Paul Waaktaar-Savoy: Biography, Facts and Career
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Paul Waaktaar-Savoy (born Pål Gamst, 6 September 1961) is a Norwegian musician and songwriter. He is best known for his work as the main songwriter and guitarist in the Norwegian synth-pop band a-ha, which has sold more than 50 million albums worldwide. He has written or co-written most of the band's biggest hits, including "The Sun Always Shines on T.V.", "Hunting High and Low", "Take On Me", the 1987 James Bond theme "The Living Daylights" and the ballad "Summer Moved On". In addition, he is also a painter. Waaktaar-Savoy was named a Knight First Class of the Order of St. Olav by King Harald for his services to Norwegian music and his international success.
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- Full name: Paul Waaktaar-Savoy
- Born: 1964-09-06
- Nationality: Norway
- Known as: Musician
- Wikidata ID: Q438175
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Who is Paul Waaktaar-Savoy?
Paul Waaktaar-Savoy (born Pål Gamst, 6 September 1961) is a Norwegian musician and songwriter.
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Paul Waaktaar-Savoy is Norway.
When was Paul Waaktaar-Savoy born?
Paul Waaktaar-Savoy was born on 1964-09-06.
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