But what is it about ABBA that has kept them relevant in culture for this long, especially among the LGBTQ+ community? What makes ABBA one of the gayest bands that has ever lived? Well, here.
But if bombastic outfits and bubblegum hooks had been the only gear ABBA gave to LGBTQ culture, its gay appeal would’ve plummeted after the lifesaving arrival of antiviral cocktails.
Ever since Dancing Queen, ABBA’s connection to the LGBTQ community has been pretty solid. “We found out quite early that Dancing Queen had become an anthem and we were very proud that we’ve been chosen by the community,” Björn Ulvaeus tells us of the outpouring of love to ABBA from LGBTQ fans.
is definitely not ABBA performing in , it seems like or As a DJ who plays mainly gay clubs and events, I can attest to this. They’re one or the most requests artists on a regular basis! Wanna dance to ABBA, come out to a gay club and you’re almost guaranteed to hear one of their songs during the night.