Fixer Upper (Dallas Smith song) explained
"Fixer Upper" is a song recorded by Canadian country artist Dallas Smith. The song was written by Morgan Wallen, Matt Dragstrem, and Brett Tyler, and produced by Joey Moi and Jacob Durrett.[2] [3] It is the fourth single from Smith's self-titled album released in 2023. The song reached number one on the Mediabase Canada Country chart.[4]
Background
Smith remarked that when he heard "Fixer Upper" for the first time, he "knew [it] needed to be a part" of his "new musical chapter".[5] When Smith officially announced his self-titled album, "Fixer Upper" was released along with the song "CRZY" as instant gratification tracks.[6]
Critical reception
An uncredited review from Front Porch Music described "Fixer Upper" as a "heartwarming song that delves into the intricate world of self-work within a relationship," adding that "Smith's vocals bring the lyrics to life, making it a powerful anthem that so many people can relate to".[7]
Music video
The official music video for "Fixer Upper" premiered on YouTube on September 29, 2023.[8] It was directed by Justin Clough and includes home videos of Smith and his family, which Smith described as "special".[9] [10]
Notes and References
- Dallas Smith. Dallas Smith. 2023 . CD. Big Loud Records. 50055 77603.
- Web site: Fixer Upper / CRZY – Single by Dallas Smith. Spotify. September 29, 2023. November 1, 2023. Big Loud Records.
- Web site: Dallas Smith Reveals Two New Songs Ahead Of Album Release. Live in Limbo. October 3, 2023. October 8, 2023.
- Web site: Top Canada Country Song Chart. February 19, 2024. iHeartRadio Canada. https://web.archive.org/web/20240224174952/http://web.archive.org/screenshot/https://news.iheart.com/featured/charts/canada-country/. February 24, 2024.
- Web site: CMT Roundup: New Music from Dustin Lynch, Wynonna with Trisha Yearwood and Dallas Smith. https://web.archive.org/web/20231003011543/https://www.cmt.com/news/qnxjgs/cmt-roundup-new-music-from-dustin-lynch-wynonna-with-trisha-yearwood-and-dallas-smith. dead. October 3, 2023. Cindy. Watts. September 29, 2023. CMT. October 8, 2023.
- Web site: Dallas Smith Shares Two Tracks From Forthcoming Self-Titled Project. Lorie. Hollabaugh. October 2, 2023. Music Row. October 4, 2023.
- Web site: Dallas Smith's New Single "Fixer Upper": A Heartfelt Journey of Self-Work in Relationships. September 29, 2023. Front Porch Music. October 4, 2023.
- Web site: Dallas Smith – Fixer Upper (Official Music Video). YouTube. November 6, 2023. video. September 29, 2023.
- Dallas Smith Drops "Fixer Upper" and "CRZY" Ahead of Album Release. Danielle. Taylor. American Songwriter. November 6, 2023.
- Web site: Dallas Smith Shares New Singles, "Fixer Upper" & "Crzy". Nanci. Dagg. October 3, 2023. Canadian Beats Media. November 6, 2023.
