Christopher Cross - Ride Like The Wind May 2026

Released in February 1980, was the breakout debut single that catapulted Christopher Cross into music history. Combining a driving rhythm with a smooth "yacht rock" finish, the track defined a transitional moment in music between the late '70s and the early MTV era. 🌪️ Key Trivia & Backstory

It was one of the first major hits recorded using the 3M Digital Recording System , giving it a "pristine" sound quality that was revolutionary at the time. 🏆 Chart & Award Legacy Christopher Cross - Ride Like The Wind

The album’s inner sleeve dedicated the song to Lowell George , the late frontman of Little Feat who had passed away in 1979. Released in February 1980, was the breakout debut