Knowing Me, Knowing You

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About Knowing Me, Knowing You

"Knowing Me, Knowing You" is a hit single recorded by Swedish pop group ABBA. The song was written by Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus and Stig Anderson, with Anni-Frid Lyngstad singing the lead vocals. During recording sessions, it had the working titles of "Ring It In" and "Number 1, Number 1". The song is featured on the group's album Arrival and on the compilation Gold: Greatest Hits.


Year:
1993
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No more carefree laughter
Silence ever after
Walking through an empty house
Tears in my eyes
This is where the story ends
This is goodbye

Knowing me, knowing you (a-ha)
There is nothing we can do
Knowing me, knowing you (a-ha)
We just have to face it
This time we're through
Breaking up is never easy, I know
But I have to go
Knowing me, knowing you
It's the best I can do

Memories (memories), good days (good days), bad days (bad days)
They'll be (they'll be) with me (with me) always (always)
In these old familiar rooms
Children would play
Now there's only emptiness
Nothing to say

Knowing me, knowing you (a-ha)
There is nothing we can do
Knowing me, knowing you (a-ha)
We just have to face it
This time we're through
Breaking up is never easy, I know
But I have to go
Knowing me, knowing you
It's the best I can do

Knowing me, knowing you (a-ha)
There is nothing we can do
Knowing me, knowing you (a-ha)
We just have to face it
This time we're through
Breaking up is never easy, I know
But I have to go
Knowing me, knowing you
It's the best I can do

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

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10 facts about this song

Song Background
"Knowing Me, Knowing You" is a hit single by Swedish band ABBA. It was included in their album "Arrival" and also featured as the A-side of their single released in 1977.
Inspired Lyrics
The song is about the end of a relationship, which shows a more serious and melancholy side of ABBA, compared to their earlier upbeat tracks.
Track Success
"Knowing Me, Knowing You" has been one of ABBA's most successful tracks. It reached number one in the UK and was also in the top 10 in many other countries.
Unique Video
The video for the song is considered unique and significant. It was the first time director Lasse Hallström used cinematic techniques, including facial close-ups and wide-angle shots.
Musical Features
The song is marked by a dramatic musical arrangement. It includes the use of a choir-like backing vocals, a notable guitar riff, and layered instrumentation.
Recognition
In 1995, "Knowing Me, Knowing You" received an ASCAP London award for being among the most performed songs in the ASCAP register.
Live Performances
ABBA performed "Knowing Me, Knowing You" during their 1979 tour. It was one of the few ABBA songs to have been performed live before it was released on an album.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by a number of artists across different genres, including Richard Clayderman, B*Witched, Alan Partridge, and others.
Featured in Musical
"Knowing Me, Knowing You" is also part of the international hit musical "Mamma Mia!".
Critical Reception
The song generally received positive reviews from critics. In a BBC poll, it was voted the 6th best ABBA song ever.

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