Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Cross had actually written "Think Of Laura" as a tribute to a friend, Laura Carter, who had died in a random shooting. CBS News Cross and his girlfriend, Joy, tested positive for COVID-19. As music television channel MTV grew to dominate the mainstream music scene in the United States, Cross's style of music proved to be a bad fit for the network, and Cross's brand of adult contemporary music declined in popularity.[19]. I couldn't walk, could barely move. Christopher Cross has performed his #1 hit "Sailing" thousands of times before, but never like this in his first session back in a recording studio since the 69-year-old was stricken with the coronavirus that nearly killed him. Cross said he was in the hospital for "the worst 10 days of my life." Fantasy, it gets the best of me. It is believed the relationship is heating up. Christopher Cross' The Complete Works comes with a hefty price tag of $400.00. I invite you to check out my. [2] "Never Be The Same" went number one on the Adult Contemporary chart. Singer-songwriter Christopher Cross was paralyzed and in intensive care for what he tells "CBS Sunday Morning" were the worst 10 days of his life. Christopher Cross Net Worth. According to Cross, there is no meaning behind this other than the painting chosen for his first album cover featured the bird, which has been used as a motif ever since. All caught up in the reverie, every . [8] Cross also substituted for Richie Blackmore during a Deep Purple concert in 1970 when Blackmore fell ill.[6][9], Cross released his self-titled debut album, Christopher Cross, on December 27, 1979. We had a blast! ", Cross and his girlfriend, Joy, tested positive for COVID-19. Artist: Christopher Cross , Tour: 40th Anniversary Tour , Venue: Soaring Eagle Casino , Mount Pleasant, MI, USA Set Times: Doors: 7:00 PM Start: 9:25 PM Minstrel Gigolo All Right Never Be the Same I Really Don't Know Anymore Poor Shirley Sailing Walking in Avalon Dreamers Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do) Swept Away Say You'll Be Mine Spinning They both quarantined, and Joy improved. 14 new songs from this exciting new band from the Live Music Capital of the World. Like Paul Newman and Steve McQueen before him, he walked the walk and talked the talk. Wow. It was really touch-and-go, and tough. Given You Tube's algorithm, my hope is folks who search for Sailing may discover November or Walking In Avalon and others. Paul McCartney wrote "Blackbird" in Scotland after reading about race riots in the US, triggered when federal courts forced the racial desegregation of the Arkansas capital's school system. My purpose in this effort is to garner attention for my more obscure songs, the deep cuts as they say. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Cross asked Paige McNinch, his girlfriend at the time and Carters college roommate, to appear in the insertphoto included in the Another Page LP. This would be on top of any charges you incur with us.What we are willing to do is work with you on the shipping costs because we feel bad you have been unable to get one.If you are interested, email us your address and phone # toccrecords.store@gmail.com so we can figure out the shipping costs. The record was set during the seven days of September 8 to September 14, 2014. "So, yeah, my walking is affected," he said. [2][3][4] "Sailing" earned three Grammys in 1981, while "Arthur's Theme" won the Oscar for Best Original Song in 1981 (with co-composers Burt Bacharach, Carole Bayer Sager, and Peter Allen). We have 14 new songs, however we do not play any CC material in our shows. "We were sick for about three. Together, they formed Christopher Cross as a band and moved to Austin, where they added drummer Tommy Taylor. So does the old jingle for KFWB News 98. In fact, many of them lately like to show off, 40/ 40Cardi Bs dream mansion in Atlanta rap-up.com After two years of house hunting Cardi B, 55/ 55Sean Penn $70,000,000 via bz-berlin.de Sean is a dinosaur in Hollywood, but he manages. He won five Grammy Awards for his eponymous debut album released in 1979. The final concert of the tour will be at La Cigale in Paris. January 19, 2013. Anya Taylor-Joy fans are left in uproar over a resurfaced 2016 interview . Jon Bon Jovi earned his first movie credit - Young Guns II - by writing "Blaze Of Glory" for the film. If there's one word to describe Christopher Cross's state of mind at age 70, it's probably this: grateful. The new CD has arrived on iTunes and on Amazon.com! Playlists (with Lyrics):1. Object Name: Photo insert from Another PageLP by Christopher Cross (LogOut/ He worked with Burt Bacharach in composing "Arthur's Theme" for the film Arthur. Before COVID-19, Cross was reportedly to embark on a tour to mark 40 years since his breakout, self-titled album with its signature hit "Sailing." Another Page sold well, getting Gold certification. Is Christopher Cross secretly gay and hiding in the closet? (LogOut/ Over time, Cross' complications increased: he was diagnosed with Guillain-Barr syndrome, a rare condition in which the immune system falsely attacks parts of the nervous system. Police found Ronald Morris, 45, in a driveway suffering from multiple gunshot . Paralyzed, in the intensive care unit, Cross didn't know if he would live or die. A blockbuster, it earned Cross five Grammy Awards, including Best New Artist. That was it. Calvin Harris' "Blame" was the first song to break 10 million streams in a week on Spotify. Rene from Vargem Grande Paulista - Sao Paulo - Brasil, More songs with girls' names in the title, More songs that are tributes to friends who died, Barry Dean ("Pontoon," "Diamond Rings And Old Barstools"), How "A Rolling Stone Gathers No Moss" Became Rock's Top Proverb. Si vous ne souhaitez pas que nos partenaires et nousmmes utilisions des cookies et vos donnes personnelles pour ces motifs supplmentaires, cliquez sur Refuser tout. Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons of Kiss wrote "Rock And Roll All Nite" as a "rallying cry for all of our fans." I am hoping the band catches on and builds a following beyond Austin and can tour, we shall see. Cross, the album, and the song "Sailing" were nominated for six Grammy Awards in 1981 and won five. The album spawned four Top 20 singles and dominated the23rd AnnualGrammys, and Cross hit again in the fall of 1981 with Arthurs Theme (Best That You Can Do), from the Arthur soundtrack. AUSTIN, TEXAS - FEBRUARY 22: (L-R) Christopher Cross and Joy Authur attend the 2023 Texas Medal of Arts Awards at the Long Center for the Performing Arts on February 22, 2023 in Austin, Texas. Change). Cross released this song on his second album. Three of the songs are from our early efforts except for You., This EP, The title track to our second CD, Firefly, is one that Scott wrote. Currently touring across All France Upcoming concerts (1) See nearest concert Mar Christopher Cross girlfriend, wife list. [1] The song was written by Cross and produced by Michael Omartian. It left Cross paralyzed and in the hospital. My musical journey continues with your support. I wasn't sure whether I would get that back.". They have 2 full length albums: "Freedonia" and "Firefly" and an EP titled "Bring Back The Dinosaurs". 2020 marks the 40th anniversary of his self-titled debut album. His 1988 marriage to Jan Bunch ended in a 2007 divorce. Theyre so cute!. While Cross assures us the flamingo has no special secret significance, it is worth mentioning that in less than a year, subtropical chic in the form of breezy, pastel fashions and flocks of flamingos would become a pop culture phenomenonthanks to NBCs program about MTV Cops,Miami Vice (1984-1989). 1983 NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament, Outstanding Achievement in Music and Lyrics, Best Arrangement Accompanying Vocalist(s), Best Engineered Recording Non-Classical, "The Night Christopher Cross Sat in With Deep Purple", "Christopher Cross may let secret out of bag", "The Reluctant Celebrity: Christopher Cross. Cross had actually written Think Of Laura as a tribute to a friend, Laura Carter, who had died in a random shooting. "'Cause I wasn't sure.". The biggest thing I remember is just incredible malaise just, you couldn't lift your head.". The rest of the interior decor of this photo is worth mentioning. Without Scotts passion, the vision of a local band would have remained just a dream. During 2021-2022, Cross played in his 40th anniversary tour which had been rescheduled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. After battling COVID-19, Cross said he was struck with a rare disorder which left him paralyzed in the the hospital for 'the worst 10 days of my life. The framework of the French door leading out onto an exterior dominated by a blue sky and dotted with clouds evokes the aesthetic choices of the retro-pastiche musical genre, vaporwave. Christopher Cross performs live on stage during a concert at Huxleys Neue Welt on July 8, 2017 in Berlin, Germany. He's grateful that the COVID-19 pandemic has abated enough for his band to . ABC did not ask for Cross's permission to use the song and never paid him for using it.[7]. My long-time fandom of Cross was gratified to see him play some of his biggest hits and deep cuts. As of 2023, his estimated net worth is $12 million. Vous pouvez modifier vos choix tout moment en cliquant sur le lien Tableau de bord sur la vie prive prsent sur nos sites et dans nos applications. "And so, I felt it was sort of my obligation that I wanted to share with people: 'Look, you know, this is a big deal. [a] This feat was not replicated for 39 years, until Billie Eilish won all four awards at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards in 2020. Each box will be insured and will require a signature upon delivery. I just got home and am feeling a bit like burnt toast, but the shows went really well thanks to you. He won five Grammy Awards for his eponymous debut album released in 1979. In addition, the song became Cross's third single to hit No. Christopher Cross may have been attempting to rev up his image by doing a Formula One themed video in 1985, but 1985 is the year he got his Formula One racing license so at least it comes from an honest place. As you can see I have a new project band in Austin called Freedonia. Billboard Hot 100. Lo and behold, this is our Top 60 of celebrities that have been caught smoking or, Celebrities dont always wear makeup anymore. Burt Bacharach, Carole Bayer Sager & Peter Allen, Yes, father of: Justin Cross, Madison Cross & Rain Cross. Bring Back the Dinosaurs Its been a ton of fun to working with these talented folks, and I am very excited about the album coming out, and our first show in Austin June 8th. [27] In 2018, he joined with other musicians in Austin to form the band Freedonia. That was a lot of fun to write. Think of Laura. [3], Cross had met Carter through her college roommate Paige McNinch, whom Cross was dating at the time. "That's the prognosis, that you will heal, and you're on a trajectory towards healing?" (Previous songs that hadbenefited from exposure via Luke and Laura hype include Herb Alperts Rise (1979) and Patti Austins and James Ingrams 1982 duet Come To Me.). Christopher Cross with sweet, Girlfriend Joy Arthur Who is Christopher Cross dating in 2022? Billboard Hot 100. We lost our dear friend Scott on May 8th of this year. When interest in the song grew because of its prominence on the show, it was released as a single. Email or phone: . Cross said he and his girlfriend, Joy, tested positive and were sick for about three weeks. Facebook. A lot of celebrities do not know what to do with their money anymore in 2022. The idea was to start a local band with original music to play in town when we werent on the road. No one wore masks on the plane. Michael Omartian, who was Cross' producer, also contributed keyboards and background vocals to the album. [12][13] In addition, "Sailing" won for Best Arrangement Accompanying Vocalist(s). There is nothing like seeing bands up close and personal at the NYCB Theatre. The styling of the chair and table echo perhaps the most ubiquitous model of bamboo furniture of this period: the papasan chair. Just neurologically I'm kinda a little foggy, you know? Christopher Cross (born Christopher Charles Geppert; May 3, 1951) is an American singer, songwriter, musician, and composer from San Antonio, Texas. Small $175.00 Medium $375.00 Maker and Year: Warner Bros. Records, Matthew Rolston (photographer), Francie Moore (set styling), 1983 I was honored to call him a friend and a band mate. Thus, the idea came to fruition and we finally formed Freedonia.. Cross won five Grammy Awards for his eponymous debut album released in 1979. [33], On April 3, 2020, Cross confirmed through his Facebook page that he had tested positive for the COVID-19 virus, and was ill, but was recovering. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Photo from Another Page by Christopher Cross, 1983, benefited from exposure via Luke and Laura hype, a reaction to the economic and social malaise, assures us the flamingo has no special secret significance, Pops In Space by John Williams and the Boston Pops, 1980, The Sound of Space: Stereo Advertisements, 1981 1983, Quirky Ghosts and Marquee Gifts: Memories of Christmas Past, Gender Roles Included: The Unreal Estate of 1980s Playsets, Stranger Than Fantasy: Six More Unsung Pop Songs From the 80s, "Think of Laura" by Christopher Cross - Song Meanings and Facts. ", "I don't know whether I'll walk out with my cane and I'll sit down on a stool," he said. Nous, Yahoo, faisons partie de la famille de marques Yahoo. We'll come back to you with those costs for your approval prior to filling your order, We lost our dear friend Scott on May 8th of this year. PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR PHONE NUMBER *. is dedicated to him. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR ADDRESS IS CORRECT as orders are processed promptly. " Think of Laura " is a popular song by the American Grammy Award -winning singer-songwriter Christopher Cross. mesurer votre utilisation de nos sites et applications. Heck, Id only learned about the subgenres Dark Wave and Cold Wave a few years agoand now its back to YouTube for a mix sampling of this new discovery. Cross won five Grammy Awards for his eponymous debut album released in 1979. Christopher Cross Net Worth, Salary, Cars & Houses Christopher Cross has garnered $10 million net worth as a singer-songwriter. We released our debut album Freedonia in 2018 and a year later our follow-up Firefly. The songwriting and production were collaborative, and we played quite a few shows in Austin. Christopher Cross is a 71 year old American Musician. [5][6][7], Although best known for his vocals and songwriting, Cross is also a skilled guitarist. Death Hoax says Christopher Cross dies at 71. ", Altschul asked, "What were some of the things you were saying to yourself in those darkest moments? A top session musician, Carol played on hundreds of hits by The Beach Boys, The Monkees, Frank Sinatra and many others. After his decline in fame in the mid-1980s, he toured and opened for various acts during the 1990s. No worries I will of course continue to play CC shows. This image was later used as cover art for the Think of Laura single; the sunny optimism and relaxed cool of the image make for an intriguing contrast with the tragic story. His zodiac sign is Taurus. This was a massive success from Christopher's debut album, helping him to win five Grammys including Song of the Year and Record of the Year. The band features a horn section with 3 saxes, as well as a great rhythm section. No one was doing that. [5] He was released on parole in 2012.[6]. When I'm sailing. Christopher Cross was born on the 3rd of May, 1951. [35] These Are The 15 Hottest Wives And Girlfriends Of Hollywood! * When placing your order We weren't made aware that it was a problem. 20:4. Indeed, the entire world of smooth rock of the late 70s and early 80s can be seen as a reaction to the economic and social malaise the U.S. was experiencing at the time. Christopher Mintz-Plasse and fiance Britt . I really feel in my heart, at least, that the fans are gonna be with me.". Switchfoot's frontman and main songwriter on what inspires the songs and how he got the freedom to say exactly what he means. I was honored to call him a friend and a band mate. Thats true! These Are The 10 Best-Paid Television Stars In The World. Scott was a major part of Freedonia, which never would have seen the light of day without him. I wanted to let you know that I have embarked on a quest to create lyric videos for my entire catalog, since You Tube has become the biggest source for people to listen to music. In September 2014, he released Secret Ladder, followed in November 2017 by Take Me as I Am. The singles "Sailing" (1980), and "Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)" (from the 1981 film Arthur) peaked at number one on the U.S. After he and his girlfriend were sick for three weeks, Cross felt good enough . Joy Division I normally just say, "Hey guys, we . Cross wrote the song as a way of offering comfort to McNinch, and honoring Carter's memory. After a couple of years away from the spotlight, Cross returned in 1983 with his sophomore effortAnother Page. And they love me. I thought it would be a genuine 80s mix, but it seems much more like modern bands intentionally creating an old, 80s synthwave-y sound and ambiancethoughts? "All Right" was used by CBS Sports for its highlights montage following the 1983 NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament, while "Think of Laura" is used as a reference to characters on the soap opera General Hospital. Billboard reportsthat Cross' songs had 6,000 combined downloads on Sunday and Monday, up from just over 500 on Friday and Saturday -- an increase of 979%. asked Altschul. ImageSource: High-resolution image courtesy Audio Preservation Fund (Wayback Machine link) Believe me. is most recent solo relase is Take Me As I am. Hoo boy. Only 1000 autographed copies of this Box Set are being sold. The singles "Sailing" (1980), and "Arthur's Theme (Best That You Can Do)" (from the 1981 film Arthur) peaked at number one on the U.S. Cross made three more albums in the 1990s, and although some of his releases gained critical response, he was not able to attract the mass audience he once enjoyed. The visual impact of this very 1983 tableau is striking. Christopher Cross is not due to play near your location currently - but they are scheduled to play 3 concerts across 1 country in 2023-2024. Christopher Cross was previously married to Jan Bunch (1988 - 2007) and Roseann Harrison (1973 - 1982). While Another Page wasnt the blockbuster smash that his debut was, Cross scored three Top 40 hits, including Think Of Laura, which was used to promote the massively-popular daytime soap opera General Hospital and its Luke and Laura plotline. UPDATE 18/04/2023 : This story seems to be false. She was riding in a car with her parents and three friends when gunfire broke out a block away and the bullet hit her in the chest. For a while, he was a king of easy listening, with songs like "Never Be the Same," "Think of Laura," and the Oscar-winning theme to the movie "Arthur.". He has fathered a son Justin from his first marriage with Roseanne Harrison. As an example it was $75 in Finland. [4], Carter's shooter, Gordon Newlin, served time for the shooting. University City man stalked, murdered ex-girlfriend's new boyfriend, charges say. We cannot control or reimburse for.ccrecords.store. I mean, you're just looking for any sign of light, you know, in that darkness. On 3-5-1951 Christopher Cross (nickname: Christopher) was born in San Antonio, Texas, United States. With the positive, uplifting songs on Another Page, epitomized by the hit All Right, its safe to say that the theme of rising above adversity had become a lyrical trademark of sorts for Cross. The idea was to start a local band with original music to play in town when we weren't on the road. Memory is a big deal, too. * For those of you inquiring about International Orders, Hi everyone,We have tried to find a distributor for Christophers Box Set outside the US with no luck so we are starting to try and ship them ourselves. Without Scotts passion, the vision of a local band would have remained just a dream. The celebrity & musician his starsign is Taurus and he is now 71 years of age. TIL in 1982 singer Christopher Cross' girlfriend was mourning the death of her roomate Laura Carter who was killed by stray bullet. Released as a single in late 1983 from Cross's second studio album, Another Page, "Think of Laura" became the singer's fourth (and, to date, final) single to reach the Top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, where it . Correspondent Serena Altschul asked, "Where were you when you think you were exposed? October 18, 2020 / 10:04 AM How a country weeper and a blues number made "rolling stone" the most popular phrase in rock. He's madly in love with her, says a source. On Sunday morning (April 16, 2023) the American Sun-Times reported Christopher Cross and girlfriend, to be shopping for engagement rings.The couple was seen closely eyeing some pricey bling in a couple of major jewelry stores especially major diamond baubles that could only be described as the kind usually slipped on a womans left-hand ring finger. Singer-songwriter Christopher Cross. http://www.cheatsheet.com/automobiles/10-of-the-most-prominent-celebrity-racecar-drivers.html, Pingback: For You by Tatsuro Yamashita, 1982, Pingback: Quirky Ghosts and Marquee Gifts: Memories of Christmas Past, Pingback: Gender Roles Included: The Unreal Estate of 1980s Playsets, Pingback: The Sound of Space: Stereo Advertisements, 1981 1983, Pingback: Stranger Than Fantasy: Six More Unsung Pop Songs From the 80s, Pingback: Tubular Terrors: Invitation to Hell, Pingback: "Think of Laura" by Christopher Cross - Song Meanings and Facts. His doctor believes it was caused by COVID. I had both of this albums back in the day, one 8-track the other cassette. My hands were also paralytic, which is hard, 'cause I play the guitar, of course. So, whatever I did, it worked. Cross's next two albums, 1985's Every Turn of the World and 1988's Back of My Mind did not produce any top 40 hits or reach Gold or Platinum status. Born Christopher Charles Geppert on 3rd May, 1951 in San Antonio, Texas, USA, he is famous for Ride Like the Wind in a career that spans 1971-present. Christopher Cross with sweet, Girlfriend Joy Arthur, Caught Smoking: These Are The 60 Most Shocking Celebrity Smokers, These 50 Celebrity Tattoos Went Horribly Wrong, Top 60 Celebrities Without Makeup (Before & After), 40 Whopping Homes & Cars Of Celebrities That Will Amaze You, Top 55 of Worlds Richest Actors Current Net Worth, Top 60 Craziest Tattoos Of Celebrities in 2023, Top 15 Highest-Paid Soccer Players Of All-Time Revealed (2023). Christopher Cross, The Complete Works (ChristopherCross.com, 2020) But until I can get off of it at some point, I won't really know how clear I would be. We have sent one to Finland and Canada with good luck they arrived safely.In both case there was a duty or custom charge on their end. Cross, 69, appeared on the CBS Sunday Morningprogram, talking about how his bout with the coronavirus nearly killed him. ", He was diagnosed with Guillain-Barr Syndrome, a rare disease in which the body's immune system attacks the nerves. Christopher Cross always performs a wonderful and soothing show, leaving his fans wanting more. "We were sick for about three weeks. Same here, Grasso. The lyrics express the sorrow felt by those who knew the woman but ask that she be remembered with happiness: When you think of Laura, laugh, don't cry / I know she'd want it that way. Cross thought he was getting better, too, and in April felt good enough to go shopping. [20][21], The year 2002 saw the release of the Very Best of album, and in 2007 he completed a Christmas album titled A Christopher Cross Christmas. Cross wrote the song to mourn the death of Denison University college student Laura Carter, who was killed in Columbus, Ohio, when she was struck by a stray bullet during gunfire in a gang war. McNinch was pictured on the inner sleeve of the Another Page album, sitting on a stool. "Think of Laura" is a popular song by the American Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Christopher Cross. Cross was set to launch a national tour this year but 2020 had other plans. And those were such good times (for me, at least) thats why I try to play music as much as possible for my kid, whos going on 11 years old now. [26], In 2017, he played a concert in his hometown, at the Tobin Center, San Antonio, Texas. Since the Sunday Morning profile, Cross has seen a dramatic boost in sales. The flamingo had become Crosss emblem of sorts; it was used on the covers of three of his first four albums, excepting only his 1985 LP Every Turn of the World, where he took on the persona of a Formula One driver in an attempt to change his image. 34.5k Followers, 408 Following, 817 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Christopher Cross (@itsmrcross) First published on October 18, 2020 / 10:04 AM. afficher des publicits et des contenus personnaliss en fonction de vos profils de centres dintrt; mesurer lefficacit des publicits et contenus personnaliss; et. Bring Back the Dinosaurs, is dedicated to Scott Laningham. As much as faux wood paneling was a big thing in the 70s, the bamboo/wicker/rattan thing certainly was en vogue for 80s decor. Christopher Cross (born Christopher Charles Geppert; May 3, 1951) is an American singer-songwriter from San Antonio, Texas. Christopher Cross performs an unreleased song entitled Paige, written for the Another Page album for his then girlfriend, but ultimately left off due to bein. [10] Billboard Hot 100 top 20 hits from this album included "Ride Like the Wind" (featuring backing vocals by Michael McDonald), "Sailing", "Never Be the Same" and "Say You'll Be Mine" (featuring backing vocals by Nicolette Larson). Cross asked Paige McNinch, his girlfriend at the time and Carter's college roommate, to appear in the insert photo included in the Another Page LP. But for longtime fans or completists, it's a classy summation of the legacy of a songwriter's songwriter and a singer's singer. Christopher Cross Greatest Hits Full Playlist 2018 | The Best Songs Of Christopher CrossChristopher Cross Greatest Hits Full Playlist 2018 | The Best Songs O. To honor his memory, this EP It is our way of saying, thanks buddy, we will miss you., Produced by Christopher Cross & Randy Miller, Acoustic Guitar & Background vocals - Randy Miller, Horn Arrangement and tracks - Russell Haight, Background Vocals - Shelley Mac & Randy Miller, Horn Arrangements and tracks - David Mann. And if the wind is right you can find the joy of innocence again. You'll find the order link and track listing for the bonus discs below. Cross won Grammys for Best New Artist, Best Arrangement Accompanying Vocalist, and a sweep of the big three -- Record, Album and Song of the Year. Altschul asked, "What will that feel like for you when you head back out on stage for the first time? ", "It was early March that I went to Mexico City for a concert," he said. The 1975's new album, "Notes on a Conditional Form," was almost cut off at the pass by Christopher Cross, frontman Matty Healy explains. They dated for 1 year afte Roseann Harrison and Christopher Cross were married for 8 years. Songfacts: Christopher Cross wrote this song about Laura Coffin Carter, an 18-year-old student at Denison University in Granville, Ohio who was killed by a stray bullet on April 17, 1982. "I was in the hospital about ten days. He had a wonderful personality and sense of humor, and became the emcee at our performances. A monthly update on our latest interviews, stories and added songs. The song "Ride Like the Wind" was featured on the Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues original movie soundtrack, released in 2013. Just a dream and the wind to carry me. I think music is such an essential part of happiness, if not any kind of emotion, really. Do not reproduce (even with permission). Boyz II Men recorded a new version of this song called "Think of Aaliyah (The Aaliyah Song)" in honor of the singer Aaliyah after she died in 2001. [22][23], In 2011, Cross released a new studio album titled Doctor Faith. "Sailing" earned three Grammys in 1981, while "Arthur's Theme" won the Oscar for Best Original Song in 1981 (with co-composers Burt Bacharach, Carole Bayer Sager, and Peter Allen). In 2021 and 2022 he played his 40th anniversary concert tour, which had originally been planned for 2020. Since 2018, Cross has been playing in a band called Freedonia. 9:02 Sailing4. '", Cross can't wait to tour again and what a moment it will be. Donald Fagen and Walter Becker of Steely Dan invited Cross to play on their albums, but Cross declined. "But most people with Guillain-Barr heal about 90% to 100% over about a year. Shaye has been working hard and we have been able to post a song each week. He singles out Omartian and David Foster as guys who . Here's what happens when an opening act is really out of place with the headliner, like when Beastie Boys opened for Madonna. is dedicated to him. 9 in early 1984. 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