About Song
“Mamma Mia” is a timeless pop classic by the Swedish supergroup ABBA, released in 1975 as the lead single from their third studio album, also titled “ABBA.” Written by Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus, and Stig Anderson, the song is a lively and infectious tribute to the complexities of love.
The title “Mamma Mia” is an Italian exclamation that translates to “My, my!” or “My goodness!” in English, and the song’s lyrics reflect the narrator’s sense of surprise and exasperation at the power of love. The chorus, with its catchy refrain of “Mamma mia, here I go again, my my, how can I resist you?” became an anthem of sorts, capturing the spirit of romantic entanglements.
Musically, “Mamma Mia” is characterized by its upbeat tempo, catchy hooks, and the distinctive vocal harmonies of ABBA’s two female members, Agnetha Fältskog and Anni-Frid Lyngstad. The song features a blend of pop and disco elements, which were prevalent in the 1970s, making it well-suited for the era’s dance floors.
Released as a single, “Mamma Mia” achieved significant success, reaching high positions on charts around the world. The song’s popularity was further boosted by its inclusion in ABBA’s 1975 album, which became a commercial triumph. The album, often referred to as “The Album” or “ABBA: The Album,” also includes other hits like “SOS” and “Dancing Queen.”
In addition to its chart success, “Mamma Mia” gained a new wave of popularity in the 2000s when it became the title and inspiration for the jukebox musical and subsequent film of the same name. The musical, featuring ABBA’s hits, including “Mamma Mia,” became a global phenomenon, introducing the band’s music to a new generation of fans.
Today, “Mamma Mia” remains one of ABBA’s most beloved and recognizable songs, cherished for its infectious energy, memorable chorus, and the enduring appeal of ABBA’s signature sound. The song’s legacy has been further solidified by its continued presence in various adaptations, ensuring that new audiences continue to discover and enjoy the magic of “Mamma Mia.”
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Lyrics
“Mamma Mia”
I’ve been cheated by you since I don’t know whenSo I made up my mind, it must come to an endLook at me now, will I ever learn?I don’t know how but I suddenly lose controlThere’s a fire within my soulJust one look and I can hear a bell ringOne more look and I forget everything, w-o-o-o-ohMamma mia, here I go againMy my, how can I resist you?Mamma mia, does it show again?My my, just how much I’ve missed youYes, I’ve been brokenheartedBlue since the day we partedWhy, why did I ever let you go?Mamma mia, now I really knowMy my, I could never let you goI’ve been angry and sad about things that you do
I can’t count all the times that I’ve told you we’re through
And when you go, when you slam the door
I think you know that you won’t be away too long
You know that I’m not that strong
Just one look and I can hear a bell ring
One more look and I forget everything, w-o-o-o-ohMamma mia, here I go again
My my, how can I resist you?
Mamma mia, does it show again?
My my, just how much I’ve missed you
Yes, I’ve been brokenhearted
Blue since the day we parted
Why, why did I ever let you go?
Mamma mia, even if I say
Bye bye, leave me now or never
mamma mia, it’s a game we play
Bye bye doesn’t mean foreverMamma mia, here I go again
My my, how can I resist you?
Mamma mia, does it show again?
My my, just how much I’ve missed you
Yes, I’ve been brokenhearted
Blue since the day we parted
Why, why did I ever let you go
Mamma mia, now I really know
My my, I could never let you go
