When Europe released in 1986, they had no idea a synth riff written in a college dorm would conquer the world.
:The absolute ultimate hype song. 🚀 Did you know Europe almost didn't release this as a single because it was "too long" and meant only to open their live shows? Best decision ever. #TheFinalCountdown #80sRock #MusicFacts #HypeMusic Europe - The Final Countdown
🚀 Inspired by David Bowie's "Space Oddity"🏆 Topped the charts in 25 countries🎸 Pure 80s gold When Europe released in 1986, they had no
Did you know that Europe's legendary rock anthem was originally intended just to be a concert opener? Written by lead singer Joey Tempest and based on a keyboard riff he made in the early 1980s, it defied expectations to become a global phenomenon! 🎸 Quick Facts: 🌍 Reached No. 1 in 25 countries . Best decision ever
🚀 The lyrics were heavily inspired by David Bowie's "Space Oddity".
: Start with a video of someone doing a mundane task (like waiting for a microwave to finish or staring at a clock at work). On-Screen Text : "When the timer hits 10 seconds..."