a-ha is a Norwegian synth-pop band formed in 1982, consisting of Morten Harket, Magne Furuholmen, and Pål Waaktaar-Savoy. They achieved global fame with the iconic hit Take On Me and its groundbreaking music video. Known for lush melodies, Harket’s soaring vocals, and innovative songwriting, a-ha blended pop sensibility with emotional depth. Their enduring influence spans decades, cementing them as one of the defining acts of ’80s synth-pop and beyond.



