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ABBA – That’s Me

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About the Song

ABBA’s “That’s Me,” originally titled “Coachman’s Farm,” holds a unique place in their extensive discography. Released in 1977, it wasn’t a global smash hit like “Dancing Queen” or “Waterloo,” but it offers a glimpse into the infectious pop sensibilities that propelled them to international stardom.

The song’s origins trace back to the prolific songwriting duo of Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, the musical masterminds behind ABBA. Initially titled “Coachman’s Farm,” the song’s theme remains somewhat shrouded in mystery. Some speculate it might be a playful jab at their rural Swedish beginnings, while others suggest it’s a lighthearted story about a young woman.

Despite the ambiguity surrounding its meaning, “That’s Me” is undeniably catchy. The upbeat tempo, driven by a prominent drumbeat and sparkly piano chords, is classic ABBA. Agnetha Fältskog’s soaring vocals take center stage, delivering the melody with her signature sweetness and playful charm. The memorable chorus, with its sing-along “That’s me” refrain, is guaranteed to get stuck in your head.

Interestingly, “That’s Me” wasn’t released in Sweden, ABBA’s home country. Instead, it was chosen as the B-side to their smash hit “Money, Money, Money” for the Japanese market in 1977. While not a major hit internationally, the song has gained a dedicated following among ABBA fans for its playful energy and quintessential ABBA sound.

An official music video for “That’s Me” wasn’t created until 1993, a full seventeen years after its release! The video, compiled from various ABBA promotional clips, showcases the group at their energetic best, perfectly capturing the lighthearted spirit of the song.

So, as you listen to “That’s Me,” prepare to be swept away by a wave of pure pop bliss. Let the infectious melody and Agnetha’s charming vocals transport you to a time of carefree fun, a quintessential example of the magic that made ABBA a global phenomenon.

Video

https://youtu.be/mP_dk429rbc?si=w_f7Y0DP7HKu68nI

Lyric

Are you sure you want to hear more?What if I ain’t worth the whileNot the style you’d be looking for?If I’m sweet tonightThings look different in the morning lightI’m jealous and I’m proudIf you hurt my feelings I’ll cry out loudI’m Carrie not-the-kind-of-girl-you’d-marryThat’s me
Are you sure you want to hear more?Would I be the one you seekMild and meek like the girl next door?Don’t you realizeI may be an angel in disguise?It’s lonely to be freeBut I’m not a man’s toy, I’ll never beI’m Carrie not-the-kind-of-girl-you’d-marryThat’s me
I don’t believe in fairy-talesSweet nothings in my ear (na, na, na, na, nothing)(Na, na, na, na, nothing)But I do believe in sympathyThat’s me, you see
Are you sure you want to hear more?Won’t you have a drink with me?Just to see you’re not really soreI can’t help my waysI’m just not the girl to hide my faceI’m Carrie not-the-kind-of-girl-you’d-marryThat’s me
I’m Carrie not-the-kind-of-girl-you’d-marryThat’s me
There’s a special loveLike an eagle flying with a doveI’ll find it in the endIf I keep on searching, but until thenI’m Carrie not-the-kind-of-girl-you’d-marryThat’s me

 

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