Industry Jun 6, 2026

Christopher Cross used a Wings song as inspiration for "Ride Like The Wind"

"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 used a Wings song as inspiration for "Ride Like The Wind"

Christopher Cross revealed that his 1979 hit "Ride Like The Wind" was inspired by a 1974 song by Paul McCartney's band, Wings. Cross admitted to taking inspiration from the song, humorously noting that McCartney might expect royalties. Originally reported by MusicRadar.

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