Christopher Cross - Sailing | REACTION

Smooth, Calming, Relaxing

[@NorCalPhil]

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

[@willritter4076]

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]

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]

He absolutely crushed the Grammys that year.

[@firstladyntrng1170]

He deserved everyone of them🙏

[@barbarahallowell2613]

Hella yeah that! 1980

[@phantomcollector1976]

THE SONG IS AN ABSOLUTE MASTERPIECE

[@jessdeleon3726]

I love him so very much

[@ZobethC]

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

[@adamturner8732]

Ya it really is

[@MrFloydChannelings]

Yep!

[@ricthornton2958]

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

[@edwarddell4568]

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

[@r.j.w7924]

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

[@moniqueautreux6980]

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]

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

[@jorgepinto2085]

LOL!!!

[@shotgunblast28]

Yes he could 😆😎

[@tdz69]

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]

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

[@TheRozberry]

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!!!

[@m33p0]

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

[@itzanopinion]

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

[@m33p0]

@@itzanopinion milli vanilli

[@xoxxobob61]

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

[@jimperry4108]

REO Speedwagon were the same way.

[@chrisrj9871]

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

[@keisablack8560]

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]

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]

@@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]

@@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]

@@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]

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.

[@shotgunblast28]

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

[@gdefaveri]

that’s so spot on

[@heidichristensen7919]

Yes! I’m sitting here sobbing.

[@pg1171]

Perfect comparison! Perfect match!

[@babelD]

Makes me cry every time I hear this song.

[@ulrap1202]

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

[@pkool79]

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

[@TomTimeTraveler]

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

[@Bipbop66]

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]

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

[@ericcowsill7821]

Big time

[@dorathocker4575]

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

[@Maddie-5]

I 100% agree!😏

[@tepolzin603]

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

[@mcdo724]

Pure

[@mcdo724]

No auto tuned

[@denniswilliams4874]

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

[@toolman8269]

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".

[@shack8110]

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

[@oldsoldier4u814]

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]

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

[@toolman8269]

@@shack8110 : No. Definitely not.

[@HunterBidenCocaineBag]

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

[@michellecalling]

Yes, he is.

[@ashurmom2969]

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

[@matts6272]

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

[@ArizonaRedTV]

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

[@gregoryvanderpas4176]

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]

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

[@incrediblehollk]

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

[@matts6272]

@@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.

[@kellybrincks]

Mr. Cross is an underrated musical giant

[@jessdeleon3726]

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

[@franksmith7419]

No actually his arranger made him what he was.

[@nomarosom2622]

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

[@carriekay5987]

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

[@JennasMusic76]

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]

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]

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

[@MLeibs]

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

[@bjmcmahon722]

Me too

[@davisholman8149]

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]

@@davisholman8149 Wow, that's amazing!

[@kevinski1966]

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

[@shannonwaipouri1730]

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

[@samoanquarterback]

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]

samoanquarterback it’s beautiful my friend.

[@dgheaa7535]

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]

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

[@dudex2450]

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

[@BenjaminWasHere]

Wow.

[@coolcat6303]

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.

[@jasonlassiter9229]

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

[@Polymathically]

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]

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]

💩 💩 💩 💩 #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]

Military Veteran Get Counseling Brother

[@AI-mg3hy]

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]

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

[@jayzgvr5834]

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

[@DJCspin8]

Wow that’s cool! 🙂

[@coreyoz]

Wooooooow

[@pixelbot2000]

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

[@andyscott5277]

Nice!🤯

[@jodyk4909]

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

[@odinspromise]

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

[@amyomara8893]

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]

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]

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.

[@LA-fz5qw]

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

[@warrtiger9780]

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

[@ironwolfgaming9632]

Can't forget Cool Change.

[@Dougwarren69]

Great picks🤘

[@marcoaguilar2394]

"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]

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

[@KJ80s]

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

[@Anna-ql9gl]

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

[@revokdaryl1]

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

[@chrisklecker]

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

[@miriammorgado5228]

Same!

[@dudex2450]

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

[@Kim-dm4yb]

❤❤❤

[@chriscollesano8463]

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]

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

[@chriscollesano8463]

Easy Skanking it definitely brings back strong memories.

[@Easy_Skanking]

@@chriscollesano8463 For me as well.

[@jodyk4909]

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

[@gunsmoke6230]

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

[@johnhaas9984]

Song gives me chills every time I hear it.

[@danleurini6217]

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.

[@Momspennies2]

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.

[@aleciasnowfall202]

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]

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]

Excellent skate song.

[@sueormsby4797]

Absolutely. Such an innocent peaceful time.

[@sueormsby4797]

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

[@denicewilliams9907]

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]

Agreed! 🙂

[@janetwhite3373]

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

[@DebAGP]

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

[@shack8110]

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

[@donquihote6023]

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]

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]

@@donquihote6023 nope

[@donquihote6023]

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

[@vaportrails7943]

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

[@thegingergyrl455]

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.

[@PamelaThomas-mm2pz]

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

[@ArizonaRedTV]

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

[@whiterabbit75]

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

[@chadfarr6263]

...make that three.

[@Jaysun1]

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

[@christinevergona4524]

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

[@donpaxton8381]

Derek Whitworth how about making it five

[@cygnusx-3217]

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

[@gregsteele806]

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

[@ironwolfgaming9632]

Eddie Grant - Electric Avenue.

[@tbonejones354]

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

[@shelter9236]

Twilight is my fav but totally LOVE everything ELO!

[@otisdylan9532]

Evil Woman, Livin' Thing, Sweet Talkin' Woman

[@DonMon69]

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.

[@Seven9ine]

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

[@daniellandry8786]

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]

Dreamy is a great description!

[@isftish]

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

[@deborahcornell171]

"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]

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

[@markspin4596]

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

[@redSectorA]

Glenn Shorrock or John Farnham?

[@markspin4596]

@@redSectorA Hard one to choose really..

[@redSectorA]

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!

[@Eric4471066]

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!!!

[@scorch33]

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.

[@daniellenicole318]

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]

Danielle Nicole ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@Kim-dm4yb]

💖💖💖

[@davegoodridge8352]

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.

[@arcadia5607]

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.

[@haroldoday4635]

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

[@dpavlina13]

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

[@troysaylors8884]

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

[@davidfryer9359]

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

[@daletherevenge8]

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]

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

[@Blue-qr7qe]

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

[@mikesmith-pj7xz]

Crosby, Stills and Nash: Southern Cross.

[@matts6272]

I will second that. Such amazing lyrics!!

[@gregsteele806]

Absolutely.

[@chrisscully1817]

Excellent song!!!

[@timothycook2917]

Literally "yacht rock" 😏

[@MrHhmking]

100% guaranteed !!

[@arrow5deb]

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

[@EDH1712]

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.

[@e.jamesshepard7183]

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]

I miss channel 101 before the days of you tube

[@atomicpunk520]

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

[@jdog6620]

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

[@breakfastclub75]

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

[@MarcosElMalo2]

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

[@evilclowntra]

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

[@JenX_1973]

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!

[@pg1171]

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!

[@michaeljohnson9696]

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]

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]

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]

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

[@cristinaharger5775]

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

[@lorenabautista2242]

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

[@heardjenniefromtheblock]

My childhood friend, and fellow deputy and later detectives together, listed this song as his all time favorite. He was healthy, worked out, had custody of his two beautiful child (their mother abandoned them). He was an all around great guy! at 44 he was found out he had cancer. He completed treatments and underwent surgery and was to complete more treatments until his last scan where he lit up like a Christmas tree. He refused all pain meds and kept most of this sadness to himself (and me...God I love him) and while both of his children (1 just an adult and the other in high school) were out of the house and his current wife in the shower he went outside with his retired service weapon and mercifully died. this song, of course, was his favorite and played through out his celebration of life. I miss him everyday and it's been 5 years since he's been gone and I see him in every place we ever were together and in this song. Thanks for the great memory!

[@GeorgeBratcherIII]

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?

[@pinkfire2344]

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

[@AdrianDeVore]

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

[@tomh5006]

ROLLER SKATING with my childhood girlfriend.

[@Melodylynn69]

me too! This is still my happy place song.

[@Salsadans123]

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.

[@TacomaPaul]

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

[@jcw91371]

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]

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.

[@ToddEWalnuts]

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

[@oodlesloodles8930]

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

[@ToddEWalnuts]

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

[@LadybugLuv]

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

[@abnnuzzinicholasclay686]

@@LadybugLuv its just another virus

[@kittylynnlpn]

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

[@jacqueline4514]

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.

[@earlzach]

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.

[@lanstonmcqueen9688]

Ride like the wind is another great one

[@oodlesloodles8930]

He reacted to that recently

[@WanderingWriter]

that was from yesterday

[@e.jamesshepard7183]

Earlier today

[@panchomadrigal4915]

Arthur theme too

[@aliciaencaderada1361]

Like the Wind he blew through it already

[@acmorse8922]

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

[@jackie_jrml]

Loooove Mandolin Rain!!!!

[@stevetournay3731]

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

[@CG-vn8iy]

Bruce is another good rabbit hole to check out.

[@davidleary4524]

@@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]

Love that song

[@derekabdullah7618]

Christopher Cross he made the greatest love songs of all time every time I hear this song I break down and cry cuz I'm still mourning my mother's death after 27 years it still hurts sounds like this going to live on forever after all of us are dead and gone it like taking a trip back down memory Lane back to 1980s

[@colindowd9756]

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

[@efreshwater5]

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

[@theplanetruth]

When that fog horn blows....

[@watsonroadster3707]

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

[@audreyrivers4238]

YESSS!!!💗

[@chuckhughes4899]

killer early live version of Into The Mystic kzbin.info/www/bejne/maGzhHWwfKqeoqc

[@ebonywahine]

@@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

[@ponchoman49]

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

[@truenorth2977]

Thanks for reviewing this song - I've only sailed a few times, but this song takes me right out over the waves, into bright sunlight, blue sky, sparkly ocean. I can't describe it, but this song does -❤💕edit: best sound in the world - raising the mainsail while the wind catches...

[@alexisdykes5634]

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!

[@evilclowntra]

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

[@billgee02]

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

[@jefffournier9986]

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

[@TheChefLady4JC]

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

[@B2BRestaurantReviews]

When lyrics and music sync perfectly it sounds like this.

[@jonathanbristow3208]

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

[@swinde]

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

[@justmeinidaho1445]

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]

@@justmeinidaho1445 yes, yes they did.

[@markwestaway7207]

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.

[@reneekasperbauer3876]

An absolutely timeless gem, his voice, the lyrics 🌟

[@dustywaynemusic6297]

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

[@BlaineStewart123]

Yes. Great one! Really shows off his voice!

[@TexasMagnolia]

And see the Movie!

[@auntysweets]

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.

[@Uruguay23]

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

[@AKA00RUTH]

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

[@Wizardofgosz]

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]

Bless him. 🦋

[@bethmerryfield7186]

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]

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

[@Wizardofgosz]

@@thegingergyrl455 thanks. :-)

[@celt67]

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.

[@rickthompson3268]

“Southern Cross” by Crosby, Stills and Nash

[@kateruterbories2692]

Yes!! That is a solid jam!!

[@kroft6799]

How about Wasted on the Way by them

[@donpaxton8381]

Rick Thompson southern cross is a great one

[@crystalprice7858]

I second that!

[@wilburjunior9949]

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.

[@DivaInTheWoods]

I'm so amazed when people haven't heard songs that have been staples in my life. I seriously wish I could hear this for the first time again though. What a treat this is for first-time listeners!

[@SweetThing]

That is one of the most Beautiful songs I've ever heard! Makes me tear up every time! I hope you are recovered from the COVID, now Christopher! xx