ABBA – SOS

About the song

ABBA, the Swedish pop quartet whose infectious melodies and catchy hooks have captivated audiences for decades, released “SOS” in 1975. This iconic track, featuring Agnetha Fältskog’s powerful vocals, quickly became a global sensation, cementing ABBA’s status as one of the most beloved pop acts of all time.

“SOS” is a song about heartbreak and longing. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a woman who is desperately searching for love and connection. The song’s title, “SOS,” is a clear indication of the protagonist’s emotional distress. She is sending out a plea for help, hoping that someone will hear her cry.

The song’s music is equally powerful. The upbeat tempo and catchy melody are perfectly complemented by the group’s harmonies, creating a truly unforgettable listening experience. The song’s enduring popularity can be attributed in part to its timeless appeal, as its themes of heartbreak and longing remain relevant today.

“SOS” was ABBA’s first major worldwide hit since “Waterloo,” and it quickly became a defining moment for the group. The song’s success helped to establish ABBA as a global phenomenon, and it remains one of their most beloved tracks to this day.

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Lyrics

Where are those happy days?
They seem so hard to find
I tried to reach for you, but you have closed your mind
Whatever happened to our love?
I wish I understood
It used to be so nice, it used to be so good

So when you’re near me, Darling, can’t you hear me?
S. O. S.
The love you gave me, nothing else can save me
S. O. S.
When you’re gone
How can I even try to go on?
When you’re gone
Though I try how can I carry on?

You seem so far away though you are standing near
You made me feel alive, but something died I fear
I really tried to make it out
I wish I understood
What happened to our love?
It used to be so good

So when you’re near me, Darling, can’t you hear me?
S. O. S.
The love you gave me, nothing else can save me
S. O. S.
When you’re gone
How can I even try to go on?
When you’re gone
Though I try how can I carry on?

[break]

So when you’re near me, Darling, can’t you hear me?
S. O. S.
And the love you gave me, nothing else can save me
S. O. S.
When you’re gone
How can I even try to go on?
When you’re gone
Though I try how can I carry on?
When you’re gone
How can I even try to go on?
When you’re gone
Though I try how can I carry on?