ABBA: Fernando

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Music History: "Fernando" (English version) is a song by the Swedish pop group ABBA, and it has a rich history that contributed to its enduring popularity. It was originally released in 1975, not as part of an ABBA album, but for a solo project by band member Anni-Frid Lyngstad. However, the song was later included on ABBA's 1976 compilation album "Greatest Hits."

Written by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, and sung primarily by Anni-Frid Lyngstad, "Fernando" was conceived as a nostalgic song about two old friends reminiscing about a long-past war they fought in as young men. The song's lyrics do not specify the war, allowing listeners from many different backgrounds to relate to its themes of memory and reflection.

"Fernando" was a massive commercial success. It became one of ABBA's best-selling singles, with over 10 million copies sold worldwide. The song topped the charts in at least 13 countries, including the UK, Germany, Australia, and Mexico. It was particularly significant for being one of the few ABBA songs to capture a significant Spanish-speaking audience, helped in part by a Spanish version ABBA recorded.

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