On this day in 1980, CHRISTOPHER CROSS released the single SAILING (Jun 9, 1980) Undeniably, Christopher Cross' SAILING wove an enchanting dreamscape that conjured imagery of a gentle journey across the sea, unhindered by the worries of terrestrial life. With its release in June 1980, this tune, penned and performed by the Texas-born Cross, swiftly charted a course to the pinnacle of the Billboard Hot 100, anchoring at the top spot for a week, a testament to its captivating allure. "Sailing" als

Sailing - Christopher Cross (1980) | R E T R O F I L E

February 25, 1981 At the Grammy Awards, Christopher Cross wins in four categories; Best New Artist, "Sailing" is Song of the Year and Record of the Year, and his debut album "Christopher Cross" is tabbed as Album of the Year. Released in 1980 as part of Christopher Cross’s self-titled debut album, "Sailing" quickly captured the public’s attention. Written by Cross himself, the song stands out for its soothing melody and reflective lyrics. It emerged during a period when soft rock and what later