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The song recounts a tragic Romani legend about a woman who makes a deal with the Moon to find a husband.
Sarah Brightman ’s rendition of (Son of the Moon) is a centerpiece of her 2000 album, La Luna , showcasing her signature classical crossover style. Originally a 1986 synth-pop hit by the Spanish group Mecano, Brightman transforms the track into a haunting orchestral ballad that leans heavily into her operatic training. Vocal Performance & Style Sarah Brightman - Hijo de la luna
: The story ends with the Moon claiming the child; when the Moon is full, the child is happy, and when it wanes to a crescent, it is to serve as a cradle for the crying baby. Critical Reception The song recounts a tragic Romani legend about
: The song helped cement Brightman’s status as the world's best-selling soprano, particularly in international markets where her ability to sing in multiple languages (including this track’s original Spanish) was highly valued. Vocal Performance & Style : The story ends
Critics often note that Brightman’s interpretation of this track is reminiscent of Kate Bush , utilizing her soprano range to create an ethereal, almost otherworldly atmosphere.
: She glides between tender, pop-inflected verses and powerful, high-soaring operatic choruses.
: When the child is born with pale skin and grey eyes (an albino), the father suspects infidelity and kills the mother, abandoning the infant on a mountain.
