I think you’re starting to see why Christopher Cross won 5 Grammy awards for this album.

@willritter4076

4 жыл бұрын

I'd be honored if some Christopher Cross & old-school music fans would take a listen to my acoustic piano & vocal cover performances of WHAT A FOOL BELIEVES by Michael McDonald and SEPTEMBER by Earth Wind & Fire on my YT channel in tribute to the late 70s/early 80s groove era. Live acoustic with no autotune or digital editing. Peace and stay safe.

@SantiagoTM1

4 жыл бұрын

Mr. Routh, I've been on a large boat 25 miles out to sea, listening to this particular song, drinking Honey Flavor Tennessee Whisky, & with a Blunt in my mouth. Perfect time of my Life... Especially once the Weed kicked in...

@Mike-ky9jz

4 жыл бұрын

He absolutely crushed the Grammys that year.

@firstladyntrng1170

4 жыл бұрын

He deserved everyone of them🙏

@barbarahallowell2613

3 жыл бұрын

Hella yeah that! 1980

Christopher Cross was a victim of the MTV culture where appearance took precedent over real talent.

@itzanopinion

4 жыл бұрын

wasn't really "appearance" but rather 'sound'....when MTV started playing videos, "soft rock" really wasn't a *genre* that had longevity!

@m33p0

4 жыл бұрын

@@itzanopinion milli vanilli

@xoxxobob61

4 жыл бұрын

First song on MTV was "Video killed the Radio Star"....Don't blame them for that !

@jimperry4108

4 жыл бұрын

REO Speedwagon were the same way.

@chrisrj9871

4 жыл бұрын

@@itzanopinion - That may be why VH-1 came around in 1985... before it became about basketball wives.

THE SONG IS AN ABSOLUTE MASTERPIECE

@jessdeleon3726

3 жыл бұрын

I love him so very much

@ZobethC

3 жыл бұрын

This song got me thru trauma as a kid. I will always love Christopher and this beautiful song ❤️🥰

@adamturner8732

3 жыл бұрын

Ya it really is

@MrFloydChannelings

3 жыл бұрын

Yep!

@ricthornton2958

3 жыл бұрын

A masterpiece from beginning to end . . . the music and the lyrics!!

The man who could write a beautiful song about a paper cup if he wanted.

@r.j.w7924

3 жыл бұрын

You ain't never lied. The man could write a song about the back of a chewing gum wrapper if he wanted.

@moniqueautreux6980

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely Edward. No details in life is insignificant for Mr Cross. He can show such a sensibility into his lyrics and into his melodies. He's a human kind, definitely. The human condition is a priority for this great artist. Thank you God to have given us this beautiful person.

@chriswilloughby48

2 жыл бұрын

@@moniqueautreux6980 Praise the true god Zeus for building Mr. Cross.

@jorgepinto2085

2 жыл бұрын

LOL!!!

@shotgunblast28

2 жыл бұрын

Yes he could 😆😎

The music industry really failed Christopher Cross, he was a force to be reckoned with his music is still timeless to me. He was one of the greatest singer songwriter of my generation. #80s4life❤

@TheRealMightyHokie

4 жыл бұрын

I think that Cross's biggest problem is that he came along at the same time as MTV. Rick Springfield was just as talented and a lot better looking. In the MTV era that is what mattered.

@christy2808

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheRealMightyHokie 🤔🧐 Wut? I didn't need to see the man to know he was an amazing singer/songwriter. This song was released in 1979- regardless- different strokes for different folks! 😁 🤙🤙🤙

@TheRealMightyHokie

4 жыл бұрын

@@christy2808 No, no. Don't get me wrong. I agree. I was just stating that, while Christopher Cross was amazing, had a killer voice, was a world class songwriter and had the music industry in the palm of his hand . MTV came along and changed things, for better or worse. Christopher Cross got screwed by MTV, as did a lot of very talented artist. That is what I meant.

@christy2808

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheRealMightyHokie Ah, I gotcha now. I'm sorry, I completely misunderstood. I was one of those (almost teen) girls that was excited about MTV! Fortunately, I didn't get lost in all the hype- I was able to maintain my eclectic taste in music. 😁 ✌✌ Have a wonderful weekend!

@saintejeannedarc9460

4 жыл бұрын

Chris Cross couldn't keep up w/ the stage personna and looks that so many other performers have. It's easy to see he's an extreme introvert and shy. He does a really subdued performance. His unique reedy voice, his musical compositions and his lovely songs has him as a favourite and standout even w/ all the amazing music of the 70's.

Chris Cross's voice is just pure, clean, beauty.

@Maddie-5

3 жыл бұрын

I 100% agree!😏

@tepolzin603

3 жыл бұрын

No doubt - his voice very much reminds me of Aaron Neville.

@mcdo724

3 жыл бұрын

Pure

@mcdo724

3 жыл бұрын

No auto tuned

This is one of the all time greatest songs ever written. It’s a masterpiece in every element…it takes you places. Not many songs do that. His guitar tuning and voicing are incredible.

@TheRozberry

Жыл бұрын

It really does take you away…especially if you are having a bad day. It’s soooo relaxing.

@TheRozberry

Жыл бұрын

Christopher is so smooth. My family and I saw him play at “Zoo A La Cart” here in Milwaukee Wi years ago. It was an outdoor concert and it was awesome!!!

His voice is smooth. Relaxing. The male version of Karen Carpenter in my opinion. He brings tears to my eyes ❤️

@gdefaveri

2 жыл бұрын

that’s so spot on

@heidichristensen7919

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! I’m sitting here sobbing.

@pg1171

2 жыл бұрын

Perfect comparison! Perfect match!

@babelD

11 ай бұрын

Makes me cry every time I hear this song.

@ulrap1202

9 ай бұрын

I saw in an interview he said his biggest vocal influences are Carl Wilson, and as you said, Karen Carpenter. 🎶

Christopher Cross has such a way with lyrics. "The canvas can do miracles, just you wait and see. Believe me." Stunning songwriting.

@ArizonaRedTV

4 жыл бұрын

Matt S I always thought it was, “The Can-Do’s can do miracles. Just you wait and see!”.

@gregoryvanderpas4176

4 жыл бұрын

Its "the canvas can do miracles" but I always thought it meant the sails were made of canvas, but its the painter's canvas.

@marilynnjacobsen1077

4 жыл бұрын

Poetic, when music and song told a story so you could go there

@incrediblehollk

4 жыл бұрын

Half of this line is literally "...just you wait and see. Believe me." Not sure that really qualifies as 'a way with lyrics'

@matts6272

4 жыл бұрын

@@incrediblehollk That's what makes it good. And you have to put it in the context of the whole line. Lyrics, to me, don't have to be flowery or showy to be well written.

Mr. Cross is an underrated musical giant

@jessdeleon3726

3 жыл бұрын

His voice is so awesome and makes me feel calm after a day of turmoil.

@franksmith7419

3 жыл бұрын

No actually his arranger made him what he was.

@nomarosom2622

3 жыл бұрын

1981 Grammy Award for Best Arrangement, Instruments And Vocals Grammy Award for Song of the Year Grammy Award for Record of the Year

Man I actually teared up when I clicked this, haven’t heard this in decades… wow

I love this song. Christopher Cross is so under-appreciated.

@michellecalling

2 ай бұрын

Yes, he is.

This song takes me back to almost a decade ago. I was in therapy for depression to the point of suicidal ideation. My sessions were in downtown San Francisco, in the middle of a beautiful summer. I'd been forced to leave my career behind, so I suddenly had a lot of free time for the first time in my life. I had nowhere to be, and no one was going to miss me. So, I started wandering the city. A neighborhood here, a landmark there, mile after mile. Over the years, I ended up covering over 2/3rds of the city on foot. When I walked along the piers one afternoon, this song came on my playlist. I just sat down on one of the benches and watched the sailboats come and go, and felt the warmth of the summer sun. This song helped me get out of my head, slow down, and focus on the moment. And to this day, hearing it takes me back to that summer afternoon near the water.

@christopheryasus3666

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that real human content. Depression is a daily battle even before I have a reason why I'm feeling bad. Some days I can talk to myself in my head & figure out that the sadness or the non production can be broken if I'm willing to fight. But the thing is sometimes I dont have that "choice" type moment. Thanks 4 the post. Was real.

@Military450Veteran

4 жыл бұрын

💩 💩 💩 💩 #sanfrancisco LOOKS just like a 💩 - Hole NOW, IT SUCKS! I have NO * bleeping * IDEA WHY ANYONE would WANT To Continue LIVING IN That NASTY 💩 - Hole/ 🐀 - Filled streets IN S.F. And #LA (YUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUCK)! 👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎

@JoePastorgomez

4 жыл бұрын

Military Veteran Get Counseling Brother

@AI-mg3hy

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing that. One of the things I like most about reaction videos is seeing how different people have connected with music. I like seeing where music fits into people's lives, what memories and feelings it triggers. And I'm happy you are still here friend.

@AJ-qt9xy

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you’re well. I love this song too.

This song cleaned up at the Grammys the year you were born.

@toolman8269

4 жыл бұрын

Yes!! He was the first artist in Grammy history to sweep the four major categories in one night (ceremony): Album of the Year, Song of the Year, Record of the Year, and Best New Artist. A feat not equaled since by any artist until just recently at the 2020 Grammys when Billie Eilish swept the top four...40 years later! There's still something that's gone unmatched by Christopher Cross: Receiving FIVE Grammys in one night!! In addition the top four listed above, he also got that night the award for Best Arrangement for "Sailing".

@WildnUnruly

4 жыл бұрын

Yes! When CC ruled the Earth. Love him!

@shack8110

4 жыл бұрын

@@toolman8269 I don't know anything about Bill Eilish. Is he better than Chris Cross?

@oldsoldier4u814

4 жыл бұрын

It also pissed off a lot of people because that was the same year Pink Floyd put out "The Wall" and they thought it should have won at least one of the awards, but nope!

@joeday4293

4 жыл бұрын

@@shack8110 LOL, "he" is a teenage girl, and no. 😆

We need music like this to come back more than ever.

@TomTimeTraveler

3 жыл бұрын

That is an understatement. All we have today are a bunch of no-talent screamers who pass that off as "talent." Sad.

@Bipbop66

3 жыл бұрын

The great thing about that was there was room for such a great song like Sailing with all the other great songs in all the many varied genres of great music....we were so spoiled.....I was a closet Christopher Cross fan and at the same time a new Romantic/New wave and punk music fan back in the day......great chick song I may add...CC had the goods fer sure!

@econogate

Жыл бұрын

It's coming, we're gonna do it this year.

@ericcowsill7821

Жыл бұрын

Big time

Wow, those times when the human voice was part of the instrumentation. Beautiful.

That summer that this came out, you couldn’t go 10 minutes before hearing someone playing it again. It was on rotation that whole summer..

@Easy_Skanking

4 жыл бұрын

But it never got old. It just managed to nicely capture a moment in time.

@chriscollesano8463

4 жыл бұрын

Easy Skanking it definitely brings back strong memories.

@Easy_Skanking

4 жыл бұрын

@@chriscollesano8463 For me as well.

@jodyk4909

4 жыл бұрын

They played it so often because we just couldn't get enough. :-) And those were the days of great music variety!

@gunsmoke6230

4 жыл бұрын

I was 10 in 79’ and remember that awesome summer in Richmond, TX hearing Sailing on the radio....

Well now you have to do Arthur’s theme because When you get caught between the the moon and New York City......Academy award winning song

This reminds me of my father who died tragically in 1994 when I was only 17. He loved to sail it was his greatest passion, and I think of him sailing away free forever. Thank you for sharing this song it is very special to so many.

@Treebard

2 жыл бұрын

So sorry for your loss. My dad loved sailing in his youth, too. In fact, he and his brother built a boat that they sailed on Lake Erie! A storm came up and the Coast Guard had to rescue them lol. I bet your dad and mine are sailing away right now and having a great time in heaven!!! 💝⛵🌹

@jennykvox

Жыл бұрын

I’m so sorry. I hope peace and comfort have found you. ❤️

After all these years, this song still gives me goosebumps.

Little River Band - "Lady" "Reminiscing" "Take It Easy on Me"

@ironwolfgaming9632

4 жыл бұрын

Can't forget Cool Change.

@Dougwarren69

4 жыл бұрын

Great picks🤘

@marcoaguilar2394

4 жыл бұрын

"It's a Long Way There", and "The Light of Day", and "Happy Anniversary" are some really great songs from "The Little River Band".

@tedharvick9010

4 жыл бұрын

Oh yes, I'd forgotten about Take it Easy on Me.

@KJ80s

4 жыл бұрын

And the Night Owls, my favorite LRB song. Would love to see him react to that.

This is actually one of my top ten favorite songs of all time.

@miriammorgado5228

2 жыл бұрын

Same!

@dudex2450

2 жыл бұрын

Easily one of mine too, always has been since I first heard it.

@Kim-dm4yb

2 ай бұрын

❤❤❤

I was 13, sitting in the sun in my Aunt's backyard at the pool, no worries at that time, I miss it.

This is my favorite Christopher Cross song...It’s lyrics are so calming. It’s almost like an old school ASMR tune.

I've told my wife when it's time for me to leave this world, that I want this song to be played at my funeral. One of my favourite songs of all time.

@gdfggggg

4 жыл бұрын

samoanquarterback it’s beautiful my friend.

@dgheaa7535

3 жыл бұрын

Just lost my dad 2 days ago I played this many times that day for no matter the situation when I played it he would crack a little smile and tap his hand Rip MR Valentine Greatest father and human I’ll ever know thank you for all the good times and love

@elidagarza8110

3 жыл бұрын

Omg !! I said the same to my kids !!!

@dudex2450

3 жыл бұрын

I feel the same, it makes me want to sail away to Heaven right now.

@BenjaminWasHere

2 жыл бұрын

Wow.

I feel so sorry for anyone who did NOT grow up while all this magic was going on... Music has never been the same and can never be duplicated.

Incredibly, Cross said a few yrs back that Sailing wasn’t originally intended as a single. That just baffles the mind because not only is it elegant & instantly likable but also absolute perfection.

No autotune for Mr. Cross. Absolutely magical song that transcends the world it was made in.

"And if the wind is right you can sail away And find tranquility" The meld of instruments and vocals is magical 🎵🎶💖💖🎶🎵

@shack8110

4 жыл бұрын

Grammies for song, record and arrangement of the year 1980. This song is gorgeous.

@donquihote6023

4 жыл бұрын

Off topic. I have been searching for a friend of One Wheel and Brucie Bum Chuckles. Would you be that DAP? Signed, The CITGO kid!

@frankledford8096

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Doll listen one more time ...if the wind is right you can find a joint........and yes your right also.... But he dose say you can find a joint....lol

@DebAGP

4 жыл бұрын

@@donquihote6023 nope

@donquihote6023

4 жыл бұрын

@@DebAGP Okay thanks! Will keep looking! Keep Jsmin and keep smiling!

A song for all dreamers. I used to work on an assembly line. When this song came on my earphones, I would go sailing in my mind.

There is such a nostalgic quality to this beautiful song. I've always loved it, but today it's bringing me to tears. Oh, how I long to sail back to better days.

@EDH1712

3 жыл бұрын

I just posted the same thing before scrolling and seeing your comment. Just hearing the first few seconds I get teary eyed.

@s.o.7568

3 жыл бұрын

I feel you Amy. I used to live in Perth, Western Australia, and I always listened to this song, looking at the horizon, feeling free. This song always makes me cry now, longing for my canvas, my sun, the freedom I had in Australia.

Song gives me chills every time I hear it.

Christopher Cross actually shouted you out on Twitter Jamel!!! He saw your Rid Like The Wind reaction video!!

@DJCspin8

4 жыл бұрын

Wow that’s cool! 🙂

@coreyoz

4 жыл бұрын

Wooooooow

@pixelbot2000

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I retweeted and told him Jamel did Sailing today.

@andyscott5277

4 жыл бұрын

Nice!🤯

@jodyk4909

4 жыл бұрын

Christopher also subscribed to this channel! How awesome!!!

This tune makes me feel like I AM SAILING. A masterpiece.

@bjmcmahon722

3 жыл бұрын

Me too

@davisholman8149

3 жыл бұрын

I listened to that album & that song specifically with my Bose earphones - I relaxed so much, my water broke & three hours later, gave birth to my first child. July 8, 1980👶🏼

@TJ-id6ee

2 жыл бұрын

@@davisholman8149 Wow, that's amazing!

@kevinski1966

2 жыл бұрын

this song is one of my absolute favourite songs... this album has perfect arrangements

@shannonwaipouri1730

Жыл бұрын

Never been sailing but I could honestly picture myself sailing when listening to this as usuall love from New Zealand

Christopher Cross actually came to my elementary school and he played this song just for me I swear to it and the Lord above.

One of the most absolutely beautiful songs ever made. His voice and the music are amazing! To me this is Christopher Cross's masterpiece. Love, love, love it!! ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

@stevetaylor2986

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed! 🙂

This was one of my moms favorite songs and we played it at her funeral. It took me a long time to be able to listen to it again, but every time I do; I think of her. Thank you for giving me back some memories, by this song popping up!!! Truly. 💜🤍

@Dee-gk6zg

4 жыл бұрын

Danielle Nicole ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@Kim-dm4yb

2 ай бұрын

💖💖💖

"Easy Listening", "Adult Contemporary", "Yacht Rock" - this song is the ultimate of all three. I want to go to the beach.

I love listening to this song cuz I can actually smell the sea and feel the Cool Breeze!

Into everything from Michael McDonald, Led Zeppelin, Steely Dan… been listening to them for years. Just watched your video with you meeting Christopher Cross, searched cross reviews by you, and after this song I’m now a fan, because you introduced them to me. Thank you for keeping great music alive my brother.

The song is an absolute masterpiece it has a dreamy feeling about it this song will take anxieties away thankyou for the review and thankyou Christopher Cross.

@tinag8341

4 жыл бұрын

Dreamy is a great description!

@isftish

4 жыл бұрын

this song is an absolute modern day classic. brilliantly written, arranged, and masterfully performed.

okay, I'm going to give a clue to my age here: This song was VERY popular for couple-skating. no tricks, no stunts, just arms around each other and lazily going around the rink.

@1stltwife

4 жыл бұрын

I was probably right behind you. We gave up the ABC Friday night lineup. The Brady bunch, Partridge Family, Room 222, The Odd Couple, Love American Style!

@thegingergyrl455

4 жыл бұрын

Excellent skate song.

@sueormsby4797

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Such an innocent peaceful time.

@sueormsby4797

3 жыл бұрын

@@1stltwife I hadn't thought of room 222 in a longtime. Those were the shows to watch.

I shed a tear everytime i hear this song. I literally have to stop it before i erupt in full blown tears ive never experienced the feeling of peace and serenity from any song ever this is the one

This was one of the best chill out songs for me as a kid. It was everywhere for awhile, thank goodness. I can’t swim either, Jamel.

Arthur’s theme (the best you can do) is another good song by him

This was my mother's favorite song, ever. I listen to it to this day almost like it's a religious experience.

It's one of those songs that brings me back to being a kid. Hits the heart really hard but in a good way. Miss you dad.

His debut, self-titled album was one of the first to be digitally recorded, and ended up winning 5 Grammys. That’s incredible for a debut album.

ELO - Strange Magic, Turn to Stone, Don't Bring Me Down.

@gregsteele806

4 жыл бұрын

All great choices, but Fire on High is my jam!

@ironwolfgaming9632

4 жыл бұрын

Eddie Grant - Electric Avenue.

@tbonejones354

4 жыл бұрын

Check out Jeff Lynn's acoustic version of telephone line.. 2012.. amazing

@shelter9236

4 жыл бұрын

Twilight is my fav but totally LOVE everything ELO!

@otisdylan9532

4 жыл бұрын

Evil Woman, Livin' Thing, Sweet Talkin' Woman

Aaaaah the soft sounds of Yacht Rock! Another huge song for him was "Arthur's Theme (Best that you can do)" from the movie Authur staring Dudly Moore and Liza Minnelli. The movie was very good. It also won an Oscar for best original song and went to #1 On Billboard hot 100.

@veloraloves

4 жыл бұрын

I miss channel 101 before the days of you tube

@atomicpunk520

4 жыл бұрын

Yes a great movie with a really great song for that movie .

@jdog6620

4 жыл бұрын

Hhahahaa!!! Yacht Rock. I downloaded that on iTunes 2 months ago and it's GREAT.

@breakfastclub75

4 жыл бұрын

E. James Shepard I just suggested that too! I rewatched the movie a few weeks ago, it’s one of my favorites.

@MarcosElMalo2

3 жыл бұрын

@@jdog6620 Yacht Rock HD is so wrong it’s right. 😂 It’s right here on KZread.

Most beautiful song ever! I close my eyes & I’m in a boat on the ocean...

This song was Christopher Cross's first No.1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the summer of 1980. It was the second of 4 top 40 hits from his self-titled debut album. What a debut it was!!!

"Cool Change" by The Little River Band is another gorgeous song about the sea. Please do it for us ocean lovers. And Jamel, learn to float so next time you go to Hawaii you can relax & feel the ocean gently rock you. It's wonderful!💙

@frankledford8096

4 жыл бұрын

I seen little river band in Panama City Beach FLA. Was so awesome..

@markspin4596

4 жыл бұрын

He needs to respond to some of their music...

@redSectorA

4 жыл бұрын

Glenn Shorrock or John Farnham?

@markspin4596

4 жыл бұрын

@@redSectorA Hard one to choose really..

@redSectorA

4 жыл бұрын

Mark Spin I think Glenn Mike he's my favorite overall but I really love John performance in the 1983 live performance from Melbourne. Some people think the over-sang etc. I would love to see Jamal react to that!

I’ve seen him in concert 13 times. He’s my all time favorite singer , he’s written the soundtrack of my life. His music has gotten me through some good & bad times.

@ricthornton2958

3 жыл бұрын

I'm right there with you . . I love this man's work. I've seen him live a couple of times in the past 5-6 years and he's as good as ever. He has been so overlooked by the general public as a wonderfully talented songwriter, lyricist, musician and vocalist. "Back of My Mind" and "Walking in Avalon" are absolutely beautiful songs and very few know about them . . which is a shame.

@sld1116

3 жыл бұрын

I hope he will eventually be able to get back to performing. The closest he got to where I live was about 2 1/2 hours from me and I couldn’t find anyone to go with me.

@sprint6000

3 жыл бұрын

Aw, that's a beautiful thing to say about this extraordinary talent ❤🤗

@cristinaharger5775

2 жыл бұрын

What a Lucky guy you are dude, I envy you here from Brasil, keep sailing, kisses from Brasil 💚💛💚💛

Get well soon Mr. Cross, 1 of the greatest voices in music history and a true legend

Hi Jamel, you are such a respectfull and positive man. Love to watch you and this channel. Brings back a lot of memories. This world needs more beautiful music and people like you.

"The canvas can do miracles - Just you wait and see - Believe me -

This song literally makes me feel as if I've never ever had a care or fear in the world. Wonderful bliss.

Met him in the 80s... Such a wonderful man. And he talked with me about 5 min. So gracious. And hilarious !

It's the last day of my life. I'm sitting on my porch in my cottage, with a cup of tea in my hand, in my rocking chair with my wife by my side. I'm overlooking the lake; calm, serene, not a ripple in the water. The sun is setting in the sky, a beautiful array of oranges and yellows, with this song playing in the background. If I died that night, I would be a very happy man.

Crosby, Stills and Nash: Southern Cross.

@matts6272

4 жыл бұрын

I will second that. Such amazing lyrics!!

@gregsteele806

4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely.

@chrisscully1817

4 жыл бұрын

Excellent song!!!

@timothycook2917

4 жыл бұрын

Literally "yacht rock" 😏

@MrHhmking

4 жыл бұрын

100% guaranteed !!

Another great song by Christopher Cross is Arthur’s Theme. Do that one too please.

@whiterabbit75

4 жыл бұрын

Seconded. I'd like to see him do this one.

@chadfarr6263

4 жыл бұрын

...make that three.

@Jaysun1

4 жыл бұрын

Great Movie! Arthur is a classic and then they made that garbage remake in 2011 with Russell Brand.

@christinevergona4524

4 жыл бұрын

Derek/Rabbit/Chad - I’m in. Make that four. 1981 Arthur one of the best movies ever. 😈🌹😈

@donpaxton8381

4 жыл бұрын

Derek Whitworth how about making it five

I get so nostalgic when I hear this song. The atmosphere of the 80s coms back to me. The carefree time of my youth. Makes me want to get teary eyed.

Christopher Cross ...your voice.....your music......Fantastic!! Unforgettable! Greetings from URUGUAY!

This takes me back to my teenage years when I used rock out to both Sailing and Ride Like The Wind.

@tomh5006

3 жыл бұрын

ROLLER SKATING with my childhood girlfriend.

@Melodylynn69

3 жыл бұрын

me too! This is still my happy place song.

*Christopher Cross Tests Positive For COVID-19* 😥 He's having some issues from it ... let's hope he gets better ...MUCH LOVE ~ 😈🔺🦋

My favorite song of all time. Also happened to sail with my Father for the first time the year this song came out. Brings tears to my eyes now that my Father is gone; good tears.

I still get teary eyed sometimes when I hear this song! The genre is called "YACHT ROCK"!!!

This was the first time in my life that I can remember an "Adult Contemporary" soft rock tune just absolutely DOMINATING the airwaves for weeks on end. This was well before MTV when you didn't have to be pretty to sell records, and Cross straight cleaned UP.

@brianrocks2087

3 жыл бұрын

This song was a worldwide hit and it's amazing that such a deep song has been so successful when people just want to hear bubblegum dance crap.

One of the most "visual" songs ever. I can just see myself sailing across one of our local lakes.

In the words of Steve Wright, Yacht Rock! I love it 🥰❤️His work is just beautiful. Timeless music

I’ve always loved this song. It makes me want to cry every time I hear it. Just beautiful.

Still gotta check out "Arthur's Theme" also by Christopher Cross

@BlaineStewart123

4 жыл бұрын

Yes. Great one! Really shows off his voice!

@TexasMagnolia

4 жыл бұрын

And see the Movie!

Please Jamel react to Bruce Hornsby and the Range "Mandolin Rain" If you Like Chris Cross, you LOVE Bruce

@jackie_jrml

4 жыл бұрын

Loooove Mandolin Rain!!!!

@stevetournay3731

4 жыл бұрын

Yes. And "The Way It Is" by him is interesting, sort of an updated "Skip A Rope"...

@CG-vn8iy

4 жыл бұрын

Bruce is another good rabbit hole to check out.

@davidleary4524

4 жыл бұрын

@@CG-vn8iy Sure is. I've been a fan since his debut album but there's so much more than those early hits. He's still putting out great music and his live shows are always amazing.

@angiehh516

4 жыл бұрын

Love that song

This amazing song, fave of all time, is about art thru expression.. He wrote it while sailing but that was just the basis. "The canvas can do miracles, just you wait and see" is my favorite lyric ever.

@Treebard

2 жыл бұрын

Omg, I never connected that line to painting! You're probably right! That is so cool!

This man and his lyrics and music...OMG! I would want this played at my funeral, along with Amazing Grace on bagpipes...Thank you so much for bringing this man's music back to be appreciated and loved! Nothing like this EVER!!! I can't float either, my brother. My Dad could float like a piece of drift wood. I sink like a rock! Thank ypu SO MUCH for posting this!!! Peace, and stay safe!!! Love you bro!

Ride like the wind is another great one

@oodlesloodles8930

4 жыл бұрын

He reacted to that recently

@WanderingWriter

4 жыл бұрын

that was from yesterday

@e.jamesshepard7183

4 жыл бұрын

Earlier today

@panchomadrigal4915

4 жыл бұрын

Arthur theme too

@aliciaencaderada1361

4 жыл бұрын

Like the Wind he blew through it already

Along the lines of Christopher Cross, please check out Van Morrison's "Into the Mystic"

@theplanetruth

4 жыл бұрын

When that fog horn blows....

@watsonroadster3707

4 жыл бұрын

I'd say TB Sheets however...That's probably a bit too weird for Jamel yet...

@audreyrivers4238

4 жыл бұрын

YESSS!!!💗

@chuckhughes4899

4 жыл бұрын

killer early live version of Into The Mystic kzread.info/dash/bejne/laSEtaSzd6jRnKg.html

@ebonywahine

4 жыл бұрын

@@watsonroadster3707 Ya think? The soulful vocals of the Irish poet? I think he'd dig it. It is a lot more than a simple song about boating. It has a real spiritual depth. ijs

Honestly I grew up on this music. Ive heard this song a million times. But Ive never felt like I did watching your face sell the song. I felt freedom, Freedom for you and me as a society. I was 'Lost, in "your lost" in the moments of this song. I feel you made it possible to feel the 'SAILING AWAY"! Not for the love of another person, but sailing for a Better world. One where we see no color, no religion as a superior. Just Peace! Love and faith. Doing these "first reaction" videos has never made me re-feel a song the way watching You find yourself "sailing away". Thank you for doing this one!! God Bless.

In the 70s and 80s, you had the "Light FM" channels on the Radio, and it was music like this that I always brought me back to these channels to listen to and chill out to! I loved Christopher Cross' music in the early 80s. Jimmy Kimmel is a big fan and has had him on his show a few times, and no wonder why, what's to not love about Christopher Cross and his music?

When lyrics and music sync perfectly it sounds like this.

*Christopher Cross - Arthur's Theme* ... Always MUCH LOVE ~ 😈🔺🦋 *BTW* Chris is only 6'1" 😉

This song brings me good memories of radio... going to school! So gentle so calm! Unique song

I was 16 years old when this song was released... wow!! This takes me WAY WAY back to a much better time!

I love that you appreciate artists from all different genres of music and time periods...without judgment, just pure appreciation and love. It keeps me coming back.

the bridge SOUNDS like a beautiful summers day on the ocean - you can FEEL it!

An absolutely timeless gem, his voice, the lyrics 🌟

I remember listening to this album while going on vacation the year it was released. My dad is a BIG Christopher Cross fan, and so am I! Every time I hear one of his songs, i think about my dad!

"Beautiful" is a perfect description of this timeless class act! Nice review

“Southern Cross” by Crosby, Stills and Nash

@kateruterbories2692

4 жыл бұрын

Yes!! That is a solid jam!!

@kroft6799

4 жыл бұрын

How about Wasted on the Way by them

@donpaxton8381

4 жыл бұрын

Rick Thompson southern cross is a great one

@crystalprice7858

4 жыл бұрын

I second that!

@wilburjunior9949

4 жыл бұрын

Anorher good one about sailing by CSN was 'The Lee Shore' from the 4 Way Street live album. Worth a listen if your not familiar with it.

I’ve had this song on my mind for days, it is beautiful 🥰

His voice is velvet ~ Love Christopher Cross

I think Christopher Cross is 6’1”. I heard he’s sick with covid-19. I hope he overcomes it at age 69. ✊🏻

@oodlesloodles8930

4 жыл бұрын

He did, but he said it's the sickest he's ever felt in his life

@ToddEWalnuts

4 жыл бұрын

Oodles Loodles that’s good news that he beat it. Thanks for letting me know.

@LadybugLuv

4 жыл бұрын

Oh no! I'm pray for fast recovery! This virus is a beast!

@abnnuzzinicholasclay686

4 жыл бұрын

@@LadybugLuv its just another virus

@kittylynnlpn

4 жыл бұрын

He gave Jamel AKA Jamal a shout out on Twitter regarding the reaction for Ride Like the Wind. He said it made him smile. That's awesome 👍 I pray he's better soon. I'd love to see him live

That piano break always sucks me back in time. Arthur's Theme next, then try out some Joe Jackson "steppin out" or "Breaking us in two"

@andrewsealey2236

4 жыл бұрын

Two other Joe Jacksons songs which still entrance me are 'A Slow Song' and 'Real Men'. Well worth the time to indulge in.

@rickyriggs1854

4 жыл бұрын

Love Joe Jackson.

@dana_brooke_27

4 жыл бұрын

Joe Jackson was great in the early 80's

@lednerg

4 жыл бұрын

That part was done by Cross's longtime friend Rob Meurer, who you see in the video. Sadly, Meurer was killed in a hit and run accident in LA a few years ago.

Christopher Cross....ALL of his music gives me chills!!! He had some of the BIGGEST hits in 70s..80s!! I got "All Right" stuck in my head and had to ride that Time Machine. I found you and subscribed. My family owned a Record Store for 15...20 years. MUSIC is ON me, IN me, AROUND me. Escaping and enjoying the memories of family members that have passed, no gun violence, social media, and people were in a much better mood and kinder to each other. Life was slower and less dramatic. Damn..I wish we could all go back...THANK YOU for keeping this music alive Jamel!

Anything by him is brilliant, you cannot go wrong with Christopher Cross!

Don't forget The Little River Band... It's a Long way there. Keep it up. CC is the groove man!

@swinde

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, do "It's a Long Way There" and MAKE SURE to do the LONG vrsion.

@justmeinidaho1445

4 жыл бұрын

Did Little River Band play take it easy on me if that's the case that's one of my most favorite songs. I love this channel so much it's bringing me way back. Thank you so much for your site Jamel

@brewswillis9783

4 жыл бұрын

@@justmeinidaho1445 yes, yes they did.

This isn't live. This is the studio recording. Hearing this reminds me of my deceased friend Tracy. He loved all of the 70s and 80s soft rock. Air Supply was another favorite of his.

@dsoutherland1747

4 жыл бұрын

Bless him. 🦋

@bethmerryfield7186

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, that was the early 80s thing, use the studio recording, then place the band on a stage for the video. I think it was so we could see them playing, and get a feel for who they were.

@thegingergyrl455

4 жыл бұрын

Air Supply! Yes! I’m sorry about your friend.

@Wizardofgosz

4 жыл бұрын

@@thegingergyrl455 thanks. :-)

@celt67

3 жыл бұрын

The backing track is recorded...along with the backing vocals.... the lead vocals however are LIVE, theres slight differences in the tracks and it's also about 5 - 10 % louder than a normal backing track would have been.

Sumptuous! This is one of songs you'd put on in the early 80s to see how good the sound quality was on the stereo system. The way the sound expands at the start of the song, the way you can hear every instrument, the clarity of the the sound. Just exquisite.

Truly a great, great song. I'm getting the goose bumps again as he takes me away.