How "Take On Me" Failed Twice Before Becoming a Global Hit

Today, "Take On Me" is one of the most recognizable songs ever recorded. But before reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100, the song went through multiple versions, multiple releases, different producers, and years of development. In this episode of Behind the Song, we explore the fascinating journey of a-ha's biggest hit, from its origins in Norway and the early demo "Lesson One" to the groundbreaking music video that helped transform it into a global phenomenon. Featuring the stories of Morten Harket, Pål Waaktaar, Magne Furuholmen, producer Alan Tarney, director Steve Barron, and the creation of one of the most influential music videos of the MTV era. #aha #TakeOnMe #BehindTheSong #MusicHistory #MTV #1980sMusic #NewWave #SynthPop #MortenHarket