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ABBA: every song, explained.

13 ABBA songs in the archive, from 1974–1979: what each one is about, who wrote it and what it did on the charts. Each entry opens the full explanation.

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Songs explained

1974–1979

Years covered

Pop

Main genre here

13 songs

Sorted by year

ABBA WaterlooDelve into the infectious energy and historical metaphor of ABBA's Eurovision-winning hit 'Waterloo.' Discover its catchy lyrics, themes of romantic surrender… 1974 ABBA Mamma MiaDelve into the catchy melodies, heartfelt lyrics, and enduring appeal of ABBA's 'Mamma Mia.' Discover its themes, chart history, and cultural impact. 1975 ABBA Dancing QueenDelve into the shimmering world of ABBA's 'Dancing Queen.' Explore its themes of youthful exuberance, musical composition, chart success, and lasting cultural… 1976 ABBA FernandoDelve into the heartwarming narrative, historical context, and timeless appeal of ABBA's 'Fernando.' Explore its lyrics, global success, and enduring emotional… 1976 ABBA Knowing Me, Knowing YouDelve into the poignant story, melodic genius, and enduring appeal of ABBA's 'Knowing Me, Knowing You.' Uncover its lyrics, chart history, and emotional… 1976 ABBA Voulez-VousDelve into the vibrant energy, disco influences, and lyrical intrigue of ABBA's 'Voulez-Vous.' Uncover the song's meaning, chart performance, and enduring… 1979 ABBA ChiquititaDiscover the heartfelt meaning, poignant lyrics, and enduring popularity of ABBA's 'Chiquitita.' Explore its themes of comfort, support, and healing, its chart… ABBA Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)Delve into the energetic desperation and disco-infused longing of ABBA's 'Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight).' Explore its lyrics, production, and… ABBA Happy New YearUncover the poignant beauty and bittersweet reflection in ABBA's 'Happy New Year.' Explore its lyrics, themes of hope, disillusionment, and the passage of… ABBA SOSDelve into the emotional complexity, musical brilliance, and enduring legacy of ABBA's 'SOS.' Uncover its lyrical depth, chart performance, and cultural… ABBA Super TrouperUncover the meaning, analysis, and lyrical brilliance of ABBA's 'Super Trouper.' Explore its themes of fame, loneliness, and connection. Discover its chart… ABBA The Day Before You CameExplore the meaning, themes, and emotional depth of ABBA’s 'The Day Before You Came' with our detailed analysis of its lyrics, background, and legacy. ABBA The Winner Takes It AllDive deep into the heart of ABBA's 'The Winner Takes It All,' exploring its raw emotion, poignant lyrics, and lasting legacy as the ultimate breakup ballad.

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About these entries

Every ABBA entry sets out what the song is about and where that reading comes from: writing credits, interviews, the record's own history. Where a popular interpretation is wrong, the entry says so and shows the evidence. Missing a song? Suggest it.