The song became a number-one radio hit in much of Europe, including topping the chart in the band's native Norway. On the song, Morten Harket achieved the European record for the longest note held in a top-40 pop song; he sustains a chest voice note for 20.2 seconds (eight measures).
The song became a popular hit across much of Europe, including topping the charts in Norway, where the band originated. Morten Harket's vocal performance on the track set a record for the longest sustained note in a top-40 pop song in Europe, lasting 20.2 seconds (eight measures).