Take On Me Literal Version
In the "literal" video version of "Take On Me," YouTube user DustoMcNeato, sings and speaks along to the classic pop song by A-Ha with new lyrics that reflect the action of the song's music video. The video, a memorable piece of '80s nostalgia, features a woman who is enticed into a sketchbook fantasy land by a handsome drawing.
Fast Facts
- Conceptually similar to the YouTube "Misheard Lyrics" series
- "Take On Me" was released on A-Ha's 1985's Hunting High and Low album
- Video directed by Steve Barron
- Video utilizes animation technique known as "rotoscoping"
- Song reached #1 on Billboard Hot 100 chart1
- Music video has been spoofed by Family Guy
Sample Lyrics
- "Come to Me
- Magic frame
- Sing to you
- Band montage!"
- "Where the hell am I?"
- "What kind of hallway is this?"
- "Is this your house?"
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