Dallas (Alan Jackson song)
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Background and writing
According to the liner notes of his 1995 album The Greatest Hits Collection, Jackson was inspired to write the song after having played at Billy Bob's in Fort Worth, Texas. After playing the show, he commented that he "wished Dallas was in Tennessee" and based the song off that comment.[1]
Content
"Dallas" is a song in which the male narrator tells of a lover named Dallas who has left him for Dallas, Texas. He then goes on to say that he wishes that Dallas were in Tennessee — both the city and his former lover.
Critical reception
Kevin John Coyne of Country Universe gave the song a B+ grade," calling it "a simple enough song, yet with some clever lyrics, a generous dose of pedal steel and Jackson's typical smooth, agreeable vocals."[2]
Peak chart positions
"Dallas" debuted on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks for the week of January 4, 1992.
Template:SinglechartTemplate:Singlechart| Chart (1991–1992) | Peak position |
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Year-end charts
| Chart (1992) | Position |
|---|---|
| Canada Country Tracks (RPM)[3] | 13 |
| US Country Songs (Billboard)[4] | 6 |
References
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