The Company Man
A-Ha · Minor Earth Major Sky
Responsible for signing the band
Songs came out of our mouths
And into his hands
Oh yeah
Legal help, yes we had plenty
Bank-accounts are easy to empty
Everybody's trying to help
Everyone is so friendly
Oh yeah
And we all come down
Don't make a sound as we hit the ground
Yes we all fall down
Don't make a sound as we hit the ground
Give us something easy to sing to
Give us something simple to cling to
Something we can all understand
Said the company man
Oh yeah
We sing
And we all fall down
Don't make a sound as we hit the ground
Yes we all fall down
Don't make a sound as we hit the ground
Yes we all fall down
Don't make a sound as we hit the ground
May we all fall down
Don't make a sound as we hit the ground
The Company Man
The Company Man stands as a compelling song in A-Ha's extensive discography, appearing on the 2000 album Minor Earth Major Sky. During this era, the Norwegian synth-pop trio explored more introspective and mature themes, moving beyond the high-energy hooks of their early 1980s breakthrough. This track exemplifies the band's ability to blend atmospheric synthesizers with poignant vocal delivery, a signature sound that defined their career. While the album received mixed reactions upon release, it showcased the group's continued evolution and willingness to experiment with darker, more complex arrangements. The song remains a testament to their enduring songwriting capabilities, offering a reflective mood that resonates with fans of their later work. It serves as a reminder of the band's versatility and their consistent ability to craft emotionally resonant music across decades.