Dancing Queen
KITCHEN 1 - ABBA Lyrics


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Ooh
You can dance
You can jive
Having the time of your life
Ooh, see that girl
Watch that scene
Digging the dancing queen
Friday night and the lights are low
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
Digging 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




Digging the dancing queen
Digging the dancing queen

Overall Meaning

In "Dancing Queen," ABBA encapsulates the essence of joyous, carefree youth. The song is about a young woman who is out on a Friday night, searching for a place to have fun and let loose. The beat is infectious and the lyrics are bubbly, painting a picture of a world where nothing can bring you down as long as you're with your friends and dancing the night away. The opening lines, "Ooh, you can dance, you can jive, having the time of your life," really convey the exuberance and energy of youth. The chorus reveals that the girl in question is only seventeen, which emphasizes the idea that this is a time of exuberance and freedom, before the responsibilities and limitations of adulthood set in. The ringing tambourine in the background highlights that the song is all about having a good time.


As the song progresses, we learn that the girl is a "teaser" who enjoys getting attention from the opposite sex, but she is also self-sufficient and not looking for anything long-term. The lyrics "Looking out for another, anyone will do" suggest a certain distance from intimacy, which further highlights the carefree nature of youth. The song is all about moving on, enjoying the moment, and dancing as if there's no tomorrow.


Line by Line Meaning

Ooh
Expressing excitement and anticipation


You can dance
You have the ability to sway your body to the rhythm of music


You can jive
You can enjoy and dance to the lively music


Having the time of your life
Enjoying oneself to the fullest extent possible


Ooh, see that girl
Wow, look at that young lady


Watch that scene
Observe that atmosphere


Digging the dancing queen
Admiring the female who is dancing elegantly and energetically


Friday night and the lights are low
It’s Friday evening, the light is dimmed


Looking out for a place to go
Searching for a suitable venue to hang out


Where they play the right music
Where they play music that suits the occasion and surroundings


Getting in the swing
Getting in the mood to dance


You come to look for a king
You arrived looking for a man that will make your night special


Anybody could be that guy
Anyone could be that special man


Night is young and the music's high
It’s still early and the music is upbeat


With a bit of rock music
With a little bit of rock music playing in the background


Everything is fine
Everything is perfect


You're in the mood for a dance
You’re in the mood to let loose and dance


And when you get the chance
As soon as the opportunity presents itself


You are the dancing queen
You’re the lady who’s owning the dance floor


Young and sweet
Uou’re youthful and charming


Only seventeen
At a tender age of seventeen


Feel the beat from the tambourine, oh yeah
Feel the rhythm of the music played with the tambourine


You're a teaser, you turn 'em on
You playfully arouse people’s interest in you


Leave 'em burning and then you're gone
You leave the people you teased, craving for more, and you leave too


Looking out for another
Searching for another person to move on with


Anyone will do
You don’t have any preference, any partner is okay for you


Digging the dancing queen
Admiring the young lady who is dancing beautifully and energetically




Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Benny Goran Bror Andersson, Bjoern K. Ulvaeus, Stig Erik Leopold Anderson

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@lindamalat159

Bryan is so awesome ! Brings me a smile every morning. Keep on dancing.
You are loved by so many πŸ’— Thank you 😊

@cassmaguire1112

Probably not the first (or 10th) time I’m saying this but, Bryan I absolutely love and adore you and Devin!!! Thank you for bringing much needed smiles and laughs to this face every day. (I am personally working on my own self.)
I also enjoy how sincere, caring, and honest you both are. I’ve never met you, but feel like I know you both.
Please post videos and pictures of your cruise. I would absolutely love to be there with ya’s, it would be a dream come true!!! My daughter actually lives in Texas.
Enjoy the holidays and the cruise, and have a very happy and healthy new year to the both of you. Sending you both much love from down the Jersey Shore.
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@88Beccca

He is SO INSPIRING!!!! I Love watching his dancing, especially when I'm feeling kinda down...it really cheers me up!!!!!

@enidgonzalez6416

You bring a smile to my face of all your dances!!! Thank you and Babe!!!

@MaryMiller-tj9hn

He gives my happiness everyday with his dancing

@milawambaugh4035

Keep up the positivity, Bryan! Watch you every day! Thanks for making me remember what’s good in the world.

@libbymattice811

Love watching Bryan dance to all the great 80’s songs. He is an amazing dancer. Watching his dancing videos & β€œHey Babe” videos brightens up my day, every day.

@formyboysjm7645

Bryan's great! Love his videos! Always makes me smile, and makes me want to dance with him! Love the teardrop symbols behind him. What do they mean?

@sharondykes4338

love Bryan, his dances, and his dumb dad jokes, he makes every day a little brighter

@danielatodorova1986

Every morning I am watching you, you make my day happier!😚

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