Grammy Award-winning musician Christopher Cross used his Toronto concert performance at RBC Amphitheatre to deliver pointed criticism of the current U.S. administration. During the Sunday night show, the “Sailing” singer apologized to Canadian audiences and called on them to maintain hope for positive change in America, stating the nation would work to improve conditions through upcoming elections.
Cross framed his remarks within the context of recent U.S.-Canadian tensions, opening with his 2011 track “Dreamers,” which incorporates a snippet from Martin Luther King Jr.’s iconic civil rights speech. The performer drew parallels between the historical civil rights movement and contemporary political circumstances, telling the crowd that dark times were recurring in his country.
The entertainer expressed his affection for Canada while acknowledging embarrassment over America’s current leadership. He humorously suggested he might face expulsion from the country for his outspoken comments, then pivoted to a lighter tone by joking about the resumption of normal trade relations between the two nations. Cross is currently wrapping up a 32-date North American tour alongside the band Toto.
Originally reported by Rollingstone →
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