About The Song
ABBA, the legendary Swedish pop group, is known for their catchy melodies, infectious choruses, and flamboyant fashion sense. Their music has captivated audiences worldwide for decades, and their songs have become timeless classics. Among their vast repertoire of hits, “I Am the City” stands out as a poignant and evocative ballad that captures the essence of urban life.
Released in 1982, “I Am the City” is a lesser-known gem from ABBA’s later discography. Despite its relative obscurity, the song has garnered a devoted following among fans who appreciate its depth and emotional resonance. Unlike many of ABBA’s upbeat and danceable tracks, “I Am the City” adopts a more introspective tone, exploring themes of loneliness, belonging, and the complexities of modern life.
The song opens with a gentle piano melody that sets the mood for the melancholic lyrics. Agnetha Fältskog’s vocals, soaring and emotive, convey the protagonist’s sense of alienation amidst the bustling cityscape. The lyrics paint vivid imagery of towering skyscrapers, bustling crowds, and the constant hum of urban existence. The protagonist feels lost and adrift in this concrete jungle, yearning for a sense of connection and belonging.
Despite the song’s somber tone, there is an underlying sense of hope and resilience. The protagonist finds solace in the city’s vibrant energy and the shared experiences of its inhabitants. The city, with all its chaos and contradictions, becomes a symbol of both isolation and potential connection.
“I Am the City” is a powerful and moving ballad that resonates deeply with anyone who has ever felt lost or alone in a big city. It is a testament to ABBA’s ability to craft songs that transcend time and genre, capturing the universal human experience with honesty and emotional depth. The song’s enduring appeal lies in its ability to connect with listeners on a personal level, offering solace and understanding to those who feel overwhelmed by the urban landscape.
“I Am the City” is a must-listen for fans of ABBA and anyone who appreciates introspective and emotionally resonant music. It is a song that lingers long after the last note has faded, leaving a lasting impression on the listener’s heart and mind.
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i am the city, you let me bei am the cityComing through a cloud you’re looking at me from aboveAnd I’m a revelation spreading out before your eyesAnd you find me beautiful and irresistibleA kind of creature that forever seems to grow in sizeAnd you feel a strange attractionThe air is vibrant and electrifiedWelcome to me here I am, my arms are open wideSomewhere in the middle of the never ending noiseThere is a constant steady rhythm of a heart that beatsAnd a million voices blend into a single voiceAnd you can hear it in the glamor of the crowded streetsPeople come and take their chancesSometimes you win sometimes you lose a lotCome make your own contribution to this melting potI’m the street you walkThe language you talkI am the cityThe skyline is me and the energyI am the cityThe famous hotels and the cocktail barsAnd the funny smellsAnd the turmoil, the cars and the peopleThe air that you’re breathing is meYes I am the city, you let me bePeople feed me with their lives I have a hungry soulAnd they all worship me and pay their homage day and nightEvery day I knew a lot of tired shopping feetBut come the night they will be dancing in the neon lightDazzled by the crazy magicThey’re grabbing pieces of the fatted calfAnd in the wind if you listen hard you’ll hear me laughI’m the street you walkThe language you talkI am the cityThe skyline is me and the energyI am the cityThe famous hotels and the cocktail barsAnd the funny smellsAnd the turmoil, the cars and the peopleThe parks and the squares that you seeAll the sounds that you hearAnd the air that you’re breathing is meYes I am the city, you let me beI am the cityYou let me beI am the cityThe famous hotels and the cocktail barsAnd the funny smellsAnd the turmoil the cars and the peopleThe air that you’re breathing is meComing through a cloudYou’re looking at me from aboveAnd I’m a revelation spreading out before your eyesI’m the street you walkThe language you talkI am the cityYes I am the city, you let me beAnd you find me beautiful and irresistibleA kind of creature that forever seems to grow in sizeThe skyline is me and the energyI am the cityYou let me beSomewhere in the middle of the never ending noiseThere is a constant steady rhythm of a heart that beatsSomewhere in the middle of the never ending noiseThere is a constant steady rhythm of a heart that beatsAnd a million voices blend into a single voiceAnd you can hear it in the glamor of the crowded streetsThe skyline is me and the energyI am the cityYou let me beSomewhere in the middle of the never ending noiseThere is a constant steady rhythm of a heart that beatsSomewhere in the middle of the never ending noiseThere is a constant steady rhythm of a heart that beats