Lyrics: I Am An A – ABBA
[Frida:] I am Frida. hello. I'm the star of the show. [Agnetha:] That's what she thinks, anyway. [Frida:] And I like to perform. Benny says I am warm. [Benny:] Well hot is the least you can say. [Frida:] Independant and free, And ambitious, that's me. And I'm tough too, you see. [Benny:] No she's not. Just ask me. [Frida:] Singing and dancing is what I like best. [Agnetha and Frida:] I am an A. [Benny and Bjorn:] I'm a B. [Agnetha and Frida:] He is okay. [Agnetha and Frida:] So is she. [ABBA:] Singing together in harmony. [Agnetha and Frida:] He is a B. [Benny and Bjorn:] She's a bird. [Agnetha and Frida:] Fiddle-dee-dee. [Benny and Bjorn:] Yes, you heard. [ABBA:] We are a simple, four-letter word: A-B-B-A. [Bjorn:] I am Bjorn. I'm the guy Who is careful and shy. Don't like to spend every dime. But I love my guitar, And I drive in my car. [Agnetha:] Scares me to death every time. [Bjorn:] And I don't like shave. [Agnetha:] You should live in a cave. [Bjorn:] No, I feel more at home on thew stage. When I sing and I play With my group, it's okay. [Benny, Angetha and Frida:] Your group?! You're kidding! Or is it your age? [Agnetha and Frida:] I am an A. [Benny and Bjorn:] I'm a B. [Agnetha and Frida:] He is okay. [Agnetha and Frida:] So is she. [ABBA:] Singing together in harmony. [Agnetha and Frida:] He is a B. [Benny and Bjorn:] She's a bird. [Agnetha and Frida:] Fiddle-dee-dee. [Benny and Bjorn:] Yes, you heard. [ABBA:] We are a simple, four-letter word: A-B-B-A. Two and two together make four. Every song opens a door. [Agnetha:] I am an A. [Bjorn:] I am a B. [Benny:] I am a B. [Frida:] I am an A. [Agnetha:] I'm Agnetha. hello. I'm the young one, you know. [Frida:] She never lets me forget. [Agnetha:] I am gentle and mild. Underneath it, I'm wild. [Bjorn:] Craziest woman I've met. [Agnetha:] I'm romantic, they say, But it's not quite that way. I'm down to earth, yes indeed. And I like early nights, so I turn off the lights. [Bjorn:] And I never get any chances to read. [Agnetha and Frida:] I am an A. [Benny and Bjorn:] I'm a B. [Agnetha and Frida:] He is okay. [Agnetha and Frida:] So is she. [ABBA:] Singing together in harmony. [Agnetha and Frida:] He is a B. [Benny and Bjorn:] She's a bird. [Agnetha and Frida:] Fiddle-dee-dee. [Benny and Bjorn:] Yes, you heard. [ABBA:] We are a simple, four-letter word: A-B-B-A. [Benny:] I am Benny, at last. And I'm living quite fast. I like to travel and see. I can play in "the mood". I like wine. I like food. [Bjorn:] Now, that's somthing He just can't deny. I can play day and night, If the feeling's alright. [Frida:] And that's somehimes a problem for me. [Agnetha and Frida:] I am an A. [Benny and Bjorn:] I'm a B. [Agnetha and Frida:] He is okay. [Agnetha and Frida:] So is she. [ABBA:] Singing together in harmony. [Agnetha and Frida:] He is a B. [Benny and Bjorn:] She's a bird. [Agnetha and Frida:] Fiddle-dee-dee. [Benny and Bjorn:] Yes, you heard. [ABBA:] We are a simple, four-letter word: A-B-B-A.
Song Analysis: A Playful Portrait of ABBA
Introduction: Meet the Members
“I Am An A” is a delightfully self-referential song that introduces each member of ABBA with humor and charm. Through witty banter and playful lyrics, the group offers a musical portrait that highlights their individual personalities and group dynamics.
Celebrating Individuality and Unity
Each verse gives the spotlight to a different member—Frida, Björn, Agnetha, and Benny—allowing them to describe themselves in their own unique style. Their quirks and traits are on full display, from Frida’s ambition to Agnetha’s gentle nature, Björn’s shyness, and Benny’s zest for life. The interplay between members, often poking fun at each other, creates a sense of camaraderie and authenticity that fans adore.
The Power of Harmony
Despite their differences, the chorus brings everyone together, emphasizing the harmony that defines ABBA. The recurring refrain, “We are a simple, four-letter word: A-B-B-A,” cleverly encapsulates their unity. The song is both a celebration of individuality and a testament to the magic that happens when these four distinct personalities blend their voices and talents.
Song Credits
- Songwriters: Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus
- Release Year: 1977 (performed during the ABBA: The Movie tour)
- Label: Polar Music