Introduction
In a revelation that has left ABBA fans around the world stunned and emotional, Benny Andersson — one of the iconic co-founders of the legendary Swedish pop group — has finally spoken out, confirming what many had feared: ABBA will likely never record or perform new music together again.
In a candid interview with Dagens Nyheter, a leading Swedish publication, Benny shared heartfelt reflections on the band’s historic career, the recent Voyage project, and what lies ahead — or rather, what doesn’t.
“We’ve done what we came back to do,” Benny said plainly. “Voyage was our goodbye — though maybe not everyone realized it at the time.”
The news, though not entirely unexpected, is still a painful confirmation for devoted fans who had held out hope that ABBA’s surprise 2021 comeback signaled the start of a new creative chapter. That chapter, however, appears to have already closed — and with it, the final page in one of music history’s most beloved stories.
The Final Curtain
ABBA’s 2021 release Voyage was the group’s first studio album in nearly 40 years. Alongside it came the groundbreaking “ABBA Voyage” digital concert in London, where virtual versions of the band members performed live with a real orchestra. The project was hailed as revolutionary and emotional, and fans around the world saw it as the ultimate return.
But according to Benny, Voyage was always intended as a farewell — a “thank you” to fans more than a reboot.
“We’re proud of what we did. But we’re also old enough to know when to stop,” Benny said, now 78. “We don’t want to become a parody of ourselves.”
His comments are echoed by fellow bandmate Björn Ulvaeus, who previously hinted that Voyage would likely be ABBA’s “final statement.” Still, fans had speculated about more music, more hologram shows, even a potential mini-tour. Those hopes were quietly kept alive — until now.
A Bittersweet Ending
To longtime followers, the news may feel like a definitive end to something deeply personal. ABBA’s music — from the heartbreak of The Winner Takes It All to the jubilance of Dancing Queen — has been the soundtrack of generations. The confirmation that no more songs will follow is difficult to accept, even as their legacy continues to thrive.
Still, Andersson insists there’s nothing tragic about the decision. In fact, he views it as a success story.
“We ended on our own terms,” he said. “Not many bands can say that.”
What’s Next?
While no new ABBA music is coming, both Benny and Björn remain active in the creative world. Benny continues to compose, while Björn has hinted at non-ABBA projects involving technology and storytelling. The “ABBA Voyage” digital concert is also still running in London and may expand to other cities — a sign that the group’s spirit lives on, even if the band itself has signed off.
For fans, Benny’s confirmation is a tough pill to swallow. But perhaps the “awful truth” is also a beautiful one: ABBA knew when to bow out gracefully — still shining, still adored, and forever iconic.
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