Hunting High and Low

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About Hunting High and Low

"Hunting High and Low" is a song by the Norwegian band A-ha. It was released in 1986 as the final single from the band's debut album of the same name.


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Here I am
And within the reach of my hands
She's sound asleep and she's sweeter now
Than the wildest dream could have seen her
And I Watch her slipping away

Though' I know I'll be hunting high and low
High
There's no end to the lengths I'll go to
Hunting high and low
High
There's no end to lengths I'll go

To find her again
Upon this my dreams are depending
Through the dark
I sense the pounding of her heart
Next to mine
She's the sweetest love I could find

So I guess I'll be hunting high and low
High
There's no end to the lengths I'll go to

Hunting High and Low
High
Do you know what it means to love

I'm hunting high and low
And now she's telling me she's got to go away

I'll always be hunting high and low
Hungry for you
Watching me tearing myself to pieces
Hunting high and low
High
There's no end to the lengths I'll go to
Oh, for you I'll be hunting high and low

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a-ha

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

Release Information
The song "Hunting High and Low" was released by the Norwegian synth-pop band a-ha in 1985. It was part of the band's debut studio album, also titled "Hunting High and Low."
Chart Performance
On its release, the song enjoyed immense success and climbed the charts in several countries. It peaked at number 5 in Norway and was a top 20 hit in many countries including the UK, Ireland, and Belgium.
Writing and Composition
The track was written by band members Pål Waaktaar-Savoy and Magne Furuholmen. The band's pioneering synth-pop and new wave sound is evident in "Hunting High and Low," creating a melodically melancholic yet danceable tune.
Notable Cover
The song was notably covered by Coldplay during a performance in Oslo, Norway in 2011. They performed it as a tribute to the iconic Norweigian band a-ha.
Music Video
The music video for "Hunting High and Low" has gained notoriety for its dramatic, cinematic quality. It portrayed the band members running through a forest, overcoming various obstacles.
Literary Reference
The song's lyrics contain a literary reference to the classic novel "Moby-Dick" by Herman Melville. The line, "I'll always be hunting high and low only for you / watch me tear myself to pieces," is thought to reflect the novel's theme of obsessive pursuit.
Album Success
The album "Hunting High and Low" was an international success, achieving Platinum status in the UK and the USA. It harbored other major hits like "Take On Me" and marked a-ha's breakthrough in the music industry.
Inspirational
Many modern artists have cited a-ha, and by extension, songs like "Hunting High and Low," as major influences on their music. This includes bands like Coldplay and Oasis.
Live Performances
The song is often performed live by the band, and is a fan-favorite due to its high-energy chorus and sentimental value.
Noteworthy Recognition
In 1986, the album "Hunting High and Low" was nominated for a Grammy for Best New Artist, cementing its place in music history.

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