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Morten Harket - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 14, 1959 |
|---|---|
| Age | 66 |
| Birthplace | Kongsberg, Norway |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Morten Harket's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Lead singer of the Norwegian band A-ha, best known for the global hit 'Take On Me.' |
Intro
Morten Harket is a Norwegian musician best known as the lead vocalist of the synth-pop/rock band A-ha, famous for their hit 'Take On Me.' As the iconic frontman, Harket is recognized for his distinctive vocal range and longstanding contributions to pop music.
Early Life & Background
Morten Harket grew up in Norway, the son of Reidar Harket, a chief physician, and Henny Harket, an economics teacher. He developed an early interest in music, learning to play the piano at a young age before later shifting his focus to singing.
Career Highlights
- Formed A-ha in 1982 with Magne Furuholmen and Paul Waaktaar-Savoy.
- Achieved global fame with A-ha's 1985 debut album 'Hunting High and Low.'
- Fronted A-ha for the international hit 'Take On Me', whose music video became iconic.
- Released multiple solo albums, starting with 'Poetens evangelium' (1993).
- A-ha's albums have sold over 50 million copies worldwide.
Trivia
- Harket is known for his remarkable vocal range, with a tenor voice extending over five octaves.
- A-ha's 'Take On Me' music video won six MTV Video Music Awards in 1986.
- Harket has performed at the Nobel Peace Prize Concert several times.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Morten Harket?
Morten Harket is 66 years old.
When was Morten Harket born?
Morten Harket was born the 14 September 1959.
Where is Morten Harket from?
Kongsberg, Norway.
On His Birth-Day
About September 14th, 1959, in brief:
- Historical events: The Landrum–Griffin Act was signed into law on September 14, 1959, aimed at regulating labor unions and ensuring transparency in their operations. This legislation was a response to concerns about corruption within labor organizations.
- Day of the week: September 14th, 1959 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The Three Bells by The Browns
- #1 UK song: Only Sixteen by Craig Douglas
- Popular movie: Some Like It Hot directed by Billy Wilder
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