Career Timeline of Bobby Pulido: Major Achievements and Milestones
Discover the career path of Bobby Pulido, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Bobby Pulido, born José Roberto Pulido Jr., is an American singer, songwriter, guitarist, actor, and political candidate known for popularizing Tejano music among a younger audience. His influence led to his status as a teen idol and one of the most impactful Tejano recording artists for Mexican-American teenagers. He is considered a pioneer in making Tejano music appeal to a younger generation.
1994: Collaboration on "Contigo" for Branding Icons Compilation
In 1994, EMI Latin released a compilation album titled Branding Icons, which featured Bobby Pulido's collaboration with his father, Roberto Pulido, on the song "Contigo".
May 1995: Recording Agreement with EMI Latin
In May 1995, Bobby Pulido signed a recording agreement with EMI Latin, leading to the release of his debut album, Desvelado, in September.
December 1995: Debut Single Chart Performance
In December 1995, Bobby Pulido's debut single "No Se Por Que" peaked at number 33 on the United States Billboard Hot Latin Tracks chart.
1995: Debut as a frontman and Recording Contract with EMI Latin
In 1995, Bobby Pulido debuted as the frontman of his own band and signed a recording contract with EMI Latin. In the same year, he released his debut album, Desvelado, which achieved significant chart success and platinum certification, though drawing criticism from veteran musicians.
April 1996: Peak Chart Position for Desvelado
In April 1996, Bobby Pulido's album Desvelado peaked at number nine on the Top Latin Albums chart and number three on the Billboard Regional Mexican Albums chart.
1997: Awarded Most Promising Band of the Year
In 1997, Bobby Pulido was awarded the Most Promising Band of the Year award at the Tejano Music Awards, solidifying his role in introducing Tejano music to a younger demographic in the US.
September 1998: Release of En Vivo: Desde Monterrey Mexico
In September 1998, Bobby Pulido released his first live album, En Vivo: Desde Monterrey Mexico, recorded on April 24, 1998, which became his fourth top-ten US recording.
1998: Sold-out Performance and Multiple Awards
In 1998, Bobby Pulido performed a sold-out concert at the Auditorio Coca-Cola in Monterrey, becoming the first Tejano artist to do so. Pulido was also awarded the Male Entertainer of the Year at the Tejano Music Awards for the third consecutive year.
February 1999: Awarded Orgullo de la Frontera
In February 1999, Bobby Pulido became the youngest recipient of the Orgullo de la Frontera award from Fiestas Mexicanas.
March 1999: Release of El Cazador
In March 1999, Bobby Pulido released his fourth studio album, El Cazador, which produced the top-thirty Regional Mexican Airplay single "Cantarle a Ella".
April 1999: Interest in Latin Pop Album
In an April 1999 interview, Bobby Pulido expressed interest in recording a Latin pop album, but was resolute about not crossing over and recording English-language albums.
1999: Desvelado Reaches 100,000 Units in Sales
By the end of 1999, the album Desvelado by Bobby Pulido reached sales of 100,000 units.
March 2000: Release of Zona de Peligro
In March 2000, Bobby Pulido released the album Zona de Peligro, which failed to achieve the same commercial success as his previous works. However, he won the Tejano Music Award for Male Entertainer of the Year.
March 2001: Release of Siempre Pensando En Ti
In March 2001, Bobby Pulido released his sixth studio album, Siempre Pensando En Ti, which peaked at number 50 on the Top Latin Albums chart and marked his final recording to impact a music chart on Billboard.
2003: Last Nomination for Tejano Music Award
Bobby Pulido's nomination in 2010 for Dias de Ayer was his first Tejano Music Award nomination since 2003.
2003: Acting Debut in La Decada Furiosa
In 2003, Bobby Pulido made his acting debut in the telenovela television movie La Decada Furiosa, in which he played himself.
April 2005: Performance at Selena ¡VIVE!
In April 2005, Bobby Pulido performed and recorded "Ya Ves" for the live televised benefit concert, Selena ¡VIVE!.
August 2007: Release of Enfermo de Amor
In August 2007, Bobby Pulido released his album Enfermo de Amor, which received mixed reviews. Following the album's release, he guest-starred in the telenovela series Fuego en La Sangre.
2007: Commercial Disappointment with Enfermo de Amor
In 2007, Bobby Pulido faced commercial disappointment with his album Enfermo de Amor, leading to a three-year hiatus.
2010: Return with Dias de Ayer and Noches Con Platanito Appearance
In 2010, Bobby Pulido released Dias de Ayer after a three-year hiatus and also appeared in the film Noches Con Platanito.
2010: Release of Dias de Ayer
In 2010, Bobby Pulido returned to recording music and released the album Dias de Ayer in March, which earned him a nomination for the Tejano Music Award for Male Vocalist of the Year, his first since 2003.
2013: Collaboration with Henry Santos and Appearance on Noches con Platanito
In 2013, Bobby Pulido collaborated with Henry Santos on the song "No Sé Vivir Sin Tí" and guest-starred in two episodes of the talk show Noches con Platanito.
2014: Role in Qué pobres tan ricos
In 2014, Bobby Pulido landed a regular, minor role as himself in the telenovela Qué pobres tan ricos.
November 2015: Release of "No Es Como Tú"
In November 2015, Bobby Pulido released "No Es Como Tú", a track from his twelfth studio album, Hoy, which marked his first album as sole songwriter.
May 2016: Performance of "Si No Te Hubiera Conocido"
In a May 2016 concert, Bobby Pulido performed "Si No Te Hubiera Conocido", a song he recorded with Miguel Luna that had been shelved.
2022: Latin Grammy Award for Para Que Baile Mi Pueblo
At the 2022 Latin Grammy Awards, Bobby Pulido won Best Tejano Album for his album, Para Que Baile Mi Pueblo.
November 2024: Announcement of Retirement from Music
In November 2024, Bobby Pulido announced his retirement from music to pursue a career in politics after a farewell tour.
2024: Farewell Tour Announcement and Political Ambitions
In 2024, Bobby Pulido announced his plans for a farewell tour, after which he intends to run for public office in Texas.
January 2025: Start of Farewell Tour
Bobby Pulido's farewell tour is slated to start in January 2025, before his transition to a career in politics.
2025: Second Latin Grammy Award
At the 2025 Latin Grammy Awards, Bobby Pulido won his second Latin Grammy for Best Tejano Album for his album, Bobby Pulido & Friends: Una Tuya y Una Mía (Vol. 1/En Vivo).
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