Paul Waaktaar-Savoy
Norwegian musician and songwriter
Born
September 6th, 1961
64 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Norway
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Born in 1961, a musician and songwriter from Norway. Co-founded the band A-ha, which achieved worldwide fame in the 1980s. The band is recognized for the iconic song 'Take On Me', which reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100. Waaktaar-Savoy contributed significantly to the band's artistic direction and songwriting, creating a unique blend of pop and rock that resonated globally. In addition to his work with A-ha, engaged in various side projects, showcasing versatility and creativity in music.
Co-founded the band A-ha
Wrote 'Take On Me'
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