The existence of two versions was born out of a notoriously difficult collaboration between a-ha and veteran Bond composer .
: The soundtrack version is heavy on Barry’s orchestral strings and dramatic flair. The 1988 album version (4:46) is longer than the film version (4:14) and features a more electronic, synth-pop arrangement that the band felt better represented their "artistic vision". a-ha - The Living Daylights (Album Version)
The of "The Living Daylights" is a distinct re-recording found on a-ha's third studio album, Stay on These Roads (1988) . This version differs significantly from the 1987 single and soundtrack version that accompanied Timothy Dalton's debut as James Bond. Key Differences & Production History The existence of two versions was born out