The Story of... 'The Winner Takes it All' by ABBA

21 March 2018, 15:55 | Updated: 21 March 2018, 15:57

ABBA - The Winner Takes it All

It is one of the most heartbreaking breakup songs of all time, and it always makes us feel emotional.

ABBA's 'The Winner Takes it All' is up there as one of the finest pop ballads of all time, but did you know its moving history? 

Here's all you need to know about the classic love song (tissues at the ready):

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