About The Song
In the realm of pop music, ABBA stands as a towering icon, a Swedish quartet that took the world by storm in the 1970s with their infectious melodies, flamboyant outfits, and undeniable stage presence. Among their extensive discography, “King Kong Song” emerges as a unique gem, a track that blends the group’s signature pop sensibilities with a surprising dose of rock and roll grit.
Released in 1974 as part of their Waterloo album, “King Kong Song” marked a departure from ABBA’s usual lighthearted fare. The song’s opening notes, a driving guitar riff, immediately set a different tone, hinting at a bolder, edgier sound. Agnetha Fältskog and Anni-Frid Lyngstad, ABBA’s vocal powerhouses, deliver their lines with a newfound intensity, their voices soaring over the dynamic instrumental backdrop.
Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, the songwriting duo behind ABBA’s greatest hits, crafted “King Kong Song” with a lyrical narrative that’s both intriguing and open to interpretation. The song’s protagonist, a woman captivated by a mysterious “King Kong,” finds herself drawn into a whirlwind of passion and danger. The lyrics, infused with a touch of sexual innuendo, were considered daring for their time, adding to the song’s allure.
“King Kong Song” didn’t achieve the same commercial success as ABBA’s other chart-topping hits, but it remains a cult favorite among fans and critics alike. The song’s unique blend of pop and rock has earned it a place in ABBA’s legacy, showcasing the group’s versatility and willingness to experiment beyond their signature sound.
“King Kong Song” is more than just a pop song; it’s a sonic adventure that takes listeners on a thrilling ride. With its infectious melodies, powerful vocals, and captivating lyrics, “King Kong Song” is a testament to ABBA’s enduring talent and their ability to create music that transcends genres and generations.
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Well, I was looking at a movie on the TV last nightThen I had a very funny notion, yeahI really had to write a song about itAnd then I’m gonna sing it with my rock ‘n’ roll bandAnd I bet that people gonna like it, yeahI know that everybody’s gonna shout itAbout a dreadful, mighty killerA big, black, wild gorillaKing Kong songWon’t you sing along?Listen to the music and it couldn’t go wrong(We do the)King Kong songGotta sing alongCan’t you hear the beating of the monkey tom-tom?Listen to the rhythm of the King Kong songNow we can make the jungle out of any old placeWe can make gorillas out of people, yeahWell, who can tell a monkey from a monkeySo people get together gonna have a good timeEverybody listen to the music, yeahThe song we’re gonna sing is kinda funkySo let your arms hang down and waddle all aroundLike a dreadful, mighty killerA big, black, wild gorillaKing Kong songWon’t you sing along?Listen to the music and it couldn’t go wrong(We do the)King Kong songGotta sing alongCan’t you hear the beating of the monkey tom-tom?Listen to the rhythm of the King Kong songLike a dreadful, mighty killerA big, black, wild gorillaKing Kong songWon’t you sing along?Listen to the music and it couldn’t go wrong(We do the)King Kong songGotta sing alongCan’t you hear the beating of the monkey tom-tomListen to the rhythm of the King Kong songKing Kong songWon’t you sing along?Listen to the music and it couldn’t go wrong(We do the)King Kong songGotta sing alongCan’t you hear the beating of the monkey tom-tomListen to the rhythm of the King Kong song