Tina Arena - The Winner Takes It All (Live)

Tina Arena performing a cover of ABBA's "The Winner Takes It All" live on the Night of the Proms: Symphonic Show in 2006.

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LYRICS:
I don't want to talk
About the things we've gone through
Though it's hurting me
Now it's history
I've played all my cards
And that's what you've done too
Nothing more to say
No more ace to play
The winner takes it all
The loser standing small
Beside the victory
That's her destiny
I was in your arms
Thinking I belonged there
I figured it made sense
Building me a fence
Building me a home
Thinking I'd be strong there
But I was a fool
Playing by the rules
The gods may throw a dice
Their minds as cold as ice
And someone way down here
Loses someone dear
The winner takes it all
The loser has to fall
It's simple and it's plain
Why should I complain
But tell me does she kiss
Like I used to kiss you?
Does it feel the same
When she calls your name?
Somewhere deep inside
You must know I miss you
But what can I say
Rules must be obeyed
The judges will decide
The likes of me abide
Spectators of the show
Always staying low
The game is on again
A lover or a friend
A big thing or a small
The winner takes it all
I don't want to talk
If it makes you feel sad
And I understand
You've come to shake my hand
I apologize
If it makes you feel bad
Seeing me so tense
No self-confidence
But you see
The winner takes it all
The winner takes it all

Written by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus (Union Songs AB)

[bahaaelias]

I cannot stop listening to the best ABBA cover in the history of music.

[gribwitch]

"The Winner Takes It All" is, in my opinion, Abba's best song they ever wrote. Tina does a very competent version of it here.

[TurboHDT]

the best female singer in Australia by a long way

[ghaida]

Oh my god this girl is absolutely talented!

[joelarrarte]

Oh dear Tina... you brought a smile to my face and tears at the same time! How do you do that? Thank you, you are a true angel. What a talent - what a voice, so full of emotion!

[sylvesteraugustine]

Wow, Wow, Absolutely brilliant cover by

[EJMX]

Tina Arena has always been an underrated singer (amongst all the legends). Incredible voice.

[Flatwoodsdad]

One of the best cover's of the song I've heard. Live vocals too.

[georgebooth]

I don't know why Tina is not as well known as Celine Dion or Adele. Amazing voice.

[whp]

You couldn't fail to get the chills listening to this. Well done Tina.

[TheTigers]

Great tribute Mss. Arena Thank you very much !! I love your voice !! Look forward to buying your next album !!

[jimmyfromnj]

It's a shame America never really knew You. How did we miss You? Remarkable. A new favorite for me. Right up there with the best. Thank You Tina Arena.

[pebreroko]

A song from ABBA...
the way she sings and the emotion on it. Oh I still love her voice.💖💖💖💖💖💖
Back in the 90's and now 2022 her voice is still amazing 😍😍😍😍

[jongamali]

Wow!this just popped up in my feeds!what a heartfelt rendition!

[jeffreyolin]

Outstanding rendition of ABBA and unbelievable voice!

[debbarnett]

A strong powerful performance Tina, thank you!

[robertvelasco]

You are truly one of Australia's greatest female artists! God bless you! We are so proud of you!

[McDuff]

This song gives me chills every time I watch this video.

[victorgomes]

Gorgeous Aussie Tina. Such a warm voice and soulful.yet if power ballad calibre. Love you Tina! Xx

[lucyalderuccio]

Everyone clapping out of zinc and Tina still managed to hold it all together. Very talented lady.