Elaine

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About Elaine

"Elaine" is a song recorded by Swedish pop group ABBA. It was used as the B-side to the 1980 single "The Winner Takes It All". It was not included on any of their original albums but was later included as a bonus track on the 2001 reissue of Super Trouper.


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You hate, you scream, you swear
And still you never reach them
You curse, you try to scare
But you can never teach them  
It's a dead end street
They've tied your hands and tied your feet
And the street is narrow
A nowhere lane, a nowhere train for Elaine, Elaine, Elaine  
Elaine, Elaine, Elaine, you know they're gonna get you
You try to break away, but they will never let you  
It's a dead end street
They've tied your hands and tied your feet
And the street is narrow
The nowhere lane, the nowhere train for Elaine, Elaine, Elaine
You're like a goldfish in a bowl, Elaine, Elaine, Elaine
They have your mind, they'll take your soul  
You come, you stay, you go, it really doesn't matter
You've done it all before, by now they know the pattern  

It's a dead end street
They've tied your hands and tied your feet
And the street is narrow
The nowhere lane, the nowhere train for Elaine, Elaine, Elaine

You're like a goldfish in a bowl, Elaine, Elaine, Elaine
They have your mind, they'll take your soul  
Björn  Know that you go, you know they're gonna get you
Know that you go, you know they'll never let you  

Agnetha, Frida  It's a dead end street
They've tied your hands and tied your feet
And the street is narrow
The nowhere lane, the nowhere train for Elaine, Elaine, Elaine

You're like a goldfish in a bowl, Elaine, Elaine, Elaine
They have your mind, they'll take your soul  
Björn  Know that you go, you know they're gonna get you
Know that you go, you know they'll never let you

Know that you go, you know they're gonna get you

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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 ANDERSSON, BJOERN K ULVAEUS, BJORN ULVAEUS

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13 facts about this song

Song Release
"Elaine" was released by ABBA as the B-side of their 1980 single "The Winner Takes It All."
Song Creators
As with the majority of ABBA's songs, "Elaine" was written by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, the two male members of ABBA.
Song Production
Though not as well-known as many of ABBA's hit songs, "Elaine" bears the signature ABBA sound- strong pop melodies with rich vocal harmonies- made possible by those behind the scenes, such as producer Stig Anderson.
Intended Album
"Elaine" was originally intended to be included in the popular album "Super Trouper" but didn't make the final cut. It was, however, included on the 2001 reissue of the album.
Vocal Performance
The lead vocal in "Elaine" was performed by Agnetha Fältskog, one of the two female members of ABBA. Her clear voice and emotional resonance added dynamism to the song.
Song Popularity
Though "Elaine" was only a B-side track, it garnered significant attention and became a popular song among ABBA fans.
Song Genre
Like much of ABBA's work, "Elaine" can be classified under the pop genre with a slight hint of disco.
Song Lyrics
The lyrics of "Elaine" tell a haunting story of a woman who took her own life because her lover did not return her feelings, considered somewhat darker than typical ABBA songs.
Unique Sound
The track is noted for its unique sounding synthesisers and its dramatic chorus, making it stand out from many other ABBA songs.
Song Availability
For several years, "Elaine" could only be found as the B-side of the "The Winner Takes It All" vinyl single. Now, it is available on streaming platforms and various ABBA compilation albums.
Song Recording
"Elaine" was recorded at ABBA's own Polar Music Studios in Stockholm, Sweden, in 1980.
Song Duration
The total duration of "Elaine" is 3 minutes and 45 seconds.
CD Appearance
The first appearance of the song on CD was on the box set "Thank You for the Music" in 1994.

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