Discover the story of the song > As Good As New – Abba

The protagonist is reflecting on why they had to leave their partner and act tough, saying they didn't need them anymore. But now, they realize that their life is empty without their partner, and they want to be with them again. They feel guilty and cheap for making a mistake, but they beg their partner to forgive them. They believe that their love for their partner is as good as new, just like it used to be, and even better. They believe that they are meant to stay together and their love for their partner feels as good as new.