Southern Cross
Graham Nash
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Band InformationCrosby, Stills & Nash (CSN) was a supergroup made up of American singer-songwriters David Crosby and Stephen Stills, and English singer-songwriter Graham Nash. They were known for their intricate vocal harmonies, often tumultuous interpersonal relationships, and political activism.
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Song Origin"Southern Cross" is a song from their album "Daylight Again" which was released in 1982.
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Popular CultureThe song became quite popular and reached No. 18 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in late 1982.
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Song InspirationThe song is about a man who sails the world following a failed love affair. In reality, the song was inspired by Stephen Stills' own experience of sailing to the South Pacific after a divorce.
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Song MeaningThe Southern Cross is a constellation that is most visible in the Southern Hemisphere, and the song is about using that constellation for navigation.
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CollaborationThe album, including the song "Southern Cross," features a variety of guest artists, and also sees the return of former CSN&Y member Neil Young who contributes lead guitar and backing vocals on a couple of tracks.
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SongwritingThe song was authored by Stephen Stills with help from Rick Curtis and Michael Curtis.
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ReinterpretationWhile the song was not originally written by CSN, they are noted for reinterpreting the song with a renewed depth and harmony that the original lacked.
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Notability"Southern Cross" is one of the band's most successful songs and is usually highlighted as a favorite by fans.
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Live PerformancesDespite the band's sporadic existence due to solo careers, they have consistently performed "Southern Cross" in their live shows.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Southern Cross" features Stephen Stills sailing a large boat, reflecting the song's theme of sailing the Pacific.
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Song SymbolismThe song is well-regarded for its application of the Southern Cross star as a symbol of hope and guidance.
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