Dallas, TX
Music connected to Dallas
Ready to chase some Texas-sized dreams? Dallas, a city that feels like striving for something big with a side of Southern charm, appears in nearly 300 songs on RoadyGoat and is name-checked by over 200 artists! From Johnny Winter's bluesy "Dallas" to Lizzo's shout-out in "Better in Color" and even Bob Dylan's "Murder Most Foul," this North Texas hub has clearly inspired musicians across genres. And speaking of talent, pop superstar Selena Gomez hails from nearby Grand Prairie, adding another layer to the area's rich musical tapestry.
Beyond the music, Dallas boasts a fascinating history. It grew from a cotton and oil distribution center into the third-largest city in Texas. The city's cultural scene thrives in the Dallas Arts District, the largest contiguous urban arts district in the nation. So, whether you're drawn by the music, the history, or the promise of a frozen margarita (invented right here!), Dallas is calling your name.
About Dallas
- • Selena Gomez, a singer and actress, was born and raised in Grand Prairie, near Dallas.
- • The frozen margarita machine was invented in Dallas in 1971 by Mariano Martinez.
- • Its central location for cotton and oil distribution fueled early growth.
- • The Dallas Arts District is the largest contiguous urban arts district in the nation.
- • The oil boom of the early 20th century transformed Dallas's economy.
- • Named for Vice President George Mifflin Dallas in 1845, it incorporated in 1856.
- • With 1.3 million residents, it's Texas' third-largest city, after Houston and San Antonio.
- • At 430 feet, its elevation means some surprising views can pop up.
- • Many Dallas residents work in professional and business services.
- • Being there feels like striving towards big dreams with a touch of Southern hospitality.
- • The area's geology is defined by Cretaceous-period sedimentary rocks, including chalk and shale.
- • The eroded escarpment of the White Rock Escarpment offers scenic views east of the city.
- • The Trinity River, often prone to flooding, runs through the heart of Dallas.
- • The endangered black-capped vireo bird can be found in some Dallas-area habitats.
- • Post Oak Savannah, characterized by post oak and blackjack oak trees, is a dominant ecosystem.
- • Caddo Native Americans inhabited the Dallas area prior to European settlement.
- • President John F. Kennedy was assassinated in Dealey Plaza on November 22, 1963.
- • The Reunion Tower, built in 1978, is a recognizable landmark with its geodesic dome.
- • Interstate 35 splits into I-35E and I-35W, rejoining north of Dallas in Denton.
- • The Dallas area is characterized by Cretaceous-age sedimentary rock, including chalk and shale.
- • The Trinity River flows through Dallas, a key waterway in the region.
- • The endangered Kemp's Ridley sea turtle has been found in the Trinity River near Dallas.
- • Caddo tribes inhabited the Dallas area before European contact, evidenced by archaeological finds.
- • The Old Red Courthouse, built in 1892, is a Richardsonian Romanesque architectural landmark.
- • The Houston Street Viaduct, built in 1911, was the longest concrete bridge in the world at the time.