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Song Lesson: Broken Halos by Chris Stapleton
Learn How to Play “Broken Halos" by Chris Stapleton on Guitar with Tab, Video Lessons, and More!
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About this course
Learn how to play “Broken Halos” by Chris Stapleton with this heartfelt, rootsy Song Lesson taught by TrueFire educator Matthew Lee. Known for its stripped-down power and soulful delivery, “Broken Halos” blends acoustic-driven Americana with gospel and country influences—making it an ideal study in rhythm, tone, and emotional expression. Whether you’re a beginner looking for a singable strum-along or an intermediate player exploring modern country arrangements, this lesson gives you everything you need to master the song in a full-band context.
This lesson is designed for guitarists of all levels and walks you through three guitar parts: a simplified strum-along version, and two authentic acoustic arrangements that bring Stapleton’s studio performance to life. You’ll not only learn how to play the chords and rhythm patterns, but also how to capture the laid-back groove and heartfelt delivery that define the track.
You’ll start with a song overview and a full-band performance to understand the song’s flow, feel, and arrangement. From there, each guitar part is broken down into its own sequence of videos: a detailed lesson with step-by-step instruction, a guided practice session with the educator, and a full-band playalong so you can rehearse in a realistic musical environment.
The included backing track features bass, drums, acoustic guitars, vocals, and a click track—giving you the chance to practice in a setting that mirrors a real studio session. TrueFire’s advanced learning tools, including synced tab and notation, looping, slow-motion, and multi-angle video, allow you to learn each part at your own pace and revisit key sections as needed.
Throughout the course, you’ll build essential skills like open-position chord transitions, steady strumming, groove control, and dynamic sensitivity. You’ll also gain valuable insight into the acoustic rhythm techniques and stylistic nuances that define modern country and Americana music.
Whether you're a Chris Stapleton fan, a singer-songwriter looking to expand your repertoire, or a developing guitarist aiming to refine your rhythm and feel, this Song Lesson offers a powerful and rewarding experience. With Matthew Lee’s expert instruction and TrueFire’s interactive learning platform, you’ll walk away with not just the ability to play “Broken Halos”—but the confidence to perform it with authenticity and heart.
This lesson is designed for guitarists of all levels and walks you through three guitar parts: a simplified strum-along version, and two authentic acoustic arrangements that bring Stapleton’s studio performance to life. You’ll not only learn how to play the chords and rhythm patterns, but also how to capture the laid-back groove and heartfelt delivery that define the track.
You’ll start with a song overview and a full-band performance to understand the song’s flow, feel, and arrangement. From there, each guitar part is broken down into its own sequence of videos: a detailed lesson with step-by-step instruction, a guided practice session with the educator, and a full-band playalong so you can rehearse in a realistic musical environment.
The included backing track features bass, drums, acoustic guitars, vocals, and a click track—giving you the chance to practice in a setting that mirrors a real studio session. TrueFire’s advanced learning tools, including synced tab and notation, looping, slow-motion, and multi-angle video, allow you to learn each part at your own pace and revisit key sections as needed.
Throughout the course, you’ll build essential skills like open-position chord transitions, steady strumming, groove control, and dynamic sensitivity. You’ll also gain valuable insight into the acoustic rhythm techniques and stylistic nuances that define modern country and Americana music.
Whether you're a Chris Stapleton fan, a singer-songwriter looking to expand your repertoire, or a developing guitarist aiming to refine your rhythm and feel, this Song Lesson offers a powerful and rewarding experience. With Matthew Lee’s expert instruction and TrueFire’s interactive learning platform, you’ll walk away with not just the ability to play “Broken Halos”—but the confidence to perform it with authenticity and heart.
What you'll learn
- Play 'Broken Halos' using capo at first fret
- Play a stripped-down acoustic arrangement
- Navigate a simple song structure with bridge section
- Observe how the guitar solo integrates into the song structure
- Understand the flow and structure of the full song arrangement
Release date: 07/02/2025 • 0h 51m runtime
Sample lessons
Full Song Performance
Reference Video
What's included
11 lessons • 6 charts • 4 Jam Tracks
Broken Halos by Chris Stapleton
Hi, this is Matthew Lee, and we're going to take a look at the Chris Stapleton song "Broken Halos." It's a powerful track about those who passed away before their time and was a huge hit for Chris. From a guitar player's perspective, it’s a very stripped-down arrangement—there are only two acoustic guitars on the recording.
I’ll walk you through how to play it using a capo. While it's played with G shapes, the capo shifts it into the key of A♭. The song features just a handful of chords—about four in total—with a bridge section that introduces a couple of new ideas. Overall, it's a fairly simple tune to get under your fingers.
So grab your guitar, and let’s dive into "Broken Halos."
I’ll walk you through how to play it using a capo. While it's played with G shapes, the capo shifts it into the key of A♭. The song features just a handful of chords—about four in total—with a bridge section that introduces a couple of new ideas. Overall, it's a fairly simple tune to get under your fingers.
So grab your guitar, and let’s dive into "Broken Halos."
Full Song Performance
Here’s the full reference video, which includes the complete performance of the song along with all the individual parts you’ll be learning in this lesson.
Easy Guitar | Lesson
First, we’ll walk through the Easy Guitar version of the song, where we’ll focus on simple chord shapes and strumming patterns. You’ll also get a chance to practice along with me and then play it with the full band.
Easy Guitar | Practice Session
First, we’ll walk through the Easy Guitar version of the song, where we’ll focus on simple chord shapes and strumming patterns. You’ll also get a chance to practice along with me and then play it with the full band.
Easy Guitar | Playalong
First, we’ll walk through the Easy Guitar version of the song, where we’ll focus on simple chord shapes and strumming patterns. You’ll also get a chance to practice along with me and then play it with the full band.
Acoustic Guitar 1 | Lesson
Next, we’ll break down the first acoustic guitar part as heard on the original recording. Just like before, you’ll practice it with me step by step and then lock it in by playing along with the band.
Acoustic Guitar 1 | Practice Session
Next, we’ll break down the first acoustic guitar part as heard on the original recording. Just like before, you’ll practice it with me step by step and then lock it in by playing along with the band.
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