Synopsis
Alessandro Safina performs "Luna" in a dreamlike, moonlit setting rather than following a conventional narrative. The video combines close-ups of the tenor with celestial imagery, including the moon and night sky, creating a visual counterpart to the song's prayer-like appeal. Its atmosphere is romantic and contemplative, presenting Safina as a solitary figure addressing the moon while the imagery suggests longing, emotional vulnerability, and the enduring mystery of love.
Factoids & Trivia
- "Luna" was first released as a single in 1999 and later appeared on Safina's debut album, "Insieme A Te."
- The song was written by Italian composer Romano Musumarra, who also helped shape Safina's blend of operatic singing and contemporary pop.
- Safina has described "Luna" as a prayer addressed to the moon, an idea reflected directly in the video's celestial imagery.
- The single became a major international breakthrough in the Netherlands, where it reached No. 2 on the singles chart.
- "Luna" became closely associated with the Brazilian telenovela "O Clone." Safina also appeared in the series as himself.
- The song exists in several language versions, including English, Spanish, and Portuguese. The English adaptation is titled "Only You," although most of its lyrics remain in Italian.
- The official YouTube upload appeared on January 19, 2018, preserving the original-era video for a later online audience.