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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,more »
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Seen my share of broken halosFolded wings that used to flyThey've all gone wherever they goBroken halos that used to shineAngels come down from the heavensJust to help us on our wayCome to teach us, then they leave usAnd they find some other soul to saveSeen my share of broken halosFolded wings that used to flyThey've all gone wherever they goBroken halos that used to shineBroken halos that used to shineDon't go looking for the reasonsDon't go asking Jesus whyWe're not meant to know the answersThey belong to the by and byThey belong to the by and bySeen my share of broken halosFolded wings that used to flyThey've all gone wherever they goBroken halos that used to shineBroken halos that used to shineBroken halos that used to shineBroken 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
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Spirit Music Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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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 PlacementThe song is the opening track on Chris Stapleton's second studio album - "From A Room: Volume 1," which was released in May 2017. |
Award AccoladesThis 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 ConnectionStapleton 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. |
ProductionProduced by the revered Nashville music producer Dave Cobb, "Broken Halos" showcases Stapleton’s soulful and gritty vocals with a straightforward guitar-driven melody. |
Song ThemeThe theme of the song is about loss and dealing with death, which are conveyed through Stapleton's emotional and heartfelt rendering. |
Music StyleStapleton is known for blending genres, and "Broken Halos" is a perfect example of his mix of country, bluegrass, and blues influences. |
InstrumentationThe song prominently features an acoustic guitar and a mandolin, which gives it a rustic and country folk tone. |
ImpactEven 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 AcclaimMusic 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 DiversityDespite 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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