What are you doing for New Year's Eve this year? Planning to go to a friend's party, maybe? Or maybe even hitting up a few for maximum excitement opportunities? Who knows, maybe you'll be the family who rings in 2016 with a beautiful new addition or two! If you're like me, you probably prefer to stay in for a cozy night without all the craziness that tends to surround the festivities. Regardless of your plans for the evening, it's always fun to try and stay up to see the ball drop in Times Square and officially welcome the brand-new year.
It always feels like a fresh start, but we never really know exactly how those next 12 months will add up over time. This song from ABBA takes a bittersweet angle on the holiday, but also reminds us that we all have the strength to rise above any hardship and follow our dreams. Despite the ballad's chipper title, "Happy New Year," the lyrics follow a couple who have found themselves in a rough patch even while surrounded by all the sparkle and confetti the next morning.
The iconic Swedish band was built around two marriages: Benny Andersson and Anni-Frid Lyngstad, alongside Björn Ulvaeus and Agnetha Fältskog. While the stress of their success definitely put a strain on both couples, they remained friendly and professional. The group continued to produce hit after hit and even inspired an award-winning Broadway play with their undeniably beautiful harmonies. Whether you've had a good or bad year, this song will totally inspire you to dance your way to midnight.
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