Dancing Queen
ABBA · The Essential Collection [2012]
Ooh
You can dance, you can jive, having the time of your life
Ooh, see that girl, watch that scene, diggin' the dancing queen
Friday night and the lights are low
Looking out for a place to go,
Mm, where they play the right music, getting in the swing
You come to look for a king
Anybody could be that guy
Night is young and the music's high
With a bit of rock music, ev'rything is fine
You're in the mood for a dance
And when you get the chance...
CHORUS:
You are the dancing queen, young and sweet, only 17
Dancing queen, feel the beat from the tambourine, oh yeah
You can dance, you can jive, having the time of your life
Ooh, see that girl, watch that scene, diggin' the dancing queen
You're a teaser, you turn 'em on,
Leave 'em burning and then you're gone
Looking out for another, anyone will do
You're in the mood for a dance
And when you get the chance...
CHORUS
Diggin' the dancing queen
You can dance, you can jive, having the time of your life
Ooh, see that girl, watch that scene, diggin' the dancing queen
Friday night and the lights are low
Looking out for a place to go,
Mm, where they play the right music, getting in the swing
You come to look for a king
Anybody could be that guy
Night is young and the music's high
With a bit of rock music, ev'rything is fine
You're in the mood for a dance
And when you get the chance...
CHORUS:
You are the dancing queen, young and sweet, only 17
Dancing queen, feel the beat from the tambourine, oh yeah
You can dance, you can jive, having the time of your life
Ooh, see that girl, watch that scene, diggin' the dancing queen
You're a teaser, you turn 'em on,
Leave 'em burning and then you're gone
Looking out for another, anyone will do
You're in the mood for a dance
And when you get the chance...
CHORUS
Diggin' the dancing queen
Dancing Queen
ABBA's "Dancing Queen" stands as a defining anthem of 1970s pop, blending disco rhythms with a soaring melody that captured global audiences. Released on their compilation "The Essential Collection," the track exemplifies the group's signature sound, characterized by lush orchestration and Agnetha Fältskog's emotive vocals. The song's infectious energy and themes of self-confidence propelled it to the top of charts worldwide, cementing its status as a timeless classic. Its enduring popularity ensures it remains a staple in the band's discography, celebrated for its perfect fusion of danceable beats and heartfelt lyrics that transcended cultural boundaries.