Industry Jun 6, 2026

Christopher Cross Admits "Ride Like The Wind" Was Inspired by McCartney

"I don't think I've ever told Paul that. He's probably gonna say ‘I should have gotten royalties’”

Originally published by MusicRadar
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Christopher Cross Admits "Ride Like The Wind" Was Inspired by McCartney

Yacht rock artist Christopher Cross has revealed that his hit song "Ride Like The Wind" was influenced by a 1974 song by Paul McCartney. Cross admitted to "ripping him off" and humorously speculated that McCartney might have expected royalties. Originally reported by MusicRadar.

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