Why Dallas Green didn't think anyone would like  

City and Colour has positively impacted my life, not to mention seeing him live. I’m so thankful for his gift.

"What if I could sing just one song and it might save somebody's life?" You've saved me 💜

Save Your Scissors EXPLODED in the scene when it dropped, as it was obviously a very special song, and artist. Still listening in 2023.

He has this crazy aesthetic that is SO SOOTHING like no other sound. theres something ethereal about his work

This guy is one of my all time favorites. It’s weird to hear his humbleness about how amazing his music is.

Sleeping Sickness with Gord, breaks my fucking heart man, every damn time.

A true artist that followed his heart and didn't sell his soul 👊🏻

His music never needed to be liked. It was a gift that anyone can realise is a blessing ❤

" #PrimeMinistetofFolk " aka 'the' Mr. Dallas Green

My kids and I all love your music. I lost my son recently and my other kids went to see you in Vancouver lastnight. They went in honour of my Son TJ. You said HI to my daughter Sam. It meant a lot. Thank you for your music

Save your scissors means so much to me

I’m now 62 I met Dallas and seen him and his band his first time in Vegas we were all going through stuff and he literally has the best show vocals ever a must see for yourself. Then we all gambled together at the MGM lol

Too underrated... We are alone and his music helps us have hope! Like we aren't alone

Crazy that he thought no one would like c and c, because i fucking love the music

That album changed my life. I've listened to it in every stage of my life since I was in middle school. I listened to it in high school, at college, post-graduation, backpacking to find myself, my first job, through my first real heartbreak, when I moved abroad...thank you for following your heart, Dallas!

Sometimes is one of my all-time favorite albums EVER

Dallas also made a comment years ago before his solo stuff took off that he hated his voice when he would hear it played back, and figured if he hated his voice, why would other people like it? This comment inspired me as a singer because I too hate my voice, but I've always enjoyed singing. It's one of those things that if you enjoy doing it and other people like it, who cares what you think? You'll always be your own worst critic. Sully Erna from Godsmack made a different comment years ago, "As long as you can hit the notes and sing in tune or key, then you can sing. It doesn't matter what your voice sounds like, how low or high, etc, so long as you can remain in key, you're a singer." Between both of those comments from incredible musicians has helped motivate me and many others to continue doing what we love.

Loved your music when I was a kid at 16 and will always love it no matter what

The album is like a soundtrack for those years of my life.

I came back from my first tour in Iraq, and it was a grueling, cruel, beautiful tour with the US Army Infantry, early war (2004), and found City and Colour as a fan of Alexisonfire. Over the years, Dallas has spoken to me through songs like "Sorrowing Man" and "Grand Optimist" that play on repeat almost daily. I've been out of the Army 11 years, my daughters are in high school now, and my wife and I have been married 20 years. We struggle. My mind and heart and soul fuckin' struggle. The City and Colour project has been there with me. Dare I say Dallas has helped me heal? Dare I say he has helped me become better? I have no problem with these claims. So, man am I glad he took this chance. IHS.

Played “if I should go tomorrow” with another fella at my buds funeral , beautiful song

I'm a huge fan of alexisonfire. But honestly I am glad he's doing what he wants. He's so insanely talented it would be a crime for him to not realize his full potential. I love his cover of Alice in chains- rain when I die. He's always going to be one of my favorite musicians of all time.

He used to play at my high school. I used to hate his music, but after you experience tragedy in your life music speaks to you. When I heard Meant to Be that was it for me. I was angry that he was bringing those emotions out of me, but I am glad he decided to do what he does.

It is the very reason he thought would not work, is why I fell in love with the music. It felt like an open book and we were reading every page. I am by no means a “from the beginning” fan, but I feel just as connected. If I Should Go Before You came out on the day I felt at my lowest and it happened to be on my discover weekly on Spotify. The way it moved me was inexplainable and I cherish that record til this day.

Your songs in City and Colour got me through my darkest times in life, thank you for being a the light, that I needed. ❤️

I love every record he’s done, but that first album just hits different. Still my favourite album to this day.

One of the best Healing Musicians Ever!

You knew I’d like it ❤️‍🔥

My step daughter and I bond over our love of his music.

Sometimes is still the best album he's ever made. Maybe the best acoustic album ever made.

I met one deep dark love of my life who loved your music and I will never ever be the same 😭🩵🥲

My go to when I’m feeling down. Save your scissors saved me a few times

One of the Best songwriters of our generation!!! xo

Love every single slow and sad song!!

No way!! First time I heard Save your Scissors on the radio in 2006, I loved it. 😮

Stumbled upon his music when I was about 13. He’s the reason I picked up guitar, and his music has healed a lot of wounds. This new album really speaks to me in a profound way. Thanks Dallas, you’re a Canadian gem.

Such great music especially love sleep sickness and waiting

His words and his mind is just genius. he knows how to think about his words and talks about his emotions so deeply.

I still remember sensible heart coming out and it was so relatable

Since hearing C&C´s cover of Rain When I Die Ive been blown away, his voice and delivery is sublime, and the songs can really sit in your emotions, several songs have helped me process a lot, what a gift to music.

Saw him live in Montana the other week. Never heard of him before but a big fan now. Incredible music!

Dallas had a band before city and colour called Helican Blue! Some of the old stuff he did is on RU-vid. His music has carried me through so many stages of my life. His show in Toronto Friday was Amazing!

if it wasn't for Dallas i would not have become a musician, coming home was the first song i learned on the guitar and now i have songs on cbc radio and my bands songs being played in other countries.

Love you Dallas your music got & gets me through shit … a lot of shit .. without it I wouldn’t be here anymore 🖤🙌🏻

I remember this guy yesterday when feelong let down from the music environnement. I'll always remember the times your music uplifted me Dallas, and I intent to make this an inspiration to serve some too, hopefully

comin' home will always be my fav. Love it❤

Totally relate to the diary entry comment. I began writing from a dark spot in my life and I'm still refining it.

Streamed the music thru utube and great. What scares is my wife who passed 10 months.ago alwaus spoke about her baby whose name who was Dallas.Greend. hit by a drunk driver at 2 years. Really good music

It was your unique voice Dallas❤ its funny l can identify your voice in any music you sing.

I sang body in a box at my buddies wake. Day old hate holds a spot in my young life too.

I hold the new album so close to my heart

One of my favorite artist and will always remember seeing him live twice back in 2011. Still my best concert experience.

Dallas Green is my FAVOURITE

The best concert I've been to was his. I'm going to the bell center for Tool this Saturday and I wish it were City and Colour ...

I love City and Colour, It's helped me through some tough times in my life, along with Neverending White Lights!

We love that first album!

Saw you tonight in Saskatoon. Best show I’ve been to.

City and Colour is everything! I Passed my love of his music to my four children ❤️ ❤❤❤ They love it just as much

city and colour invented the artist i am today. they’re my biggest influence

Your songs mean so much to me❤

I can’t wait to see you live. 😭

No music has EVER touched me like yours. It's like some kind of healing magic.

You are awesome Dallas, the harmony of Alexisonfire

I strongly suggest that you continue in your musical path because talent won't let you don't for sure hehe🤘🙂

I have been a major fan of yours for over a decade. I saw you live in asheville nc my hometown. One of the best days of my life. I adore you and i found you when you were in a post hardcore band alexesonfire😊

Save your scissors was the song and lyrics that made me a city in colour, or Dallas green fan

Você me conquistou aqui no Brasil. Suas músicas são a trilha sonora da minha vida. Não vejo a hora de vocês virem aqui ❤

Este vato me a ayudado desde hace muchos años! Simon que si ese!

I had heard his first song on the radio, then was at Bluesfest in Ottawa, just laying on the grass, listening to him, killing time.. I fell in love HARD!!! Wow 👌 Right place, right time... been hooked since!!

the 6 and a half minute slow and sad acoustic songs still connect with my soul

Rain When I Die made my wife cry. Brain tumor surgery survivor. You've done more than you can imagine, my friend. Thank you.

The greatest ever ❤

I cant believe he didnt think people would like his first album. Its a masterpiece

Thank God you did, man. Your music has greatly impacted to my life every day and I still solo to your music after 14 years of following you.

This guy was a great general manager.

Met Dallas just two nights ago in Langley. Enjoying some dinner at Steven's. Awesome guy.

Wow he looks so different now!

Changed my life forever tbh

Your voice is like velvet. How could we not love it?!!!

My 14 year old heart fell in love the moment I heard his voice. The Sometimes album got me through every part of my life to this day being 32 now. His lyrics and voice will always be intertwined with my life.

Can’t imagine a world without city and colour

I can’t imagine the pressure he must feel from how deeply he connects to his audience. My grandmother and I used to bond over his music before she died, and I showed it to her and she would listen to it to help deal with her son’s suicide. I have needed his music in every step of my healing journey, he draws the words out of my heart that I’m not brave enough to speak. I am really thankful for this man and his decision to follow his passion. Saw him live twice and I just belted the words and cried the entire time.

Started listening to this absolute legend when I was a 6th grader. Now I’m in my early 30’s. Dallas green. You will never know how much I appreciate you.

This music Has helped me play guitar better helped emotionally as well

Goat

ive been wondering for a while if he has borderline or something, i connect with his music like nothing else on this planet, body in a box will be played at my funeral

He made all of us cansdian hardcore kids want to pick up qn acoustic guitar and write folk songs

So glad you did! Please never stop writing music Dallas

Crazy talk,love you all so much❤

He exudes such humility, and oh, so attractive too! I patiently waited for two years, bought tickets, and had to cancel twice, but this time, there was no chance of missing it again. My daughter (34) and I (53) were moved to tears throughout the event. Dallas's voice soothe my soul on so many levels, thank you for sharing your talent.. it is truly a gift. xxx Montreal, QC

Guys the best singer song writer in the world and thought no one would like it lmao

Dallas Green has been a huge saving grace in my life with his music. Definitely the greatest!

I need to start writing again to get out of my head and heart, but Dallas your music has always been one of my dearest friends. It has never let me down when I've needed an escape.

First time i heard "Comin' home" really stigmatizied me...still brings me down to tears most of the times. Dallas Green did a great job ,great artist.

Eu tenho um carinho muito grande por este homem e pelas músicas dele, Two Coins foi uma das que eu mais abracei.

He is a brilliant writer and the best male voice. He's a treasure to this world ❤

I'm beyond thankful for the gift you've created for all of us

Your first few albums were my safe haven at night growing up. Got me through a lot of insomnia, sleepless nights. I also believe the decades you released in were good timing. Your music has been treasure to me for years. Now you even sing my kid and wife to sleep on long car rides.❤

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the entire city + colour project AND the you + me project absolutely changed my life. favorite musician forev. those 6 minute acoustic journal entries carried so much resonance and it made me feel seen. thank you for your art 💚