Chris Stapleton’s Broken Halos Won “Best Country Song” at 2018 Grammy Awards

By Sarah Netemeyer
• - 3/23/23

Country music singer-songwriter Chris Stapleton's "Broken Halos" has won 'Best Country Song' at 2018 Grammy Awards. More here!

Chris Stapleton’s Broken Halos is a poignant and heartfelt tribute to those who have passed away.  Released in 2017, “Broken Halos” quickly became one of Stapleton’s most popular songs. The track features his signature blend of country, rock, and blues, and showcases his incredible vocal range. The song’s lyrics are simple but powerful, expressing a sense of loss and longing that will resonate with anyone who has experienced the pain of losing someone they love.  This song also reached #1 on the Country Music Radio airplay chart.

Country music sensation Chris Stapleton and co-writer Mike Henderson were awarded the 018 Grammy Award for ‘Best Country Song’ for “Broken Halos.” They proved victorious over the following:

• “Better Man”
  Taylor Swift, songwriter (Little Big Town)
• “Body Like A Back Road”
  Zach Crowell, Sam Hunt, Shane McAnally & Josh Osborne, songwriters (Sam Hunt)
• “Drinkin’ Problem”
  Jess Carson, Cameron Duddy, Shane McAnally, Josh Osborne & Mark Wystrach, songwriters (Midland)
• “Tin Man”
  Jack Ingram, Miranda Lambert & Jon Randall, songwriters (Miranda Lambert)

Check out the official audio video, watch the live performance video and see the written lyrics below.

Chris Stapleton Broken Halos Official Audio Video

Check out Chris Stapleton performing “Broken Halos” live at Farm Aid 2018

“Broken Halos” Lyrics

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

Ultimately, “Broken Halos” is a testament to the power of music to heal and to bring people together. It is a song that speaks to the pain of loss and the resilience of the human spirit. With its haunting melody and heartfelt lyrics, it is no wonder that it has become such a beloved song for so many people. Chris Stapleton has truly created a masterpiece with “Broken Halos,” a song that will undoubtedly stand the test of time.

Congrats to Chris on another big win!