Album: Dancing Queen

Introduction
"Dancing Queen", launched on September 28, 2018, is the twenty-sixth studio album by the iconic American vocalist and actress Cher. The album is a tribute to the legendary Swedish pop group, ABBA, including 10 cover songs from their traditional hits that were specifically picked and analyzed by Cher. "Dancing Queen" was produced by Cher together with British music producer and ABBA's long-time collaborator, Mark Taylor. The album received favorable evaluations from music critics and was a commercial success, arriving 3 in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and a number of other countries.

Background and Inspiration
The motivation for the "Dancing Queen" album originates from Cher's involvement in the 2018 musical movie, "Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again", where she not only played a major role as Ruby Sheridan however also performed ABBA's timeless hit, "Fernando". Her experience on the set led her to the concept of making an entire album devoted to ABBA covers.

In an interview with Vanity Fair, Cher revealed her long-time adoration and connection to ABBA's music and how it revived good memories. She likewise confessed that initially, she didn't believe she had the right to try ABBA's songs, however throughout the filming of "Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again", she was motivated by the positive response she got from her analysis of "Fernando".

Tracklist and Features
"Dancing Queen" includes 10 tracks, all of which are initial ABBA tunes thoroughly chosen and performed by Cher in her signature effective voice combined with a touch of her unique design:

1. "Dancing Queen"
2. "Gim me! Gim me! Gim me! (A Man After Midnight)".
3. "The Name of The Game".
4. "SOS".
5. "Waterloo".
6. "Mamma Mia".
7. "Chiquitita".
8. "Fernando".
9. "The Winner Takes It All".
10. "One of Us".

The album does not include any collaborations, as it is mainly a tribute focused on Cher's analyses of ABBA's music. However, the creative team behind the album included a mix of knowledgeable and fresh skills who added to the recording, blending, and mastering processes.

Important Reception
"Dancing Queen" was popular by music critics, who praised Cher's ability to bring her special style and vocals to ABBA's traditional hits while remaining true to their classic essence. Several critics likewise valued the fresh and contemporary production of the album, along with the positive and contagious nature of the tunes. The album currently holds a score of 79 on Metacritic, based upon 13 music critic evaluations.

Business Performance
The album was a business success globally, debuting at number 3 on the Billboard 200 chart in the United States with 153,000 unit sales, marking Cher's greatest launching sales week in her career. "Dancing Queen" also peaked at number two in the United Kingdom, and arrived 10 in many other nations, consisting of Australia, Canada, and Germany. The album spawned three singles: "Gim me! Gim me! Gim me! (A Man After Midnight)", "SOS", and "One of Us", all of which charted on various music charts worldwide.

Tradition and Impact
"Dancing Queen" shows Cher's adaptability and long-lasting presence in the music industry as well as her love and enthusiasm for ABBA's music. The album pays homage to the Swedish group's enduring legacy while showcasing Cher's ability to adapt and rejuvenate classics for modern-day audiences. Ultimately, "Dancing Queen" stands as a testimony to the classic appeal and universal appeal of ABBA's music and Cher's withstanding star power.