Love Is Reason
a-ha
1985
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The verified recording is added as the editorial destination for this requested title and performer. The screenshot was not audio-verified, and does not prove the exact mix, edit, pressing or mastering of the user file. Recording version: Original 1985 studio album recording; exact pressing and mastering not established
Release: 1985
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Hunting High and Low - original program and alternates
The first ten tracks of the licensed 1985 album program identify Train of Thought, The Blue Sky, Living a Boys Adventure Tale, The Sun Always Shines On TV, and Love Is Reason. The bonus program explicitly distinguishes demos, early versions, extended mixes and the 1984 Take On Me version.
Inspiration and background
Researched recording background
Love Is Reason is included in the original 1985 Hunting High and Low program. The expanded album separately labels a demo and early mix, while this entry points to the original album recording.
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Sources for this information
Hunting High and Low - original program and alternates
The first ten tracks of the licensed 1985 album program identify Train of Thought, The Blue Sky, Living a Boys Adventure Tale, The Sun Always Shines On TV, and Love Is Reason. The bonus program explicitly distinguishes demos, early versions, extended mixes and the 1984 Take On Me version. | Retrieved 2026-10-19
Other appearances and versions
Original 1985 studio album recording; exact pressing and mastering not established
The verified recording is added as the editorial destination for this requested title and performer. The screenshot was not audio-verified, and does not prove the exact mix, edit, pressing or mastering of the user file. Recording version: Original 1985 studio album recording; exact pressing and mastering not established
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Sources and scope
Sourced recording context; screenshot audio identity and exact master not independently verified.
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Hunting High and Low - original program and alternates
The first ten tracks of the licensed 1985 album program identify Train of Thought, The Blue Sky, Living a Boys Adventure Tale, The Sun Always Shines On TV, and Love Is Reason. The bonus program explicitly distinguishes demos, early versions, extended mixes and the 1984 Take On Me version.
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