British guitarist watches himself playing 'Take On Me' by A-ha!?!

Tonight we're having our FINAL attempt at 'Take On Me' by A-ha back in 2005. Let's see how we get on!
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*VIDEO TIME STAMPS* PERFORMANCE PART 1 - 2:07 Vocal Analysis - 4:21 Mental Imagery - 5:17 Inalare la voce - 5:41 Falsetto - 6:33 How to Play it - 7:34 PERFORMANCE PART 2 - 11:44 (Solo!) - 13:16 Morten's in ears fail - 14:37 'In Ears' explanation - 15:28 Journey of Pitch - 17:34 Melodic Analysis - 20.06 Brief Band History - 21:42

[@kitahh]

In the absence of a visual of the band's performance, it seems that the applause at the end is for your kickin' solo. Works for me. :)

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@PSTroise]

This is the first thing that made me smile today. I thought you were going to do an analysis of your analysis. Which would have likely been hysterical. Maybe one day. You are displaying quite a bit of perseverence, which I admire. And I find myself staring at your hands when you play -- the lack of any excess movement makes it look like you've got all the time in the world. If only.

[@debravirden7130]

You are so committed to giving us the best analysis, thank you Fil!

[@catherinelynnfraser2001]

And the best experience.

[@lynndow3185]

Exactly.

[@lauriekane4686]

That's why Fil's the best!! 😎💕

[@wingsofpegasus]

No problem!🙂

[@ogs1mpson609]

A-HAve a feeling that third times a charm.

[@look4lec]

He's so damn good at guitar.

[@oaf-77]

Today’s another day to find fil analyzing away

[@danbee998]

So much work for this Fil. You did WAY more than needed. Lay this one to rest either way. Great video analysis.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@marilynsheffield612]

G-r-e-a-t analysis.👏 Oh Fil, yes! This is awesome! You continue to amaze, educate, and astonish me(us). 👏👏❤

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@rosachristopherson4977]

Great playing, Fil. So enjoyable.

[@lynndow3185]

Yes! This was really worth waiting for. Didn't think I could love this song more, but now with new understanding, I do. However, it should ALWAYS include your killer solo, that makes it perfect.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@54lespaul77]

OMG! Way to make it work! I guess I was lucky enough to see it before it got blocked. Keep it up 🤘

[@suzannerobbins6293]

Hi Fil! I tried to watch, but was blocked before! Wow! I am so impressed with your playing! I will be your 73 yr old groupie! Haven’t been a groupie for years..lol! Your talent is second to none! I mean this has a compliment when I say I could just adopt you into my family! We are such a musical family you would fit right in our crazy bunch of music lovers! Honestly you really give me a lot of joy...lot of smiles, and so glad I met you even though via internet! Dealing with my hubby and his stroke I come here to just enjoy the music I always loved. Thanks Fil for helping we through hard times! ✌️

[@joycejohnson7164]

Solo was amazing! You have some skill, sir!

[@lindaz1290]

Finally got to play this for my son (solo included, of course!) because of this third attempt. He loved it like I knew he would. We both enjoyed watching you turn into a different person when you're behind the guitar. It's in your blood - it's who you are.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@erichanhauser3190]

FIL, you the man. Love the videos.

[@mr.ironbodybuilding]

Thank you for covering this song! It brings back memories as a kid! You are Awesome!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@abbydubois3112]

Another great analysis Fil! Really Fun! You are truly a Joy to watch, exponential happiness there with two of you. And your solo was icing on the cake.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@aaron2709]

Wow, great hearing you play through the whole song. Fantastic solo!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@catherinelynnfraser2001]

The THIS time is the charm. You make the journey and the journey back wonderful. If you want to do it again.. I’ll be there😎

[@monabale8263]

such a joyous song. beautiful work dude! having flashes of drop dead fred r.i.p. Rick

[@tnmoppylaura5476]

Fil it's great to see how much you enjoy playing. You do great analysis videos, but you can't hide what a great guitarist you are. We want to see you play more...it's fantastic! Thanks for your "persistence" on getting this out to us.

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@jamespennington9719]

Yet again you have done something no one else does! Thsnks Fil!

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[@58icarus]

13:15 my favorite part of the video. Absolutely splendid update to an otherwise so-so outro. Phrasing sits really, really well...that audience would’ve been blown away, Fil!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@nettycoleman6675]

This is one of my all time favourite songs and bands from the 80's. Loved seeing you play along. So glad that you perservered with presenting it after a couple of takes as it was a totally worth it. Thanks! 😘

[@1Stonerock]

I hope you're happy. I have had this song stuck in my head (ear worm) for about a week now. Love your vids, Fil.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@lastone783]

Rebel with a cause. Never give up❣️

[@mcmoose64]

It's been up for 3 hrs now and still hasn't been zapped . I'd better watch it NOW !

[@coaltrain]

Love the original and this cover. Well done brother!

[@maryj.3876]

My brain exploded about 3 minutes in. But great stuff Fil! Don't forget the Steve Winwood analysis and cover of Can't Find My Way Home. PS: I have the same SRV T shirt!

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@mevrammcoyoteV8f150]

Because of Fil.....A ha..inducted in the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame..Thousands of A ha cover bands now.....Thanks Fil

[@lynndow3185]

Fil made me smile so much that my face hurt, then you made me laugh! Tag team!

[@mitchellsilverman5595]

A Ha should be thrilled to have your analysis

[@bipolatelly9806]

The Rock'n'roll Hall of Fame....!?!? Aha were rock'n'roll...? Who voted?

[@CassandrashadowcassMorrison]

@@bipolatelly9806 No, A-Ha were Paddy Chayefsky fans

[@greggsidwell8307]

Hi...think his name is Phil not Fil

[@robroberts1473]

I say again that guitar solo at the end fits perfectly. 🎸

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@rosachristopherson4977]

You’re a brave one!

[@timgreen3770]

I'm totally confused! But keep up the good work! Lol!

[@drewpall2598]

Just watch this analysis again! enjoyed your guitar demonstration and some of the history of Aha I had forgotten. I know we all look forward to the day you'll be ok to bust out your guitars again! Hopefully you'll have a trouble-free live stream tomorrow, Fil 😊

[@jeffreeman9499]

I love the some of your looks here. You got that grin like dang that was pretty good. 🤣

[@Nevertoosweet2eat]

So so nice.... sweet lick at then end. Just found this video in your list. Happy I found it! Thank you!

[@yinoveryang4246]

Once again, Steve pioneering a new genre on KZbin! The ‘self reaction video’. Me reacting to myself reacting. Who knows where this will end! The possibilities are endless - Three Steve’s side-by-side?

[@RoasterRoaster]

Wow Wow Wow !!! Amazing performance !!! It was a great analysis too !! Enjoyed it very much !!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@tammymyers5597]

Omg! Phil...You have one of the most beautiful smiles that I have ever seen!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@mr.knowitall5149]

Isn't it funny how these fun "pop" songs often have complex and wonderfully written composition behind them. Great playing!

[@jackiekeight-cunliffe9009]

Great song and as usual a fantastic analysis.. Fil, I'm learning so much from you. Love you xx

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@oscarcardenas7078]

Wow !!! Great analissys 🎸🎼🎵🎶♩✔✔🌟⭐🌟⭐ and intersting notes👏👏👏👌👌👌 congratulations no more words 👊🤘

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@Sagewyn]

That A-ha moment when it all comes together for you and makes sense. A Major Epiphany by any scale of measures. Congrats on success in finding a way to post this insightful analysis. :)

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@darlatidwell6255]

Great video Fil, cool to watch. Nice 🎸 work 👍🤟

[@marilynsheffield612]

Oh Fil when ever I just want or need a smile I always come back to listen & watch "you" in this video. 🎸👏. Awesome! Fantastic! Ahhhh. 😍😚💕❤

[@glassslide]

Great playing!! That was SMOKING!!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@dalem8332]

Brilliant idea! I really enjoyed this! Well done my friend! You Rock.😎🎼🎶🎵🇨🇦

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@RebelRoseJade]

Totally awesome as always Fil and I can listen to you sing all night long keep up the great work

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@RebelRoseJade]

@@wingsofpegasus your very welcome sweetie and I really do love your voice you have a special gift not to often do people have a voice that can be smooth on every song they sing and every song that I have heard you sing your voice is calm even when you're singing the rock songs and that is rare my friend just wondering I would like to know how old you are if you don't mind me asking

[@World-as-i-c-it]

Enjoyed seeing you actually demonstrate the particular techniques!

[@barbaradownie3265]

FIL NEXT TIME PLEASE SING IT AS WELL 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍 I LOVED YOUR COVER OF IT !!!!!

[@gaellemaz3727]

You are very talented. I enjoy watching your performances.

[@suehollar2578]

I saw the first two videos, but it's s great that you made 3 so everyone could experience A-ha. Great work!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@dannyharris5310]

I never knew it was that much guitar work going on in that song. Good job Phil..

[@jessieessex]

Determination! Thank you.

[@joefrisbie2036]

Please tell me that music is how he pays the rent. I know nothing about music but to hear it so well explained makes the art so much enjoyable.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@HRConsultant_Jeff]

Fil says he has taught music and he is in a band as well, so I think we can safely say (along with his Patreon channel sponsors) music does pay the bills.

[@mariorabottini5687]

That was really amazing Fil! Absolutely enjoyed your break down of this awesome song and your guitar wizardry! Like I’ve said Persistence be your middle name! Fabulous! Cheers Mario! 😀👌🤘

[@stephencanderson2344]

Splendid chops there, Fil! And a huge bravo on doubling that fast keyboard lick during the middle 8. Well done!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@joycejohnson7164]

middle eight = bridge?

[@marilynsheffield612]

Wanted also to say I kept waiting for you to sing, wish you would of. 😍 I guess doing it a 4th time is out of the question?

[@wingsofpegasus]

😂

[@marilynsheffield612]

@@wingsofpegasus can't blame a girl for trying. lol

[@dylankopff7139]

Fil!! Love that solo at the end Just a great song in general cheers

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@bossdog1480]

Fil, you've gone way above and beyond to bring this song to us. I cannot thank you enough for your tenacity. As one of the people who requested your analyses of it I'm really impressed by your efforts. I'm surprised that YT, or the record company?, is being silly about it as there are numerous covers of it in existence, from 'Literal Video' version (funny) to little kids and their dads. There's other rotoscope take offs too. Even 'Family Guy' did a version.' Great guitar solo Fil..

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@Rockysmom1234]

Really enjoyed your analysis and your playing. Thx!

[@gingerduran1592]

Robin Gibb used to put his finger in his ear on stage, especially in the 1970's. Great analysis, Fil!! :)

[@lauriekane4686]

Robin would cup his ear pre- in-ear monitors, so that he could hear his own voice. It became sort of his trademark. Loved his voice.💕

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@ljukgeebee4402]

@@lauriekane4686 unique voice Robin Gibb, the Vibrato. Fantastic. All 3 could do the falsetto but Robin , ahh i miss that voice.

[@thetremaines7292]

Very enjoyable videos... you've got a lot of Love - love for music, other artists and yourself... best part of watching your videos is your contagious smile.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@karlkascha1261]

Another great analysis Fil. Loved your solo at the end. It was seamless. You need a haircut Fil. Lol

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@DiamondGirl-1234]

Impressive! Thorough analysis of a great song! 🎼🎸🤘💖

[@alicesmith8297]

Love your guitar solo Fil!

[@gheffz]

Good effort, Fil !!!! When we "fail", try, try again !!!

[@BOOMNERD51]

I was hoping you'd cover with your singing and guitar! ❤️

[@stevec.1802]

E first inversion with the third as the root. Love it.

[@patriciavance5167]

Fingers crossed that this is a keeper! Seeing double is quite nice though. :-)

[@barbaradownie3265]

TWICE AS NICE

[@kennethwhite5558]

Have to say, Fil, you're absolutely brilliant.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@cassvirgillo3395]

Hey Fil, Great playing, quick right hand picking. You make look all to easy. As I have said before, I happen to really like the guitar in your analysis videos. I watch your channel pretty much daily, very good, Thank you. Great analysis, killer lead work. Take care, cheers, C.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@lisamoses2829]

I love watching your videos even though I’m not a guitarist.

[@kimberlyhayes6088]

Damn.......you are so flipping good at this!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@joycejohnson7164]

Thanks for this. (Loved the video)

[@cardinalflower6959]

Loved your solo! Awesome!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@ProbablyTooLoud]

I remember when this tune was all over the radio. At the time I was into heavy and prog rock, but this overall genre was a pleasant departure.

[@anthonycongiunti4421]

Hi Fil it's good and I remember a while back you said you can play several instruments I just started watching your show again. Well done 👍 Peace bro.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@skybird8358]

I enjoy listening to your analysis, explanations, & demonstrations. Always learn something new (inhalare la voce). But, after 3 days of this, I couldn't get it out of my head. (That is, until you posted the Sly Stone vid tonight :). BTW - I can still view all 3 A-HA vids - nothing seems to be blocked.

[@CriswellKOL]

HALLO FIL ON THE LEFT! and HALLO FIL ON THE RIGHT! I'm just going to jump in here and note how you're always smiling when watching a guitarist you admire. Whoever this guy is, he's pretty good as he almost never looks down at the fretboard. He knows exactly where he is without looking. He also smiles a lot like you do. When I breathe in and talk, it sounds like a pterydactyl screeching. I didn't know you could do that and sing a note that way. I can never learn the proper time to breathe and run out of breath. And there we have it. RAWK!

[@usermo]

Look at that fret control!

[@louisb229]

Fill, I give you a challenge! I would like to see you play Malaguena or Classical-Gas. Being Hispanic I would prefer Malaguena.

[@drewpall2598]

Louis B I can hear it now! Fil doing an awesome take on Classical Gas by Mason Williams

[@louisb229]

@@drewpall2598 I say and I hope you agree, Fil do both!

[@drewpall2598]

@@louisb229 Here is a link to Fil's analysis of Roy Clark performing "Malaguena" both would be cool to hear Fil's cover. kzbin.info/www/bejne/noHXqoKbf7mCiMk&pbjreload=101

[@louisb229]

@@drewpall2598 Here's my favorite of Fil commenting on Jim Stafford playing Malaguena, Classical-Gas, and Flight of the Bumblebee. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qoXQgWd3aLOYgrc

[@gwag24]

Fil, I feel Pal Waaker is a very accomplished guitarist. He is versatile, creative and has good tone. His chord progression in Hunting High and low is audacious. Check out the NRK studio live performances from 1991. Really good stuff.

[@mr.magicmittens3366]

Great guitar cover Fil, loved the solo!🤗

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@barackmycat9448]

Cool. We would love to hear your playing any time.

[@shanestritch7578]

Great stuff Phil

[@chrish9165]

So enjoy your channel Fil, although I cant fully follow ya, ha. I'm a novice who's taken up guitar in retirement to help keep an active mind and body coordination, and "its getting better all the time" (cheeky). Hope you can do a bit on Three Dog Night sometime, Mike Allsup is a fabulous guitarist IMO. Thanks, Rock On!

[@imjonesy5239]

Loved your solo Fil!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@pamegan8735]

Wow ! Fil is amazing ! He has so much talent.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@Deborah4Antiques]

How do you come off looking 22 forever! Saw your proud Mom on an older piece of vid. She's sweet. A ha forward, I'm in!

[@DeepsongProductions]

Excellent... you got skills, Fil. Cheers

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@MT-ni1id]

Fil, I think we are going to have to have an intervention for your recent A ha addiction.

[@barbaradownie3265]

FIL IS DOING FINE 😍😍😍

[@SD-oi4sb]

Just say A Nah

[@billwren5033]

No intervention needed this is a kick ass song and the solo was over the top.

[@Elena-in6uw]

Great band: thank you!! The sun always shines on tv, Manhattan skyline, Hunting high and low are also great songs 💎💎💎

[@jmflyer55]

Fantastic!

[@jameshondros1532]

Cheers , is it Phil, Fill, Fil, or all of the above? First time commenting. Really enjoy your channel. I've been diving into a few tunes that, (if you have not covered already), would be well worth doing....in my opinion. 1] Day After Day- Badfinger 2] Without You-Nilsson version 3] One-Nilsson, or 3 Dog Night version 4] 25 or 6 to 4- Chicago Live. Keep up the gr8 work and. "ROCK!" on ;-) Jim George, (the Beatleguy)

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks! It's Fil !

[@pattyfarghaly1821]

This darn good. Way to go Fil.👍👍👏👏

[@wingsofpegasus]

👍

[@marilynsheffield612]

ahhh😊👍🔊🤘🎸🎼Great analysis! love you playing in this. E minor, A major scale, 12th fret, omg talk music to me.😉❤

[@paulablissett4447]

BRAVO! BRAVO! BRAVO! FIL ON FIL, DOES IT GET ANY BETTER THAN THIS? Hey Darlin', fab as always, hee haw!!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@nathanweiss5174]

All we need now is you reacting to someone else (pretend) reacting to you (pretend) playing Take On Me... fun stuff to get it to stay uploaded.

[@briandklinger]

Good Lord I could never give myself a serious critique. I think I'd be too hard on myself. Did love the grin when you were strumming the triples though..

[@PozerAdultRacingTeam]

Awesome performance from you.

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@drewpall2598]

If at first You don't succeed try, try again! 😁 Way to go Fil. 👍

[@beachgirl4583]

Persistence is one of Fil’s strengths. I wonder what he’ll call the next album.