ABBA Performing Their Mega Song "SOS" Live 1975

"SOS" is a song by the Swedish pop group ABBA, released in 1975. It was written by Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus, and Stig Anderson, who were the main songwriting team behind ABBA's success.

The song's lyrics explore the feelings of heartbreak and vulnerability after a relationship has ended. The narrator expresses a sense of desperation and longing, reaching out for help ("So when you're near me, darling, can't you hear me SOS?"). Despite the upbeat tempo and catchy melody, the song conveys a deep emotional resonance, reflecting the complexities of love and loss.

ABBA's "SOS" was a commercial success, reaching the top 10 in numerous countries around the world. Its memorable hook and poignant lyrics have made it one of the band's most enduring hits.

The backstory behind "SOS" isn't particularly dramatic. According to Benny Andersson, the melody came to him while he was taking a shower. He called Björn Ulvaeus over to help him finish it, and together with Stig Anderson, they crafted the lyrics. The song was recorded in August 1974 and released as a single in 1975, becoming one of ABBA's signature songs.