ABBA

- The Winner Takes It All Lyrics

I don't wanna talk
About the things we've gone through
Though it's hurting me
Now it's history

I've played all my cards
And that's what you've done too
Nothing more to say
No more ace to play

The winner takes it all
The loser standing small
Beside the victory
That's her destiny

I was in your arms
Thinking I belonged there
I figured it made sense
Building me a fence

Building me a home
Thinking I'd be strong there
But I was a fool
Playing by the rules

The Gods may throw a dice
Their minds as cold as ice
And someone way down here
Loses someone dear

The winner takes it all
(Takes it all)
The loser has to fall
(Has to fall)
It's simple and it's plain
(Yes, it's plain)
Why should I complain

But tell me does she kiss
Like I used to kiss you
Does it feel the same
When she calls your name

Somewhere deep inside
You must know I miss you
But what can I say
Rules must be obeyed

The judges will decide
(Decide)
The likes of me abide
(Abide)
Spectators of the show
Always staying low
(Staying low)

The game is on again
(All again)
A lover or a friend
(Or a friend)
A big thing or a small
(Big or small)
The winner takes it all
(Takes it all)

I don't wanna talk
If it makes you feel sad
And I understand
You've come to shake my hand

I apologize
If it makes you feel bad
Seeing me so tense
No self-confidence
But you see

The winner takes it all
The winner takes it all

Someone winner
Takes it all
And one loses
Has to fall

From a guide
From the side
Makes that feeling
Someone here

Takes it all
Has to fall
This is magic
Someone here

© EMI WATERFORD MUSIC INC; UNION SONGS AB;

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Who wrote The Winner Takes It All lyrics?


The Winner Takes It All is written by Benny Goran Bror Andersson, Bjoern K. Ulvaeus.
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When was The Winner Takes It All released?


It is first released on November 03, 1980 as part of Abba's album "Super Trouper" which includes 12 tracks in total. This song is the 1st track on this album.
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What is the meaning behind The Winner Takes It All lyrics?


When we dive into the story the lyrics are telling, ABBA's hit 'The Winner Takes It All' depicts, through its melancholic chorus, the situation of a demise when one gets to feel the loss, but the other one takes the victory. The lines compare the scenario to a game where the winner asks for everything, and the loser has no option but to accept his fate, thereby, revealing the emotional struggle and the necessary acceptance of a relationship's end that often are the case. The winner takes it all lyrics mainly bring to the forefront issues like heartbreak, despair, angst, reflection, and even nostalgia. Simultaneously, the song points out the significant aspects of loss and heartbreak, acceptance and resignation, as well as competition and destiny. There are no profanities, adult themes, or violence in the lyrics. The content is kid-friendly as it revolves around the topics of love and loss, devoid of any wrongful material.
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Which genre is The Winner Takes It All?


The Winner Takes It All falls under the genre Pop.
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How long is the song The Winner Takes It All?


The Winner Takes It All song length is 4 minutes and 54 seconds.
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Songwriter(s): Benny Goran Bror Andersson, Bjoern K. Ulvaeus
Record Label(s): 2001 Polar Music International AB
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Meaning to "The Winner Takes It All" song lyrics

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Guest August 6, 2014-12:11
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Hey!
Who will Take the children in further,
Carry them, Father or mother ?
The Parents are finished with each Other.
Think Thats the Point.
akulina January 18, 2014-2:51
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very awful thing in the world are divorced men, cos they leave their children, i never respect them, children never will feel really love to such kind of fathers, the guys of the band left their families and they are very bad in my opinion
Chee November 24, 2012-15:32
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I was watching the x factor and I was a bit disappoionted union j never sang the whole song as this and summer dreams are my favourite abba songs
francine June 7, 2012-8:27
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i am sad when i read this song but at same time it makes me strong goodbye is a sad word but you will live better if you admit to let it go sometimes i know it hurts just as it does to me now
blondie September 10, 2009-19:22
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Ummmm when you play the song with the lyrics it is the wrong song.... Just thought you should know...
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