A ha’s “Take On Me” Started as Lesson One?! Rare Demo vs Hit Song

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✨ Before it was the iconic “Take On Me,” a-ha’s hit sounded completely different. The original 1983 demo, called “Lesson One,” is almost unrecognizable! 🎶

Did you know A-ha’s iconic 80s hit “Take On Me” didn’t start out the way we all know it today? Before topping the charts worldwide, the band first recorded an early demo version called “Lesson One.”

In this video, we compare the rare Lesson One demo with the final Take On Me single that became one of the most legendary synth-pop tracks of the 1980s. You’ll hear just how different the sound, lyrics, and style were — and how it evolved into the masterpiece we know today.

👉 If you’re a fan of A-ha, 80s music, or hidden gems in pop history, this is a story you won’t want to miss!

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