What do you get when you combine the infectious melodies of ABBA with the vibrant creativity of Australian animators in 1977? Pure magic! The animated music videos for “Money, Money, Money” and “Happy Hawaii” are not just a feast for the ears but a visual treat that takes you on a whimsical journey through the world of ABBA. Exclusively animated in Australia, these cartoons capture the playful spirit of the songs. These two animated gems were actually a test run for what could have been an Australian ABBA cartoon show, much like the popular Osmonds and Jackson Five cartoon series from the ‘70s. While the show itself never got the green light, another theory suggests these cartoons were intended as standalone clips for distribution to children’s magazine-style programs, similar to how music videos were shared with pop shows. Regardless of their original purpose, these two animated videos for “Money, Money, Money” and “Happy Hawaii” stand as unique, colorful tributes to ABBA’s timeless appeal.
