About The Song
“Sailing” by Christopher Cross was released in 1980 as the second single from his debut album, which was already certified Gold. The song reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1980 and won the Grammy Award for Record of the Year in the same year.
Christopher Cross became the first artist in Grammy history to win the “Big Four” most prestigious awards in a single night, including Record of the Year for “Sailing”. “Sailing” is often considered a classic soft rock song and has been enduringly popular since its release. The lyrics of “Sailing” evoke a sense of tranquility and escapism, contributing to its timeless appeal.