About the song
In the early 1970s, a Swedish pop quartet named **ABBA** was beginning to make waves in the music world. With their catchy melodies, infectious harmonies, and relatable lyrics, they quickly captured the hearts of audiences around the globe. One of their early hits, **”People Need Love,”** stands as a timeless anthem of unity and understanding.
Released in 1972, “People Need Love” showcases ABBA’s signature sound, blending elements of pop, disco, and rock. The song’s upbeat tempo and driving rhythm create a sense of optimism and hope. The lyrics, written by Björn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson, explore the universal theme of human connection and the importance of love and empathy.
The opening lines, “People need love, people need love,” immediately set the tone for the song’s message. The chorus emphasizes the idea that love is a fundamental human need, regardless of our differences. The verses delve deeper into the subject, exploring the ways in which love can bring people together and overcome divisions.
ABBA’s harmonies are particularly striking in this song, with each member contributing their unique vocal style. Agnetha Fältskog and Anni-Frid Lyngstad’s powerful voices blend seamlessly with Ulvaeus and Andersson’s harmonies, creating a rich and textured sound. The band’s musicianship is also on full display, with the rhythm section providing a solid foundation for the song and the guitar and keyboard adding melodic interest.
“People Need Love” was a commercial success, reaching the top of the charts in several countries. It remains one of ABBA’s most beloved songs, resonating with audiences of all ages. The song’s message of unity and understanding is as relevant today as it was when it was first released, making it a timeless classic.
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Lyrics
People need hope, people need loving
People need trust from a fellow man
People need love to make a good living
People need faith in a helping hand
Man has always wanted a woman by his side to keep him company
Women always knew that it takes a man to get matrimonial harmony
Everybody knows that a man who’s feeling down wants some female sympathy
Gotta have love to carry on living
Gotta have love ’till eternity
People need hope, people need lovin’
People need trust from a fellow man
People need love to make a good livin’
People need faith in a helping hand
Flowers in the desert need a drop of rain
Like a woman needs her man
If a man’s in love and his woman wants the moon
Then hell it down if he can
Somebody who loves you and somebody who cares
Isn’t that what you’d call a friend?
Gotta have love to carry on living
Isn’t it easy to understand
People need hope, people need lovin’
People need trust from a fellow man
People need love to make a good livin’
People need faith in a helping hand
People need hope, people need lovin’
People need trust from a fellow man
People need love to make a good livin’
People need faith in a helping hand