ABBA - Knowing me, Knowing you (Official Music Video) | REACTION

[@darrenbertram7289]

I've heard this song a million times and yet I still got goosebumps listening to it with you. Those scandi-melancholy hooks of emotion are something else! 😊

[@nielsulriksrensen9818]

This song is such a masterpiece, one of ABBA's best. It's deep, melancholic and yet very catchy. The soul and depth of Frida's wonderful delivery is an important part of its force, and the harmonies of course are masterful as always. And the lyrics - OMG!

[@sawek2993]

Moim zdaniem wszystkie ich piaseki są arcydziełami. Kocham ich.

[@jerrycote659]

❤️Frida❤️ ❤ABBA❤

[@ИринаБондаренко-щ7ч]

Анни-Фрид лучшая!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@carlosgarjon8340]

This is my favourite ABBA song. Among the best ABBA songs, this could be the best or second best. Instrumentation, production, lyrics, vocals, melody, harmonies and even the videoclip, everything is perfect in every way.

[@helenpeterson]

My number one favourite ABBA song and video. It is incredible in every way. That intro is so powerful then Fridas vocals taking the lead until Agnetha and the men join in. Yes the song is sad but it uplifts me whenever I hear it. Thanks David, I enjoyed that.

[@sarahberry4389]

I'm loving all these ABBA songs...I grew up on ABBA ...I love this song ..yes a sad song but beautiful!!

[@rrpk]

My favorite ABBA song. So powerful and well produced. Vocals, arrangements, video, all just on point. From now on it's just ABBA at their best. You'll gonna be surprised right after ARRIVAL album. I'm so fckn sure.

[@marcodebrabander5751]

The thing with abba is, the more you hear it, the better it becomes (10, 100, 1000 times!)

[@GivenToe]

Indeed!

[@jerrycote659]

Soooo true! I will NEVER get tired or bored with ABBA’s music. By far my favorite band of all time. Absolutely love them.

[@andrewperkin6614]

A absolutely classic song of there's,, brilliant, good job David with reaction xx

[@beaucheminjonjb]

Memories...

[@michaele7880]

This is definitely how the song started and played out. Amazing harmonies as always

[@christianoazzuro6711]

A perfect example of how a low budget kinda static video can turn into art and create such a strong impact.Here it's a breakup story and we mainly see just '4 people" in a room' but all blended in an ocean of emotions that makes this clip iconic.And of course who can demand something more when it's A.B.B.A. in there?....

[@emattdat10]

Leave it to ABBA to bring a sad subject of a break up/divorce to being a masterpiece of a song......

[@jregns]

I myself was born (1973) right into the ABBA era and have been listening to them for what seems like forever. I agree with you GivenToe that with ABBA you can listen to them, and then you can _really_ listen to them and you'll discover them again. Like the guys' vocals - usually subtle and mixed to perfection by Michael B. Tretow so that you only notice them if you listen closely, or else they just make up that iconic "ABBA sound". And the lyrics are often so well written once you pay close attention to them. As I grew up not knowing English that well in the beginning, the lyrics got new life as I grew older and fully understood them. ABBA is one of Sweden's greatest legacies. Rock on! 🤘🏻🎙🤘🏻

[@DFProductionsNow]

Same here. My mother was a fan and made me a fan. I was also born in 1973. Lots of AM radio memories.

[@marinamucic908]

This is one of my favourite ABBA songs, mostly because of lyrics, though the music is fantastic too

[@largemansteve60]

The melancholy is strong in this one...even so, I really love this toon, have for decades...EDIT: It just struck me that this song could be a sister song to Don't Shut Me Down, and how one is glad to reconnect with a past partner after the breakup many years prior...

[@christine3043]

*tune* A toon is a cartoon

[@mariaJ3105]

The live version of this from their Wembley concert is amazing Fridas vocals well just say goosebumps

[@graphiquejack]

When they are on that talk show as one of their last appearances in 81-82 and Friday sings this just after her breakup with Benny. It’s heartbreaking. You can see her glance over at Benny and just quickly turn away because she’s too upset to look at him for too long. I think this was also the same public appearance where Benny publicly humiliates her. It’s not a very nice thing to watch… you could see his nasty side and she just tries to laugh it off to save face.

[@mariaJ3105]

@graphiquejack yes I do remember that interview made for uncomfortable watching 😢

[@ramonfioricompositor8462]

Deeply emotional.

[@Elena_Oraevsky]

Thank you very much, David, for another trip into the past. ABBA is something that you always listen to with pleasure. And you are absolutely right, in your youth you don't pay attention to the lyrics, but now... The song already sounds and is perceived in a completely different way. Thank you for this wonderful review.

[@guentherk.1082]

so true!

[@GivenToe]

Thank you Elena! =)

[@christianoazzuro6711]

MONEY MONEY MONEY neeext!

[@largemansteve60]

The ABBA original version would be nice, following Tommy Johansson's 2 versions...

[@Payne2view]

They made some perfect songs sometimes. Top quality. Platinum coated golden songs.

[@georgedanson4759]

ABBA is my favourite band. Been to London to see Voyage multiple times, and experienced pure joy. I saw them in Australia in 1977 and love them dearly. Now, having gone through divorce, this song is so relevant and sad. Sending love from Melbourne.

[@chrisp2071]

One of their very best songs and one of their very best videos - very simple and minimal styling but yet its very stylish. Lasse Hallstrom did wonders with the low budgets that Stig Anderson gave him!

[@RoyJMartin]

Absolute gem from the Abba discography! From it's lyrics, through it's arrangement, all the way to the twin guitar solo! (Can we get a hell yeah for the bassline, was this Rutger?...) By the way, I think Tommy could have an absolute ball with this one! (You know what I mean haha) keep rockin' 😎✌️

[@alexioverdo5225]

The 3rd single off the ARRIVAL album ,yet it got 5 whole weeks at no1 in UK back in 1977.Album was no1 for 10 weeks at a time that albums were kinda expensive to afford.

[@AzoreanZionist]

This song had heavy airplay on the radio here in the U.S., in '77............and, in the summer, when I went to Toronto Canada, it was being played a lot on the radio there too. It is definitely one of ABBA's most "iconic" hits. ABBA's clear and evident "Euopean sensibilities" is on full display in this song. ♫♫♫♫♪♪♪♪♪♪💫

[@abbascots]

One of the Iconic ❤vids it’s so deep lyrically and emotional

[@guentherk.1082]

This is a strong AND very good ABBA song, yes. The lyrics are true and intense.

[@karlturner9038]

Thank you very much for the new long-awaited ABBA reaction. I've been particularly expecting this.

[@peterphillips4566]

Has to be my favourite ABBA song

[@eduardooscar309]

"Knowing me knowing you" (1976) is one of ABBA's most famous heartthrob songs The lyrics are strong and raw (some say there is a preview of the couple conflicts between the blonde singer Agnetha & guitarist Björn) And it has a powerful chorus on Agnetha & Frida, and a nice melody These is an excellent official video, it shows the four of them in separation situations, and plays with the images of the trios The part that stands out the most is the appearance of the image of Agnetha almost whispering as a reflection of Frida's main voice "Knowing me knowing you" was five weeks in a row at #1 in the UK, and one of them coincided with the #1 of "Dancing Queen" on the Billboard. (Just this week of April 9, 1977, 46 years ago, ABBA was #1 in the U.S. and U.K. with two different songs from the same album) "Knowing me knowing you" is one of their hits that ABBA recorded in spanish at 1980, with the tittle: "Conociéndome, Conociéndote", part of their album in spanish language "Gracias por la música" (1980) ABBA recorded in spanish after the colossal success of "Chiquitita" (1979) in Latin American countries I hope to see you in next reaction to ABBA My best regards to You from Buenos Aires Argentina 🇦🇷 South América

[@J-PNykanen]

Pure talent ❤ every time when you listen you always found new trick. We should be proud of ABBA and how they chance pop music 🎵

[@dawnyoung8]

This song is sad but winner takes it all is bitter sad

[@ad61video]

Love Fridas voice and I just like to mention that both girls have the same amount of number 1 hits when they sing lead. This song is not just a breakup song, but also they mention children that used to play in the house that is now empty. But Abba manages to come up with a melody that is not sad.

[@lounolastname4477]

They don’t have the same amount of number 1 hits in the UK. ABBA had 9 Number 1s - Frida was lead on 3, Agnetha was lead on 1 and 5 were joint

[@ad61video]

@@lounolastname4477 on their album called Number Ones you can see the broader view en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Number_Ones_(ABBA_album)

[@graphiquejack]

@@lounolastname4477yes, Frida’s songs faired better on the charts than Agnetha’s, interestingly, particularly because there is frequently a mistaken assumption that Agnetha was the ‘lead’ singer of the group, which just isn’t true. The group actuallly divied up the songs pretty equally. 1/3 with both in harmony, 1/3 with Agnetha and 1/3 with Frida, and a few with Björn and one terrible song with Benny. lol

[@Lisa-M]

@@lounolastname4477 The country wasn't mentioned in the comment. But nonetheless you're right and it's almost the same in Germany. Nine no. 1 hits, four Frida leads, two Agnetha leads and three songs were joint.

[@bubsmomma]

Aloha! More powerful than most of their catalog. I think most people can relate.

[@MichaelNadin-b8k]

Fantastic song

[@klausolekristiansen2960]

For some reason, "Breaking up is never easy, I know" is a line I really remember from my childhood.

[@krisa990]

ABBA means that Im back here...Im always up for your ABBA reactions Given toe! They are always a treat,interesting..other music,well,it can be paus visits,so to speak...from time to time,here and there..not so much though..ABBA,is a different story..thats top notch quality..all the way..

[@alejandrosantanaborquez917]

This is my favorite song... Great video too!... (actually the only official video of theirs that I don't like is 'SOS' 😬) Take care, David ✌️ Love ❤️ from Chile 🇨🇱 🤗 👍

[@helenpeterson]

You and I share a lot of the same opinions about ABBA songs and videos Aleandro and I agree re SOS.

[@helenesvanborg6234]

One of their best songs in my opinion ❤ Back then I didn't understand a word but now and then I play a ABBA album (so much memories) and now I understand 😉 Thanks David 🙏

[@GivenToe]

Its really good! :D Thanks Helene!

[@vivim29]

The two Abba songs that did really well in NZ were the ones that Frida sang lead on. I think the reason is because it was they sounded different from other pop songs at the time, the mix of the women's voices is amazing.

[@LOTGiscool]

My favorite ABBA song!

[@DidimoFranci]

It is a well done story, they brings you to an empty room, with the memorys, the back voice are so beautiful. I love this melody

[@jerrycote659]

My absolute favorite ABBA song. Brilliant reaction as well. I enjoyed seeing your growing appreciation of the song/video as it progressed and you are 💯 correct about how a song can hit you much, much differently as an adult with life experience. Excellent reaction.

[@rimisark]

Total classic!

[@agnetamalmqvist3776]

Jag får alltid rysningar när jag hör Abbas musik och deras röster❤️❤️❤️

[@Nic-gn4ff]

One of their top 5 songs, no question. No one does a break up song like Abba. The melody, the lyrics, everything. Very nearly perfect. Have been waiting for this reaction from you and am glad you enjoyed it more than you did before 😊

[@stevehulse4005]

One of their best songs which helped to widen their appeal to a more contemporary audience with its lyrical content. Great video too especially now it’s been upscaled so you can see all those creases in the curtain backdrop 😂

[@beaucheminjonjb]

Fantastic song! I love your reviews!

[@GivenToe]

Thanks!!!

[@geneWebb-uh5fg]

ABBAMAN., this is never one of my favorite tracks from ABBA but I liked it the video is excellent. You know back then at least in the US. There just weren't any music channels that you can see videos on so I think Abba was very ahead of their times making these videos to play somewhere around the world. They also made several non hit videos from different album tracks which is very cool I think this may have been a 4Runner to The winner takes it All meaning that the subject matter it's about relationship that's breaking up this became Abba's 6 top 20 hit where is peaking at number 14 on the US charts but it was number one in several European countries😊 4:55😮

[@graphiquejack]

Frida looks and sounds perfect in this video and song. One of their best and more poignant songs, and ironically written when they were all still happy with each other… unless there were cracks already forming in their relationships. Every bit as hesrtbreaking as the Winner Takes it All and When All is Said and Done, their post-breakup songs.

[@HenriqueAlbuquerque295]

My dear brother, finally one of the great ABBA songs for me, of course. I would venture to say that this was the first song I heard from them. I was 9 years old, I had already returned from Holland where I lived for about 4 years, and I remember sitting on the sofa in the living room of my house and this song was playing on television. This was the music video, I'm sure of it. When I was nine years old, I didn't know english and, therefore, I didn't understand any of the lyrics, but the melody and the way of singing gave me goosebumps, and I was only 9 years old. I was fascinated listening to that blonde girl, so beautiful, singing so well. Yes, this is one of my favorite ABBA songs. I think I once told you that I have created my ABBA top 12. I'm going to introduce you little by little to my ABBA top 12. I can tell you that from the album "Voyage" two songs are in my ABBA top 12. "I still have faith in you" is in 8th place and "I can be that woman" is in 12th place. This song "Knowing me, knowing you" occupies 9th place in my ABBA top 12. Obviously it's all a matter of taste and also the marks that each song has had on each of our lives. There are many people who say that the song "The winner takes all" is THE MOST ABBA SONG of all. But for me it's not, I can even tell you that this song isn't even in my ABBA top 12. For me, one of the MOST ABBA songs is "Knowing me, knowing you". From now on you will get to know the rest of the songs that make up my ABBA top 12 because some are already close. Thank you very much and receive a big hug from me.

[@Alex_Plante]

I was 12. It was my favorite song for about a year, back in 1977.

[@GivenToe]

Wow Henrique! Sorry for taking so long to answer! There are SOOOOO many comments to go through 🥵 But your comment moves me. As usual. What a story! I feel you brother! This song didnt mean much to me as a kid. I mean I knew the melody yes! But I was CLUELESS to the lyrics! Now, at age 35, it hits different! I am REALLY looking forward to your top 12 list! Thank you bro!!

[@petrapetajirglova3608]

Glad to Have You here again❤Today in the morning I Have said myself,Where Is David So long, missed You 😊Thank You for today 🙏👋

[@garlen8]

❤❤❤❤❤❤GivenToe you are so Great! Jag älskar dig så mycket!

[@johanschonewille5675]

Look the numbers of ABBA live at Wembley 1977,,bv hole in Joure soll

[@evahammarstrom-radberg5138]

Åh ABBA 🤩 Älskar både sången o videon ❤ Tack för denna Toe 🤗

[@GivenToe]

Tack Eva! :D

[@rokit430]

I could really feel you Feeling the Emotion of this Song...one of my All time ABBA favourites! A prelude to a very famous Norwegian band- A-HA😁Thank you so much for your very deep reaction x

[@AlfCalson]

Video by Lasse Hallström He did all of their official videos in the 70s and 80s except for the last two He also made ᗅᗺᗷᗅ The Movie

[@Chudnut]

Nice review.

[@nagi.selgri]

One of my favorite Abba videos. You could react to Bee Gees and their unknown songs, they have many hidden gems in their discography. Greetings from Argentina ☺️🎉

[@kimmokurikka2334]

I´ve heard it countless times but it just grows better and better for every time. ABBAs absolutely best one, high above the others (or almost, Eagle is at same level for me). This is the song where the ABBA-sound with the girls mixed harmonies is at their best. Goosebumps and tears in my eyes. Especially when I know that Knowing Me Knowing You will be played as the first song at my funeral, whenever it will be. The lyrics "Here is where the story ends, This is goodbye" and "Breaking up is never easy, I know But I have (I have to go) to go" can mean more than just a breakup... It was about time you listened to KMKY properly and did a fine reaction. Well done! Go on with ABBAs

[@evedavey2475]

💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛💛

[@ИринаБондаренко-щ7ч]

Анни-Фрид!!!!!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@geetee4459]

probably my favourite 'slow' ABBA tune

[@melodiesofmylife5805]

Yes it a powerful song. No. 1 in the Uk charts in 1977. And in Brazil it was played over and over on the radio stations!! Good memories. There is a portuguese version for it called "Recordar é viver" sung by the Paraguayan singer Perla. Check it out!

[@AzoreanZionist]

@melodiesofmylife5805 🙂Perla did a lot of ABBA covers. "Super Amor" ("Super Trouper"), "A Paz De Um Grande Amor" ("S.O.S."), "Pequenina" ("Chiquitita"), "Fernando", "O Jogo Já Acabou" ("The Winner Takes It All"), "Sonho Que Sou Uma Águia" ("Eagle")......are just a few more that I can remember.

[@melodiesofmylife5805]

@@AzoreanZionist Yes I can mention others: Nosso caminho (Andante andante), Diga que me quer (Gimme! gimme! gimme!), Eu vou sonhar (I have a dream), Hasta manana (Hasta manana)...

[@AzoreanZionist]

@@melodiesofmylife5805 🙂Oh yes. She also covered other artists, like Lionel Ritchie, Bonnie Tyler.......among others. Great voice and very talented. I believe, she lived in Brasil.

[@martincoble9816]

I've been waiting for you.... to react to this song. :) My first and still #1 favorite ABBA song. I was probably 12 when I first heard it. I might have heard other ABBA songs before this but this was the first one where I actually heard and remembered the name of the group. It has stuck with me every since. What an amazing song and I think very unique for ABBA in that nothing else they did sounds quite like it. Glad to see you are aware of how special it is.

[@brigittereimprecht8334]

They have so many good songs. check out "ABBA live Tokyo 1978". "If It Wasn't For The Nights", "The Name of the Game" and more

[@paulogaray6666]

Pure 1970s sound. Yes, the song has a great beat and when we were kids, we had no clue to the real meaning. ABBA Voyage ties it all together with songs like Don't Shut Me Down, Keep An Eye On Dan, and I Can Be That Woman, which is at the end of the relationship as well.

[@alexandresousa338]

Agnetha was giving looks in this one

[@jamesheaney8258]

The video is quite strong

[@richardscanlan3419]

Great song.You might want to review another in that time period - When I Kissed the Teacher.

[@GivenToe]

I already did 😁

[@richardscanlan3419]

@@GivenToe ok.My fave off the Arrival album.

[@bayareathrasher666]

My favorite, helped me get through my divorce after 15 years of marriage.

[@alexioverdo5225]

Freeze these!5:15..Agnetha's look.7:03 Frida's look at Benny while he's 'leaving".Ma Gosh both shots are so impactful.If this doesn't move you you gotta check your pulse.

[@GivenToe]

hehehehe yeah that is true! No pulse from that = dead inside

[@nigelmurray9000]

Is it time for another ABBA video? Is Mr GT handsome as fuck? ABBAsolutelty!!!😆😆😆

[@GivenToe]

hahaha best comment ever, thanks Nigel! XD

[@nigelmurray9000]

@@GivenToe 🥰

[@karinkrenn]

🎶💖🎶

[@AlfCalson]

. 🤘 🇸🇪 ᗅᗺᗷᗅ 🇸🇪 🤘 Knowing me. Knowing you

[@andreaspedersen3952]

Though not really being a pop-guy, I'm still a sucker for good compositions. Nice details. Not only the gloomy and personal lyrics. I believe it was written at a time they were going through some break-ups etc. ...and you started to see the prospect of a split in the future. But, some nice layered vocals. Some great studio work. They had some of swedens best session musicians at hand.

[@discogareth]

This particular song was recorded over two years before Agnetha and Bjorn split, and also over two years before Benny and Frida even got married! It was still all happy happy when this was recorded and released.

[@francismedina4547]

This music video is the exact same the one as on the album. Maybe you’re not just familiar with the song and you are just familiar with the chorus part. The album and singles versions are the same. This is one of my favorite ABBA song. I became a fan because of this song, not Dancing Queen or Take A Chance On Me, but this one. I also love the b-side of this which is Happy Hawaii.

[@eleonoragiacomazzi5775]

Hello David...haven't been commenting lately...😢 Health issues unfortunately! Been watching though... Yes...you are on point when you said that a person's maturity presents a deeper perspective into songs and lyrics..that's with everything in life...We never stop learning if we wish to... Benny and Bjorn can be playful at times with their compositions but can hit you right in the ❤ at others. I cannot wait until you react to ' Slipping Through My Fingers ' from the ' Visitors' album.. Now THAT is absolutely beautiful! Wonderful to hear this song today...always loved the intro... Abba can do no wrong in my 👀 ! Ciao bello! 🖐😊🫶

[@GivenToe]

So sorry to hear that Eleonora, hope it's nothing serious! I can't wait either actually haha! Cia bello, and take care now ok?

[@alexandresousa338]

You should listen in your free time the version of the live album, is in a slow tempo

[@AdamNewberry-b1x]

If someone said to me what does Sweden sound like, I would say the opening of this song. Just sounds incredibly Swedish for some reason.

[@mattigolx2532]

Det är något speciellt med deras musikvideos som gör att deras fantastiska låtar blir ännu bättre. Därför gillar jag verkligen när ni som gör reactions kikar på deras musikvideos. Sen behöver man inte alltid överanalysera text/videos men som i detta fall så är det ju en väldigt gripande text och video. Speciellt när man vet om relationerna i bandet. Great reaction again!

[@sandradittrich6706]

Wenn du diese Videos sieht und überlegst wie alt die Aufnahmen sind. Lasse Hallström hat damals tolles geschaffen.

[@hakanlennholm3331]

After this listen to "Empty rooms" with Sanna Nielsen. I think that song is close to be just as good as this one.

[@Mingus8]

Its so typical with this band.. that people discover new levels, new layers to their music as their life progress.

[@ingerbjorkman6373]

Kom precis hem efter att ha varit och sett Smash into Pieces så suveränt bra spelning 🥰 Har sett den här ABBA videon förut faktiskt. Väldigt sorglig , uppbrott är då sannerligen inte någon dans på rosor 😢 Men så himla bra låt 👍 Självklart fortsätter jag stödja dig och din kanal ❣️ Kram ❤

[@GivenToe]

Tack Inger 🙏🏻❤️

[@iangrice329]

Never a bad song. Excellent music, perfound lyrics 👌 I really want to experience a Swedish or Norwegian winter, I love to cold, must be my viking ancestors.

[@beaucheminjonjb]

This is sad abba 😢😢😢😢

[@user-mv6he6gl8m]

Hilarious! I didn't expect this from a hardcore fan like you. Been living under a rock for the last 50 years? A recovering ABBAholic? How can you have missed this iconic Lasse Hallström music video? I'm bewildered.

[@GivenToe]

Yeah I ask myself the same thing XD

[@kevindohn6776]

My comment is more a question, what the hell is wrong with people that they're never satisfied ?Both these couples breaking up and getting divorced, good looking, healthy, talented , smart, rich, but it's never enough ! Most people would be happy to have any one of them as their partner !

[@GivenToe]

Who is not satisfied? I'm confused XD

[@kevindohn6776]

@@GivenToe Ya I guess you are if you didn"t understand that comment

[@niddin3281]

Anyone who has gone through a divorce probably can appreciate this song. So true. The instrumental parts are also very unusual. I really like this song.

[@andrewjenkinson7052]

For me the modern equivalent of ABBA is Taylor Swift. Like ABBA she has catchy songs, several upbeat yet with melancholy element. With both it is when you delve into the less popular repertoire and LISTEN to the lyrics you enter in both cases extensive rabbit holes! As a 79 year old ABBA lover I never expected to become a Swiftie! Give her a listen😊

[@marita.n6125]

Jädrans vad du har varit flitig här...😅. Jag har inte haft så mycket skärmtid det senaste och säkert missat en hel del annat också. Den här låten är faktiskt en favorit, sången👌, och en refräng som fastnar snabbare än superlim. Ha de gött! ❤

[@JCWiley2300]

Did you get a new camera?? Your skin looks incredible!

[@GivenToe]

I did not, I changed the lights so that I am less grainy, and mor lighted. So thats what I look like in real life hahah. Thanks so much!

[@mparento]

My favorite ABBA song. Agnetha is very expressive and so beautiful in this video.

[@ИринаБондаренко-щ7ч]

Анни-Фрид поет!!!

[@Muckylittleme]

I think Agnetha is devastatingly cute to the point of sexy. And the song is an eternal banger.

[@ulrikeriemenschneider6154]

Have you Heard the metal Version from tommy? Its on swedish hits goes metal 1 or 2 ❤😂

[@ulrikeriemenschneider6154]

Sorry it wasn't on this album

[@GivenToe]

I have not, only Money, Money, Money and The Winner takes it all :D

[@Bobowiking]

The version on a sailing boat is cooler.

[@DadgeCity]

Steve Coogan owes Björn a few kronor...