The Sun Always Shines On T.V.
A-Ha · Ending On A High Note - The Final Concert [2011]
Believe me, the sun always shines on T.V.
Hold me close to your heart
Touch me and give all your love to me, to me...
I reached inside myself and found nothing there
To ease the pressure off my ever worrying mind
All my powers waste away, I fear the crazed and lonely looks
The mirror's sending me these Days
Touch me, how can it be ?
Believe me, the sun always shines on T.V.
Hold me close to your heart
Touch me and give all your love to me, to me...
Please don't ask me to defend the shamefull lowlands
Of the way I'm drifting gloomily through time
(Touch me) I reached inside myself today
(Give all your love) Thinking there's got to be some way
To keep my troubles distant
Touch me, how can it be ?
Believe me, the sun always shines on T.V.
Hold me close to your heart
Touch me and give all your love to me, to me...
Hold me close to your heart
Touch me and give all your love to me, to me...
The Sun Always Shines On T.V.
Released in 1985, The Sun Always Shines On T.V. stands as one of A-Ha's most enduring anthems, showcasing the Norwegian trio's signature blend of synth-pop and melancholic grandeur. Written by Morten Harket, Magne Furuholmen, and Paul Waaktaar-Savoy, the track explores themes of emotional detachment and the contrast between public perception and private sorrow. Its distinctive music video, featuring the band performing in a surreal, rain-swept cityscape, became an iconic visual representation of the song's moody atmosphere. The recording remains a staple of the group's discography, frequently performed live and celebrated for its soaring melodies and intricate production. As a defining work of the mid-1980s European pop scene, it continues to resonate with listeners for its timeless composition and emotional depth.