Statements (339)
| Predicate | Object |
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| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:music_video
gptkb:song |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Moulin_Rouge!_The_Musical
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| gptkbp:album |
gptkb:Even_Worse
gptkb:Hunting_High_and_Low |
| gptkbp:artist |
gptkb:Weird_Al_Yankovic
gptkb:a-ha gptkb:A-ha |
| gptkbp:associated_act |
gptkb:a-ha
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| gptkbp:associated_band |
gptkb:Pål_Waaktaar
gptkb:Magne_Furuholmen |
| gptkbp:associated_with |
1980s pop culture.
Romantic themes. The synth-pop movement. A-ha's breakthrough hit |
| gptkbp:awards |
gptkb:musical
gptkb:award gptkb:MTV_Video_Music_Award_for_Best_New_Artist gptkb:Best_New_Artist Nominated for Best New Artist Multiple nominations and wins Best Art Direction at MTVVM As Best Special Effects at MTVVM As |
| gptkbp:certification |
gptkb:Platinum
gptkb:item Platinum in the UK Gold in the US |
| gptkbp:chart_performance |
gptkb:Billboard_Hot_100
Top 10 in multiple countries number one on Billboard Hot 100 international hit Number one on Billboard Hot 100 Top charts in multiple countries. Number one in multiple countries |
| gptkbp:chart_position |
#1 on Billboard Hot 100
#1 |
| gptkbp:collaborations |
With other artists in live performances
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| gptkbp:cover_art |
covered by numerous artists
Weezer. A1. Chase Atlantic. |
| gptkbp:covered_by |
gptkb:Various_artists
gptkb:Kina_Grannis gptkb:Weezer_(2019) gptkb:A-ha_(2017_version) Real Life numerous artists Covered by various artists many artists Many artists karaoke bars covered by Reel Big Fish covered by Vitamin C covered by Kacey Musgraves A-ha (1984) Chase Atlantic (2017) |
| gptkbp:created_by |
gptkb:A-ha
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| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
featured in various films and TV shows
Iconic 80s song Iconic 1980s song Used in commercials. Still popular in modern media. Widely recognized in pop culture Cited in music history. Used in TV shows. Used in movies. Used in video games. Iconic 1980s music video Widely recognized 80s hit |
| gptkbp:cultural_references |
Used in various films and TV shows
Memes and parodies often referenced in pop culture Memes and internet culture Referenced in various films and TV shows. |
| gptkbp:cultural_significance |
Represents the 1980s music scene.
Defined a generation's sound Symbol of 1980s pop culture A staple of 80s nostalgia. Symbol of 1980s pop culture. symbol of 1980s pop music |
| gptkbp:debut_year |
performed live in 1984
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| gptkbp:directed_by |
gptkb:Steve_Barron
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| gptkbp:director |
gptkb:Steve_Barron
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| gptkbp:driving_side |
gptkb:The_Sun_Always_Shines_on_T._V.
Lesson One |
| gptkbp:duration |
39 weeks on Billboard Hot 100.
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| gptkbp:famous_for |
Its innovative music video.
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| gptkbp:famous_person |
gptkb:music_video
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| gptkbp:famous_quote |
nan
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| gptkbp:fan_base |
cult following
Strong fan following. |
| gptkbp:features |
synth-pop sound
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| gptkbp:first_appearance |
gptkb:UK_Singles_Chart
gptkb:US_Billboard_Hot_100 Norwegian charts |
| gptkbp:first_performance |
gptkb:A-ha
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| gptkbp:first_released |
1984-10-01
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| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:Pop
gptkb:comic_book New wave Synth-pop |
| gptkbp:has_achievements |
Cultural icon status
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| gptkbp:has_influence_on |
Pop music artists
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Take On Me
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| gptkbp:includes |
Greatest hits compilations
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| gptkbp:influenced |
Iconic status.
Music history. Artistic expression. Pop music. Future music videos music videos in the 1980s Many artists in the 1980s The development of music videos. The evolution of electronic music. The music video industry. The rise of music video channels. The sound of future pop music. The sound of synth-pop. The visual style of music videos. Music videos in the 1980s. Pop music of the 1980s. Synth-pop genre. Cover songs. the synth-pop genre Cultural nostalgia. Music charts. Music videos of the 1980s. Remix culture. |
| gptkbp:influenced_artists |
gptkb:Coldplay
gptkb:The_1975 Dance-pop Electropop influenced many pop artists |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:New_Wave
gptkb:The_Buggles Pop music New Wave music 1980s pop culture Rock music. Electronic music. Dance music. Synth-pop genre David Bowie. The Beatles. Pop music trends of the time. Synthesizer music. Duran Duran. |
| gptkbp:influences |
gptkb:New_Wave
Pop music New wave music |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
The song's theme of longing and desire.
The song's lyrics reflect longing and desire. inspired by the band's struggles for success The comic book aesthetic |
| gptkbp:inspired |
parodies and tributes
musical covers and adaptations |
| gptkbp:inspired_by |
gptkb:Duran_Duran
gptkb:The_Beatles Comic book aesthetics |
| gptkbp:instrument |
Synthesizers
Drum machines |
| gptkbp:instrumentation |
features synthesizers and drum machines
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| gptkbp:is_a_staple_in |
80s playlists
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| gptkbp:is_associated_with |
the 1980s music scene
Iconic synth riff |
| gptkbp:is_available_on |
Streaming platforms
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| gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
Anniversaries and tributes
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| gptkbp:is_cited_in |
Music history discussions.
Numerous artists as an influence. A defining song of the 1980s. |
| gptkbp:is_considered |
a classic
A classic 80s anthem A defining song of the 1980s |
| gptkbp:is_evaluated_by |
Critics and fans alike.
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| gptkbp:is_featured_in |
gptkb:television_series
gptkb:Stranger_Things gptkb:Ready_Player_One gptkb:video_game gptkb:battle Various films and TV shows Ready Player One (film) TV shows and movies films and TV shows Various TV shows. Various media and covers |
| gptkbp:is_known_for |
Catchy melody
its catchy melody |
| gptkbp:is_often_used_in |
gptkb:battle
radio stations Parties and events |
| gptkbp:is_part_of |
A-ha's discography
A-ha's live performances |
| gptkbp:is_popular_in |
nostalgia playlists
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| gptkbp:is_recognized_by |
Music critics
One of the greatest songs of all time |
| gptkbp:is_recognized_for |
its innovative video effects
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| gptkbp:is_used_in |
Commercials and advertisements
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| gptkbp:label |
gptkb:Warner_Bros._Records
gptkb:Scotti_Bros._Records |
| gptkbp:legacy |
Considered a classic.
considered a classic of the 1980s Continues to be popular today Considered a classic of the 1980s. |
| gptkbp:length |
3:45
3:01 3:46 |
| gptkbp:live_performance |
gptkb:concert_tour
performed at various music festivals Performed at various music festivals. Performed in various tours. |
| gptkbp:lyricist |
gptkb:Pål_Waaktaar
gptkb:Morten_Harket gptkb:Magne_Furuholmen |
| gptkbp:music_style |
Combination of live-action and animation.
rotoscoping Rotoscope animation Combination of live-action and animation combination of live-action and animation |
| gptkbp:music_video |
gptkb:battle
animated video over 1 billion on You Tube directed by Steve Barron Directed by Steve Barron Take On Me (music video) a love story with a comic book theme A love story between two worlds Over 1 billion on You Tube |
| gptkbp:music_video_director |
gptkb:Steve_Barron
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| gptkbp:notable_achievement |
One of the most recognizable songs of the 1980s.
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| gptkbp:notable_album |
gptkb:1985
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| gptkbp:notable_appearance |
Comic book style animation
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| gptkbp:notable_cover |
gptkb:Covered_by_Kacey_Musgraves_and_Hozier
gptkb:Covered_by_Kacey_Musgraves Covered by various artists. Covered by various artists in different genres. Covered by Kesha Covered by Reel Big Fish by Reel Big Fish by a-ha (2017 version) By A-ha (2017 version) By Reel Big Fish |
| gptkbp:notable_episodes |
Won several awards.
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| gptkbp:notable_feature |
intro riff
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| gptkbp:notable_for |
Iconic synth riff
Charted in multiple countries. Innovative visual effects iconic synth riff |
| gptkbp:notable_performance |
gptkb:concert_tour
gptkb:Live_Aid_1985 3:40 4:02 Performed at Live Aid. Performed at various award shows. Performed at the Nobel Peace Prize Concert. Performed at the 2015 Nobel Peace Prize Concert. |
| gptkbp:notable_song |
nan
But I'll be stumbling away. I'll be gone in a day or two. Is it me you're looking for? So needless to say. Take on me, take me on. The things that you say. I'll be gone. I'm odds and ends. In a day or two. It's no better to be safe than sorry. Say after me. Slowly learning that life is okay. Take me on. Take on me. |
| gptkbp:parody |
gptkb:battle
parodied in various media Various parodies By Weird Al Yankovic Parodied in various comedy shows. Take On Me (Weird Al Yankovic) |
| gptkbp:performed_by |
gptkb:A-ha
multiple countries Various award shows Many times by a-ha. a-ha. |
| gptkbp:producer |
gptkb:Rick_Derringer
gptkb:Alan_Tarney |
| gptkbp:record_label |
gptkb:Warner_Music_Group
gptkb:Warner_Bros._Records |
| gptkbp:recorded_by |
gptkb:Various_artists
gptkb:1983 gptkb:Norway various songs Various songs Various media and commercials RCA Studios. |
| gptkbp:recording_location |
gptkb:RCA_Studios,_New_York
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| gptkbp:release_date |
gptkb:1985
gptkb:October_1984 |
| gptkbp:release_format |
gptkb:single
7-inch single |
| gptkbp:release_year |
gptkb:1984
gptkb:1985 gptkb:1988 |
| gptkbp:released |
gptkb:1984
gptkb:1985 gptkb:battle available on streaming platforms |
| gptkbp:released_in |
gptkb:1984
gptkb:1985 |
| gptkbp:remastered |
gptkb:2016
gptkb:battle remastered versions available Remastered versions released. |
| gptkbp:remix |
gptkb:Various_artists
gptkb:2017_remix_by_Kygo multiple remixes exist various D Js Take On Me (Remix) Various DJ remixes |
| gptkbp:sound |
acoustic versions exist
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| gptkbp:soundtrack |
gptkb:television_series
gptkb:Stranger_Things gptkb:Ready_Player_One featured in various soundtracks |
| gptkbp:stations |
mixed reviews upon release
Moderate success before re-release. widely acclaimed over time |
| gptkbp:streaming_platforms |
Popular on streaming platforms.
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| gptkbp:studio |
recorded at various studios
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| gptkbp:style |
Rotoscoping
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| gptkbp:symbolism |
of the 1980s.
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| gptkbp:themes |
romantic longing
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| gptkbp:vocalization |
high-pitched vocals by Morten Harket
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| gptkbp:winner |
gptkb:award
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| gptkbp:writer |
gptkb:Pål_Waaktaar
gptkb:Morten_Harket gptkb:Magne_Furuholmen gptkb:Al_Yankovic |
| gptkbp:written_by |
gptkb:Pål_Waaktaar
gptkb:Morten_Harket gptkb:Magne_Furuholmen |