Broken Halos

Chris Stapleton

About Broken Halos

"Broken Halos" is a song recorded by American singer-songwriter Chris Stapleton. Written by Stapleton and Mike Henderson, it was released on April 14, 2017 as a promotional single from his second studio album From A Room: Volume 1. The lead track on Volume 1, it was serviced to country radio on July 17 as the album's second single. It won the awards for Best Country Song at the 60th Grammy Awards, and Single of the Year and Song of the Year and the 52nd Country Music Association Awards. Additionally, it received a nomination for Single Record of the Year at the 53rd Academy of Country Music Awards, 


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2017
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Seen my share of broken halos
Folded wings that used to fly
They've all gone wherever they go
Broken halos that used to shine

Angels come down from the heavens
Just to help us on our way
Come to teach us, then they leave us
And they find some other soul to save

Seen my share of broken halos
Folded wings that used to fly
They've all gone wherever they go
Broken halos that used to shine
Broken halos that used to shine

Don't go looking for the reasons
Don't go asking Jesus why
We're not meant to know the answers
They belong to the by and by
They belong to the by and by

Seen my share of broken halos
Folded wings that used to fly
They've all gone wherever they go
Broken halos that used to shine
Broken halos that used to shine
Broken halos that used to shine
Broken halos that used to shine

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Chris Stapleton

Christopher Alvin Stapleton (born April 15, 1978) is an American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and record producer. He was born in Lexington, Kentucky, and grew up in Staffordsville, Kentucky, until moving to Nashville, Tennessee, in 2001 to pursue a career in music writing songs. Subsequently, Stapleton signed a contract with Sea Gayle Music to write and publish his music.As of 2018 Stapleton has amassed credits writing and co-writing over 170 songs. He has co-written six number-one country songs including Kenny Chesney's five-week number-one "Never Wanted Nothing More", George Strait's "Love's Gonna Make It Alright", and Luke Bryan's "Drink a Beer". His songs have appeared on many artists albums including Adele, Brad Paisley, a… more »

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Written by: Christopher Alvin Stapleton, Michael James Henderson

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13 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Broken Halos" was written by Chris Stapleton and Mike Henderson. The two also worked together in Stapleton's former band, The SteelDrivers.
Album Placement
The song is the opening track on Chris Stapleton's second studio album - "From A Room: Volume 1," which was released in May 2017.
Award Accolades
This song won the Grammy Award for Best Country Song in 2018 and the Country Music Association Award for Song of the Year in 2017. It's the first time Stapleton has won the Grammy for Best Country Song.
Chart Performance
"Broken Halos" peaked at number 45 on Billboard's Hot 100 chart, making it one of Stapleton's more successful singles.
Personal Connection
Stapleton has said the song is about people who enter your life and then leave unexpectedly, like angels.
Album Success
"From A Room: Volume 1" debuted at number 2 on the US Billboard 200 chart, and later won the Country Music Association Award for Album of the Year.
Production
Produced by the revered Nashville music producer Dave Cobb, "Broken Halos" showcases Stapleton’s soulful and gritty vocals with a straightforward guitar-driven melody.
Song Theme
The theme of the song is about loss and dealing with death, which are conveyed through Stapleton's emotional and heartfelt rendering.
Music Style
Stapleton is known for blending genres, and "Broken Halos" is a perfect example of his mix of country, bluegrass, and blues influences.
Instrumentation
The song prominently features an acoustic guitar and a mandolin, which gives it a rustic and country folk tone.
Impact
Even though the song discusses a heavy topic, it’s seen as a source of comfort and encouragement for many people going through tough times. Plenty of fans have expressed their appreciation for the hopeful message it conveys.
Critical Acclaim
Music critics praised "Broken Halos" for its simplicity and Stapleton's potent delivery. It also received positive reviews from fans for its touching lyrics and emotional resonance.
Album Diversity
Despite the somber tone of "Broken Halos," the rest of the album it comes from, "From A Room: Volume 1," features a variety of styles and tones, making "Broken Halos" a standout track.

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