Christopher Cross - Sailing -Acoustic Guitar Cover Fingerstyle

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Sailing is a song written and recorded by American artist Christopher Cross. It was released in June 1980 as the second single from his eponymous debut album. The song was a success in the USA, winning Grammy Awards for Record of the Year, Song of the Year, and Arrangement of the Year, and helping Cross win the Best New Artist award. VH1 named this the greatest "softsational soft rock" song of all time.
It was a number-one single on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States, reaching that position on August 30, 1980, for one week. Since its debut, it has been covered by many artists, including Avant, Barry Manilow, Greenskeepers, N'Sync, Phajja, Patrick Yandall, and the duo of Moya Brennan & Cormac de Barra. Recorded in 1979, the song was one of the first digitally recorded songs to chart, utilizing the 3M Digital Recording System. In his Grammy acceptance speech, Cross acknowledged "Sailing" as his favorite song on the album and that originally it was not meant to be a single. The song was later identified as an archetype of the genre that later became known as yacht rock; Cross and similar artists referred to the style as the West Coast sound at the time.

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[@jmgalbo1]

Just watched a video whereby Cross explained that the song lyrics were a metaphor for life, not a seafaring experience, he was a flash-in-the-pan genius from the great state of Texas.

[@midniteryder1953]

no genius is just a flash in the pan...it is a flash of genius and never to be seen again...

[@joalco3]

To be fair, rarely is a song or book or movie actually about the surface level details, usually it contains some deeper metaphor

[@jertexjertex7880]

Christopher Cross wasn’t a “flash in the pan” - from his bio - “His music has garnered five Grammys, an Oscar, a Golden Globe, an Emmy nomination and five Top 10 singles.” The guy is still active today at 72 yrs old

[@gw2031]

Watch Christopher on The Rick Beato show ,,he is a dude, it's a brilliant interview !!

[@dandandkl9048]

I don’t know who you are but I was in college when CC hit the charts! He’s still performing so don’t see your analogy of flash in the pan. That implies he is gone but he’s still making music. His music is classics, not like today’s nonsense but pretty sure you will relay to my analysis. I’m still listening to his music after 40+ years. You sound a 20 year old incapable of objective reasoning, thinking and kindness- sad what this generation is producing, so much hate.

[@MikeAldercreative]

Fingerstyle learning songs is twice the work. That's why i respect these guys!!!!

[@GuidoMancino]

thank you... ;)

[@scburdett]

Almost 99% of the people I know would trade their best hunting dog to be able to play like that! Whatever you and/or your parents payed for guitar lessons, we're reaping the benefits of it! Thanks for sharing and God bless you!

[@GuidoMancino]

Thank you scburdett... Thank you very muck :)

[@howardlovecraft750]

One of the greatest rock songs of all time.

[@GuidoMancino]

;)

[@danielmyers5897]

I have been playing for 25 yrs. that was beautiful. Love the song as did my late father. Great Great tone. Great arrangement played beautifully

[@jamesmetcalf74]

i dont know of a guitar player that is better than you man... the phrasing, the difficulty.. getting every single idea of this song down on an acoustic guitar. its genius

[@HrSamstag]

Wow, that‘s really beautiful! I love that one can hear the fingerpicking pattern continuously while the singers voice is also played full. That‘s a masterpiece!

[@GuidoMancino]

thank you very much!!

[@zhartsog666]

dude. best guitar cover of this tune ever. adding the root/bass makes it. freakin beautiful.

[@GuidoMancino]

thank you!

[@chiii222]

I come here for listening your beautiful sailing not only once but many times. Absolutely amazing!🎶

[@GuidoMancino]

thank you very much :)

[@user-nb6cu9rp1q]

best fingerstyle i've heard ❤️

[@jasonvegan5761]

Amazing, if I could play this I’d do it all day, every day

[@davidmgarner]

Dude! This is the best rendition of this song ever. 100% guaranteed that Christopher Cross would approve of this. Well done. The work that you put into learning this song is on full display. So well done! 🤘🏻

[@avaosborne8629]

Just thought you should know that we used this at my wedding as my bridesmaids walked down the aisle. You play it so beautifully! So thank you for sharing!!

[@GuidoMancino]

..this thing makes me happy !! Congratulations to the newlyweds for their happy marriage :))

[@HONORYOUROATH]

Guido Mancino my personal favorite guitarist in the world.

[@SonnyKavanagh]

This is incredibly beautiful, I adore this song it means so much to me you are Gifted thank you for sharing this😢♥️🎶🎶🎵🎼

[@bobareeniobobareenio2935]

Beautiful ! The power of ART!!!!!! Nothing can surpass it . . Evil can try but not succeed. . .

[@brew667]

When you can play like this lyrics aren't required; absolutely beautiful.

[@GuidoMancino]

Thank you....

[@MrMjp58]

So full of musical interest and harmonic detail/accuracy. I love your musicality.

[@jamestoops7228]

You are truly a master of the craft. Memorizing.

[@Dennybartlett]

I've heard this a million times. Beautiful song and excellent playing. Very inspirational. Thanks!

[@scottscott7586]

With the covid sickness and hard and long recovery of Chris Cross this song has again come to mind You have played an excellent version You should be so very proud of your playing!! It’s a great song!!

[@marcd8252]

2020 the year of the Corona invasion and your playing Guido still mellows storm that's right now been force upon all of us. Thank bro.

[@kathleencollins314]

I love Christopher Cross songs. Very nice playing.

[@GuidoMancino]

thanks ;)

[@davidloftus300]

Utter perfection, beautiful. full of emotion, captures the spirit of the original and brings it somewhere new. You also capture the shade of sadness that lies just underneath the surface of this song too.Breathtaking.

[@Lucia13719]

Meraviglioso viaggio, una dimensione da sogno! Grande brano, eccellente interpretazione grazie❣️

[@gregward1418]

There's a reason there are no thumbs down on this... I had to sign in just to like it. Bravo.... Absolutely terrific.

[@GuidoMancino]

thank you so much!

[@jednightingale91]

I always go back to this superb coverof yours... This cover of yours has been my study mate during my years as a student... Man, time flies fast....

[@ghostrender-]

Absolutely wonderful, beautiful harmony hormonics. Melody is so incredibly heartwarming

[@ricardojana4477]

Forever the best guitar in internet. Awesome, genius. Magnétic sound, pretty groove, and sweet flow. I like it absoluty. Wonderful. Congrat, dear Guido. So much professional your job. Fantastic really.

[@mumylindy]

I love this song .It is magic.

[@dannychristopher4674]

Beautiful I could listen to this all day

[@GuidoMancino]

;))

[@dannyd1572]

Christopher Cross! You should see this. Wow.

[@priestthatisabeast]

Literally brought a tear to my eye. Absolutely beautiful rendition!.

[@GuidoMancino]

thank you very much, James

[@JVR-lu4zd]

Have viewed multiple times. Simply amazing, super clean. Really enjoyed thank you...

[@alexjackson9927]

Che magia…meravigliosa! Bravissimo❤️

[@marcolandolfi844]

Spettacolare. Come sempre d’altronde.

[@TimTheMusicMan]

I want to listen to this every day when I leave this town and head for the mountains...

[@dx694life]

The best version I've ever heard. You truly are a very talented person. Keep up the awesome work👍👍

[@GuidoMancino]

thank you very much!!

[@quentinwebber8469]

Simply badass! Love your playing! Cheers!

[@bradnessjk]

Well i was going to try to learn this on my acoustic. I've decided to keep my job in pharmaceuticals and give up my dream of being a true musician. And just stick with what I know. 😮 That was great! Thank you.

[@dpvalentine]

Go for it. It’s 2023 and I just saw this. Anything is possible. This dude is flawless 💯

[@g2delena]

Beautiful song...with or w/out lyrics. Amazing playing.

[@loginusername7]

I don’t see how anyone in their right mind could ever thumb this down.? This is absolutely incredible. I watch a lot of guitar videos and this is one of the very best I’ve ever seen. Very nicely done good sir. Props on the guitar skills and thx for the upload!👍

[@TheHumbuckerboy]

This song makes my heart weep for joy and this is a superb version !

[@GuidoMancino]

thank you very much ;)

[@AtomicMosquito]

Che meraviglia! Grazie Guido.

[@SonnyKavanagh]

This is So beautiful 💜🎼🎶🎵🎵

[@shadidmack]

This is the song and video play when I want to relax, think, or meditate. I think God for your talent in playing this song sir! It's incredible!

[@GuidoMancino]

thank you!!

[@1989opprsvp]

All I can say is DAAAAAMN you played the hell out of this song!!!!!!!!! Excellent skills demonstrated!!!

[@Blanchefort2]

I am blown away.

[@swordsinging1709]

Man that's work... that paid off. Love it. Way to go!!!

[@bagsgroove21]

Beautiful... must feel good to belt that out! Well done! 🤘🤘

[@Joe-tl2sz]

Simply, fantastic...!

[@davidmgarner]

After watching this a few more times, you sooooo nailed this song!

[@petes9845]

That was beautiful! Nice job. Such a great song that never feels dated.

[@GuidoMancino]

Thank you..

[@quickdeuce]

Bravo! Lovely song played so wonderfully. Thank you Guido.

[@mikeadams2677]

I've always liked this song. It definitely paints a beautiful picture in your mind

[@GuidoMancino]

Thank you

[@mauriziomascagna]

Spettacolare,da brividi!!! Complimenti!!

[@GuidoMancino]

Grazie!!

[@TheJoshSchneider]

Awesome job ! Beautiful ! Perfect and pleasing!!!

[@GuidoMancino]

thank you so much!

[@pedropablosecofernandez5390]

Que hermosura de tema y bella interpretación en guitarra acústica!!..felicitaciones y gracias por esta belleza sonora...

[@marcd8252]

Beautiful Guido Mancino that was so perfect, i could hear the tapping of the snare as you played. Thank you brother for sharing.....

[@GuidoMancino]

+Marc D ....hello Marc...thanks friend!

[@vincenzospada8142]

Note appropriate e in sintonia con toni e musicalità ben appropriati. Questo gran bravo e intelligente musicista meriterebbe molto di più.

[@cindybright7772]

beautiful. takes me to another world

[@GuidoMancino]

Thank you cindy..

[@gmentertainmenttv9312]

2:35 *is just pure class!*

[@GuidoMancino]

grazie!!

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[@raisin39]

Thanks Guido I'm listening to all these songs you play.

[@GuidoMancino]

You are welcome

[@dominiquebeaudet6590]

Bonsoir . Belle interprétation et beau son de guitare . Bravo et Merci C Cross quand même

[@guillaumezakk4888]

Sublime, merci pour nos oreilles et les émotions qui vont avec . Longue vie !

[@GuidoMancino]

+guillaume zakk ...merci ami!

[@reginaldhalstead6186]

Simply marvelous.

[@mikecamden5008]

Best sailing acoustic play on KZbin. Awesome job. I'm learning it now. I'll have to watch the video 1000 times to learn it but I'll get it lol. Great job man

[@GuidoMancino]

Thanks Mike....will not be difficult.

[@divinedestinyinternational3796]

My favorite song! and i absolutely love the you play it

[@merczedes]

It sounds so well I can see the horizon line glittering in the sunset over the sea. It is a peaceful picture :)

[@swordsinging1709]

What a beautiful and inspiring arrangement. Clean punchy fantastic!

[@GuidoMancino]

thank you :)

[@alexdelara9858]

Y'all wondering about the tuning..... just check his link for the tab, at least you can see the tuning directions and key check Guido's tab website, you can see the time signature and tuning direction: 1- Eb 2- Bb 3- G 4 - Eb 5 - Bb 6 - Eb

[@cameronestes4416]

This is so good man

[@johnlyleborbonga737]

Very relaxing and calming way to listen to your talent!!!

[@GuidoMancino]

Thank you very much!!!

[@Tubedog8]

Beautiful!

[@alagogo]

a diamond performance a true treasure ! bravo

[@GuidoMancino]

..thank you!

[@chuckjohnson402]

You are quite welcome ! I wish I could play half as good as you ! You are TRUELY GIFTED !! I could listen to you 24/7! No joke! Thank you for sharing your gift, I for one appreciate it! Keep them coming!

[@GuidoMancino]

thanks Charles!!!

[@MrHarmonicaGuitar]

Mr Mancino, what a wonderful sound. Thanks for sharing!

[@GuidoMancino]

you are welcome!

[@gmentertainmenttv9312]

1:33 to 1:45 was heavenly 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 listened to it over and over again!

[@GuidoMancino]

:))

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[@dariovolpones1188]

Spettacolare!

[@bobsofficial4945]

Love hearing that song in open D tuning- sounds so peaceful!

[@celebrityelisebeauty]

so beautiful 😍 i'm speechless.

[@GuidoMancino]

...thank you very much!

[@martycoomber7897]

You did an amazing job on that song..it blew me away!!

[@GuidoMancino]

thank you!!

[@TheDannywee]

Beautiful song, beautifully played!

[@riccardogagliano9260]

Che classe e maestria!

[@heathweber1028]

Gorgeous arrangement. I enjoyed this very much.

[@GuidoMancino]

..thank you.

[@edkawalec3360]

Beautiful arrangement, love it!

[@GuidoMancino]

thank you

[@srm8866]

*As this video plays, my guitar gently weeps with envy!*

[@GuidoMancino]

:)

[@acphtog1k-9eod79]

Wwoooaahhhh perfect!!!

[@Jydin]

This is a superb arrangement. I absolutely love it; plan on learning this exact one. Thank you for putting it out there for all to see.

[@GuidoMancino]

...thanks to you David !!

Jesus bless!! thank you for comes and make the moment!

[@GuidoMancino]

you are welcome! :)

[@MartinJG100]

Guido. Excellent. Deserves 2 thumbs up but one is all they allow.

[@GuidoMancino]

thank you :)

[@bradlucid]

This is amazing! I really enjoyed listening :)

[@GuidoMancino]

thank you!

[@rayleerod]

Beautiful playing and great sound from your guitar. I love it!

[@GuidoMancino]

thank you!

[@RaymondPoston]

Fabulous. Just what I was looking for. Thank you very much.

[@GuidoMancino]

thank you

[@bagsgroove21]

Fantastic job!

[@dtmilla]

Fantastic. Talent right there

[@GuidoMancino]

thank you so much

[@naharidavid]

A very skillful self accompaniment of a classic tune. Nice work!

[@GuidoMancino]

thank you!!

[@VinceMGuitar]

Wow this is awesome!! Dead on arrangement and brilliantly executed. Love it. What great work Guido!!

[@GuidoMancino]

Thank you :)

[@LadyB0535]

Amazing and I enjoying watching your videos.