In 1981, the Swedish quartet released their final studio album, a somber, introspective masterpiece. Recorded at Polar Studios, it features Agnetha Fältskog, Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson, and Anni-Frid Lyngstad exploring darker themes. Tracks like "One of Us," "When All Is Said and Done," and the title track delve into personal and political turmoil. The cover, a painting by Julius Kronberg, reflects the album's melancholic tone. It hit number 1 in the UK and Sweden but marked a commercial decline. No lineup changes, but the band's dissolution was imminent. Studio tales include the band members recording separately for the first time, a sign of their fraying bonds. The 9 tracks earned no major awards but are hailed for their artistic bravery. It's a haunting, beautiful farewell from one of pop's greatest acts.

Release Date: 30/11/1981

Tracks: 9