Aqua Announces End of Live Band After Nearly 30 Years

The Danish-Norwegian pop group Aqua, best known for the 1990s global hit "Barbie Girl," has announced it is ending its run as a live band after nearly three decades. The group's three members, Lene Nystrøm, René Dif, and Søren Rasted, shared the news in a joint statement posted to their official Instagram account.

In their statement, the band said that after many incredible years, they had decided to close this chapter. They expressed gratitude for the experiences they shared, noting they had traveled the world countless times and performed for millions of fans. The members stated that after being together for so long, they had learned when it was time to protect what they created together, and that this felt like the right moment to say goodbye while their memories and mutual affection remained strong.

Formed in Copenhagen in 1995, Aqua achieved international fame with "Barbie Girl," the tongue-in-cheek third single from their 1997 debut album "Aquarium." The song topped charts across Europe, reached the top ten on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, and became one of the best-selling singles of the decade. The track's success helped make Aqua the best-selling Danish...