"Take On Me" - a-ha (Cover by First to Eleven)

[@FirstToEleven]

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[@favysarango1991]

What is the vocalist's name?

[@MarineRecon1775]

Audra

[@matheusp12]

always awesome!!!!

[@JoDimata]

First To Eleven 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@damianattard47]

Weezers did a cover of this too can you do Beverly hills by weezers

[@123GoBrits]

I'm a 63 year-old codger and have seen about 20 versions of this song and I like this one the best . I think the drummer likes his job

[@matsgustavsson665]

yup, the drummer got me thinking of Animal, the muppet :)

[@johnwalck3133]

65 here and I agree with you 100%

[@gundabalf]

ok boomer

[@Puterized]

Absolutely. I was thinking the same thing, and he's great too :-)

[@SleepingBabyOW]

I think just the same as you sir. And even your thoughts on the drummer align with mine.

[@frankwilson3265]

Discovered this band a few days ago. Can't stop listening to their material, paticularily this track. Their music is so authentic, organic and tight. The purity of Audra's vocals counterpoints the heavy and 'dirty' feel of the rest of the band, giving their sound a genuine 'beauty and the beast' vibe. As the modern music world largely seems to be slipping ever deeper into a self-imposed vacuum of mass-produced mediocrity, it's heartening to see them gathering such a following, and verifies that there is a sizeable chunk of people who still turn to the 'real deal' for their preferred listening. Reading through the comments, it's unsurprising to find that a lot of their followers hail from my own generation, and an era where the wheat and the chaff were seperated in short order. The world needs more bands like this. Kudos to them all.

[@DA-pi9rx]

I just found them as well. I've watched multiple videos this morning. They are fantastic. Lady gaga to a ha. She kills everyone of them. I was in junior high when take me on came out..I'm loving this cover. ❤

[@Andrew-zx9wx]

My dudes, I’m gen X and only discovered this band today. Love their sound and will be following them closely. Frankwilson said it better than ever could.

[@BrooksBabbling]

Ok bots

[@AndrewSung-f3s]

They should sing new songs and oldies to show their versatility.

[@nataliadecorum]

Спасибо за комментарий ❤

[@mbaba09]

45 Year old guy here, this cover blew me away. Such a good job. Subscribed and look forward to more of your of your excellent takes on such classics.

[@jparks4815]

That drummer is KILLING IT!!! Wow - well done!!

[@tombell7455]

I'm 57 and I absolutely loved this. You guys did a fantastic job breathing life back into this 80s classic from my younger years. I have to say one thing, the drummer kicked ass.

[@John-nz8ov]

I love the way she sings "slowly learning that life is ok". It makes me smile every time 😉

[@jonathansolomonphd4153]

And repeat after me it's no better to be safe than sorry....

[@JohnOkleberry]

It sounds like there's a bit of an accent in there.

[@Dancing_Alone_wRentals]

I never picked up on that line until she sang it. Hmmm, I owe them another tHanks!

[@carlonuno5700]

In fantasy yes. In reality it never will be. Sadly these are facts..

[@jerryvelardi5000]

Timeless performance of a timeless song !!! 1-awesome vocals 🎵 2- perfection with guitar 🎸 3-perfection with bass 🎵 4- unbelievable rhythm,skill, and fun from the drummer I know this band could do an incredible cover of 'A Tout le Monde' by Megadeth back from 2007 with another powerful female vocalist Christina Scabbia( who also covered songs like 'Nothing else Matters' . Keep it up guys !!!!!!!

[@305dadecounty_grabberbluem5]

I am 51 ...grew up with this song ...seen many covers and this one kills it.....you guys need to make sure you pay that drummer enough money so he never leaves. LOL ....

[@blindknitter]

Also 51, and despite my general gayness hopelessly in love with that drummer. Holy shit, are we sure he's not a god?

[@AndrewSung-f3s]

This wasn't done based on money, this was done based on interest...

[@neelanshukumar4308]

The way these guys just get into a song and make it just like their own is phenomenal! Hats offf man

[@dapikafreak6340]

This song is so hard to sing. Damn she does song justice even that insane high note hit perfectly loves this band hardcore

[@ericgan7742]

i have a feeling there is a lot of autotune assistance

[@cambium0]

auto tune princess

[@peterforemanisuprofessor-c3482]

Yep. Unfortunately she’s gone full auto tune on almost every song these days. It’s a damn shame.

[@dehb1ue]

It does require a lot of beer to do this one for karaoke. Some for the performer and much more for the audience.

[@kevinchandler179]

Exactly, this a very difficult song to sing, but she nails it!!!

[@TrashPandaActual]

I was a thirteen years old when A-Ha released the original song, and this is, hands down, the BEST cover I've ever heard. Awesome!

[@tb7771]

Have you heard the Broken Peach version?

[@TrashPandaActual]

@@tb7771 yeah, they're okay.

[@jimintheboxaudio7771]

I agree, very different style than the original but with the same energy.

[@AFistfulofCrayons]

I get the feels whenever a cover of Take On Me is good. I got the feels. You guys killed it! Matt! Your guitar skills are, as always, incredible!

[@BoJangles42]

49-year-old dad who loves this song and I have to confess: I’ve listened to this cover on repeat ALL MORNING. It’s SO BEAUTIFUL.

[@GUARD3EN]

Seriously, that's a damn solid bass tone y'all have. It cuts through the mix well without being obtrusive, and it also has the proper low end / crunch blend while still being clean enough to not sound grainy or fuzzy.

[@kcleung888]

This Band is Awesomely Talented they can play anything,this young Singer and their guitarists,drummer are gifted musicians!

[@RoxyGotMoxy.]

This might be the best cover you've done yet! Absolutely INCREDIBLE. There is no limit to how high I want to turn the volume on this song.

[@ПупаВаськин-п5щ]

Hello everyone, I'm from Russia, I'm 33 years old.I love the a-ha group, thanks to the wonderful country of Norway for giving the world such talents. p.s. Russians don't want war..

[@CATMAN447]

Brilliant young musicians!!! Stunning voices...well done!

[@dereknovaes4217]

This song does so much for me…takes me back in seconds! So well done!

[@kiyoshisamuel1318]

We're talking away I don't know what I'm to say I'll say it anyway Today's another day to find you Shying away I'll be coming for your love, ok? Take on me (take on me) Take me on (take on me) I'll be gone In a day or two So needless to say I'm odds and ends But I'll be stumbling away Slowly learning that life is ok Say after me It's no better to be safe than sorry Take on me (take on me) Take me on (take on me) I'll be gone In a day or two Oh, things that you say Is it a life or just to play my worries away? You're all the things I've got to remember You're shying away I'll be coming for you anyway Take on me (take on me) Take me on (take on me) I'll be gone In a day Take on me (take on me) Take me on (take on me) I'll be gone In a day

[@benzjidapa2655]

Thanks

[@helloworld1457]

because we couldn't have googled it ourselves?

[@JoybuzzerX]

@@helloworld1457 or people like it under the video

[@helloworld1457]

Brand X ?

[@Goldrunner1169]

@@helloworld1457 people want likes

[@soulrskreem29]

I'm an 80's kid growing up seeing this on MTV when they actually played videos. This track is apart of the soundtrack of my childhood. Hope you do a cover of Alphavilles - Forever Young! Love the energy

[@tombell7455]

I miss watching music videos on MTV, now it's nothing but reality TV shows. I miss the good old days.

[@DavidGonzalez_97]

I've only discovered this band yesterday and been listening to so many of their covers. All of them have been amazing. You now have a new subscriber and I can't wait to hear more 😍

[@FirstToEleven]

Welcome!!!

[@jfgdiez]

I am 53 years old and I belong to that generation of boys and girls who grew up with this song. This is still by far one of my favorite songs from the 80s and this is perhaps one of the best covers I have seen so far of A-ha's Take of Me. Thank you guys for this cover and for bringing me back to the 80s one of the best stages of my life.

[@PeteNThat]

Like the keyboard conversion to guitar. And that kick drum, every song it powers through. Great musicians.

[@terrypruitt708]

Today is the first time I have ever heard of this group First to Eleven and I think they're great. Watched several of their songs by Zeppelin, Nickleback and this one. Very impressed. That little lady can really sing.

[@madie6887]

This request might get annoying bust yall would kill The Pretty Reckless Make Me Wanna Die. Live you guys by the way and I'm working on a drawing of you Audra!

[@Jppin1]

Or Light me up

[@madie6887]

pewdiepie 2018 that's a good suggestion

[@madie6887]

Colton Thompson I a could see that being interesting

[@hugomouradsg8742]

plz do the pretty reckless yeees!

[@maxxh5331]

or Heaven Knows

[@RPG-GT]

Awesome! This is one song that is hard to duplicate, she hit the highs and the band is spot on! 👍👍👍

[@Nartano]

Folks you are simply AMAZING!! As an amateur (very basic) guitar strummer, I wonder where your guitarist gets all that sound! And Audra's voice is amazing!!

[@ayahdanatharrazka1185]

dari kalian kecil sampai sudah besar ini, semua yang di nyanyiin bagus bagus, apalagi lagu ini, keren bingits!.

[@kostak.2485]

Great arrangement and performance. Quite a range Audra has! Love it! Thanks and keep up the good work!

[@Karma-qt4ji]

Hey drummer dude. Everyone tends to focus of the guitars and vocals, but you rock, dude! And you seem to be having fun doing it which makes it even better. From some old random internet nutter who has been drumming since the early 80's XD

[@juneauserds24]

I love that 2:13 🔥🥁😍

[@gregorsalski2062]

he did his part the better

[@thevbo]

/cry in bass

[@helenfay9465]

Miles Hunt hair ❤...defo a cut above...injected some emotion...

[@theulfhednar2655]

This comment is underrated tbh :D (and yeah ur fricking right sire :D )

[@soupistasty5]

How???!!! How was this not a thing, ages ago?! Awesome cover.. literally, the exact song I think of in my mind, when I think about the type of songs that First To Eleven does. Now it's real... cool.

[@melissalee4446]

I absolutely LOVE the passion I feel from each one of you. Incredible. Keep sharing your tremendous talents. You make people so happy. :)

[@umbertogini8323]

Full of energy. Love this band.❤

[@pierre1146]

❤️❤️❤️ Love this, kiss from France 🇫🇷

[@lordgothys6066]

Partage cette vidéo, je veux que tous les Français écoutent ce groupe!

[@paulloubens2811]

@@lordgothys6066 les français, on est là 🖐

[@maumochapitau9817]

France gang 🇫🇷❤

[@philippabrams8375]

Ils viennent en France j'y vais direct

[@olivier7774]

Fan depuis plus d'un an, j'adore ce groupe ! Leurs covers sont justes énormes ! Souvent meilleures que les originaux ! 💕💕💕

[@Marshiethemarshmallow]

This is one of the songs that my Mom and I used to rock out to when I was little! This brings back good memories. Thank you! ♥️

[@medinschimaia6998]

So, my favorite covers are: 1. Take on me 2. Toxic 3. Poker face You are amazing, guys!! ❤❤❤

[@zipzapzipzap6859]

mine is attention, take on me, and new rules

[@harmonicempire2194]

guys please check out my new cover song and support me if you like it

[@masterclass4113]

My favorite is Audra.

[@f211halocenefanchannel9]

Mine's E. T., Sk8er Boi, and New Rules 😅😅

[@shawnclever1542]

I'm also a grumpy old man that grew up with this song on MTV. It's one of those inexplicably amazing songs that has lasted over time that can only be covered by a hang it all-out effort which is what F211 does here. I like this one even a bit better than the Weezer cover. Nice job.👍

[@pzoli777]

I was an A-ha fan as a teenager. Then I became a rocker. Now - listening to this reworking - I fell in love with this song again. But only the First To Eleven version! : D Thanks for sharing, it was a joy to listen!

[@diegojung6081]

Love you Guys from Argentina! Amazing cover

[@link-8980]

In 1 minute... Wow😑

[@brandongomez7]

Re piola

[@SnakeDeGeminis]

Lo que dice la piba ×2

[@faithharris3372]

That high note though!! It was so smooth❤

[@G8Thunder]

So many times I feel old and crotchety because I like originals better, but I like so many F211 covers equally or more than the originals. Maybe it's just the rock vibe you bring to the songs; whatever it is I like it. Also, Audra's voice is so awesome since it seems very adaptive. You have the grungy/gritty tambre in the alto range that just seamlessly works with the rock spin you put on songs, and then you pop up to the high notes for "in a day or two" and they're super crisp. Not sure if that was falsetto but it was awesome either way.

[@F35_JSF]

Love you guys! Mad guitar skills brother! Love the solo. Really makes this arraignment unique.

[@razzledazzleracing32]

I’ve watched this video like 100 times, one of my favourite. I just love how every one of you clearly enjoys what you do and it really comes across

[@brucestorey3400]

Big challenge to cover one of the world's biggest hits. And you guys have done a fantastic job. Loved it.

[@timdedeaux3989]

Outstanding! I think this is my favorite of your covers. It's absolutely joyful!

[@JimMeeker]

I'm diggin' the camera movement in the last couple of videos. Reminds me of Scott Pilgrim.

[@schlechtgut8349]

is it in my recommendation because of the tlou2?

[@davidrostron479]

55,,, one of my favorite songs of my teenage years,, you killed it. Great job

[@mariakasper5815]

J aime beaucoup quand j entends des tubes des années 80 90 repris par les jeunes générations avec intelligence.Vous prouvez bien qu'il n y a pas de bon ou de mauvais style de musique,ni de limite d'âge.La musique a cette magie bien à elle d être fédératrice.Je vous suis avec plaisir.

[@briciolopes2562]

I DON'T BELIEVE! I was thinking about this cover yesterday. "They should do it" 🇧🇷♥️

[@lazysob2328]

Good job! You achieved something that so few can! Making a song yours without changing what the song is! That’s rare!

[@legendaryTMNICO]

80s music is better than most of today’s new music.

[@Seintrehimself]

Suggestion for next cover Belinda Carlisle - heaven is a place on earth.

[@carminericciardi6054]

We’re never gonna survive- SEAL

[@wisedude4735]

Madonna - Papa Don't Preach 👍

[@2128jrandall]

Ooh, love me some Belinda Carlisle!

[@gbjbaanb]

@@2128jrandall sure but "Our Lips are Sealed" would be far better.

[@thorstenwei8787]

tiffany - i think we´re alone now

[@streetninja81]

I her vocals and the added harmonies. And the guitars instead of the keyboard give it that edge. Probably the most original version of this song I've ever heard

[@Localhistory52]

A seventy-one-year-old geezer who began teaching high school kids in the 80s. Loved them, love this song, love this version!

[@МаксИванов-б2ч]

Парень на ударниках индивидуален, вытягивает на хороший уровень весь кавер.

[@dimedradonicsunset8944]

Лол

[@louisestrada1356]

My point Exactly!

[@sayymyname]

I love you guys from Mexico. Audra's voice is impressive.

[@thomas_lale]

Ladies and gentlemen, the hype train has arrived at the platform. Everyone is getting in board.

[@LethalBatata]

On*

[@daxecutioner101]

Train go boom

[@dramallama456]

Lol

[@wisedude4735]

Ma' Pleasure 😁

[@gm-te8nn]

I'm going to wait for the Crazy Train.

[@wibowosantosa7313]

hebat euy ini cover paling ok ,menurut gwe....

[@idzuanazam]

I will never get bored of this song. Beautifully composed pop song that trancends time..

[@dasneakyninja77]

Flawless cover, I'm just simply glad I was born in a time where I could listen to this in awe 🤟 Peace be to all ❤

[@pablopardo8010]

The best cover of this song I´ve ever seen!

[@steveg1961]

Great cover! Thank you for keeping the spirit of the song, while giving it your own flavor.

[@havoknexxuz5585]

I'm surprised this band is q of my favorites. ❤ love everything they've done 😊

[@FergusDuniho]

This song has always been a favorite, and I love this version. Yet just this evening, after listening to your version earlier today, I heard a very different version on an episode of the Magicians, in which several characters sang it together in memory of someone who had died, which gave me a new respect for the song. Since that is the second time I have heard it in connection to death (Deadpool 2 being the other), it made me wonder what this song is about. Looking at the lyrics, it could be a goodbye song in the face of impending death, though it could also be about taking a chance on a relationship despite the specter of morality we all live with.

[@GrahamDale]

I remember dancing on the dance floor in a high school disco to this song, back on its original release in the 80s... soooo long ago now.. lol. This rockier version is by far the best version I have ever heard! Its amazeballs! \m/

[@deniselee9751]

I like how your vocals are not “predictable.” You go to a different key and it really adds something to your style.

[@latino_God]

I was thinking the same damn thing. These guys are amazing!!

[@mikebarnes50]

Love the singing Audra, and the band is great. I also am an old codger of 71 and love the music you guys cover, including many of the later hits.

[@mavfin8720]

Love this cover. And yes, I'm old enough to remember the original when it was new...

[@marleysinquefield3100]

This video is precisely the female cover of Take on Me I’ve been searching for! I didn’t expect this to be a rock n roll version cover. It's still awesome.

[@davidgolf3245]

I'd like to take on the singer!!! Thanks I am here all week.

[@BobPort]

This cover of a-ha’s epic song is, well ... epic. I love it so much!

[@PowerRedBullTypology]

What seems to stand out is how this if filmed. The camera is constantly moving, creating quite a dynamic admosphere. Good job cameraman!

[@Laetus11]

It’s the editor. Most of Those effects are done after. But yes the camera is also dynamic

[@iqbaljuatis6399]

Yang dari Indonesia ☝️ suka banget sama first to eleven ❤️❤️🔥

[@kennethfaught8754]

Love when I stumble across a cover that’s better than the original.👏👏

[@TOM-dg9wq]

Excellent cover! I'm binging and don't think I've come across a song I don't like

[@brandoneplin5180]

This is one of the best ones yet. This is a killer cover 🔥🔥

[@ericsonwesleylimadossantos2814]

Parabéns pela música 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 Ficou ótima a versão de vocês!!!

[@Yeahyeah116]

Take On Me without a keyboard. I can’t believe it was that good. Loved it…plus I have that guitar…my favorite.

[@adnanmufti887]

Awesome cover! Takes me back straight to the childhood days. Job well done and a special double thumbs up to the drummer 👍👍

[@guadalupeacosta9446]

I think "Innocence" and/or "When You're Gone" of Avril Lavigne are great options for next covers! Also, I love your job guys, you are amazing! Greetings from Argentina!!

[@Skillz881]

or Hot by Avril

[@zandergar9729]

she'd get Soooooo many views if she covered "i touch myself" by Divinyls lol

[@viir.lfc94]

Los argentinos estamos en todos lados 😆

[@julekhaakthar4907]

Bruh we’ve been waiting for complicated by avril

[@harmonicempire2194]

guys please check out my new cover song and support me if you like it

[@ElanurMH]

This is a wonderful version of Take On Me. By the way, a-ha played very often also a rock version of this song in their concerts.

[@mattcanty7313]

Watching these guys is like living the high school dream all over again.

[@ernestkovach3305]

All of you are so special and wonderfully expressive ! Each of your individual personalities seems to be revealed in your enthusiasm, body language, and overall expressions such that the 4 of you come together to become a fabulous whole. Keep up the good work. Watch each other's back, and be there; genuinely caring for one another. You make a fantastic musical team. It is so clear how much each of you truly loves what you do. Take care.

[@rmdodsonbills]

Well done guys. So good to see young people appreciating the classics. I guarantee you nobody of my generation was remaking the Andrews Sisters or Glenn Miller.

[@thayanesantana161]

Uau! Amazing song! You're the best cover band I've already heard! Please, come to Brazil.

[@barrymccain6859]

"My Own Worst Enemy" by Lit--which is approx. as old as most of the band--would be a great F211 cover, who did a great job on a song approx. as old as me (this one).

[@HilariouslyScary]

Can't say I was expecting this one, but boy am I glad you covered it!

[@memphys316]

Nailed it - thats perfect. there are three perfect versions of this song, two of them feature Morten Harket and one of them is by first to 11

[@michaelmcneal1642]

I've been listening to F2-11 for about 2 months. When you talk about cover songs you hear three different possibilities. The first possibility is that a band will do a picture perfect cover of the song. While getting all the technical aspects of it right is great, we already have that in the original song. The second one where most of the bands lie is that they do a crappy cover. Once in awhile you get a band that does a cover song their own way, which is really good and it's also a tribute to the original artists. First to 11 is a band that is in the latter category. Whenever I hear a song by them that I haven't heard their version of, I'm always amazed by the fact that if you didn't know any better you would swear that they wrote these songs. They're not carbon copies but their own versions which are very good in their own right. Their stage presence, vocals and instrumentals are all their own. They're such a refreshing group to listen to as I indicated before, it sounds like you're listening to their own material. I have yet to hear a version that I don't like as much as the original. Keep rockin' F2-11. You definitely have the talent, and certainly my ears!!

[@jimkmsj]

Great vocals! Great musicians!

[@VegAngel.]

One of the rare cover songs that are as good as the original version! I take on you guys ;)

[@lokcdra417]

Nossa ficou perfeito caraca amo alguns cover que vocês fizeram e esse foi um deles, parabens 👏👏👏👏👏

[@davidgurgel1860]

I'm completely fala in love with Audra. The Best and beautiful voice in this world ❤❤

[@robertmcginty4146]

I'm 49 and first saw this song's video on Nickelodeon 's nightly video show Nick Rocks when I was single digits. This is a great cover! I also listen to your covers of Ghostbusters and Dancing Queen almost daily.

[@joshuanoonan8936]

I was like, no way she is hitting that low note and then she did lol. awesome cover guys!

[@javiersantiago5999]

amazing!!! her voice is 10X

[@billycloudy9078]

Dude first 2 eleven is definitely becoming my favorite cover band!!

[@eisenstein2391]

I am REALLY impressed!!! You have to become STAAAAAAARSSSSSS

[@McchiselOZ]

You took a fuddy duddy old song that a lot of young people don’t like and you made it soar like an eagle . Amazing 👏👏👏💪✅