It's... just a classic ABBA. I don't know how to explain, but after a few seconds I just forget these are the new songs. Cause they sound and feel like the old ABBA - warm... almost like home.

@TheAndy1268

2 жыл бұрын

For me it was like opening the door, a dear friend that I really loved, but hadn't seen for far too long stands there, and we pick up our conversation right where we left off thirty-eight years ago.

Number 1 song in Australia and Sweden. Top streaming song on Spotify.

@babechkaHH

2 жыл бұрын

plus in Germany, Scandinavia and since today in the UK as well!

@JohnLabry

2 жыл бұрын

@@babechkaHH Also in The Netherlands

@babechkaHH

2 жыл бұрын

@@JohnLabry I always loved our western neighbors! :-)

@pierpaolonathancorrieri2290

2 жыл бұрын

So it should.. Lol

Took a pandemic two years to split and isolate a world ,but reading comments from all over the world it took the return of ABBA 3 days to bring us together in love and life again thy are truly spiritual and perfect.

@connysh2781

2 жыл бұрын

That´s so true

Is this the perfect pop song? It's both classic and contemporary. The lyrics function on a number of levels simultaneously. Shifts in registers, mood, rhythm, vocal simplicity and complexity , the clarity and playfulness of the instrumentation, the production (!!!) . It's a pop song written and performed by profoundly talented artisans who are showing an increasingly jaded and mechanical music industry how its really done. Bravo ABBA, BRAVO!

@ThorstenL-gb1ue

2 жыл бұрын

Yes👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Agnetha and Frida's voices both shows signs of their ages, but it's shocking how the strong vocal harmony between them is still preserved in spite of it.

@imbutterworth

2 жыл бұрын

But how refreshing to hear mature people singing organically! Fresh, uncooked, natural, beautiful, and rejuvenating ….

@jumpingjellyfish9596

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry, but I don't agree with you. Their voices haven't faltered at all. This song could have come off their "The Visitors" 1981 album.

@KeimpeJ

2 жыл бұрын

Knowing Bjorn and Benny, it was intentionally so and strong in the chorus. It's all about the colouring of sound

ABBA is clearly the best group that has ever existed. Love their music. I was 11 years old when they broke through with waterloo in 1974. They are clearly the world's best group ever on our planet. Their music brings many fond childhood memories to life. Hugs from Sweden

@CerinAmroth

2 жыл бұрын

I'm Brazilian, born in 92 and i grew up with LPs. I speak Brazilian Portuguese and learnt English around 10 years ago. So at least for 20 years, i listened to their songs, grew up with them without knowing their lyrics. Yet... The melody, the harmony, the feelings that's i got through their music was an universal language. I felt it. And now, understanding every word, every sentence, the feeling only grow exponentially. ABBA has no barriers and they speak an universal language. I'm going next year to watch the Voyage Tour in England. First time traveling outside the country. But damn, i won't "shut them down". I wasn't here in the 70s, but now I'm here for them and their music is for me for the rest of our lives.

Thank thank you ABBA for coming back ...we miss you so much 🇪🇦🇪🇦🇪🇦🇪🇦🇪🇦🇪🇦🇪🇦

@sabineg4243

2 жыл бұрын

Much needed right now❤️

ABBA is comeback!! And They are still ABBA! Perfect 80's ABBA sound, Brilliant Comeback. If parents and children like a song, then that song is all that is good. Welcome again ABBA. Greets from Argentina-

I'm blow away by how good this song is! The lyrics are simply amazing, and I just want to dance!

@sabineg4243

2 жыл бұрын

Lyrics are blowing me away ‼️‼️‼️

@paulieinct

2 жыл бұрын

@@sabineg4243 Frank is right. These lyrics are written with the intention of being part of a movie or musical.

@AlexeBriand2002

2 жыл бұрын

@@paulieinct there’s a 3rd Mamma Mia movie in development and they’re supposed to use some of the material that will be released on the new album…

whatever you are metalhead,punk,hiphop,classical, when abba plays you listen!

The magic of ABBA is back !

Their music is deceptively lighthearted at times. "The Winner Takes It All" and "Chiquitita" are some examples.

Best pop song in 40 years, period. Sad happy pop, ABBA trademark sound

I often hear and read that their voices have been aged....I absolutely don't think so‼ It's more like they never have been paused an if you close your eyes you'll agree their voices sounds PHENOMENAL!!!! and very YOUTHFUL (like in their 40s)!!!! ABBA returned with a big bang and takes us in their time capsule back to a better, more carefree future 🥰🥰

Great video, Frank. At 62, I never watched reaction videos until these two ABBA songs took me back in time to my high school and college days loving their music and drooling over Agnetha. Yours is one of the best. You've helped get me hooked. I'd definitely love to see your reaction to some "vintage" ABBA. Thanks!

Abba exceeds being a pop band. They are an aesthetic legend

50 years ago… ABBA changed the world. Today, in 2021, ABBA has returned to change the world…AGAIN!! These two songs ARE proof!!

Sweden is great with music

Thanks for reacting! This song is growing on me now, a very Scandinavian melody and 40 years later, quality is still there. Layers, layers, layers.. I need this now!

*these are the song you will find on their brand new album (release 5th of November 2021):* 1. I Still Have Faith In You (pre-released 2. September 2021) 2. When You Danced With Me 3. Little Things (the x-mas song) 4. Don’t Shut Me Down (pre-released 2. September 2021) 5. Just A Notion 6. I Can Be That Woman 7. Keep An Eye On Dan 8. Bumblebee 9. No Doubt About It 10. Ode To Freedom

When I heard for the first time these new songs, I realized that ABBA haven't lost your essence. It's so thrilled to listen the lyrics with so much meaning.

Good Morning Frank☕ I grew up with Abba. I was so excited they decided to come back! Their voices have matured obviously but those harmonies are undeniable. Way to go👍 totally inspirational. Beautiful storytelling 📖 Love Abba❤🎶

Thank you!❤ ABBA is building their own arena in London for their new format of shows, will premiere in May 2022, all the information is in the release broadcast to be found on ABBA Official KZread channel✌The song perhaps a double entendre but is mainly about their digital persona, decoded, reloaded, keep an open mind, they hope you can accept it etc. and literally don't shut them down😃

This is exactly what we need now perfect love you ABBA

🧡 ABBA ! PLATINUM ABBA is back ! The lyrics are very deep. Not only do they speak of their personal relationships, for longevity purposes the words are written about the love between two individuals. However, deeper still, is ABBA's recognition of what their fans have been trying to convince them for 40 years is that the magic is still there, and that we will always support them and want them back. They got the message, understanding things have changed, they, and we have grown and matured, but the love is real, accepting, and the door is open. At 65, and member of the original fandom that helped propel ABBA to global stardom, I am so overjoyed this day has finally arrived. Continued success and a Platinum album for this triumphant return. ABBA deserves nothing less. Thank you, Frank. For the love of music, and ABBA - Peace.

ABBA always did timeless and enyoable music!!!!!!!!!

I see sparks in your eyes the whole song, just like me keep on smiling listening to this song!

Ein wunderbares Geschenk für alle ABBA fans.Es ist als wäre die Zeit stehengeblieben.Danke dafür.

Great analysis on the songs. I love that you were able to take in the lyrics so quickly and get such a great feel for the song. Some people have said the song has a double meaning that not only is it autobiographical but also perhaps is referring to the fact that when they appear on stage performing this song as digital avatars the lyrics are also referring to the fact that they are standing before the audience in a different form and are coming back in that way as the only way they felt comfortable to do this after retiring from touring.

this song is heaven !!!

I totally agree that the subliminal message is that "I'm here again, I'm the same, but different and improved and strong".

Thanks for the great reaction. You bring so much more than the average reactor to your videos. In the history of ABBA it is known that Agnetha, the main singer of this song, had got "fed-up" with the whole idea of ABBA. All the touring, the fame, the Press, she wanted to get away. She, and the rest of them did for 40 years. They (Bjorn and Benny) convinced her and Frida to "come back". The songs they wrote reflect this "new" beginning. The fact that the four of them were once married to each other makes it even more powerful. You touched upon the "secret" of ABBA. They write "catchy" tunes with profound meaning. A weird combination that seems to be a Scandinavian trait.

Amazing return

I've said it many times there reunion has given hope in grim days and the music is just as beautiful as it was 40 years ago

I love this video, Frank! You are the only person who does this kind of video that has genuine artistic instincts and insight!

@paulieinct

2 жыл бұрын

I'll second that. He is very intuitive and articulate.

@carinalindberg7377

2 жыл бұрын

There are plenty of more who does that, but he does it really well!

Timeless~Bittersweet~Superb! It made me immediately cry as I was taken back in time as if it were yesterday again. As I sat and played my ABBA vinyls' and awaited each new album with anticipation. I remember being so disappointed that the Top 40 didn't acknowledge their unique and awesome sound at the time. Like an artists' work that becomes valuable after they've passed, NOW everyone recognizes their ONE OF A KIND quality that no one can replicate. Who, I ask 40 years later who could accomplish this but the AB FAB ABBA! The greatest part is they reunited and I get the opportunity to relive and experience my love for them, their music and LEGACY! ABBA FOREVER!

I love your words "open arms...still going at 70 and more" Many thanks for your reaction. 🎶✨🥰

This bloody song is on loop in my head at the moment. 🙂🥰

Björn said, that the lyrics had to be about them. I think, that these seemingly simple and light hearted lyrics are actually deep and brilliant. On one hand, about them then and now, on the other hand about them now and the avatars looking hot like they were in 1979. Reloaded, don't shut me down. Fantastic. Warm and familiar. The magic is still there.

@carinalindberg7377

2 жыл бұрын

So many think ABBA's music is simple when it's actually quite the opposite. These lyrics, both songs, are very deep and so brilliant!

@tuijakarttunen9164

2 жыл бұрын

@@carinalindberg7377 Yes, and it says something, that these guys are the only pop/rock band to ever have received a German award for composers of classical music.

@mattias5157

2 жыл бұрын

There are people who says that the Mama Mia-movies are shallow. Yeah, sure, life is shallow...... (not).

@tuijakarttunen9164

2 жыл бұрын

@@mattias5157 those movies are meant to be feel good movies, and not to be taken ceriously. So, yes, they are shallow.

@mattias5157

2 жыл бұрын

@@tuijakarttunen9164 Not if you´ve gone through that kind of experiences. Shallow for the mind maybe. But the heart is wiser.

How old are you.. I was surprised you didn't know about them

I really appreciate your thoughtful, positive reaction. I’m from the US and I’ve been loving ABBA since I was 13 years old back in 1975. A couple of notes: Bjorn Ulvaeus (short hair, short beard) and Benny Andersson (longish hair, bear-ish) have been music writing partners since the 1960s. They have almost always written all of ABBA’s songs. They also co-wrote the stage musical, CHESS. As partners, they then created the stage musical/opera spectacle, KRISTINA FROM DUVEMALA. I think this is why you hear theatricality in their new songs. They were working with the stage musical format as far back as the mid-1970s, even doing a “mini-musical,” THE GIRL WITH THE GOLDEN HAIR, as part of their massive 1976 tour of Europe and Australia. Unlike you, I don’t hear a tv cereal commercial sound in their music because, for me, it just sounds like trademark, classic ABBA :) I think you’re right: ABBA influenced the cereal commercials! :) As for “Felicita,” I had never heard until yesterday; but, interestingly, it was a hit the year ABBA formally broke up. The first thing I thought when I heard, “Felicita,” was, ‘Ah! Bano and Power were doing an ABBA-type song very similar to ABBA’s 1980s songs”-not so much like earlier “Mamma Mia” ABBA” but more like later, “The Winner Takes It All,” “Under Attack” and “The Day Before You Came” ABBA, which are theatrical, bittersweet, “adult” BUT danceable. Sorry for such a long reply but I really enjoyed your reaction and “interact” with it :) Good life!

When I grew up with there songs they separated when I had kids,now the children have left home, abba came back to me and I can go through my childhood music again

Maravillosa canción. Las sonrisas han vuelto a este mundo

the best,little bit dancin queen sound

Did you mean ‚Felicitá‘ from Al Bano and Romina ? So far the best reaction I‘ve seen. You totally see their love for music and the process and how they realize that. The songs touch me totally, but I have no clue why, and I wonder (from someone who loves Placebo, Pink Floyd etc)

@beorlingo

2 жыл бұрын

Well, I guess they simply express human experience in a way that strikes everyone's core.

@lianan3046

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, part of the chorus is ‘Felicita’

Beautiful voices, seems the time stop i loved really and the art of them that is the most important

I freaking love this👌😀

Great reaction... This is trending at number 1 for a WEEK now... A bloody WEEK 😜 this is the song that will become an instant classic 😎 And besides, my 73 and 72 yo parents were dancing by the porch while I listened to this 🤣😱 PRICELESS

People who never really listened to ABBA when they were in their prime...are taken by surprise at how complicated their songs really are when you try and sing a ABBA song. Some of the very best artists will tell you that ABBA are the best pop artists of all time. So I dare you to review more ABBA songs from their past...you will be rather surprised at the complex harmonies and chord structures.

Grupo Abba esplendoroso , uma qualidade musical extraordinários . Uma história brinlhante , vocal impecável. Som maravilhoso !

This was the one I liked the most of the two songs recently released by abba

Pure melodic drama, and I think the slight "cracking" at certain and words and phrases is ABBA doing their "Day Before You Came" type of delivery. The songs seems to reference the forthcoming ABBAtars and computer generated members that will be a huge part of the new shows.

Good Morning Valchiria, have a Nice sunday bro👍. Let's go Abba!

Loved your reaction and dancing.....One can only celeberate and dance AbbA,s coming back together......What they are doing is amazing and a miracle to bring back our sweet memories and our nostalgia into life again !!! Magical ,warm ,kind ,great ......

Only time I see Frank dancing on his videos. Some call it Abba Magic. Greetings from Brazil

Tack Agnetha Frida Benny Bjorn❤️ this song its Love, Joy, Happiness…i have Missed you ❤️

This is a stunningly beautiful Masterpiece ♥

This song is a masterpice if you listen to it 2 times and I get so happy sad when you know that they are in the age of 75 years. I don´t think any band can comepite with this,,,,,,,,,LOVE FROM SWEDEN❤❤❤

It´s typical for Swedish people to have this humble and low profile and they was NOT expect this huge and warm comeback that is soo amazing with ABBA,,,,,,,,,,LOVE FROM SWEDEN❤❤❤

O thank you, you're the only who show us the lyrics! As a non english speaker, you didn't pay attention on the lyrics, but now thanks to you I know what they're singing about!

I am 58 now. ABBA is my favorite non-classical musical group of all times, above Led Zeppelin, Queen, Credence-Clearwater-Revival and Fleetwood Mac. By the time the band retreating from the public's consciousness in the early 1980s, I was a poor college student, and could afford only 1 ABBA album (The best of ABBA or something like that). I cherished that LP dearly. Then in the late 1990's they came out with 2 compilation CD sets. I was so overjoyed. I even did some research and found online some recordings of pre-ABBA solo performance of the 2 ladies. Although most of those were in Swede (or Swedish?) they sound so wonderful, even I did not understand a single Swedish wors. NOW, listening to the new songs, I am at loss of coherent things to say. I thing that, musically,lyrically and vocally, ABBA should be their best now. The ladies's voice sound the same, just as good as they were at their prime in the late 70's/early 80s. The 2 men composer/producers seem to have their golden touch of old. And on top of all of those, they are older, yes I just said it, and much wiser. ABBA, thank you in advance for the many gifts to com from you. And Mr. F.V, appreciate very much your thoughtful opinions, whether you are a fan or not.

Love it. A beautiful Spring song.🥰

Your reaction is awesome and so great that you saw straight through the words to the message behind. ❤❤❤❤

It ' s been 40 years. And where have Time gone? I was a teenager having Big ABBA Poster on the wall but now a Middle Aged man. What Beautiful memories reflect and recall from all the songs. Only tears and love. 🥲❤ Fugit Tempus, Time just flies!

Une des meilleures réactions que j'ai vues sur ce titre. Merci pour ta spontanéité et ton honnêteté.

But you know whats matter here?The message!!! Im Abba tribute singer and I'm sure people will love this song, cz it is spreading happiness!!

ABBA come back ,genius. Frank, you are very attractive

The group disbanded before I was born, but I love the ABBA! Goes to show how timeless they are! The new album has 10 songs altogether.

Love from Pakistan.

😊 melodia e ritmo muito gostosos!!" Padrão ABBA", qualidade musical que envolve e emociona. Frank curtindo e dançandinho feliz... Coisa boa!! 😁😄

i take this song to have 2 meanings one from a personal relationship that ended and the other from the personal relationship they had with their fans. esp the line that she had left because she had had enough. and now she is back and she is not the same and now and then combined. so accept me for who i am now. and that she has learned to cope and love and hope . for all of us who love them. i cried like a baby hearing these new songs. it was like seeing an old friend or relative i had not seen in 40 yrs. what an astounding gift to bring the world just when we needed hope and love the most after what has happened the last 18 months. theirs is the comeback of the century and i know the world is a joyous place again for a moment and its all thanks to ABBA for their incredible talents of songwriting, singing and production and for creating even more classic masterpieces. viva ABBA forever!!

I love "I can be that woman"

I love the old xilophones in 70s music, when properly used. Marvin Gaye´s album "What's going on" has a lot of it. It provided a beatiful contrast between dense arrangements.

Abba foever

Fabulous happy music - love it - and your reaction x

So happy your back

This is so much ABBA. 👍🤘🎉

@ConDodgy

2 жыл бұрын

...and the lyrics are just stupidly good.

My fave band while growing up….♥️

In a world of constant change how nice is it to have consistency. This could have been released in their heyday. Who loves change right! I know its essential blah blah... but my god Isn't it nice to fall back into the comfy and reassuring pillow of Abba, and know they are exactly what you remembered 40 years ago. I MEAN ACTUALLY EXACTLY LIKE!!!! And the lyrics are a beautiful tribute to their fans. Thank you for the music How can I love you so much when we have never met, Because the songs you sang me taught me how and that I won't forget

You want the ABBA sound in 2021 again? You got it!

DON'T SHUT ME DOWN - ideal anti-quarantine anthem. With ❤️ from Ukraine UA.

@carinalindberg7377

2 жыл бұрын

If you think quarantine shuts you down you don't really have an open mind, though.

@jennifert8108

2 жыл бұрын

Don't shut me down is a reference to the computer generated avatars - nothing to do with lockdowns.

@carinalindberg7377

2 жыл бұрын

@@jennifert8108 It's also layered with interpretations, according to Björn himself. On the surface it's about the avatars, but at the depth to me it's a song about acceptance of our personal progress and transformation as we experience life. Nothing is ever only as it seems on the surface.

@ramonfioricompositor8462

2 жыл бұрын

Anti-quarentine anthem??!!! Serious?????

the vibes makes one Happy!!

The lyrics is written to all the ABBA's fans. The "you" in the lyrics are these fans and she (Abba) will come back in another form "not the same as before", namely the Abbatars that will be their next form of appearances in concerts and shows.

Il sound degli ABBA si riconosce anche dopo tanti anni ! Inconfondibile !

I believe Bjorn said the song was about an Avatar. Nice vocals for people in their 70s

Best reaction vid I've seen so far. They are doing this avater show with their younger selves, in my opinion the lyrics rever to that.

Chess, Mama Mia...their music never stopped. But the return of ABBA was a shock!

Thanks for your reaction! You're sooo handsome man

My best friend , Bernard, is the soundengineer on this album.❤❤❤ Like your Chanel, Big hug from Gothenburg Sweden. 🙏👌💛

I expect this will be the opening song for the new show at the ABBA Arena.

At 1:22 her voice breaks and for a second she really sounds like the elderly grandmother she is, but when it gets to the chorus, when their unique harmonies kick in, it's full-on 1970s ABBA magic

You're super fun to listen to. Cheers!

Killer bass line.

I think it's a reflection on their lives and you are correct; There's not much time left. These songs stir up all kinds of emotions in me as a person approaching 60 years old. Reflecting on what has happened in your life, how much you threw away (possibly the last 40 years for them) and what time you have left to try to make up for that. I do believe their Legacy will be around for eternity. Not many can say that these days.

Ha! Your disco moves were amazing, I half-expected you to jump up out of your chair and start spinning around the room like a whirling dervish! Seriously, your review was very insightful. I know ABBA's music has not been your genre, but those moves tell me we need you to sign up for ABBA-nation!!!

@beorlingo

2 жыл бұрын

It takes a dervish to express the feelings of us all hearing this, it's beyond words. Good One!

@sabineg4243

2 жыл бұрын

Funny ❤️

@Mario-xr3jo

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! His disco moves were the highlights if this video! Definitely! So few people mentioned that....

Great reaction! I Love this song! Thanks for sharing! Take care!

there are hundreds of their song, and all are good, i am the one who love ABBA from indonesia, You can check etc. Chiquitita, Fernando, ....

I was whistling this in the kitchen five minutes after hearing it. As for commercials? Pfah! Never remember them.

This is the love child of The Visitors album.. In arrangement and sound. A great idea and welcome back, ABBA!

Love your video Frank. The more I listen to it the more I love it. There's been so much sadness now its uplifting.