From Mama Mia to Dancing Queen, ABBA created some of the most iconic songs. But when it came time for a fan (Jude York} to record a video for social media, he chose to sing one of their more emotional hits: Slipping Through My Fingers. This song is all about the passing of time, making it one that folks of all ages continue to resonate with. So, when Jude started to sing, his mom decides to join in.
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It’s unclear if this duet was planned. But in any case, there’s no denying that these two sound absolutely beautiful together! Seriously, you might get actual chills when they harmonize. Experience their magical performance in the viral video below.
Like Jude points out, this song only gets more emotional when an adult child and their aging parent sings it together. It’s no wonder, then, this video blew up online. Even celebrities like SZA are taking notice of them. In turn, Jude decided to share more about Mom. Turns out, there’s a reason she sound so amazing.. she’s a retired opera singer!
Mom and Son Go Viral Over Their Emotional Cover of Slipping Through My Fingers by ABBA
Although Mom is largely retired, thanks to the popularity of this video, that briefly changed. People loved their short rendition so much, Jude and Mama York decided to make a full recorded version for the world to enjoy! It’s available now on a number of music streaming services as well as YouTube. Below, you can see Mom react to hearing the song for the first time!
“Seeing something so vulnerable and personal ripple out through millions of people.. I realize now that no matter who we are, we all share the same deep rooted fear — time,” Jude writes in a social media post. “Who it will take and who it will leave behind. I can’t wait for this song to be yours, so we can cry and heal together.”
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