Introduction
Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)
Released in 1979, “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)” is a classic ABBA song that has become a pop culture icon. The song is about a woman who is waiting for her lover to come home from work. She is impatient and wants him to hurry up, so she sings “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! A man after midnight.” The song is upbeat and catchy, and it has a strong disco beat.
The song was written by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus, and it was produced by Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus, and Michael B. Tretow. The song was released as the lead single from ABBA’s sixth studio album, Voulez-Vous. It was a huge success, reaching number 1 in several countries, including the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand.
“Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)” has been covered by many artists, including Erasure, Madonna, and Kylie Minogue. The song has also been featured in several films and television shows, including “Saturday Night Fever” and “Glee”.
The song is a classic of the disco era, and it continues to be popular today. It is a timeless song that will always be remembered for its catchy melody and its upbeat lyrics.