Released 29 years ago this October
Frida 1967–1972
Anni-Frid Lyngstad · 1997
112 min · 38 tracks · country music
A captivating blend of European pop and jazz influences, underscored by Anni-Frid's emotive vocals and lush arrangements.
Top tracks — play these first
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En Ledig Dag (Weekend In Portofino) — This track opens the album with a breezy melody that captures the essence of carefree summer days, highlighting Frida's smooth vocal delivery.
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Du Är Så Underbart Rar (Can't Take My Eyes Off You) — Frida brings a fresh charm to this classic with her unique interpretation, blending pop sensibilities with heartfelt emotion.
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Allting Skall Bli Bra/Vad Gör Jag Med Min Kärlek? (Everything's Alright/I Don't Know How To Love Him From Jesus Christ Superstar) — Her powerful vocal range shines in this medley, showcasing her ability to convey vulnerability while navigating complex emotions.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- lighthearted moments for sunny days
- nostalgic tunes for quiet evenings
- easy listening during casual gatherings
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- captivating vocals with lush arrangements
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, complex compositions
- seek high-energy dance tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Frida 1967–1972 represents a transitional phase for Anni-Frid Lyngstad, known primarily as a member of ABBA. Released in 1997, this compilation showcases her solo work from the late '60s to early '70s, before she became an international star with ABBA. This album served to reintroduce her diverse musical talents during a time when nostalgia for the ABBA era was resurging.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Agnetha Fältskog· Kylie Minogue· Cher
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Du Är Så Underbart Rar (Can't Take My Eyes Off You)
The bridge introduces a poetic declaration of admiration, shifting from playful banter to sincere appreciation and longing.
This moment marks a tonal shift in the song, deepening the emotional connection and elevating the listener's engagement through its intimacy.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 En Ledig Dag (Weekend In Portofino) 2:55
- 2 Peter Kom Tillbaka (Junge, Komm Bald Wieder) 3:07
- 3 Din (Quiereme Mucho) 2:39
- 4 Du Är Så Underbart Rar (Can't Take My Eyes Off You) 3:17
- 5 Simsalabim 2:30
- 6 Vi Möts Igen (Where Are They Now?) 3:18
- 7 Mycket Kär (Non Illuderti Mai) 2:25
- 8 När Du Blir Min (The Lonesome Road) 2:09
- 9 Härlig Är Vår Jord 2:42
- 10 Räkna De Lyckliga Stunderna Blott 2:58
- 11 Så Synd Du Måste Gå (It Hurts To Say Goodbye) 2:24
- 12 Försök Och Sov På Saken (Surround Yourself With Sorrow) 2:40
- 13 Peter Pan 2:09
- 14 Du Betonar Kärlek Lite Fel 2:29
- 15 Där Du Går Lämnar Kärleken Spår (Love Grows (Where My Rosemary Goes) 2:43
- 16 Du Var Främling Här Igår (I Close My Eyes And Count To Ten) 3:22
- 17 Tre Kvart Från Nu (Melody In F) 3:14
- 18 Jag Blir Galen När Jag Tänker På Dej (Goin' Out Of My Head) 3:27
- 19 Lycka 2:59
- 20 Sen Dess Har Jag Inte Sett 'En 2:10
Disc 2
- 1 En Ton Av Tystnad (The Sound Of Silence) 3:58
- 2 Suzanne 4:07
- 3 Allting Skall Bli Bra/Vad Gör Jag Med Min Kärlek? (Everything's Alright/I Don't Know How To Love Him From Jesus Christ Superstar) 6:14
- 4 Jag Är Beredd (And I'll Be There) 2:38
- 5 En Liten Sång Om Kärlek (Five Pennies Saints) 2:25
- 6 Telegram Till Fullmånen 1:59
- 7 Barnen Sover 3:35
- 8 En Kväll Om Sommarn (Changes) 2:08
- 9 Vi Vet Allt, Men Nästan Inget 3:32
- 10 Min Egen Stad 3:00
- 11 En Gång Är Ingen Gång (There Goes My Everything) 2:46
- 12 Vi Är Alla Bara Barn I Början 3:12
- 13 Kom Och Sjung En Sång (No Sad Song) 3:43
- 14 Att Älska I Vårens Tid (Forårsnatt) 2:41
- 15 Ole Lukköje 1:50
- 16 Vad Gör Det Att Vi Skiljs För I Afton 2:18
- 17 Min Soldat 2:50
- 18 Barnen Sover (Live) 3:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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