Train of Thought

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About Train of Thought

"Train of Thought" is a song by Norwegian band a-ha. It was released as the fourth single from the Hunting High and Low album. The lyrics for this song were based on the existentialist authors and poets Gunvor Hofmo, Knut Hamsun and Fyodor Dostoevsky - Pål's favourites at the time. It was a-ha's third consecutive top ten single in the UK, reaching No. 8. It was not a pop hit in the United States, but a 12" single featuring a remix of the song appeared on the Hot Dance Club Play charts. The single sold 500,000 copies worldwide. Another remix by Steve Thompson was released in 1986. 


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He likes to have the morning paper's
Crossword solved
Words go up words come down
Forwards backwards twisted round
He grabs a pile of letters from a small suitcase
Disappears into an office
It's another working day

And his thoughts are full of strangers
Corridors of inked lights
And his mind once full of reason
Now there's more than meets the eye
Oh, a stranger's face he carries with him

He likes a bit of reading on the subway home
A distant radio whistling tunes that nobody knows
At home a house awaits him, He unlocks the door
Thinking once there was a sea here
But there never was a door

And his thoughts are full of strangers
And his eyes to numb to see
And nothing that he knows of
And nowhere where he's been
Was ever quite like this

And his thoughts

And at heart
He's full of strangers
Dodging on his train of thought
Train of thought

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A-ha (stylized a-ha; Norwegian pronunciation: [ˈɑːhɑ]) was a Norwegian pop band formed in Oslo in 1982. The band was founded by Morten Harket (vocals), Magne Furuholmen (keyboards), and Pål Waaktaar (guitars). The group initially rose to fame during the mid-1980s after being discovered by musician and producer John Ratcliff and had continued global success in the 1990s and 2000s. more »

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Written by: PAL WAAKTAAR

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10 facts about this song

Song Production
"Train of Thought" was produced by Tony Mansfield, who is famous for producing songs for several popular artists and bands.
Song Release
The song was released as a single in 1986, serving as the fourth single from a-ha's debut album, "Hunting High and Low".
Album Popularity
"Hunting High and Low" was a globally successful album, receiving positive feedback and achieving high chart positions in several countries, boosting the popularity of "Train of Thought".
Charts Ranking
"Train of Thought" peaked at number 8 on the UK Singles Chart, demonstrating its popularity in the United Kingdom.
Lyric Theme
The lyrics of "Train of Thought" discuss the challenges and confusions that come with growing up and dealing with life's pressures.
Music Video
A music video accompanied the song's release, which was notable for its surreal animation techniques.
Song Composition
The song was written by all three members of the band - Pål Waaktaar, Morten Harket and Magne Furuholmen.
Remix Version
A remix version of "Train of Thought" was also released. The remix was conducted by Steve Thompson, a well-known music producer and remixer.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by several artists over the years, indicating its lasting appeal.
Legacy
Even though it may not be the most popular a-ha song, "Train of Thought" remains a fan favorite due to its emotionally resonant lyrics and distinctive music video.

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