Which ABBA song, released in 1980, is strongly associated with New Year celebrations?

ABBA’s song “Happy New Year” was released in 1980 and is strongly associated with New Year celebrations.

The Swedish pop group recorded the song for the album Super Trouper. Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus wrote it, while Agnetha Fältskog and Anni-Frid Lyngstad performed the vocals. Its lyrics combine a festive setting with uncertainty about the future, giving it a more reflective tone than a simple party anthem.

The song was issued as a single in several countries and became especially enduring in territories where it is regularly played around the end of December. Its title has made it a natural choice for seasonal radio and public celebrations.

“Happy New Year” is sometimes confused with ABBA’s earlier international hits such as “Dancing Queen.” Those songs are also played at parties, but only “Happy New Year” directly names the holiday in its title.