Introduction
“Sail Away” is a country song penned by songwriter Rafe Van Hoy. The track was first recorded by the band Calico in 1976. Kenny Rogers included his rendition of “Sail Away” on his album Love or Something Like It, released on June 23, 1978. While Rogers’ version was not released as a single in the United States, it was issued as one in the United Kingdom and featured on his compilation album The Kenny Rogers Singles Album.
The song gained significant popularity when covered by The Oak Ridge Boys, who released it as a single on April 7, 1979. Their rendition reached number two on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and secured the number one spot on the Canadian RPM Country Tracks chart.
Kenny Rogers’ interpretation of “Sail Away” showcases his smooth vocals and ability to convey deep emotion, contributing to the song’s enduring appeal among fans.
For those interested in experiencing Kenny Rogers’ version of “Sail Away,” you can listen to it on YouTube:
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