About The Song
“Take On Me” is a song by the Norwegian synth-pop band a-ha. The original version of the song was recorded in 1984 and released in October of the same year. The song was produced by Tony Mansfield and remixed by John Ratcliff. The 1985 international hit version was produced by Alan Tarney for the group’s debut studio album, Hunting High and Low (1985). The song by a-ha is a popular synth-pop song, released in 1985, that reached the top of charts globally.
The song’s title derives from the lyrics, where the protagonist encourages the object of his affection to “take him on,” meaning take a chance with him romantically. The song is about pursuing love, despite potential risks or impending loss, as seen in the lyrics, “If you’re lost, you can look and you will find me”. It highlights the bravery of letting emotions guide one’s actions.