Chiquitita

ABBA · The Essential Collection [2012]

Chiquitita, tell me what's wrong

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.