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Artist/Band:
ABBA
Lyrics for Song: Cassandra
Lyrics for Album: Thank You for the Music [1994]
Abba - Cassandra
Down in the street they're all singing and shouting
Staying alive though the city is dead
Hiding their shame behind hollow laughter
While you are crying alone on your bed
Pity Cassandra that no one believed you
But then again you were lost from the start
Now we must suffer and sell our secrets
Bargain, playing smart, aching in our hearts
Sorry Cassandra I misunderstood
Now the last day is dawning
Some of us wanted but none of us could
Listen to words of warning
But on the darkest of nights
Nobody knew how to fight
And we were caught in our sleep
Sorry Cassandra I didn't believe
You really had the power
I only saw it as dreams you would weave
Until the final hour
So in the morning your ship will be sailing
Now that your father and sister are gone
There is no reason for you to linger
You're grieving deeply but still moving on
You know the future is casting a shadow
No one else sees it but you know your fate
Packing your bags, being slow and thorough
Knowing, though you're late, that ship is sure to wait
Sorry Cassandra I misunderstood
Now the last day is dawning
Some of us wanted but none of us could
Listen to words of warning
But on the darkest of nights
Nobody knew how to fight
And we were caught in our sleep
Sorry Cassandra I didn't believe
You really had the power
I only saw it as dreams you would weave
Until the final hour
I watched the ship leaving harbour at sunrise
Sails almost slack in the cool morning rain
She stood on deck, just a tiny figure
Rigid and restrained, blue eyes filled with pain
Sorry Cassandra I misunderstood
Now the last day is dawning
Some of us wanted but none of us could
Listen to words of warning
But on the darkest of nights
Nobody knew how to fight
And we were caught in our sleep
Sorry Cassandra I didn't believe
You really had the power
I only saw it as dreams you would weave
Until the final hour
I'm sorry Cassandra
I'm sorry Cassandra
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Cassandra - ABBA
ABBA's "Cassandra" stands as a poignant addition to their discography, released on the 1994 compilation "Thank You for the Music." The track exemplifies the group's signature blend of pop sensibilities and emotional depth, featuring Agnetha Fältskog's distinctive vocal delivery that anchors the song's narrative. While the title references the mythological figure known for her prophetic warnings, the recording transforms this concept into a universal exploration of unrequited love and the pain of being misunderstood. The composition utilizes the band's characteristic lush harmonies and driving rhythms, creating a sound that remains instantly recognizable despite its inclusion on a retrospective collection rather than a studio album. This track highlights ABBA's ability to craft songs with complex emotional undercurrents, ensuring the piece resonates with listeners who appreciate both the specific Swedish pop aesthetic and broader themes of human connection. |
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| Album Lyrics: Thank You for the Music [1994] |
 ABBA
"Thank You for the Music [1994]"
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