ABBA – “Money, Money, Money” (1976)

Following the global triumph of “Dancing Queen,” ABBA returned with another bold statement: “Money, Money, Money.” Released as the second single from their 1976 album Arrival, the song showcases the dramatic flair and theatrical sophistication that set the group apart — with Agnetha Fältskog’s powerhouse vocals front and center.

Built around a moody piano riff and lush baroque-inspired arrangements, the track stands out in ABBA’s catalog for its darker tone. One of the few songs they wrote in a minor key, it evokes the feel of a cabaret stage — mysterious, glamorous, and ever so slightly tragic.

Lyrically, it tells the story of a woman struggling to make ends meet, fantasizing about escaping her grind by marrying a wealthy man. The tongue-in-cheek storytelling, combined with the song’s theatrical composition, results in a sharp social commentary wrapped in irresistible pop.

The song wasn’t just artful — it was a smash. “Money, Money, Money” topped the charts in Australia, France, Germany, Switzerland, and several other countries, proving that ABBA’s reign was no fluke. If “Dancing Queen” was their coronation, “Money, Money, Money” was their victory march.

“It’s a rich man’s world…” — and in 1976, ABBA ruled it.