At age 72 I am of the same generation as ABBA. I listen to this and I am young again. "Do I have it in me?" is a challenge to me as an old retired guy to live each day granted me to the fullest.

The two voices together is called the third voice of ABBA.

As a mediocre guitar player, I think it gave me some extra insight into the intracricy of their music, and it's absolutely stunning.. It's such a shame that they had this unearned stigma in the beginning of "You're an ABBA fan? haha" well, no-one's laughing now. People are finally realizing how fabulous their music is and proudly saying "You're damned right I am". And it's even more amazing that they're all in their 70s now and this new music is as good or even better than anything they've ever written. Looking forward to your reaction to Don't Shut Me Down. I'm 75 and yes, I'm a proud ABBA fan.... from the beginning.

@stefanconradsson

2 жыл бұрын

The music press hated them at the time, but real musicians didn't. Ive heard that fans included Pete Townshend, Gene Simmons, Elvis Costello .. Led Zeppelin. Bands of the seventies knew ABBA were the genuine article and had great respect for them. Hell, Zeppelin recorded their final album in ABBAs studio in Stockholm in 1978. Led Zeppelin were hated by the press as well. Can you imagine being a music reporter and hating Zeppelin and ABBA ?? It was just insane, it's impossible to comprehend in retrospect how someone could be that badly calibrated in their musical intuition. I was around at that time and I am still baffled by it. Curious also that both ABBA and Zeppelin had their rightful status as truly original creative musicians properly reinstated within just a few years of each other. I was so happy to see that happen to both bands. Cheers 🍺

@eirikrdberg1161

2 жыл бұрын

I grew up with parents playing ABBA like so many others in their late 40s today. I started buying Abba records myself around the Abba gold period in the early 90s. THAT was when Abba were still Young enough to get back on it and continue the Abba career with several more albums and a couple og world tours before calling it quits on new years eve 2000 when the members were 50-55 years old. That did not happen. Nothing 30 years ago, just Abba gold which sold 30 million worldwide and not doing a single new track. Well, at 71-76 years old they finally return with a new album and ten new songs. Inspirational. I am sure it will be good. The demand for another studio album will ve huge, but it will only happen if they really had fun doing voyage and feel up to it. The money factor will play zero % into a decision.

@davidhowes5866

2 жыл бұрын

Abba forever!

@ewonnestrand7298

10 ай бұрын

❤️

Their new songs are melancholy, sensational, magical and completely unreal wonderful. I myself am 60 years old and have been there from the beginning. They were unique when they made an impact and that keeps them. I still have all their LP and cassettes at my old turntable from that time. Legends never stop singing. ABBA has conquered the world again!! Imagine if everyone could preserve this warm feeling we feel at this moment and take it with us in our harsh world. Greetings from Sweden!

Said before, say it again...Abba, the greatest pop group, ever, to grace us with their unique and incredible talent. Subscribed.

Frida is 76 I believe but she has kept her beautiful voice, it is just stunning. In fact the whole album is a master-class & Benny & Bjorn's writing style is beyond belief. No doubt u can tell it's an ABBA song. I think all bands have their own unique sound & of course they certainly do. This album should exceed all sales imaginable, it is just that good. Alot of fans will be over the moon with this album....& to quote an ABBA song, No doubt about it.

This song is an Anthem of Melancholy.

I think the "huge chorus", "Layer, upon layer, upon layer", particularly in ABBA's "ballads", are at the core of why so many are anthemic and have become classics.

Who can listen to this and not get goosebumps!

@davidhowes5866

2 жыл бұрын

Ghostbumps! That was gorgeous

For the first time EVER, ABBA has been nominated for a Grammy. For THIS SONG!

@larsnilsson6821

7 ай бұрын

They were above Grammys.

@shadow-js2hn

5 ай бұрын

NO- For the first time Grammy has been nominated for ABBA

That was a respectful reaction without predjudice.You are well intended listeners to a song that maybe for someone isn't an instant catcher but is surely a huge grower.And of coursce since you are musicians you obviously have a more experienced ear than an ordinary unsuspiscious music wanderer.Τhe video is very powerful.A timebox full of memories , caused tears to innumerable Abba fans.I really enjoyed.

@GirlGoneBad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

It's obvious that Benny and Bjorn still have faith that the girls can pull it off.

They took help from the Star Wars team to create the Abbatars, and they know what they're doing :>.

So enjoyed this professional musician review ! The magic of ABBA....they still have it in them plus a bit more ! The Kings and Queens of classical pop music.

THE BEST BAND EVER, ABBA, IS BACK. MY FAVE MUSIC SINCE 1974. NO ONE CAN SHUT ABBA DOWN, I'VE WAITED FOR THIS SINCE 1982. WORTH THE WAIT I MUST SAY, EARCANDY AT IT'S BEST. I BOW DOWN 🤩🤩🤩🤩

I have never been to Britain, but I am very impressed by how all of you react to ABBA's new music 🥰♫♫♫♪♪♪♪

Yeaahh... would LOVE to hear your in-depth analysis on this song. It would be GREAT to educate all fans on the complexity and the intricateness of an ABBA song/so that we could appreciate it even better than ever. Thanks again for your reaction. I love your simplicity and genuineness of your comments. Take care😊👍

@GirlGoneBad

2 жыл бұрын

Take care!

Goosebumps yes. Thank you from an original era fan. You nailed the analysis of this supreme masterpiece. Thank you.

I love these reactions, special from musicians, so you hear the wonderful details and analyse them. Thanks and Greetings from Nuremberg - Germany 🙂

So beautiful, emotionally so touching, I cry loudly eveytime I hear this song, who knows how much I listened to it, they are unique, composing the music, writing words to music and feeling it and giving us back with their beautiful vocals, and this is the first song in this album, what a forgiveness, what a love between them, what a friendship, what a confidence, passion and courage and what a respect to eachother, this makes me cry in the days, the world is in a big mess, thank you for sharing

🧡 ABBA ! WELCOME BACK ! WELCOME HOME ! ABBA's new anthem. PLATINUM. After 40 long years, the magic has been rekindled and the dream is still alive. As a member of the original generation that helped propel ABBA to global stardom, I'm overjoyed that they have returned, that every generation after mine appreciates their genius - lyrically and musically. Thank you both for a great reaction. For the love of music, and ABBA - Peace.

Really appreciate your educated review of this. Very interesting thank you I would enjoy a deeper analysis of this and the songwriting skill involved

@GirlGoneBad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Frida will be 76 in November. She's amazing.

Emotions almost flooded.

That's a great reaction to a wonderful track. Goosebumps.

It is great to hear your perspective on this music. I've been a music teacher my whole life and never really listened to ABBA when I was growing up because I was a bit of a classical music snob. However, now, in my 60's, the entire world of ABBA has opened up to me and their old and new music is simply amazing. The craftsmanship of each of their tunes has so many layers to it that I can listen to it over and over and I can ALWAYS pick up something new. I would love to have you do a musical analysis of this piece and "Don't Shut Me Down." By the way, did you hear the vocals sung by Benny and Bjorn in the 2nd chorus ISHFIY? They are singing a completely different rhythm on the tonic in the tenor line. Didn't hear it until about the 10th listening. Thanks for such a perceptive musical analysis and reaction.

Just found this reaction, really great, loved your reactions in real time, not being able to hide your astonishment! Hope the dissection of the songs are still on the cards, along with other tracks from Voyage.

What a great reaction video! You really give some added value here to grasp the song better and also to see what's happening in your thoughts. Adding your expertise. Thank you!

No it doesnt break any new ground! Wasnt suppose to. You either like the sound of the band or you dont. I personally was blown away by how wonderful the musical arrangements were on many of the songs and how wonderful a couple of 70 plus year old women can still sound together.

Yep, they still have it in them. The magic is still there and greying fans like me can only shed a tear in gratitude, and I have no intention of shutting them down either. Sigh.

Great comment, from people with genuine enthusiasm for Abba's music. This is a fantastic Abba song, but I found that it grew on me over a few days rather than feeling like a banger from first hearing. The line "do I have it in me" touched me straight away, and the video of them (appearing to) appear on stage blew me away.

Thank you, thank you and once more! I oved this reaction. ABBA songs are quite special.

if you haven't seen it yet, check out the background videos on the recording of the song and prep for the concert. they are amazing. YES, I would love to watch a video of you guys analysing the song.

39 years break al members over 70 + years old.. And still magic Not many bands done that....

I could hear some swedish there,swede myself,so I assume that one part here is swedish...and besides that,ABBA is always good to react to....ABBA never dies..

@agnetamalmqvist9075

2 жыл бұрын

True! Sant!

@GirlGoneBad

2 жыл бұрын

We're actually learning! Hoping to relocate there one day!!

@deborahstones6174

2 жыл бұрын

Jag lära mig Svenska 😊 det är ett vackert språk

@ESPirits87

2 жыл бұрын

@@deborahstones6174 Yeah if you need any help ask me.

@GirlGoneBad

2 жыл бұрын

Offer any corrections you feel I need x

Finally people who know what they’re talking about. I like that you pause every now and then to explain what’s happening. Sadly, 99% of all reaction videos are just people pulling funny faces and that’s all. The song still moves me a lot, now one and a half year later.

Both new ABBA songs are great in different ways. Looking forward to you reacting to Don't Shut Me Down. Frida's 75, Agnetha's 71, Bjorn is 75 and Benny's 76 Great reaction by the way

@GirlGoneBad

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@agnetamalmqvist9075

2 жыл бұрын

You never know a persons biological age! depends on a persons DNA and genes. A person can be 15 years younger or more than a person born in the same year as you.

@deborahstones6174

2 жыл бұрын

Absolut! Jag håller med. Vi undrade om deras kronologiska ålder x

@danielciba665

2 жыл бұрын

Bjorn is 76 and Benny 74.

I've watched a lot of "reaction" vids to the new ABBA songs, mainly 'cause I really enjoy re-experiencing the joy and awe I felt when I first heard them, but I think I have enjoyed your vid the best. Partly because of your obvious pleasure, but also because of the technical and artistic commentary you have offered. Plus, you seem like really nice folks. Going to have to check out your music. Cheers 😊

Love to see musicians reactions. Thanks guys wondering reaction. See you at the concert in London in May.

I really love ABBA .. but my favourites is Frida ✨ she rocks this song !!!

Fab reaction video! Would love a deeper analysis of the music at some point. Thank you!

Yes I would love to hear more about the music craftsmanship of this song.

Great reaction guys... love the breakdown

I'd love to have it analyzed more musically. I'm only a casual musician, so I love hearing more experienced musicians help explain why something does and doesn't work well musically.

I have watched many reactions to this song and yours is one of the best! Love your in-depth analysis. We all love ABBA and know how great they are but you beautifully explained why. Thanks!

@GirlGoneBad

2 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure. Many thanks for the kind comments!

Stunningly beautiful ♥

So great review. Love it!!

@GirlGoneBad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much!

That "flute" sound that mimics the "Do i have it in me?"/"I still have it in me" song phrase is really a trademark into the 80:s Benny Andersson flutey "Motifs". It actually reminds me a lot of Björn and Bennys composition for "Gemini" with the song "Mio Min Mio". Just have listen to that flute line in that, probably for most, unknown song! kzread.info/dash/bejne/nZNpvKaOn6e1d8o.html Anyway a fantastic comback. Not only the melodies and production but also the extremely fitting and clever lyrics that give nods to the resurrection of ABBA in all kind of ways but can, as always, be interpreted in so many different other ways too. Clever, clever by Björn! Let's not forget that English isn't his first/native language!

Frida is born 1945 actually as Björn. Benny is born 1946 and Agneta 1950. I hope you notice that there is no autotune here with computor bettering of voices. Fridas mezzosoprano is great. I'm in the same age as Benny and I've seen them in the sixties in other groups. Benny in Hep Stars and Björn in Hootenanny Singers and Agneta and Frida as vocalists in different dansbands.

I REALLY hope that you could do a special video to specifically and fully disect I Still Have Faith in You musically and instumentally, together with the lyrical content. And maybe later do the same on Don't Shut Me Down...and..err.. maybe on the whole ABBA's new album when they come out guys?😃😍.. I love the simplicity of your expression in your videos, you're able to explain the technical aspects so simple that fans (who have no knowledge of musical technicality) are able to grasp and comprehend what you are trying to say and convey. It would be the best professional analysis of a song, I bet it would!! Maybe you could do a full disection on I Still Have Faith in You first and later see how and what the responses are from the rest of the ABBA fans??☺️ Take care and stay safe you guys.. and lots of love from Malaysia 😍😃👍.

Absolutely do it! That’s the best analytic review I’ve seen so far. Be wonderful to break it all down from a music perspective not just an emotional one

From a 70 year old who has been waiting for ABBA comeback that was 2021 but in 2020 that is right there with the ABBA comeback. Her name is Angelina Jordan she is 15, but start your journey when she was 9 with the black and white video of Screaming Jay Hawking cover I Put a Spell on You All covers are her arrangements

You metioned Mike Watson who was very appreciated bassplayer i Sweden He was playing during the 70-ies with Abba. The most used players in the 70-ies was Mats Ronander and Lass Wellander on guitarrs and Rutger Gunnarson on base. Rutger and Little Mike also joined in the 80-ies on some productions.

Heck Yes!

@GirlGoneBad

2 жыл бұрын

👏👏👏

Here because of ABBA! Thanks 🙏🏻

Yes. More videos on this. ❤️

Benny and Björn mentioned a couple of years ago that this song is in 6/8

@GirlGoneBad

2 жыл бұрын

Aah good to know!

@ymladd

2 жыл бұрын

As a non musician how is that different from 3 4?!

@discogareth

2 жыл бұрын

@@ymladd I’m not entirely sure myself, but I got this from google. 6/8 consists of two groups of 3 eighth notes, whereas 3/4 consists of three groups of 2 eighth notes. A group here is the same as one beat. ... So even though 3/4 and 6/8 can hold the same amount of eighth notes in every bar, the musical effect is completely different!

@afissospilion

2 жыл бұрын

That's correct.

@afissospilion

2 жыл бұрын

@@ymladd The hick comes after 6 and not after 3.

Heavy metal!Brilliant!

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

Loved your reaction! :)

Nowadays the massively overproduced and expensive videos hide all the simplistic songwriting. Where as ABBA had black or white backgrounds most of the time or did a simple shoot on location. The visuals of their robotic avatars are not my favourite moments in the video. Allthough they are jawdropping scenes. The four in the studio is much more pure. But maybe we all will adapt.

You guys are absolutely great with the way you comment on videos. Thanks!!!

A musical analysis would be great!!

You never know a persons biological age depends on the persons DNA and genes you can be att least 15 years younger or more.

If you would like to react to a new act you may not have heard before, I would recommend listening to Aesthetic Perfection with their song Love Like Lies

@GirlGoneBad

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for reccomendation! Unfortunately as we're limited on how many episodes we're doing, we are favouring more popular bands! BUT- we may open a patreon one day where we react to subs requests! We just have to prioritise at the moment sadly!

@_Wolfsbane_

2 жыл бұрын

A friend of mine called Aesthetic Perfection "pop music" ... (not that track though). She was quickly convinced otherwise - using Love Like Lies =)

The Beatles did at least a couple of songs in 3/4, "Baby's In Black" and "I, Me, Mine".

11:03: The layer the lines. Or in other words: they create a stretto.

Very good explanation.

Have my tickets :-) Do you have yours? Soundwise in this arena. OMG

@GirlGoneBad

2 жыл бұрын

Hell yes!!!

Benny has used the melody of this song earlier in a movie soundtrack: kzread.info/dash/bejne/aJp8kpimYJjXpZc.html

OOH Lasse Wellander! will be playing with you?

@richardjansson1

2 жыл бұрын

Yes Please do a deep analysis!

@deborahstones6174

2 жыл бұрын

He will 😊😊

Makes you realise how manufactured music of today is .

GIRL GONE BAD ...I LOVE Y 4 FOR Y R ON ABBA REC.... I`AM ABBA LOVER.... SORY LADY GAGGA, BUT I LOVE Y TO....🤗🥰🤎🤎🤎... 40 YEARS... WOW....

I think it's in 6/8.

Great reaction Please, React to Floor Jansen Shallow , Beste zangers if you like great voices 🙂 Everything with Floor Jansen and Nightwish is 👌

I would have loved to hear Agnetha on her own, although she doesn't have a voice as pure as Karen Carpenter her range is equal to Whitney's

There are a few songs by less known singers and bands I guess. You may have heard a few of these, without actually knowing. Elvis Presley - Are you lonesome tonight, Bob Dylan - The times they are a-changin, The Beatles - Norwegian wood, Paul Simon - Still crazy after all these years, Billy Joel - Piano man, Cat Stevens - Morning has broken, Rolling Stones - Time is on my side. I guess nobody liked their sound, and guitar music was on the way out anyway. 😀

Frida is 75. Agnetha is 71.

I just read an article speaking to Lasse Wellander who played on this track and your band was name checked in the article.

@deborahstones6174

2 жыл бұрын

Really?! Cool 😎 can you point us to the article?

@bletheringfool

2 жыл бұрын

@@deborahstones6174 Hi, they don't allow links in these comments here, but if you google the headline 'ABBA guitarist Lasse Wellander and the secret story behind their great comeback' look for the article from the Express newspaper

@deborahstones6174

2 жыл бұрын

Found it! Very cool. It's the second time he's played for us actually. A very lovely guy. Thank you so much for letting us know

@bletheringfool

2 жыл бұрын

@@deborahstones6174 No problem. Enjoyed your reactions. You are all very talented!

Anni-frid will be 76 in november, born in 1945 as Björn, he was 76 in mai. Benny will be 74 in december. Agneta was 71 in april.

@malcolmbrown7683

2 жыл бұрын

Bjorn 25th April 1945, Benny will be 75 in December.

@siv-annsjostrom347

2 жыл бұрын

@@malcolmbrown7683 you are right! 😊 Benny will be 75 next 16/12.

Frida is 76

i would go with 6/8 time.

Anni-Frid is 75!

Abba’s Move on is 3/4 tempo iirc

Is it really just 3/4? Aren't there some broken bars or weird time signature changes in there?

I would so watch all of your reactions because I think you both are so sweet but you interrupt the song way too much for anyone to enjoy.

Stop stopping every 5 seconds

Far to many interruptions 🤬

So why should I care about the opinion of people who don’t know the difference between 3/4 and 4/4 time?

@GirlGoneBad

2 жыл бұрын

Well, evidently we do. Don't be unpleasant.

@GirlGoneBad

2 жыл бұрын

Peter???

stop talking all the time!!!! please listen a bit first!!! Talk after the song.

@GirlGoneBad

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry, that's not how we do reactions! 🤷‍♀️