Dancing Queen
ABBA牁䈲爀 Lyrics
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You can dance
You can jive
Having the time of your life
Ooh, see that girl
Watch that scene
Dig in the dancing queen
Looking out for a place to go
Where they play the right music
Getting in the swing
You come to look for a king
Anybody could be that guy
Night is young and the music's high
With a bit of rock music
Everything is fine
You're in the mood for a dance
And when you get the chance
You are the dancing queen
Young and sweet
Only seventeen
Dancing queen
Feel the beat from the tambourine, oh yeah
You can dance
You can jive
Having the time of your life
Ooh, see that girl
Watch that scene
Dig in the dancing queen
You're a teaser, you turn 'em on
Leave 'em burning and then you're gone
Looking out for another
Anyone will do
You're in the mood for a dance
And when you get the chance
You are the dancing queen
Young and sweet
Only seventeen
Dancing queen
Feel the beat from the tambourine, oh yeah
You can dance
You can jive
Having the time of your life
Ooh, see that girl
Watch that scene
Dig in the dancing queen
Dig in the dancing queen
ABBA's famous song "Dancing Queen" is a classic disco tune that speaks about the euphoria and liberating experience of dancing. The song delivers an uplifting message that everyone should feel free to express themselves through music and dance. The lyrics describe how young people come together on Friday nights to dance and have fun, regardless of their background or status. The dancing queen in the song represents all those young people who refuse to be held back by society's expectations and social norms.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh
Expressing excitement or anticipation
You can dance
You are capable of dancing
You can jive
You can dance in the popular style known as jive
Having the time of your life
Enjoying yourself to the fullest extent
Ooh, see that girl
Expressing excitement upon seeing a particular girl
Watch that scene
Observe the current situation
Dig in the dancing queen
Enjoy and participate in the dancing
Friday night and the lights are low
Setting the scene for the events of the song
Looking out for a place to go
Searching for a suitable location to have fun
Where they play the right music
Seeking a venue with appropriate music for dancing
Getting in the swing
Entering into the rhythm of the music
You come to look for a king
Searching for a male romantic partner
Anybody could be that guy
Being open to the possibility of any male being a romantic partner
Night is young and the music's high
The night is still young and the music is energizing
With a bit of rock music
Suggesting that rock music enhances the atmosphere for dancing
Everything is fine
Everything is going well and there are no problems
You're in the mood for a dance
Feeling the desire to dance
And when you get the chance
Taking the opportunity to dance when it arises
You are the dancing queen
Being skilled at and known for dancing
Young and sweet
Being in one's youth and charming
Only seventeen
Being a teenager
Feel the beat from the tambourine, oh yeah
Sensing the rhythm and energy of the music
You're a teaser, you turn 'em on
Suggesting a flirtatious or seductive nature
Leave 'em burning and then you're gone
Leaving a memorable impression but not committing to any one person
Looking out for another
Continuing to seek new romantic partners
Anyone will do
Being open to anyone as a romantic partner
Dig in the dancing queen
Enjoy and participate in the dancing
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Benny Goran Bror Andersson, Bjoern K. Ulvaeus, Stig Anderson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@sugarhiccup108
I'm twelve and I love LOVE Abba's songs so so much.
I'm so grateful that they created good songs in the past. I really dislike my generation's songs.
Today's songs are all about getting wasted, scoring hot chicks and sex.
I'm very disappointed. :(
What has the world come to?
EDIT: After two, cringe-worthy and horrendously repugnant years, I have returned. Seriously, nobody could ask for a worse concoction.
this is one of the cringiest comments with the most upvotes i have ever made pls forgive me
@sugarhiccup108
I'm twelve and I love LOVE Abba's songs so so much.
I'm so grateful that they created good songs in the past. I really dislike my generation's songs.
Today's songs are all about getting wasted, scoring hot chicks and sex.
I'm very disappointed. :(
What has the world come to?
EDIT: After two, cringe-worthy and horrendously repugnant years, I have returned. Seriously, nobody could ask for a worse concoction.
this is one of the cringiest comments with the most upvotes i have ever made pls forgive me
@sugarhiccup108
I'm still here.
@chinaguy7711
Stephanie Kwan u should listen to 'come undone'
@SaleneOS
theplaylistprincess You don't like female rappers? What, are the male ones perfectly fine? Because honestly I can't tell whether your sexist, ignorant, or just like stating YOUR personal opinion and hoping everyone else listens along. The songs of our generation are a tad disconcerting, but honestly enjoy some of them
@RyanWOboryshko
Green Carrot So you know the musical tastes of all other 12 year olds? Wow dude.
@sugarhiccup108
Sanctus Infernum Probably.
@goingunder2548
Imagine being 17 when this was released in 1976 and now you’re 62 listening to it again. I can’t imagine the feels 😢
@cstrattonjones
I was 11, and it’s still as good now.
@barrycaughtry-guest
I was 16 so am now 61. It still sounds as wonderful today as it did back then.
@UEFAEURO-lx2yh
I'm 17 years old and I love this song 💋