Released on the 1986 album Lifelines, 'Afternoon High' is a synth-pop track by Norwegian band A-Ha. The song features the group's signature three-part vocal harmony and synthesizer-driven production, characteristic of their early work. It appears on a collection of tracks that helped establish the band's international reputation during the mid-1980s. While not one of their most commercially dominant singles, the recording showcases the band's ability to blend pop sensibilities with atmospheric soundscapes. The track remains a notable example of the genre's evolution during the era of the new wave and synth-pop movements.