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Oak Ridge Boys' First Crossover Hit
The Oak Ridge Boys scored their first crossover hit with 'Sail Away' in 1979.
In brief
The Oak Ridge Boys scored their first crossover hit with 'Sail Away' in 1979. The Oak Ridge Boys released 'Sail Away' in 1979, becoming their first crossover hit. Originally reported by American Songwriter.
First Crossover Hit
The Oak Ridge Boys released their first crossover hit, 'Sail Away', in 1979.
Song Background
The song describes a man sailing across water to reach the woman he loves.
Kenny Rogers Version
Kenny Rogers included 'Sail Away' on his 1979 UK album but not as a US single.
Later Success
The Oak Ridge Boys' 'Elvira' became their most popular crossover hit in 1981.
The bottom line
The Oak Ridge Boys released 'Sail Away' in 1979, becoming their first crossover hit.
