Introduction
“Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)” is a disco track by the Swedish pop group ABBA, released in October 1979. Recorded during sessions in August of that year at Polar Music Studio in Stockholm, the song features lead vocals by Agnetha Fältskog. The lyrics portray a woman’s yearning for companionship to alleviate her loneliness during the night.
The track was produced to promote ABBA’s North American and European tour in 1979 and was included as a new song on their compilation album, “Greatest Hits Vol. 2.” Its distinctive melody is driven by an ARP Odyssey synthesizer, contributing to its signature sound.
Upon its release, “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!” achieved significant commercial success, topping charts in countries such as Belgium, Finland, France, Ireland, and Switzerland. It also secured top-three positions in Austria, West Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Norway.
The song’s influence has persisted over the decades, inspiring numerous cover versions and samples. Notably, Madonna’s 2005 hit “Hung Up” prominently features a sample from “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!,” highlighting the track’s enduring appeal.
In October 2024, the song was reissued digitally as part of the compilation album “The Singles: The First Fifty Years.” This release included a Dolby Atmos remix and a newly remastered 4K version of the original music video, underscoring the song’s lasting legacy in popular music.