possibility of retiring from music, as he felt disappointed by the direction it had taken and how little quality and talent are valued nowadays.

"It may be that when I finish this album I'm currently recording, I will retire from music and dedicate myself to business. It's no longer worth making quality music, even if you make some money, it's no longer something grand, music has been invaded by crime at all levels," he wrote.