Chiquitita
ABBA · The Essential Collection [2012]
You're enchained by your own sorrow
In your eyes there is no hope for tomorrow
How i hate to see you like this
There is no way you can deny it
I can see that you're oh so sad, so quiet
Chiquitita, tell me the truth
I'm a shoulder you can cry on
Your best friend, i'm the one you must rely on
You were always sure of yourself
Now i see you've broken a feather
I hope we can patch it up together
Chiquitita, you and i know
How the heartaches come and they go and the scars they're leaving
You'll be dancing once again and the pain will end
You will have no time for grieving
Chiquitita, you and i cry
But the sun is still in the sky and shining above you
Let me hear you sing once more like you did before
Sing a new song, chiquitita
Try once more like you did before
Sing a new song, chiquitita
So the walls came tumbling down
And your love's a blown out candle
All is gone and it seems too hard to handle
Chiquitita, tell me the truth
There is no way you can deny it
I see that you're oh so sad, so quiet
Chiquitita, you and i know
How the heartaches come and they go and the scars they're leaving
You'll be dancing once again and the pain will end
You will have no time for grieving
Chiquitita, you and i cry
But the sun is still in the sky and shining above you
Let me hear you sing once more like you did before
Sing a new song, chiquitita
Try once more like you did before
Sing a new song, chiquitita
Try once more like you did before
Sing a new song, chiquitita
Chiquitita
ABBA's "Chiquitita" stands as a defining track of the Swedish pop era, blending melodic pop sensibilities with a distinct disco-inflected rhythm. Released as part of their extensive discography, the song exemplifies the group's ability to craft anthemic hooks that transcended linguistic barriers, resonating globally without relying on complex lyrics. Its inclusion on compilations like "The Essential Collection" highlights its enduring status within the band's catalog. The recording captures the harmonies and production quality that made ABBA a phenomenon, showcasing their signature blend of orchestral arrangements and vocal interplay. As a staple of their live performances and a frequent cover subject, the song remains a touchstone for understanding the evolution of mid-20th-century pop music and its lasting influence on subsequent generations of artists.

