I'm another one who is watching this in tears. I've never in my 55 years been so emotional about the release of an album. I was concerned that they would try to be modern but they still sound like Abba (i.e. perfect). I've waited 40 years for this and it is well worth the wait plus t is fantastic that a whole new group of people are discovering Abba. I pre-ordered the album as soon as I could.
Cher may actually have given the ABBA girls a spark, after she recorded some of their songs after the Mamma Mia movie. She belongs to the same age group...
It´s incredible they are 73,77,76, 77 years old and still make a banger hit,,,I`m in tears and proud to be a Sweden citizen OMG,,,,,,,LOVE FROM SWEDEN❤❤💘
Some things will never change and one is that those two women will always sound sensational in harmony. My word, that chorus. That's a killer bass-line too. The gods of Pop.
The symbolism behind these lyrics is absolutely brilliant. I think you can see them at least two ways: on one hand, talking about themselves, how they were and how they are now, on the other hand, about their avatars and themselves now combined: I am hot, don`t shut me down. The magic is still there. And I can hardly believe this is happening. "And now you see another me, I've been reloaded, yeah I'm fired up, don't shut me down I'm like a dream within a dream that's been decoded I'm fired up, I'm hot, don't shut me down I'm not the one you knew I'm now and then combined And I'm asking you to have an open mind (And I won't be the same)"
Yeah, symbolism.. I'm always aware that it's Björn who writes the lyrics, even though the girls sing it, so my first thought was that this is his message to Agnetha, like "Come join the group, I won't act like I did last time" when she was pushed to touring, he was a workaholic, and the other stuff that ruined their marriage and ultimately made her a reclusive for a long time (noone knows everything that happened but them, so I could be completely wrong here, but it was my first thought).
Yes, it has reminded me that one of the things that makes Abba great is great decision-making, the decision to make these songs one one level about the sorts of things Abba songs were always about and on another level about Abba now and their relationship with us is a fantastic decision, it really adds another emotionally powerful level. Of course, it wouldn't work if they didn't pull it off so well.
I love how this song is like them saying "Don't worry, we still have the magic we did back then, but keep in mind that we have grown and changed as people". Then I Still Have Faith in You is the story of them deciding to come back together as a group
The dimensions of these lyrics are ingenius. It's like they are talking about reuniting with someone they once loved and audience's response to new Abba music at the same time. "I'm not the one you knew, I'm now and then combined" or "I'm asking you to have an open mind, don't shut me down"
@@HolgerJakobs There is that but on the other hand they learned English over 40 years ago, one could say they write better than most natives. Foreigners think about the language in a different way so they almost have an advantage making the lyrics flow, sounding light and deep simultaneously.
What a great reaction video! It does my heart good to see a young person enjoying ABBA. I've been loving ABBA ever since 1975. I never thought there would be new ABBA music. I love it!!!
ABBA is so worldwide ever since they started it's crazy. Putting Sweden on the musical map and showing that Scandinavian beauty. These new songs are starting to jam in my head, like the old ones.
Someone in the comments mentioned feeling 'joyous' about these comeback songs and that's exactly how I feel. I never thought I'd feel like this but it's there!
Wow..I'm a huge ABBA fan..always was even when it wasn't cool .loved Waterloo and dancing queen was and still is a floor filler..but this is GREAT.. what a comeback song..the ladies still have those wonderful voices which merge together so well.. the music is banging..love the piano trills from dancing queen..but those lyrics are EPIC.. they're back !!.. wonderful..just wonderful..
SO glad to see you react to this video. You are spot on in your reaction. LOVE the HUGE smile on your face throughout the whole song. It´s a really great song.
Ah... those harmonies are magical for sure! Glad their back can't deny the joyous feeling. My only hope is that the show will tour outside the UK for the fans to experience all over the world. Classic ABBA sound well produced as always. Another classic.
Thanks for the ABBA. Benny/Bjorn are great song writers. And Agnetha and Frida have always been the best at bringing their songs to life. I thought it was wonderful in the interview when Bjorn said as much. And how privileged and lucky they are to have them again. He said they brought a maturity and knowledge that's unmatched. You just put the song in front of them and they deliver. I don't know how the current generation will feel about this. But for me this is what music is supposed to be. To me both girls are still at the top of the list for female vocalist. Love you Frida ❤️. Love you Agnetha ❤️. Thanks Benny/Bjorn, you guys have delivered again.
1. I Still Have Faith in You is malancholic, it's the type of song which grows in you as you listen to it more and more often. 2. Don't Shut Me Down is more upbeat and dancy, the type which you like straight away. Conclusion- Both are great and have their own strengths. Just enjoy them as they are
I really am in cloud nine listening to ABBA. Just fantastic to hear such beautiful music & their singing - incredible. I was in my teens in the 70's so really happy to see them come back!!!!
I'm too young to have been a fan of ABBA back in the days (I was born 10 years too late) but ever since I discovered them around the age of 10, I have been in love with their music. And hearing them come back like that feels amazing. A new ABBA album releasing in my lifetime, that is so awesome to think about. Great reaction.
So,soo,sooo many lost years. But better now then never. I have tears in my tired old eyes. Peace of heaven came back to earth with their golden voices. No one can reach them ever. Thank you ABBA. GREETINGS FROM SLOVENIA EU
benny and bjorn are master craftsmen, songwriters, producers. add in the magical voices of agnetha and frida they do it all and create real music and masterpieces which is so lacking in todays music. i am thrilled they didnt change their sound. the world has been waiting for this miracle comeback of the century! what an amazing gift they have given all of us. just when we needed them most. viva ABBA forever!! 9:06
#JayveeTV am so glad u followed up with this. What an amazing comeback. ABBA have always been perfectionists with everything they do and they didn't disappoint their fans. I Still Have Faith in them. The tears flowed watching the livestream and I still get chills hearing these new songs. On another note whats happened to your screen?
In the Abba movie, a young woman was asked what she liked about ABBA. She answered: When I hear ABBA music, I just want to start dancing. I think with the two new titles this tradition is upheld ! Just good music. Just ABBA !
When I first heard this new ABBA song a few weeks ago, okay now, they are 40 years older and their style might have changed and become more mellow. Then BAM! Duh, me! I realized that this was ABBA's same great style all along with the build-up to the chorus. They STILL sound GREAT!! BTW, Jovaughn, I typed this before I listen to your reaction. I see that we both weren't ready for the switch-up, but as I said, that is Abba's style. Not to say other bands don't have that great switch-up movement in their songs. You hear it in Zepellin, Queen, Styx, and quite a few other bands.
I'm excited seeing your reaction as a "new" fan...part of the emotion in their return is seeing people's faces as they listen to the music, people who weren't there the first time round. Seeing your face smile. Seeing you dance in your chair is really emotional for us older fans...it's beautiful to see.
ABBA embodies real pop music in its purest form! They are the standard of pop music! You have set the Benchmark that no one has ever been able to reach!
Nice! It was really cool to see your surprise and overall joy hearing this slice of pop perfection from the masters. I cannot stop listening to this song, I’ve had my earbuds in for the last two days and have been listening to this song on repeat because I’m addicted to the strings, the synths, the beat which I am not able to sit still to. I pre-ordered “Voyage” and cannot wait to hear the full album.
Such a joy to hear abba once again ,and I can't keep still listening to this song ,and the lyrics are so emotional ,basically saying they aren't the same as before but they are still loving life and music despite their ages and life experiences since they split over 40 yrs ago .they definitely still have that magic between them after all this time .I love it
These 2 new songs are bringing everything back, that i have missed the last 39 years :-)) i can´t wait for the album in november. This is, was, and will always be the soundtrack of my life. I can´t express how much i adore ABBA.
UNMISTAKEABLE ABBA SOUND. THIS IS SO CATCHY.THEY ARE BACK STRONGER THAN EVER. NO ONE CAN SHUT ABBA DOWN. NEW ABBA ALBUM OUT ON NOVEMBER 5, 2021, ABBALICIOUS TREAT 🥳🥳🥳🥳
I wasn’t even born when they started making music and today they’re all in their seventies, but as soon as I heard their songs some time in my early childhood up till today, I never get tired listening to them ☺️. Such great music 🙌🏻😍. I’m so glad the rest of the world enjoy it too.
I saw them live in Sydney in 1977 as an 8 year old. It's not only great to see them back but to see another generation loving their new music and their back catalogue. This song is an anthem and will become one of the forever ABBA classics.
I'm 54 years young in a few short weeks, and have grown up with ABBA all my life - they have provided the "soundtrack to my life" - and I have been an loyal fan throughout, even when they were (supposedly) "out of fashion" and "uncool" - simply because I knew - and was confident - that their music was someting VERY special and would stand the test of time, despite all those nay-sayers and mumblers and grumblers, and music snobs at the time and even over the intervening years. Suffice to say that, personally, I have never had any doubts that ABBA are simply the best band in the world ever; and I feel utterly vindicated that they have proved me right and stood the test of time... and these new songs only add to, enrich and improve on their original canon and body of genius songwriting: it really does feel like they have simply picked up where they left off - a seamless continuation... and these two first songs are absolute gems and couldn't be more "ABBA" (I have had them playing on repeat and, yes, the tears have flowed, I am unashamed to admit), and I am really looking forward to hearing the full album in a couple of month's time (the pre-order for VOYAGE is in!). In one sense it's a crying shame that we had to wait almost 40 years to hear new songs from this amazing band (even though the back-catalogue was plenty to see us through), but maybe that's just how the script had to be written for this super talentet quartet. Who knows... only time and history will tell, but the bottom line: this music will be remembered and will bring sheer joy, melacholy, and inspiration - indeed an entire wave of emotions - for both music lovers and indeed musicians - for generations to come, of that I am absolutely sure... Timeless and utterly priceless genius...! I'm so glad - and thankful - that I grew up when I did... God bless, the Super Swedes - and, yes - Thank you so much, ABBA, for this glorious music...!!! (and thank YOU, JayveeTV, for this "reaction" video. It was entertaining and delightful to watch! ;)
I love both of these new songs, it's two contrasting sounds that Abba are so good at. As you said, this has that disco beat that Abba are renowned for. I was bopping along in my seat. They haven't lost their touch, that's for sure.
How does one band do this music thing so magically, wonderfully, beautifully, effortlessly and timelessly...it's like they never left at all. So much love for them. And in 200 years, ABBA will still be there...
I was 12 when they were charting in the mid '70's. To see so many of so many ages loving what they did back then, and what they have brought out now is simply mind blowing. I had always hoped they would do something but assumed they would rely on their past hits - never did i think they could come up with even more! Bjorn and Benny are Master Writers and Anna and Frida are Masters at singing. We live in a time that future generations will only dream of when it comes to ABBA! Thanks Jayvee :)
They were my gods from when i was 6 (i'm 50 now), and they litarally saved my life many years ago - and to see that much younger people understand and adore there work makes me emotional and really, really happy ! Thanks man ! 👍 This song is e.v.e.r.y.t.h.i.n.g. ! ❤
🧡 ABBA ! EVERYONE BACK TO THE DANCE FLOOR ! At 65, and proudly lived my 20's in the disco life of the 70's and 80's, I wondered when the dance genre would make its comeback as some do, who knew that ABBA would be the ones to usher it back again. PLATINUM ! So good that it hit U.S. charts at #11 and deejays are already remixing "DON'T SHUT ME DOWN" into long-play singles. Eight more tracks to come in November. What magic still awaits us? Thanks, Jayvee, not only for the reaction but for being a member of a younger generation that is keeping the dream alive. For the love of music - Peace.
when this came out I was driving with my teenage daughter in Cornwall, stopped the car by the side of the road, opened the doors and danced in the road with her, tears running down my face... hard to dance to, great for grooving in a chair though....
Maybe, just maybe, other groups will follow their lead and see how much the world loves this sound. We really needed this to happen. I am so sick of the music that has been coming out for the last I don't know how many years. Obviously, people like this sound and they are in their 70's!!! Just think about that for a moment!
What a comeback, 40 years on, are they as good as before, not only as good, better. Tears are flowing, millions around the World are reacting exactly the same way. We have it back, real music, instruments, melodies, a chorus, real voices.... I am so emotional, they were the band of my teens, growing into adulthood, the trials of relationships. Now I am entering my twilight years, I am not the same, but in many ways I AM the same, I still look for the music I can relate to, and now it's back again. Abba were huge in the 70's, although they split, we still listened, watched, hoping, wishing, praying for a revival, being told it would never happen time and again, and now here it is, the World needed this, in these days we needed an upbeat feel, thank you for the music once again ABBA
Historical comeback! We have all been waiting for this... ABBA is back! And it is so emotional to listening to these new songs because they are like a small miracle happened. I never thought I could see them back together and have new music from my favorite band!
I'm so glad you went back to that final line a second time - it's the bit that really gets me each time I listen to it. It's like the song builds you up into a happy & safe bubble full of hope and optimism and then at the end suddenly bursts leaving just Agnetha's voice, suddenly sounding unsure & vulnerable. The tremor in that final note (the only time her voice betrays it's age) if anything adds to that feeling. And yet it's that maturity in her voice that also makes it even more powerful and beautiful to listen to.
I didn't expect this.... I was curious how ABBA might sound after about 40 years. And now... Wham. I'm a little boy again. Sitting in the living room holding this LP "The visitors" and my mom comes in and says: "Be careful with it. It can be scratched so easily" I didn't expect this long forgotten memory. I'm in tears actually...
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I'm in tears every time hear this. As a fan of ABBA since Waterloo, this feels like my long lost friends have finally come home.
I'm another one who is watching this in tears. I've never in my 55 years been so emotional about the release of an album. I was concerned that they would try to be modern but they still sound like Abba (i.e. perfect). I've waited 40 years for this and it is well worth the wait plus t is fantastic that a whole new group of people are discovering Abba. I pre-ordered the album as soon as I could.
My sentiments exactly!! It's my new mantra: "I have learned to cope, and love and hope is why I am here now." Love it, and THEM, SO MUCH!!
@@elainerose2640 I was the same, and feel the same way, Elaine.
I told my dad that hearing ABBA again is like getting a big hug from an old friend. He said “I couldn’t have said it better!”
my sentiments exactly!!
They write, they arrange, they produce, they perform. It's always all them. And now they're all in their 70s and still killing it. Icons.
wait until they are 110 in about 40 year like year 2062
This song is bringing aging metalheads like me, to tears, the world over.
I can confirm that 🤘
ABBA are magic, very talented and transcends ppl's different tastes with ease!
Great man
@@niklaslundh8944 Very true.
It sure is
Jesus God, they are all 70+ and still make bangers, and they sound just like they did before! Seems like this year is getting better!
They have slight autotune but they definitely would sound amazing without it, they are all 70+ its crazy they are making music this good
The members of ABBA are from 71 to 76 in age and they sound as good today as they did 40 years ago. They are timeless and as you said magical
It's impossible to even conceive of them being in their 70s. This sounds like it was written and performed during their prime. Timeless.
No joke! Completely agree!
Cher may actually have given the ABBA girls a spark, after she recorded some of their songs after the Mamma Mia movie. She belongs to the same age group...
Agreed.
Benny and Bjorns music writing is always on point!
and don`t forget the girls...their voices together is pure magic...
Their songs definitely tell a story, and the ladies’ voices are entrancing for sure!
love the lyrics - not surprised
It´s incredible they are 73,77,76, 77 years old and still make a banger hit,,,I`m in tears and proud to be a Sweden citizen OMG,,,,,,,LOVE FROM SWEDEN❤❤💘
I have had a daft grin on my face for the last few days listening to this new ABBA music....can't stop listening, they are wonderful...
Same here!!
Yeah, everyone who hears or reads about ABBA these days has a grin on his / her face... I noticed this, too.... :D
Me too.. lol 😆
You have NOW learned the MAGIC....that is ABBA. I saw them in Boston in 1979...and now the magic continues!!
Some things will never change and one is that those two women will always sound sensational in harmony. My word, that chorus. That's a killer bass-line too. The gods of Pop.
Number one worldwide,I still have faith in you is number two,all Abba Albums are back in the charts again
When this confirms that one Abba song is worth hundreds of shitty non-musical tracks that top the charts nowadays 👍👍
PREACH IT. That's literally what I thought.
I covered it just in case you want to see it :) th-cam.com/video/AzcasH0OQ1s/w-d-xo.html
Couldn't Agree anymore.... Yiu don't realise how bad the music is these days..Habe listened to it 2 days solid.
This👆
Word!!
The symbolism behind these lyrics is absolutely brilliant. I think you can see them at least two ways: on one hand, talking about themselves, how they were and how they are now, on the other hand, about their avatars and themselves now combined: I am hot, don`t shut me down. The magic is still there. And I can hardly believe this is happening.
"And now you see another me, I've been reloaded, yeah
I'm fired up, don't shut me down
I'm like a dream within a dream that's been decoded
I'm fired up, I'm hot, don't shut me down
I'm not the one you knew
I'm now and then combined
And I'm asking you to have an open mind (And I won't be the same)"
Yeah, symbolism.. I'm always aware that it's Björn who writes the lyrics, even though the girls sing it, so my first thought was that this is his message to Agnetha, like "Come join the group, I won't act like I did last time" when she was pushed to touring, he was a workaholic, and the other stuff that ruined their marriage and ultimately made her a reclusive for a long time (noone knows everything that happened but them, so I could be completely wrong here, but it was my first thought).
Yes, it has reminded me that one of the things that makes Abba great is great decision-making, the decision to make these songs one one level about the sorts of things Abba songs were always about and on another level about Abba now and their relationship with us is a fantastic decision, it really adds another emotionally powerful level. Of course, it wouldn't work if they didn't pull it off so well.
I love how this song is like them saying "Don't worry, we still have the magic we did back then, but keep in mind that we have grown and changed as people". Then I Still Have Faith in You is the story of them deciding to come back together as a group
Agree in every word.
Catchy melodies, great lyrics and great vocals, love their maturer voices, ABBA bring balance to the music world yet again. Sheer quality
The dimensions of these lyrics are ingenius. It's like they are talking about reuniting with someone they once loved and audience's response to new Abba music at the same time. "I'm not the one you knew, I'm now and then combined" or "I'm asking you to have an open mind, don't shut me down"
Don't forget that they are writing the lyrics in a foreign language. This makes it even more impressive.
@@HolgerJakobs There is that but on the other hand they learned English over 40 years ago, one could say they write better than most natives. Foreigners think about the language in a different way so they almost have an advantage making the lyrics flow, sounding light and deep simultaneously.
What a great reaction video! It does my heart good to see a young person enjoying ABBA. I've been loving ABBA ever since 1975. I never thought there would be new ABBA music. I love it!!!
Same - on everything you wrote!
So emotional for me. Whiping tears of joy. Can't await the album 'Voyage' and someday joining a concert with their ABBAtars here in germany...🥰
ABBA is so worldwide ever since they started it's crazy. Putting Sweden on the musical map and showing that Scandinavian beauty. These new songs are starting to jam in my head, like the old ones.
This is more like it. Loved the kick up near the start and the strings during the chorus. Fantastic production quality. Bravo ABBA.😁👍🎶❤️
Love the other one better so nah!
Someone in the comments mentioned feeling 'joyous' about these comeback songs and that's exactly how I feel. I never thought I'd feel like this but it's there!
Love these new tunes. I'm crying
This is going to be one hell of a banger in the weeks ahead. So looking forward to seeing the London 'Abbatars' concerts. Absolutely timeless sound
We all need some ABBA right now!
I'm loving that bass like sound. Great to hear ABBA again!
Wow..I'm a huge ABBA fan..always was even when it wasn't cool
.loved Waterloo and dancing queen was and still is a floor filler..but this is GREAT.. what a comeback song..the ladies still have those wonderful voices which merge together so well.. the music is banging..love the piano trills from dancing queen..but those lyrics are EPIC.. they're back !!.. wonderful..just wonderful..
SO glad to see you react to this video. You are spot on in your reaction. LOVE the HUGE smile on your face throughout the whole song. It´s a really great song.
We all needed that!!! Fantastic melodies, fantastic music, sensual voices. I just love it! They have Carisma, and they are Magic!!!!!!❤
Benny & Bjorn teachin' how to write a top class pop song,instead of all the garbage that was dumped over the last 20 years.
New composers who want to learn and compose, should look into Benny and Bjorn man...really they would learn a lot.
Absolutely agree with you .
@@carlosmiguel4756 they even determined not to write it down. If you dont remember it...forget it ...like did lynyrds singer lyrics..maker
They must be back for the love of music.....they certainly don't need the money!!
Ah... those harmonies are magical for sure! Glad their back can't deny the joyous feeling. My only hope is that the show will tour outside the UK for the fans to experience all over the world. Classic ABBA sound well produced as always. Another classic.
5 years in London the show
Always have loved ABBA but never more than now!!! Sooo great to hear their return!!! 💜💜💜
ABBA paving the way to a new kind of musical experience
Thanks for the ABBA. Benny/Bjorn are great song writers. And Agnetha and Frida have always been the best at bringing their songs to life. I thought it was wonderful in the interview when Bjorn said as much. And how privileged and lucky they are to have them again. He said they brought a maturity and knowledge that's unmatched. You just put the song in front of them and they deliver. I don't know how the current generation will feel about this. But for me this is what music is supposed to be. To me both girls are still at the top of the list for female vocalist. Love you Frida ❤️. Love you Agnetha ❤️. Thanks Benny/Bjorn, you guys have delivered again.
1. I Still Have Faith in You is malancholic, it's the type of song which grows in you as you listen to it more and more often.
2. Don't Shut Me Down is more upbeat and dancy, the type which you like straight away.
Conclusion- Both are great and have their own strengths. Just enjoy them as they are
I really am in cloud nine listening to ABBA. Just fantastic to hear such beautiful music & their singing - incredible. I was in my teens in the 70's so really happy to see them come back!!!!
I love this song!! I love ABBA 💖. I'm Maria, from Argentina 🇦🇷
‘Abba creates an experience in their songs’ - love your description! Spot on! 👏👏👏👏👍😀
This song reminds me of something off of their Voulez Vous album, which was known as their disco album. So wonderful to hear new music from them!
Well spotted, there are small parts where it sounds like If it wasn’t for the Nights🤙🤙
Yes! My first reaction to this song was the same. This song could have been one of the tracks on that album. :)
Wow great ABBA is back. I love it. The Song touch my heart. 😃👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👍👍
I'm too young to have been a fan of ABBA back in the days (I was born 10 years too late) but ever since I discovered them around the age of 10, I have been in love with their music. And hearing them come back like that feels amazing. A new ABBA album releasing in my lifetime, that is so awesome to think about. Great reaction.
So,soo,sooo many lost years.
But better now then never.
I have tears in my tired old eyes.
Peace of heaven came back to earth with their golden voices.
No one can reach them ever.
Thank you ABBA.
GREETINGS FROM SLOVENIA EU
Well written!
I am loving this song already.......Will be another ABBA classic.
Reunited after 40 YEARS! YES!!! Every ABBA song is good 40 years ago and now!
benny and bjorn are master craftsmen, songwriters, producers. add in the magical voices of agnetha and frida they do it all and create real music and masterpieces which is so lacking in todays music. i am thrilled they didnt change their sound. the world has been waiting for this miracle comeback of the century! what an amazing gift they have given all of us. just when we needed them most. viva ABBA forever!! 9:06
Abba, the best group, with perfecte voices. I am glad to hear it again.
I love to see so many happy reactions to this great song - it's what we all need NOW!
I have more faith than ever in them and nothing can shut them down 😃
#JayveeTV am so glad u followed up with this. What an amazing comeback. ABBA have always been perfectionists with everything they do and they didn't disappoint their fans. I Still Have Faith in them. The tears flowed watching the livestream and I still get chills hearing these new songs. On another note whats happened to your screen?
In the Abba movie, a young woman was asked what she liked about ABBA. She answered: When I hear ABBA music, I just want to start dancing. I think with the two new titles this tradition is upheld ! Just good music. Just ABBA !
Love your sincere and authentic reaction ! The magic of ABBA is back !
When I first heard this new ABBA song a few weeks ago, okay now, they are 40 years older and their style might have changed and become more mellow. Then BAM! Duh, me! I realized that this was ABBA's same great style all along with the build-up to the chorus. They STILL sound GREAT!! BTW, Jovaughn, I typed this before I listen to your reaction. I see that we both weren't ready for the switch-up, but as I said, that is Abba's style. Not to say other bands don't have that great switch-up movement in their songs. You hear it in Zepellin, Queen, Styx, and quite a few other bands.
I'm excited seeing your reaction as a "new" fan...part of the emotion in their return is seeing people's faces as they listen to the music, people who weren't there the first time round. Seeing your face smile. Seeing you dance in your chair is really emotional for us older fans...it's beautiful to see.
These 2 ABBA songs have taken over my weekend, pure gold
ABBA embodies real pop music in its purest form! They are the standard of pop music! You have set the Benchmark that no one has ever been able to reach!
Love both the new songs, this last one a bit more😊 Now eagerly waiting for the 5th of November to hear remaining masterpieces
“Don’t Shut Me Down” is a beautiful song, with its trademark ABBA sound of joy and sadness blended into one.
They are MAGICAL, beautiful❤
Nice! It was really cool to see your surprise and overall joy hearing this slice of pop perfection from the masters. I cannot stop listening to this song, I’ve had my earbuds in for the last two days and have been listening to this song on repeat because I’m addicted to the strings, the synths, the beat which I am not able to sit still to. I pre-ordered “Voyage” and cannot wait to hear the full album.
Such a joy to hear abba once again ,and I can't keep still listening to this song ,and the lyrics are so emotional ,basically saying they aren't the same as before but they are still loving life and music despite their ages and life experiences since they split over 40 yrs ago .they definitely still have that magic between them after all this time .I love it
Yay they're back! So proud of them, I'm Swedish 🇸🇪 But American too 😉🤟🇺🇸
Hej från England :-)
These 2 new songs are bringing everything back, that i have missed the last 39 years :-)) i can´t wait for the album in november. This is, was, and will always be the soundtrack of my life. I can´t express how much i adore ABBA.
Them making music again is so wonderful that I can't even.....just WOW!
ABBA have definitely still got it, there music is technically very advanced , amazing.
WOW! I am in tears - You never know what's going to happen when a band reunites. They still got it-- Such Talent! MORE ABB!
The lyrics are about the "abbatars": the ABBA members transformed ("reloaded") in digital avatars
It just shows their awesome talent, after all these years to come back with such class is great I've missed them
I love them so much. Their music is like magic, perfect pop songs every time.
Abba are the soundtrack to my life♥️
UNMISTAKEABLE ABBA SOUND. THIS IS SO CATCHY.THEY ARE BACK STRONGER THAN EVER. NO ONE CAN SHUT ABBA DOWN. NEW ABBA ALBUM OUT ON NOVEMBER 5, 2021, ABBALICIOUS TREAT 🥳🥳🥳🥳
I wasn’t even born when they started making music and today they’re all in their seventies, but as soon as I heard their songs some time in my early childhood up till today, I never get tired listening to them ☺️. Such great music 🙌🏻😍. I’m so glad the rest of the world enjoy it too.
It's awesome. Old school disco with modern lyrics just brilliant. Made me well up it's so good. Another level.
I saw them live in Sydney in 1977 as an 8 year old. It's not only great to see them back but to see another generation loving their new music and their back catalogue. This song is an anthem and will become one of the forever ABBA classics.
I'm 54 years young in a few short weeks, and have grown up with ABBA all my life - they have provided the "soundtrack to my life" - and I have been an loyal fan throughout, even when they were (supposedly) "out of fashion" and "uncool" - simply because I knew - and was confident - that their music was someting VERY special and would stand the test of time, despite all those nay-sayers and mumblers and grumblers, and music snobs at the time and even over the intervening years.
Suffice to say that, personally, I have never had any doubts that ABBA are simply the best band in the world ever; and I feel utterly vindicated that they have proved me right and stood the test of time... and these new songs only add to, enrich and improve on their original canon and body of genius songwriting: it really does feel like they have simply picked up where they left off - a seamless continuation... and these two first songs are absolute gems and couldn't be more "ABBA" (I have had them playing on repeat and, yes, the tears have flowed, I am unashamed to admit), and I am really looking forward to hearing the full album in a couple of month's time (the pre-order for VOYAGE is in!).
In one sense it's a crying shame that we had to wait almost 40 years to hear new songs from this amazing band (even though the back-catalogue was plenty to see us through), but maybe that's just how the script had to be written for this super talentet quartet. Who knows... only time and history will tell, but the bottom line: this music will be remembered and will bring sheer joy, melacholy, and inspiration - indeed an entire wave of emotions - for both music lovers and indeed musicians - for generations to come, of that I am absolutely sure... Timeless and utterly priceless genius...!
I'm so glad - and thankful - that I grew up when I did... God bless, the Super Swedes - and, yes - Thank you so much, ABBA, for this glorious music...!!! (and thank YOU, JayveeTV, for this "reaction" video. It was entertaining and delightful to watch! ;)
I love both of these new songs, it's two contrasting sounds that Abba are so good at. As you said, this has that disco beat that Abba are renowned for. I was bopping along in my seat. They haven't lost their touch, that's for sure.
This song and "I Still Believe In You" dropped yesterday. A lot of people haven't heard it yet, but there are already more than 20 reactions to them.
How does one band do this music thing so magically, wonderfully, beautifully, effortlessly and timelessly...it's like they never left at all. So much love for them. And in 200 years, ABBA will still be there...
So wonderful to hear ABBA new after 40 years, so awesome! Grew up with their incredible sound.
I was 12 when they were charting in the mid '70's. To see so many of so many ages loving what they did back then, and what they have brought out now is simply mind blowing. I had always hoped they would do something but assumed they would rely on their past hits - never did i think they could come up with even more! Bjorn and Benny are Master Writers and Anna and Frida are Masters at singing. We live in a time that future generations will only dream of when it comes to ABBA! Thanks Jayvee :)
From my recollection ABBA never had a bad song. They still don’t; even now. Absolutely beautiful, brilliant & amazing new comeback album.
40 years, and they are still fucking awesome!!!!!!!!
Your smile (and moves) are making this my favourite reaction video to 'Don't Shut Me Down'! 😄
I saw there first performance Eurovision (waterloo) right through my teen years to young adult.
And now THERE BACK ABBA😍😍💘🥳🥳
Why am I crying?! 😂 Such a good song!
ABBA are pure brilliance. There has never been the likes of them before & there never will be again ✌✌
I think this is melancholy and talks about their return.
Fantastic people. Fantastic music
A typical ABBA song which makes it another great ABBA song.👍👍
ABBA is like a fine wine 🍷 they get better and better with time.👍👌
Dude, they're in their 70s! It is a good song.
They were my gods from when i was 6 (i'm 50 now), and they litarally saved my life many years ago - and to see that much younger people understand and adore there work makes me emotional and really, really happy ! Thanks man ! 👍
This song is e.v.e.r.y.t.h.i.n.g. ! ❤
We've been waiting for this almost 40 years. ABBA is still the best.
🧡 ABBA !
EVERYONE BACK TO THE DANCE FLOOR !
At 65, and proudly lived my 20's in the disco life of the 70's and 80's, I wondered when the dance genre would make its comeback as some do, who knew that ABBA would be the ones to usher it back again.
PLATINUM ! So good that it hit U.S. charts at #11 and deejays are already remixing "DON'T SHUT ME DOWN" into long-play singles. Eight more tracks to come in November. What magic still awaits us?
Thanks, Jayvee, not only for the reaction but for being a member of a younger generation that is keeping the dream alive.
For the love of music - Peace.
when this came out I was driving with my teenage daughter in Cornwall, stopped the car by the side of the road, opened the doors and danced in the road with her, tears running down my face... hard to dance to, great for grooving in a chair though....
Maybe, just maybe, other groups will follow their lead and see how much the world loves this sound. We really needed this to happen. I am so sick of the music that has been coming out for the last I don't know how many years. Obviously, people like this sound and they are in their 70's!!! Just think about that for a moment!
What a comeback, 40 years on, are they as good as before, not only as good, better. Tears are flowing, millions around the World are reacting exactly the same way. We have it back, real music, instruments, melodies, a chorus, real voices.... I am so emotional, they were the band of my teens, growing into adulthood, the trials of relationships. Now I am entering my twilight years, I am not the same, but in many ways I AM the same, I still look for the music I can relate to, and now it's back again. Abba were huge in the 70's, although they split, we still listened, watched, hoping, wishing, praying for a revival, being told it would never happen time and again, and now here it is, the World needed this, in these days we needed an upbeat feel, thank you for the music once again ABBA
Historical comeback! We have all been waiting for this... ABBA is back! And it is so emotional to listening to these new songs because they are like a small miracle happened. I never thought I could see them back together and have new music from my favorite band!
I'm so glad you went back to that final line a second time - it's the bit that really gets me each time I listen to it.
It's like the song builds you up into a happy & safe bubble full of hope and optimism and then at the end suddenly bursts leaving just Agnetha's voice, suddenly sounding unsure & vulnerable. The tremor in that final note (the only time her voice betrays it's age) if anything adds to that feeling. And yet it's that maturity in her voice that also makes it even more powerful and beautiful to listen to.
Your reaction to this incredible song is so lovely 💔
The greatest.
I didn't expect this.... I was curious how ABBA might sound after about 40 years. And now... Wham. I'm a little boy again. Sitting in the living room holding this LP "The visitors" and my mom comes in and says: "Be careful with it. It can be scratched so easily"
I didn't expect this long forgotten memory. I'm in tears actually...