Synth-pop that captivated the world: a-ha’s classic and popular songs

Even if you don’t recognize the name of the group a-ha, you’ve probably heard their iconic pop classic “Take On Me” at least once.

That said, some people might only know a-ha for “Take On Me.”

In this article, we’ll introduce a slew of masterpieces released by a-ha—the world-famous Norwegian synth-pop group—whose documentary film “a-ha THE MOVIE” had a limited release in Japan in May 2022 and generated plenty of buzz.

It’s a must-read not only for fans, but also for anyone looking to understand the 1980s synth-pop sound that’s trending again in the 2020s.

Playlist

Synth-pop that captivated the world: a-ha’s classic and popular songs
	Title	Playlist	One point
1	Take On Mea-ha		Truly the ultimate k—worthy of being called the very synonym of a-ha…
2	Train Of Thoughta-ha		Train ..., released in 1985
3	Shapes That Go Togethera-ha		『Shapes That Go Toge…
4	Hunting High And Lowa-ha		The big hit “Take On Me” and other major...
5	The Sun Always Shines on T.V.a-ha		Also known by its Japanese title “Shine On TV”…
6	Touchya-ha		“Touchy” is the third albu… by a-ha
7	Stay On These Roadsa-ha		『Stay on these Roads…
8	Crying In The Raina-ha		『Crying In The Rain』…
9	Foot of the Mountaina-ha		There are many famous songs crafted by a-ha, but…
10	I’ve Been Losing Youa-ha		A-ha’s second album, released in 1986…
11	The Living Daylightsa-ha		The film series 007, which is still loved by many people...
12	You Are The Onea-ha		If we’re talking about the most exhilarating sense of speed in a-ha’s songs, it would have to be “…
13	Butterfly, Butterfly (The Last Hurrah)a-ha		An elegant singing voice and a lyrical, melancholy air that appeals to Japanese tastes…
14	Lifelinesa-ha		“Lifelines” is a-ha’s seventh...
15	The Wakea-ha		a-ha, who reunited in 2015, is finally ready to...
16	Love Is Reasona-ha		Among a-ha’s songs, especially the ones you’d hear at a club…
17	Analoguea-ha		“Analogue” was released in 2005...
18	Dark Is The Night For Alla-ha		As the lead single from their fifth album, Ri...
19	Minor Earth Major Skya-ha		A, who had been on hiatus from band activities since 1993…
20	Under The Makeupa-ha		Please translate the following Japanese into English:This 'Under the Makeu…'
21	There’s Never A Forever Thinga-ha		Paul Waa, the band's guitarist…
22	Take On Mea-ha		Using an anime that could be called a darling of the MTV era…
23	‪Take On Me‬a-ha		When summer comes, I find myself wanting to listen to this song...
24	take on mea-ha		a-ha is a three-piece band from Norway...
25	Angel In The Snowa-ha		Lyrical melodies and beautiful vocals resonate with the heart…
26	Cast In Steela-ha		Impressive with grand strings and a calm vocal performance...
27	Celicea-ha		It's a track where the magic of synth-pop truly shines. 200...
28	Cosy Prisonsa-ha		a-ha, who perfected classic synth-pop, is 20...
29	Early Morninga-ha		This work, depicting a quiet, contemplative early morning hour, ...
30	I Call Your Namea-ha		A classic a-ha song that delicately portrays a heartrending feeling...
31	Manhattan Skylinea-ha		Norway’s proud synth-pop band, a…
32	The Blood That Moves The Bodya-ha		a-ha’s ... released in May 1988
33	The End Of The Affaira-ha		The synth-pop band a-ha from Norway…
34	Take On Me (Bass Only) (Play Along Tabs In Video)a-ha		Composed of members from Norway, and the world...
35	Living At The End Of The Worlda-ha		An elegant singing voice and a melancholy atmosphere drift in the melo...
36	a-ha THE MOVIEa-ha		A documentary depicting A-ha’s glory and journey
37	Take on Me (Kygo Remix)a-ha		A signature hit of the 80s, a-ha’s “Ta…”.
38	Soft Rains of Aprila-ha		Known for the hit "Take On Me"...
39	Forever Not Yoursa-ha		An elegant singing voice and a lyrical, melancholy air that appeals to Japanese tastes…
40	Summer Moved Ona-ha		Mr. A-ha from Norway in 2000...
41	There’s Never A Forever Thinga-ha		A singing voice full of kindness and soothing synth-pop...