Mugler Couturissime Exhibition Preview and Reception, at the Brooklyn Museum in Brooklyn, New York, USA, 15 November 2022. 15 Nov 2022 Pictured: Lourdes Leon. Photo credit: KCS Presse / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342 (Mega Agency TagID: MEGA918370_039.jpg) [Photo via Mega Agency]

Lourdes Leon's Enchanting New Single: A Captivating Homage To Mother Madonna

Home / Stars / Lourdes Leon's Enchanting New Single: A Captivating Homage To Mother Madonna

By Alisan Duran on October 13, 2023 at 8:30 AM EDT

Lourdes Leon drops her latest single!

The singer and daughter of Madonna unveiled her most recent single and accompanying music video, "Spelling."

To celebrate the release, Leon, under the moniker Lolahol, took to Instagram and revealed that she took inspiration from her iconic mother's 1998 "Frozen" music video.

Article continues below advertisement

Lourdes Leon Pays Homage To Her Mother Madonna

American singer, songwriter, actress, and businesswoman MADONNA turns 60 on August 16, 2018. PICTURED: MADONNA and WARREN BEATTY in 1990. 01 Jan 1990 Pictured: MADONNA and her daughter LOURDES LEON, durung arrivals for the Gucci and Madonna hosted fundraiser 'A Night To Benefit Raising Malawi and Unicef.'. Photo credit: ZUMAPRESS.com / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342 (Mega Agency TagID: MEGA260689_019.jpg) [Photo via Mega Agency]
MEGA

Leon, 26, also known as Lola, posted a snippet of the music video and a corresponding image on her account. In the caption, she candidly expressed the significance of the project, stating, "This piece is very special. It's an homage to my mother's timeless piece of art 'Frozen.' That composition has resonated with me countless times, forging a profound connection between the two of us."

Continuing with heartfelt sentiments, Leon expressed her deep affection for the Queen of Pop, 65. In a sweet acknowledgment, the performer noted, "I would be nothing without the woman who brought me into the world. I revere her, and I hope that this sentiment translates."

Article continues below advertisement

Eerie And Captivating

In the video, helmed by director Claire Farin and crafted by creative studio Actual Objects, Leon pays homage to Madonna's "Ray of Light" visuals.

Employing a haunting, blue-toned color palette reminiscent of the iconic video, Leon channels her mom's sorceress-like character. The eerie atmosphere unfolds as Lolahol -- awakening in a foreboding forest with glowing eyes mirroring the Grammy winner's in "Frozen" -- seemingly portrays a mystical connection as if she is a witch descended from the same enchanting coven.

Article continues below advertisement

Bewitching Beauty

Lourdes Leon stars in new adidas campaign
MEGA

The singer, who was draped in a black gothic gown with flowing locks, mesmerizingly transforms into an animal and engages in a dance that evokes the aura of an occult ritual.

The combination of Leon's enchanting visuals and the evocative musical style creates a compelling and immersive experience for the audience. As per People, the song, available on Chemical X Records, exudes an icy and alluring quality, drawing inspiration from the genres of trip-hop and nu-metal.

As of this day, the post racked up over 36,000 likes and no comments as Leon turned off the feature.

Article continues below advertisement

Proud Mom Moment

Madonna at the Tidal Press Conference
MEGA

The "Like A Virgin" singer went on her Instagram Stories and expressed how proud she was of her eldest daughter, whom she shares with ex, Carlos Leon.

Madonna re-shared Leon's post and added several emojis, including ❤️‍?and ?, underlining her enthusiasm and support for her daughter's burgeoning career.

Article continues below advertisement

From Modeling To Singing

The rising pop star made her debut as Lolahol last year. In August 2022, she released her inaugural single, "Lock & Key."

In November of the same year, Leon followed up with the track "Contradiction." Both songs found a place on her debut EP, "Go."

"Spelling" stands as Leon's initial single release for 2023. At present, it remains uncertain whether the track is part of an album.

Getting Inspiration From An Icon

MADONNA Performing at the Sandbox pride Nyc show
MEGA

In previous statements, Lourdes Leon, who is also a model, has openly discussed how her mother's artistry and strong work ethic have been significant sources of inspiration for her throughout her own career.

"My experience with my mom's music has changed so much as I've gotten older because I'm increasingly able to recognize how influential and amazing this woman is, and how empowering to other women and ahead of her time she has always been," she told Interview Magazine in 2021.

"I didn't fully comprehend that until I realized the importance of empowerment and what it means to be a woman. She's probably the hardest worker I've ever seen," Leon added.

Article continues below advertisement