Cher: Everything we know about her ABBA cover albums
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Last updated 18th Nov 2021
Cher is a pop icon, film star and tv personality with huge hits like 'Believe', 'If I Could Turn Back Time' and 'I Got You Babe'. However, after her appearance in Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again, Cher has taken to covering some of ABBA's biggest hits!
When her first ABBA covers album 'Dancing Queen' was released in 2018, it reached the top spot in the UK and Top 10 in a number of other countries. The popular album included the title track 'Dancing Queen', 'Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight)' and of course the famous 'Mamma Mia'.
Read on to find out more about Cher's ABBA covers albums...
What is Cher's ABBA covers album called?
In 2019, Cher delighted fans by confirming she is currently working on a new album, and it isn't just any old album, it's another ABBA covers album!
Of course, as Mamma Mia fans will know, the 'Believe' singer appeared in the most recent film Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again, as Ruby Sheridan who was Donna's mother and Sophie's grandmother.
After the success of her first ABBA covers album 'Dancing Queen', it seems that there are many more classic tracks that she'd like to cover!
Replying to a fan on Twitter, who had asked, 'do you have a release date for ABBA 2 yet?? Have you already started recording??' Cher replied, 'Been Downstairs Recording... Have 4 Done. Working on Voulez Vou,Chiquita en espanol'.
In some further replies to fans, she then elaborated on the track list, and we can't wait to hear her take on these iconic songs.
When is Cher's second ABBA covers album released?
Fans are still keen to know when they can get their hands on this new release, but Cher has yet to reply with a confirmed release date.
What was Cher's first ABBA covers album?
Cher's first ABBA covers album was called 'Dancing Queen' and featured hit songs like 'The Winner Takes It All', 'SOS' and 'One of Us'. 'Dancing Queen' was Cher's 26th studio album.
Did Cher go on tour with 'Dancing Queen'?
Yes! Cher embarked on her 'Here We Go Again' tour in September 2018, but was forced to conclude in March 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Now take a look at the Mamma Mia cast: Now and Then
Meryl Streep: 2008
Meryl plays the lead role in the 2008 film, playing the role of Donna Sheridan.
Meryl Streep: 2018
Fast forward 10 years and Meryl's involvement in the movie is limited. But she still gives a stellar performance!
Amanda Seyfried: 2008
Actress Amanda Seyfried was just 22-years-old when she played the role of Sophie in Mamma Mia! in 2008.
Amanda Seyfried: 2018
She's now grown up and gives off a mature vibe in the 2018 movie as she remembers her fictional mother Donna (Meryl Streep).
Pierce Brosnan: 2008
Who can forget the former 007 spy singing his heart out to 'SOS' in Mamma Mia! back in 2008?
Pierce Brosnan: 2018
Pierce returned to the stunning island for the 2018 movie, playing his role of Sam Carmichael at the age of 65.
Dominic Cooper: 2008
A fresh-faced Dominc Cooper at the Mamma Mia! premiere in 2008.
Dominic Cooper: 2018
Now looking more grown up, fans of the 2018 movie fall in love all over again with his character Sky.
Dame Julie Walters: 2008
Mamma Mia! fans fell in love with Julie Walter's portrayal of Donna's (Meryl Streep) best friend Rosie in the 2008 movie.
Dame Julie Walters: 2018
Still looking elegant as ever at the age of 68, the actress has viewers in stitches with her character's hilarious nature in the 2018 movie.
Colin Firth: 2008
At the age of 47 Colin joined the cast of Mamma Mia! in 2008, playing the role of Harry Bright.
Colin Firth: 2018
Returning as 1/3 of Sophie's (Amanda Seyfried) dads in the 2018 movie, Colin looks a lot more sophisticated as he rocks a pair of glasses on the red carpet.
Christine Baranski: 2008
American actress Christine Baranski looked sensational as she joined the cast in 2008.
Christine Baranski: 2018
And 10 years later she's still looking amazing as she returns as Donna's (Meryl Streep) best friend Tanya.
Stellan Skarsgård: 2008
Swedish actor Stellan joined the star-studded cast back in 2008 to play the role of Bill Anderson, 1/3 of Sophie's (Amanda Seyfried) potential dads.
Stellan Skarsgård: 2018
He returns for the 2018 edition, saving the day for Sophie (Amanda Seyfried) at the grand re-opening of The Hotel Bella Donna.
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