Winner Takes It All

ABBA

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"The Winner Takes It All" is a song recorded by the Swedish pop group ABBA. Released as the first single from the group's Super Trouper album on 21 July 1980, it is a ballad in the key of F-sharp major, reflecting the end of a romance. The single's B-side was the non-album track "Elaine". It was the group's first single after a seven-month hiatus and peaked at No.1 in several countries, including the UK, where it became their eighth chart-topper. It was also the group's final top 10 hit in the United States. more »

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ABBA

ABBA was a Swedish pop group formed in Stockholm in 1972, comprising Agnetha Fältskog, Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus and Anni-Frid Lyngstad. ABBA is an acronym of the first letters of the band members' first names and is sometimes stylized as the registered trademark ᗅᗺᗷᗅ. They became one of the most commercially successful acts in the history of pop music, topping the charts worldwide from 1972 to 1982. They are also known for winning the 1974 Eurovision Song Contest, giving Sweden its first victory in the history of the contest and being the most successful group ever to take part in the contest. more »

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Song Background "The Winner Takes It All" was released in 1980 by the Swedish group ABBA from their "Super Trouper" album.
Song Composition The song was composed by two members of the band, Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus.
Vocals Anni-Frid Lyngstad, also known as Frida, is the lead vocalist for this song, while the other band members provided the backing vocals.
Chart Success It was a major hit for ABBA and reached number 1 in the UK, Ireland, the Netherlands, and Belgium, while peaking at number 8 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Interpretations Many followers of the band believe the song reflects the end of the marriage between band members Björn Ulvaeus and Agnetha Fältskog. But Ulvaeus denies that the song is about their own personal experiences.
Music Video The music video was filmed in Marstrand, a seaside resort on the Swedish west coast. The video reflected a more sombre mood compared to their previous colourful and upbeat videos.
Critical Acclaim The song has been praised for its lyrical content and Frida's emotionally charged, stellar vocal performance.
Cover Versions "The Winner Takes It All" has been covered by numerous artists, including Meryl Streep in the movie musical adaptation of ABBA's songs, "Mamma Mia!".
Live Performances Despite its popularity, the song was only performed live once by ABBA during a television broadcast.
British Poll In a 1999 poll conducted by Channel 5, a British television network, "The Winner Takes It All" was voted Britain's favorite ABBA song.
Song Duration With a duration of approximately 4 minutes and 55 seconds, it is one of the longest songs recorded by ABBA.

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