SOS

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About SOS

"SOS" was the third single from Swedish pop group ABBA's self-titled 1975 album, their third for Polar Music and their second for Epic and Atlantic. It was released with "Man in the Middle" as the B-side. Agnetha Fältskog, who sang lead, recorded the song in Swedish on her 1975 solo album Elva kvinnor i ett hus. "SOS" was ABBA's first major worldwide hit since "Waterloo".


Year:
1993
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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?

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?

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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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Written by: Stig Erik Leopold Anderson, Benny Goran Bror Andersson, Bjoern K. Ulvaeus

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Creation and Release
"SOS" is a song by Swedish pop group ABBA from their album "ABBA". The song was released as a single in 1975.
High Ranking
The song was a major global success, topping the charts in multiple countries including Germany, Australia, the UK, and more.
Song Format
The song features an innovative music video with each group member framed in a separate panel, with Agnetha Fältskog in a close-up, heralding the popular style of modern pop music videos.
Agnetha's Performance
Agnetha Fältskog, who was a member of ABBA, sang lead in the song "SOS". Her performance was highly praised, especially for expressing vulnerability through the lyrics.
Popularity in Pop Culture
The song has remained popular even decades after its initial release and has been covered by numerous artists in various styles. Its music video, in particular, is recognized as a classic example of early pop music cinematography.
Unique Composition
The title "SOS" may sound like radio distress signal 'S.O.S' but in the context of the song's lyrics, it stands for 'Save Our Souls.'
Song Lyrics
The song's lyrics contain a passionate plea from a person in a troubled relationship, which resonated with many listeners, contributing to its enduring popularity.
Accolades
"SOS" was voted the second-best song of the 1970s by VH1 viewers in the UK in a poll conducted in 2006.
Instrumentation
The song marked ABBA's continued experiment with different sounds during their early years, featuring piano, guitar, bass, and drums in its instrumentation.
Iconic Outfit
In the '70s, Agnetha Fältskog's memorable, blue shimmery outfit from the "SOS" promotional video became an iconic image associated with the song and ABBA as a whole.

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