[Intro]
G Csus2 G Em7
Seen my share of broken halos
G Csus2 G
Folded wings that used to fly
Csus2 G Em7
They've all gone wherever they go
G Csus2 G Em7 G Csus2 G
Broken halos that used to shine
[Verse]
G Csus2 G Em7
Angels come down from the heavens
G Csus2 G
Just to help us on our way
Csus2 G Em7
Come to teach us, then they leave us
G Csus2 G
And they find some other soul to save
[Chorus]
G Csus2 G Em7
Seen my share of broken halos
G Csus2 G
Folded wings that used to fly
Csus2 G Em7
They've all gone wherever they go
G Csus2 G Em7
Broken halos that used to shine
G Csus2 G Bm G Bm C
Broken halos that used to shine
[Verse 2]
G Csus2 G Em7
Don't go lookin' for the reasons
G Csus2 G
Don't go askin' Jesus why
Csus2 G Em7
We're not meant to know the answers
G Csus2 G Em7
They belong to the by and by
G Csus2 G
They belong to the by and by
[Chorus]
G Csus2 G Em7
Seen my share of broken halos
G Csus2 G
Folded wings that used to fly
Csus2 G Em7
They've all gone wherever they go
G Csus2 G Em7
Broken halos that used to shine
[Outro]
G Csus2 G Em7
Broken halos that used to shine
G Csus2 G Em7
Broken halos that used to shine
G Csus2 G Em7
Broken halos that used to shine
G Csus2 G
Broken halos that used to shine
How to play "Broken Halos" by Chris Stapleton on guitar
Intro & Verse Chord Progression:
- Start with G major, followed by Csus2 to create a reflective and melodic
opening that introduces the theme of the song.
- Use Em7 to add a melancholic tone, enhancing the song's emotional depth.
Playing the Chords:
- G major: Index on 2nd fret A, middle on 3rd fret low E, and ring on 3rd fret high E.
- Csus2: Place your ring finger on the 3rd fret of the A string, and index on the 1st fret
of the D string, letting the G string ring open.
- Em7: Place your index finger on the 2nd fret of the A string and middle finger on the
2nd fret of the D string, with the G string open and the B string on the 3rd fret.
- Bm: Barre the 2nd fret from A to high E, place your middle on 3rd fret B,
ring on 4th fret D, and pinky on 4th fret G.
- C: Index on 1st fret B, middle on 2nd fret D, and ring on 3rd fret A.
Strumming Pattern:
- Opt for a gentle strumming pattern using mostly downstrokes to keep the rhythm
simple and supportive of the vocal melody.
Chorus Dynamics:
- Maintain the same chord progression as the verses but consider strumming a bit
more forcefully to bring out the chorus's reflective lyrics.
Common Mistakes:
- Ensure smooth transitions between Csus2 and G, which can be tricky due to their
open and suspended nature.
- Be careful not to mute the open strings in Csus2 and Em7, as they are essential
for the chords' full resonant sound.
Outro:
- Reiterate the intro and verse progression, slowing down towards the end to
give the song a reflective closure.
Song's Theme:
- The lyrics contemplate loss and the transient nature of guidance and protection,
symbolized by "broken halos," suggesting themes of acceptance and the ephemeral
nature of life.
Practice the chord transitions and focus on conveying the song's emotive content
through your strumming dynamics to effectively deliver "Broken Halos."
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