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About Fernando
"Fernando" is a song by the Swedish pop group ABBA. It was released in March 1976 as the brand new track for the 1976 compilation album Greatest Hits, but was also included on the group's fourth studio album Arrival in Australia and New Zealand. "Fernando" is also featured on the multi-million-selling Gold: Greatest Hits compilation. The song is one of ABBA's best-selling singles of all time, with six million copies sold in 1976 alone. It is one of fewer than forty all-time singles to have sold 10 million (or more) physical copies worldwide, making it one of the best-selling singles of all time. more »
- Year:
- 1976
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Can you hear the drums FernandoI remember long ago another starry night like thisIn the firelight FernandoYou were humming to yourself and softly strumming your guitarI could hear the distant drumsAnd sounds of bugle calls were coming from afarThey were closer now FernandoEvery hour every minute seemed to last eternallyI was so afraid FernandoWe were young and full of life and none of us prepared to dieAnd I'm not ashamed to sayThe roar of guns and cannons almost made me cryThere was something in the air that nightThe stars were bright, FernandoThey were shining there for you and meFor liberty, FernandoThough I never thought that we could loseThere's no regretIf I had to do the same againI would, my friend, FernandoIf I had to do the same againI would, my friend, FernandoNow we're old and grey FernandoAnd since many years I haven't seen a rifle in your handCan you hear the drums FernandoDo you still recall the frightful night we crossed the Rio GrandeI can see it in your eyesHow proud you were to fight for freedom in this landThere was something in the air that nightThe stars were bright, FernandoThey were shining there for you and meFor liberty, FernandoThough I never thought that we could loseThere's no regretIf I had to do the same againI would, my friend, FernandoThere was something in the air that nightThe stars were bright, FernandoThey were shining there for you and meFor liberty, FernandoThough I never thought that we could loseThere's no regretIf I had to do the same againI would, my friend, FernandoYes, if I had to do the same againI would, my friend, Fernando
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ABBA
ABBA was a Swedish pop group formed in Stockholm in 1972, comprising Agnetha Fältskog, Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus and Anni-Frid Lyngstad. ABBA is an acronym of the first letters of the band members' first names and is sometimes stylized as the registered trademark ᗅᗺᗷᗅ. They became one of the most commercially successful acts in the history of pop music, topping the charts worldwide from 1972 to 1982. They are also known for winning the 1974 Eurovision Song Contest, giving Sweden its first victory in the history of the contest and being the most successful group ever to take part in the contest. more »
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Disco, Pop Rock
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Written by: Stig Erik Leopold Anderson, Benny Goran Bror Andersson, Bjoern K Ulvaeus
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Tratore, Songtrust Ave, SODRAC
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8 facts about this song
Song Background"Fernando" is a song composed by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus of the Swedish pop group ABBA. - The song was originally written in Swedish, but an English version was also produced, which gained more popularity internationally. |
Chart SuccessIt was ABBA's first non-album single and was released in March 1976. - "Fernando" reached number 1 in Australia for 14 weeks and was one of the best-selling singles of all time in Australia. |
Lyrics and ThemeThe song depicts the story of two old friends reminiscing about a past shared battle. - It is one of the few ABBA songs to feature a male lead vocal – that of Björn Ulvaeus. |
Commercial SuccessIt is one of ABBA's most successful and best-known songs across the world. - "Fernando" topped the charts in 13 countries and sold over 10 million copies worldwide. |
Live PerformancesABBA performed "Fernando" live on multiple television shows, and it was also included in the group’s setlists during tours. |
Future Reinterpretations and CoversThe song has been covered by numerous artists, in various languages. - It was also featured in both the theater and film versions of the musical Mamma Mia! |
Awards and RecognitionIn 1976, "Fernando" received the "Best Swedish Song of the Year" accolade from STIM, the Swedish performing rights society. |
Record BreakingUpon its release, the song set a record for the longest time at number one on the Australian singles chart. |
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