“ONE LAST TIME, I WILL SING FOR THE DREAMERS…” — Benny Andersson Announces 2026 Farewell Tour “One Last Ride”
Stockholm, Sweden — With tears welling in his eyes and a voice that still carries the warmth of decades gone by, Benny Andersson has confirmed what fans both longed for and dreaded: his final tour. Titled “One Last Ride,” the 2026 concert series will be a sweeping, emotional journey through the music that defined his life and inspired millions around the world.
In a press conference earlier today, the legendary ABBA co-founder spoke softly but with conviction.
“One last time, I will sing for the dreamers,” Benny said, his gaze distant, as if seeing every stage, every audience, and every song he had ever played.
The tour will open with the song that started it all for him — a piece written in the earliest days of his career, long before ABBA became a global phenomenon. Titled “What Will I Do” (1972), it was his first recorded work as a solo artist and, fittingly, will now serve as the opening and closing statement of his farewell.
“It was the first song I ever truly believed in,” he shared. “And it will be the last one I play before I say goodbye.”
“One Last Ride” promises to be more than just a concert — it will be a celebration of Benny’s musical legacy. The setlist will blend his solo work, beloved ABBA classics, and personal favorites from his decades of composing for stage and screen. Each show will be accompanied by personal stories, unseen archival footage, and tributes to the musicians, friends, and loved ones who shaped his journey.
Tour dates and locations were revealed moments after the announcement, confirming performances across Europe, North America, and select cities in Asia. Notably, the final show will take place in Stockholm, a homecoming that will undoubtedly be an emotional high point for both Benny and his fans.
Since the announcement, social media has lit up with heartfelt reactions, with hashtags like #OneLastRide and #ThankYouBenny trending worldwide. Fans have shared personal memories of how his music shaped their lives, from first dances at weddings to moments of comfort in difficult times.
For Benny, the decision to step away from touring was not taken lightly. “The stage has given me so much,” he said. “But I want to leave while the music still feels alive in me — and while I can give everything I have to those who’ve given me so much in return.”
As he prepares for “One Last Ride,” one thing is certain: Benny Andersson’s music will outlive the spotlight, continuing to inspire dreamers for generations to come.
And when the final notes of “What Will I Do” fade into the night, the applause will not just be for a performance — it will be for a lifetime.