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ABBA’s Benny Andersson Finally Speaks Out — The Truth Fans Have Feared
For years, ABBA fans have lived on hope. Hope for new music, more performances, and the dream that the iconic Swedish foursome might return to the stage together in person. But in a candid and unexpectedly emotional interview, Benny Andersson has finally confirmed the truth many had quietly suspected — some parts of ABBA’s story have truly come to an end.
Speaking from his home studio in Stockholm, Benny didn’t sugarcoat his words. “We’ve given the world everything we could,” he said. “The music, the memories — they’re all still here. But there are things we simply can’t do anymore.”
The statement came in response to ongoing rumors about a possible live world tour following the success of Voyage, ABBA’s 2021 comeback album and virtual concert project. While the digital “ABBAtars” allowed fans to experience the group as they appeared in their late-1970s glory, some still held out hope for a true in-person reunion. Benny’s answer was firm but gentle. “We’re in our seventies. Touring at this age, the way people remember ABBA performing, is simply not possible.”
He paused, clearly weighing his words. “We can still create music in the studio. We can still be part of ABBA’s story. But the ABBA you saw in 1979 — the energy, the stamina, the physicality — that’s gone. And I think it’s important to be honest about that.”
For devoted fans, the admission was bittersweet. On one hand, Voyage had proven that ABBA’s creative spark remained bright. On the other, Benny’s comments seemed to confirm that the group’s live performing days were over for good.
But his tone was far from pessimistic. Instead, he spoke about legacy — about ensuring ABBA’s music would continue to connect with new generations. “We never wrote songs just for a moment,” he said. “We wanted them to last. And the fact that young people are still discovering Dancing Queen, Chiquitita, and The Winner Takes It All means we’ve done something right.”
He also touched on the personal bond between the members, noting that their friendship has deepened over time. “When you’ve been through what we have — the highs, the lows, the pressures — you realize that the people beside you matter more than the applause. We’ve found peace with each other.”
Benny’s honesty left many fans reflective. While the dream of seeing ABBA on a traditional world stage may have faded, the truth he shared brought clarity — and perhaps even closure.
As the interview wrapped, he offered a final thought that resonated like a lyric: “Every story has an ending. But music… music doesn’t end. It keeps playing in the hearts of those who listen.”
For ABBA lovers around the world, that might not be the ending they imagined — but it’s one they can hold onto forever.