The Norwegian trio's sophomore effort, "Scoundrel Days," demonstrated a more mature and varied sound, moving beyond the synth-pop of their debut while retaining their signature melodicism. It's a darker, more introspective collection that produced two of their biggest singles.
- "Scoundrel Days" reached number one on the Norwegian charts and number 33 on the US Billboard 200.
- The album was primarily recorded at Real World Studios in England and Atlantic Studios in New York.
- The lead single "I've Been Losing You" was a top 10 hit in the UK and Norway, though it only reached number 99 on the Billboard Hot 100.
a-ha is a Norwegian synth-pop band best known for their global smash hit "Take On Me." At the time of Scoundrel Days, they were solidifying their international stardom following their blockbuster debut.
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