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ABBA’s Benny and Björn Reveal Emotional ‘Special Moment’ From Their Surprise Reunion
In a rare and heartfelt interview with ITV News, ABBA legends Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus opened up about one of the most unforgettable moments from their highly anticipated reunion. After nearly four decades apart, the iconic Swedish pop group surprised the world with their comeback—and Benny and Björn say there was one particular moment during the reunion that truly stood out to them.
Speaking with warmth and honesty, the two musicians reflected on the first time all four ABBA members—Benny, Björn, Agnetha Fältskog, and Anni-Frid Lyngstad—stood together again in the studio after so many years. “It was emotional, I can’t lie,” Benny admitted. “There was a silence at first, and then we all smiled, realizing it felt just like it did back then.”
Björn described it as a “magical” moment, especially when they began singing together again. “The harmony was still there,” Björn said. “After so many years, our voices blended in a way that felt natural, as if no time had passed at all.”
The reunion came as part of the group’s groundbreaking ABBA Voyage project, where their digital ‘ABBA-tars’ performed for fans around the world. But for Benny and Björn, the real magic happened during those private studio sessions, away from cameras and bright lights. “When we first sang again, just the four of us, it was a very special moment,” Björn explained. “It brought back everything we shared—not just the music, but the friendship, the history, and the memories.”
Benny agreed, adding that the feeling was overwhelming but beautiful. “There was laughter, a few tears, and most importantly, the joy of making music together again,” he said.
Fans have been overjoyed by ABBA’s return, especially after so many years of speculation and rumors about a possible reunion. When asked why they finally decided to come back, Benny and Björn both emphasized the desire to give something back to their loyal fans. “We didn’t have to do it, but we wanted to,” Björn explained. “We wanted to leave something meaningful for the fans, for ourselves, and for the future.”
The ABBA Voyage project was praised for its innovative use of technology, but the emotional core of the reunion remained in the music itself. Björn called it a “celebration of who we are,” while Benny described it as “a gift to ourselves and to everyone who has ever loved our songs.”
As the interview concluded, Benny and Björn both agreed that although ABBA’s time as an active band may be limited, their music and legacy will live on forever. “This reunion reminded us why we started in the first place,” Benny said, “for the love of music, friendship, and bringing joy to people’s lives.”
For ABBA fans around the world, the special moment of their reunion is more than just a memory—it’s proof that some bonds, and some music, are truly timeless.
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