About the song
Allow me to introduce you to the poignant and emotionally charged ballad “The Winner Takes It All” by ABBA, a song that has resonated deeply with audiences around the world since its release.
Written by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, “The Winner Takes It All” was released by ABBA in 1980 as part of their album “Super Trouper.” From its haunting melody to its heartfelt lyrics, this song captures the essence of heartbreak and resilience.
Upon its release, “The Winner Takes It All” quickly climbed the music charts, reaching the top spot in numerous countries, including the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Belgium. Its success solidified ABBA’s status as one of the most influential and acclaimed pop acts of the era.
The song’s introspective lyrics, which explore the complexities of love and loss, struck a chord with listeners and garnered widespread acclaim. Its enduring popularity has seen it featured in numerous films, television shows, and commercials, cementing its place as one of ABBA’s most iconic and enduring hits.
“The Winner Takes It All” not only achieved commercial success but also earned critical acclaim. It showcased ABBA’s ability to craft emotive and introspective songs that resonate with listeners on a deeply personal level.
Decades after its release, “The Winner Takes It All” continues to touch the hearts of audiences with its raw emotion and universal themes of love and loss. So, whether you’re reflecting on past relationships or simply appreciating the beauty of music, prepare to be moved by the timeless elegance of ABBA’s “The Winner Takes It All.”
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Lyrics
I don’t wanna talk
About things we’ve gone through
Though it’s hurting me
Now it’s history
I’ve played all my cards
And that’s what you’ve done too
Nothing more to say
No more ace to play
The winner takes it all
The loser’s standing small
Beside the victory
That’s her destiny
I was in your arms
Thinking I belonged there
I figured it made sense
Building me a fence
Building me a home
Thinking I’d be strong there
But I was a fool
Playing by the rules
The gods may throw a dice
Their minds as cold as ice
And someone way down here
Loses someone dear
The winner takes it all (takes it all)
The loser has to fall (has to fall)
It’s simple and it’s plain (it’s so plain)
Why should I complain? (Why complain?)
But tell me, does she kiss
Like I used to kiss you?
Does it feel the same
When she calls your name?
Somewhere deep inside
You must know I miss you
But what can I say?
Rules must be obeyed
The judges will decide (will decide)
The likes of me abide (me abide)
Spectators of the show (of the show)
Always staying low (staying low)
The game is on again (on again)
A lover or a friend (or a friend)
A big thing or a small (big or small)
The winner takes it all (takes it all)
I don’t wanna talk
If it makes you feel sad
And I understand
You’ve come to shake my hand
I apologize
If it makes you feel bad
Seeing me so tense
No self-confidence
But you see
The winner takes it all
The winner takes it all
So the winner takes it all
And the loser has to fall
Throw the dice, cold as ice
Way down here, someone dear
Takes it all, has to fall
And it’s plain, why complain?