Released as part of his May 16, 2025 album Eterno, this reimagined classic is a sultry, rhythmic homage to the 1972 hit by King Harvest and repopularized by Toploader in 2000. But this isn't your parents' moonlight dance—this is a bachata-infused serenade that brings the night alive.
Eterno is a bold concept album, blending 13 iconic English-language hits from the '70s, '80s, and '90s with the romantic sway of bachata. From The Beatles’ aching “Yesterday” to the boy band balm of “I Want It That Way”, Royce gives each track new life without stripping away its soul. With longtime producer D’Lesly Lora by his side, the Dominican-American crooner walks a delicate line—paying respect to the originals while pulling them gently into his own sonic universe.
On “Dancing in the Moonlight,” Royce’s signature velvety vocals glide over bright guitar arpeggios and syncopated percussion. The result? A version that feels both nostalgic and brand new. Where the original song evoked carefree 70s bliss, Royce’s take adds a romantic intimacy, inviting listeners not just to remember the good times—but to sway slowly beneath the stars.
This isn’t just a cover. It’s a cultural bridge, a musical love letter across time. With Eterno, Prince Royce doesn't just revisit the past—he repaints it, sings it in a new language, and invites us all to dance in the moonlight once more.
Purchase Songs
If you'd like to purchase any of these versions you can find them all below on Amazon and iTunes. Included are the three mentioned and two other most notable covers.
| Artist | Amazon | iTunes |
|---|---|---|
| Prince Royce | ||
| King Harvest | ||
| Toploader | ||
| Liza Minnelli | ||
| Jubel |
Prince Royce (2025)
King Harvest (Original 1972 Recording)
Toploader (2000)
Liza Minnelli (1973)
Jubel feat. NEIMY (2018)
