We Want ABBA

We Want ABBA – All Day, Every Day

From the first note of Waterloo to the last chord of I Still Have Faith in You, ABBA’s music has travelled across generations, cultures, and emotions. At ABBAradio.com, we believe you can never have too much ABBA. That’s why every weekday, from midnight until 20:59, we bring you We Want ABBA – a programme that fills your day with the band’s hits, album tracks, live recordings, rare gems, and solo projects.

This is not just a radio show – it’s a celebration of everything ABBA, designed for lifelong fans and future fans alike. For nearly 21 hours a day, We Want ABBA ensures the band’s magic is always within reach.

A Celebration for Every Kind of Listener

ABBA’s music means different things to different people. For some, it’s pure nostalgia – a reminder of dancing to Dancing Queen as teenagers. For others, it’s a recent discovery – perhaps through Mamma Mia! or the groundbreaking ABBA Voyage concert in London. And for many, it’s both: a timeless soundtrack that grows with you.

We Want ABBA caters to all of these listeners. The devoted fans will delight in the rarities and deep cuts; casual listeners will find themselves humming along to the big hits; and newcomers will discover a treasure trove of songs beyond the familiar singles.

The Hits That Made History

Of course, you’ll hear the songs that turned ABBA into a global phenomenon:

• “Waterloo” – The song that won Eurovision in 1974 and launched their international career.
• “Mamma Mia” – A playful, irresistible anthem that gave its name to musicals and films decades later.
• “Dancing Queen” – Perhaps the greatest pop song ever written, topping charts around the world.
• “Take a Chance on Me” – A masterpiece of layered vocals and joyful rhythm.
• “The Winner Takes It All” – A ballad of heartbreak that became one of their most critically acclaimed tracks.

These songs are woven into the fabric of modern music, and in We Want ABBA, they play alongside the lesser-known jewels that deserve just as much love.

Beyond the Singles – Album Tracks

One of the great joys of ABBA’s discography lies in the album tracks. These songs reveal sides of the group that casual fans may never have encountered. We Want ABBA dives into these treasures daily.

Highlights include:

• “Eagle” from ABBA: The Album – A soaring, progressive rock-inspired track that demonstrates the band’s ambition.
• “My Love, My Life” from Arrival – A tender ballad showcasing Agnetha’s pure, emotional vocals.
• “Tiger” from Arrival – A dark, theatrical piece that bursts with energy.
• “Lovers (Live a Little Longer)” from Voulez-Vous – A disco-infused track brimming with chemistry.
• “Hey, Hey Helen” from ABBA – One of their boldest experiments, tackling social themes in a rock style.

Album tracks show that ABBA were more than hit-makers: they were explorers, testing sounds and emotions far beyond the charts.

ABBA Live – Energy on Stage

Though ABBA were known for their studio perfection, their live shows carried a unique energy. We Want ABBA includes live recordings from their tours of the 1970s and early 1980s, bringing you closer to the concert experience.

Expect extended versions of Does Your Mother Know, powerful renditions of Summer Night City, and electrifying medleys that prove ABBA were more than just polished pop. These moments capture the excitement of ABBA as performers – a side too often forgotten.

Rare and Hard-to-Get ABBA

For many fans, the most exciting moments come with the rarities. We Want ABBA makes space for these hard-to-get tracks that are rarely heard anywhere else.

• “Put On Your White Sombrero” – Recorded during the Super Trouper sessions, released years later.
• “Dream World” – An outtake from the Voulez-Vous album, offering a glimpse into ABBA’s creative process.
• “Happy Hawaii” – A playful early version of Why Did It Have to Be Me.
• Alternate mixes, B-sides, and unreleased tracks that tell the hidden story of ABBA’s career.

For die-hard fans, these tracks are gold dust. For new listeners, they reveal just how much more there is to discover.

Solo Work – Before and After ABBA

We Want ABBA doesn’t stop at the group. The show also includes solo material from each member, spanning their careers before, during, and after ABBA.

Agnetha Fältskog

From her Swedish-language teenage hits (Jag var så kär) to her international albums (Wrap Your Arms Around Me, A), Agnetha’s music shows why she is one of the most beloved voices in pop.

Anni-Frid Lyngstad (Frida)

Frida’s career stretched from her early Swedish recordings (Min egen stad) to her global hits like I Know There’s Something Going On (produced by Phil Collins). Her solo albums reveal a dramatic, soulful artist in her own right.

Benny Andersson

From his time with The Hep Stars (Sunny Girl) to his folk and orchestral projects with the Benny Andersson Orkester and solo Piano album, Benny has remained one of Sweden’s most important composers.

Björn Ulvaeus

Björn’s early work with the Hootenanny Singers laid the foundation for his songwriting career. His collaborations with Benny on musicals like Chess, Kristina från Duvemåla, and Mamma Mia! prove his talent as a lyricist and visionary.

A Universe of ABBA

What makes We Want ABBA unique is the way it connects all these threads. The show doesn’t just play ABBA songs – it paints a complete picture of the ABBA universe.

• The hits you know by heart.
• The album tracks that reveal hidden layers.
• The live performances that capture their stage magic.
• The rarities that surprise and delight.
• The solo work that shows the members as individual artists.

This is why the programme is the ultimate show for ABBA fans – and a perfect entry point for those who are just discovering the band.

Why ABBA Still Matter

ABBA’s music endures because it is both universal and personal. Their songs touch on love, heartbreak, joy, and resilience – feelings we all recognise. At the same time, their melodies are crafted with such precision that they remain as fresh today as when they were first released.

Whether you are dancing to Voulez-Vous, crying to Slipping Through My Fingers, or smiling at Thank You for the Music, ABBA meets you where you are. That timeless appeal is why their fanbase continues to grow across generations.

Tune in Every Day

Join ABBAradio.com every day from midnight until 20:59 for We Want ABBA:

• 21 hours of nonstop ABBA magic
• Hits, album tracks, live performances, rarities, and solo projects
• A show for devoted fans, casual listeners, and future ABBA lovers

At ABBAradio.com, we know there’s no such thing as “too much ABBA.” That’s why We Want ABBA is here to fill your day with the joy, emotion, and brilliance of one of the greatest bands in music history.

So, wherever you are, whatever you’re doing – tune in, sing along, and remember: we don’t just like ABBA… We Want ABBA.