“We couldn’t stop crying.” — Björn Ulvaeus on Agnetha Fältskog’s Breathtaking Take of Butterfly
At 75, Agnetha Fältskog walked into the studio without fanfare, sat before the microphone, and delivered what would become one of the most unforgettable performances of her career. The song was “Butterfly,” a collaboration with longtime friend and bandmate Björn Ulvaeus. And she recorded it in a single, flawless take.
There were no warm-ups, no endless repetitions — just a lifetime of soul, pain, joy, and memory poured into one breathtaking performance. Her voice, rich with the weight of experience, filled the room with a power that left even the most seasoned musicians in stunned silence. When the last note faded, the only sound was quiet sobbing.
“We couldn’t stop crying,” Björn admitted, his voice breaking as he described the moment. For him, the performance was not just about music but about history — a reminder of everything they had shared, from the triumphs of ABBA’s golden years to the decades of life that followed.
The recording of “Butterfly” is more than just a song. It is a testament to authenticity, to the idea that true artistry doesn’t fade with age — it deepens, becomes more profound, and carries with it the power to heal. In Agnetha’s voice that day, listeners found not just a melody, but a lifetime woven into every note.