ABBA – Frida Lyngstad – I Know There’s Something Going On

Stepping Out Solo: Frida’s “I Know There’s Something Going On”
While best known as a member of the Swedish pop juggernaut ABBA, Frida Lyngstad, or simply Frida, carved a successful solo career after the group’s hiatus. “I Know There’s Something Going On,” released in 1982, served as the lead single for her debut solo album, “Something’s Going On.”

The song marked a departure from ABBA’s signature disco-pop sound, leaning more towards a sophisticated and mature pop aesthetic. Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, Frida’s former bandmates in ABBA, remained the songwriting team behind the track. This continuity ensured a familiar touch for fans while allowing Frida to explore her own vocal strengths outside the group dynamic.

“I Know There’s Something Going On” centers on a woman’s intuition about a developing romance. The lyrics hint at a growing suspicion, a feeling that something significant is brewing beneath the surface. Frida’s powerful vocals deliver the message with a captivating blend of confidence and vulnerability.

The song proved to be a massive hit across Europe, reaching number one in Switzerland and Belgium and landing within the Top 10 charts in numerous countries. “I Know There’s Something Going On” not only marked a successful launch for Frida’s solo career, but also showcased her ability to thrive as a vocalist outside the shadow of ABBA.

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