ABBA

Lyrics

[Chorus: Agnetha & Frida, Benny & Björn]
If you change your mind, I'm the first in line
(Take a chance, take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
Honey, I'm still free; take a chance on me
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
If you need me, let me know, gonna be around
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
If you got no place to go when you're feeling down
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a chance, take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
If you're all alone when the pretty birds have flown
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
Honey, I'm still free; take a chance on me
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
Gonna do my very best and it ain't no lie
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
If you put me to the test, if you let me try
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)

[Post-Chorus: Agnetha & Frida, Agnetha]
Take a chance on me
That's all I ask of you honey
Take a chance on me
[Verse 1: Agnetha & Frida, Benny & Björn]
We can go dancing, we can go walking
As long as we're together (As long as we're together)
Listen to some music, maybe just talking
Get to know you better (Get to know you better)

[Pre-Chorus: Agnetha, Agnetha & Frida]
'Cause you know I've got
So much that I wanna do, when I dream I'm alone with you
It's magic
You want me to leave it there, afraid of a love affair
But I think you know
That I can't let go

[Chorus: Agnetha & Frida, Benny & Björn]
If you change your mind, I'm the first in line
(Take a chance, take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
Honey, I'm still free; take a chance on me
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
If you need me, let me know, gonna be around
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
If you got no place to go when you're feeling down
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a chance, take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
If you're all alone when the pretty birds have flown
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
Honey, I'm still free; take a chance on me
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
Gonna do my very best and it ain't no lie
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
If you put me to the test, if you let me try
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
[Post-Chorus: Agnetha & Frida, Agnetha]
Take a chance on me
Come on, give me a break, will you?
Take a chance on me

[Verse 2: Agnetha & Frida, Benny & Björn]
Oh, you can take your time, baby, I'm in no hurry
Know I'm gonna get ya (Know I'm gonna get ya)
You don't wanna hurt me, baby, don't worry
I ain't gonna let you (I ain't gonna let ya)

[Pre-Chorus: Agnetha, Agnetha & Frida]
Let me tell you now
My love is strong enough to last when things are rough
It's magic
You say that I waste my time, but I can't get you off my mind
No, I can't let go
'Cause I love you so

[Chorus: Agnetha & Frida, Benny & Björn]
If you change your mind, I'm the first in line
(Take a chance, take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
Honey, I'm still free; take a chance on me
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
If you need me, let me know, gonna be around
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
If you got no place to go when you're feeling down
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a chance, take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
If you're all alone when the pretty birds have flown
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
Honey, I'm still free; take a chance on me
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
Gonna do my very best, baby, can't you see?
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
Gotta put me to the test, take a chance on me
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a chance, take a chance, take a chance on me)
[Outro: Agnetha & Frida, Benny & Björn]
Ba-ba ba-ba ba, ba-ba ba-ba baa
(Take a chance, take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
Honey, I'm still free; take a chance on me
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
Gonna do my very best, baby, can't you see?
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
Gotta put me to the test, take a chance on me
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a chance, take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a chance, take a chance, take a chance on me)
Ba-ba ba-ba ba, ba-ba ba-ba baa-ba-ba
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
Honey, I'm still free; take a chance on me
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
Gonna do my very best, baby, can't you see
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
Gotta put me to the test, take a chance on me
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a-take a chance-chance, take a chance, take a chance)
(Take a chance, take a chance, take a chance on me)

ABBA is a Swedish pop group that is widely regarded as one of the best pop groups of all time. They have had numerous hit songs throughout their career and their fifth album, ABBA, which was released in 1975 features a song called Take a Chance on Me. This song became another huge hit, getting to #3 in America.

About Take a Chance on Me

Take a Chance on Me is a classic ABBA song that was written by Bjorn Ulvaeus. According to the band's official website, Bjorn Ulvaeus enjoyed jogging and as he ran he sang a “tck-a-ch”-style rhythm to himself. This evolved into the line “Take a Chance on Me,” around which he wrote the rest of the words. The song begins with the famous lines "If you change your mind, I'm the first in line. Honey, I'm still free. Take a chance on me."

The song is upbeat and catchy, featuring ABBA's signature pop sound with a hint of disco. The song is characterized by its infectious beat, lively vocals, and memorable melody. It's one of those songs that can get anyone dancing, and it has endured as a party staple for decades.

The song was released as a single in January 1978 and became an instant hit. It was a chart-topping success in several countries when it was released, including the United Kingdom, where it spent three weeks at number one. In the United States, it peaked at number three and became ABBA's seventh US top 10 hit. The song is also featured on the band's album The Album.

The song has been covered by several artists over the years, including Erasure, A-Teens, and Pete Yorn. The song has also been used in several movies and TV shows, including The Simpsons, Bridget Jones: The Edge of Reason, and Mamma Mia!, a film adaptation of the ABBA-inspired musical.

Take a Chance on Me is a timeless classic that has remained popular since its release. Its catchy melody and infectious beat have made it a party staple that's perfect for dancing. The song showcases ABBA's signature sound and serves as a testament to their status as one of the greatest pop groups of all time. If you're looking for a fun and upbeat song to get you dancing, Take a Chance on Me is definitely a great choice.

• Release Date: January 1978
• Artist: ABBA