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ABBA’s Benny and Björn Share the Touching Moment That Defined Their Unexpected Reunion
In a rare and heartfelt interview, ABBA’s Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus opened up about the deeply emotional moment that reignited the spark between the legendary band members during their surprising reunion after nearly four decades apart. Speaking with ITV News, the two founding members reflected on the “special moment” that reminded them — and the world — why ABBA’s magic had never truly faded.
For years, the idea of ABBA reuniting seemed impossible. After the group went their separate ways in the early 1980s, each member pursued solo projects, and all four expressed little interest in returning to the spotlight as a group. But in 2018, something changed. A quiet studio session — initially planned to test the waters — turned into a powerful, emotional experience neither Benny nor Björn expected.
“We were just going to sing a couple of songs,” Björn explained. “There was no pressure, no plan for a full comeback. But then Frida and Agnetha started singing together… and something happened.”
According to Benny, it was in that precise moment — as the two iconic voices of ABBA blended in harmony once more — that the past came flooding back. “It was like time had stopped,” he said. “The sound, the emotion, the connection — it was all still there. We just looked at each other and knew. This was ABBA again.”
That moment of musical chemistry, raw and unexpected, brought both joy and tears to the room. The four members had not performed together since 1982, and while their personal relationships had evolved and matured over the years, the music still held them together. “It was deeply moving,” Björn added. “It wasn’t just about singing old songs — it was about rediscovering who we were, together.”
What began as a simple reunion turned into something much more meaningful. That spark inspired the group to record new material, which led to the creation of Voyage, their first studio album in 40 years. Released in 2021, Voyage was embraced by fans across generations and marked a triumphant return for the Swedish supergroup.
The band’s reunion also led to the groundbreaking ABBA Voyage concert in London — a technologically advanced show featuring digital avatars of the group performing alongside a live band. But even with all the innovation and global attention, it was that one quiet moment in the studio — when Frida and Agnetha’s voices rejoined in harmony — that Benny and Björn say made it all possible.
“We didn’t plan for this,” Benny said. “It happened naturally. And when something that genuine happens, you have to follow it.”
Their story is not just about music, but about connection, friendship, and the enduring power of art. For Benny and Björn, the reunion wasn’t about nostalgia — it was about rediscovery. And for millions of ABBA fans around the world, it was the return of something they never stopped believing in.