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- ↑ Dunton, Claire (November 3, 2023). "Dallas Smith On Delivering His Blend Of Modern & Traditional Country Music: 'I'm Constantly A Work In Progress'". Countrytown. Retrieved July 14, 2024.
- ↑ Melanson, Jenna (April 1, 2024). "DALLAS SMITH CONTINUES HIS GLOBAL RISE & SETS GRAND OLE OPRY DEBUT FOR JUNE 12". Canadian Beats Media. Retrieved June 29, 2024.
- ↑ "Dallas Smith - Use Me (Live In Concert)" (video). December 2, 2023. Retrieved July 14, 2024– via YouTube.
- ↑ "Dallas Smith - Use Me (Live From The Grand Ole Opry)" (video). June 25, 2024. Retrieved July 14, 2024– via YouTube.
- ↑ "Dallas Smith - Use Me (RFD-TV Studios)" (video). June 10, 2024. Retrieved July 14, 2024– via YouTube.
- ↑ "Dallas Smith Chart History (Canada Country)". Billboard. Retrieved July 20, 2024.