07 - ABBA - Two For The Price Of One - The Visitors

Описание: "Two for the Price of One" is the cheekiest and most tongue‑in‑cheek track on The Visitors, sung by Björn Ulvaeus and standing out as the album’s novelty number. It tells the story of a lonely man with a modest job who answers a personal ad promising the company of two women for the price of one. The verses build up the fantasy of a romantic adventure, only for the punchline to reveal that one of the women is the other’s mother—leaving the listener to decide whether she’s simply a chaperone or part of the deal. Musically, it’s a jaunty soft‑rock tune with a theatrical flair, full of layered harmonies and playful instrumentation that nods to operetta, making it a lighthearted counterpoint to the album’s otherwise serious tone.

The song’s humour and twist ending have often been compared to Rupert Holmes’ "Escape (The Piña Colada Song)", with its narrative style and unexpected reveal. Critics have been divided—some praising it as a witty, clever ditty, others dismissing it as one of ABBA’s goofiest moments—but it has earned a cult following among fans who enjoy the band’s rare forays into comedic storytelling. On stage, it became a quirky highlight of their ABBA Live album, where Björn’s delivery leaned into the absurdity of the lyrics. The track’s working concept was reportedly inspired by the idea of a classified ad gone wrong, and its placement on The Visitors adds a dash of levity to an otherwise introspective and politically tinged record.

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