Is Voyage a good place to start with ABBA?

Yes, Voyage is recommended as a starting point for new ABBA listeners. A triumphant return that blends nostalgia with contemporary pop sensibilities, showcasing ABBA's signature harmonies and rich melodies. Released on November 5, 2021, Voyage marks ABBA's first studio album in 40 years, following The Visitors in 1981. This album comes after a long hiatus during which the band members pursued solo careers, making this reunion significant as fans eagerly awaited new material from the iconic Swedish group.

Voyage works well if you're into steady mid-tempo progression, nostalgic warmth and familiarity and sing-along moments with friends.

How many songs are on Voyage?

Voyage has 10 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Voyage

ABBA · 2021

37 min · 10 tracks · pop music

A triumphant return that blends nostalgia with contemporary pop sensibilities, showcasing ABBA's signature harmonies and rich melodies.

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Top tracks — play these first

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I Still Have Faith in You Start here — This opening track sets a reflective tone for the album, featuring poignant lyrics about resilience and nostalgia that resonate deeply with longtime fans.
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Don’t Shut Me Down — With its upbeat tempo and catchy chorus, this song encapsulates themes of empowerment and renewal, showcasing ABBA's ability to craft memorable pop hooks.
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Just a Notion — Originally recorded in the late 1970s but finally released on this album, this track reflects ABBA's timeless sound and offers a sense of continuity with their earlier work.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

ABBA's 'Voyage' combines nostalgic melodies and harmonies, showcasing solid songwriting and production.

What we noticed

The first three tracks establish a mid-tempo pace with lush arrangements, while the fourth track introduces a more upbeat rhythm.
Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies that build on ABBA's classic sound, particularly in the choruses.
The album closes with a reflective ballad that contrasts with the more energetic earlier tracks, creating a sense of resolution.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo progression
nostalgic warmth and familiarity
sing-along moments with friends
lighthearted reflections on love

Maybe skip if you

seeking fast-paced excitement
preferring experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — A strong release after a long hiatus, showcasing continued vitality and popularity.
Themes: nostalgic reunion· personal reinvention
Moods: Nostalgic· Uplifting
Career context: Released on November 5, 2021, Voyage marks ABBA's first studio album in 40 years, following The Visitors in 1981. This album comes after a long hiatus during which the band members pursued solo careers, making this reunion significant as fans eagerly awaited new material from the iconic Swedish group.
Stylistic neighbors: Boney M.· Bee Gees· Cher