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Christopher Alvin Stapleton[1][2] (born April 15, 1978) is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist. Born in Kentucky, Stapleton moved to Nashville in 1996 to study for an engineering degree from Vanderbilt University, but dropped out to pursue a career in music. Shortly after, he signed a contract with Sea Gayle Music to write and publish his music.[3]

Stapleton has co-written six number-one singles for other artists on the Hot Country Songs chart[4] including Kenny Chesney's five-week number-one "Never Wanted Nothing More", Josh Turner's "Your Man", George Strait's "Love's Gonna Make It Alright", and Luke Bryan's "Drink a Beer".[5] He has been credited on albums for artists including Adele, Kelly Clarkson, Brad Paisley, Dierks Bentley, and Taylor Swift.[6] He has co-written with Vince Gill, Peter Frampton, Sheryl Crow, and Ed Sheeran, among others.[7]

As a recording artist, Stapleton served as a vocalist in two bands: the bluegrass ensemble the SteelDrivers and the rock band the Jompson Brothers, before emerging as a solo act. His debut solo album, Traveller (2015), peaked on top of the US Billboard 200 and received septuple platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). His 2015 cover of the song "Tennessee Whiskey" received diamond certification by the RIAA. His second studio album, From A Room: Volume 1 (2017) earned him a second CMA Award for Album of the Year and a Grammy Award for Best Country Album. His third, From A Room: Volume 2 (2017) peaked at number two on the Billboard 200, and his fourth, Starting Over (2020), won his third Grammy for Best Country Album. The title track was issued as its lead single.

Stapleton has been recognized with awards including eleven Grammy Awards, eleven Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards, and fifteen Country Music Association (CMA) Awards. He was named the ACM's Artist-Songwriter of the Decade in September 2019.[8] In 2023, Rolling Stone ranked Stapleton at number 170 on its list of the 200 Greatest Singers of All Time.[9]

Early life

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Stapleton was born in Lexington, Kentucky.[10] His mother, Carol J. (née Mace) Stapleton, worked at the local health department and his father, Herbert Joseph Stapleton Jr. (1946–2013),[11][12] was an engineer in coal mines. Chris comes from a family of coal miners.[13][14] He has an older brother, Herbert Joseph III and younger sister, Melanie Brooke.[15][16]

Chris Stapleton grew up in the small town of Staffordsville, Kentucky, right outside of Paintsville, which is between Staffordsville and Paintsville Lake, a reservoir.[13] Staffordsville is east of Lexington. He graduated from Johnson Central High School in Paintsville where he played football—opposite future NFL draft #1 pick Tim Couch on three occasions—and was class valedictorian.[17][18]

Career

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Career beginnings and bands

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In 1996, Stapleton moved to Nashville to study biomedical engineering at Vanderbilt University.[19][20][21] He switched to business school, but when he discovered that songwriting could be a career after meeting a salaried songwriter[19] he took to songwriting instead. He signed with publishing house Sea Gayle Music shortly after moving to Nashville[22] and earned a reputation as a versatile and prolific songwriter. Over the next ten years he wrote more than one thousand songs.[19]

In 2007, he formed a bluegrass group, the SteelDrivers, to perform his songs.[23] The band had two hit records; each peaked at number 2 on the bluegrass chart before Stapleton left in 2010[24] to form a Southern rock band called the Jompson Brothers,[25] which consisted of Stapleton on vocals, Greg McKee on guitar, J.T. Cure on bass, and Bard McNamee on drums. They toured regionally until 2013 and at one point opened for the Zac Brown Band.[26] The band independently released a self-titled album in November 2010,[27] after which Stapleton went solo. The title track of his first album, Traveller, was composed while he and his wife were on a road trip to New Mexico in 2013.[19]

In 2013, Stapleton signed to Mercury Nashville, a division of Universal Music Group Nashville, as a solo artist.[28][29] His first single, "What Are You Listening To?", was released in October 2013, but did not perform as expected.[30] The single was part of an album that was recorded, but never released. Stapleton also cowrote the theme "All-Nighter Comin'" to the WSM-AM show The WSM All Nighter with Marcia Campbell, an American radio show with a large trucker following. He co-wrote the song with Vince Gill and Al Anderson and Gill featured on vocals on the track.[31] Songs written by Stapleton have been included in the soundtracks of several feature films, including Valentine's Day,[32] Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip,[33] and Hell or High Water.[34]

In 2013, Stapleton and his wife Morgane sang the Waylon Jennings song "Amanda" live at the Grand Ole Opry.[35] They also played an NPR Tiny Desk Concert in November 2015.[36] At the 2014 CMT Artist of the Year event, Stapleton performed with Lady A, who played Stapleton's song, "Drink a Beer", which Luke Bryan had recorded, in honor of Bryan who was unable to attend the ceremony.[37] Stapleton had previously sung it during Bryan's 2013 CMA Awards performance of the same song.[30]

Solo studio albums

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A picture of country music singer Chris Stapleton playing an electric guitar
Stapleton at the Austin City Limits Music Festival in October 2016

Stapleton's debut solo album, Traveller, was released on May 5, 2015.[38][39] It was recorded in Nashville's RCA Studio A. Stapleton co-produced the album with producer Dave Cobb.[40] On the album he played guitar and sang with a live band made up of bass player J.T. Cure (from the Jompson Brothers), pedal steel player Robby Turner, drummer Derek Mixon, Mickey Raphael on harmonica, and wife Morgane Stapleton singing harmonies.[41] Stapleton emphasized the importance of the band lineup that came together during the making and promotion of the record. He said his familiarity with Cure and Mixon (he had known and played with Cure for over 20 years), plus Cobb's producing, which included contributing acoustic guitar, had added to the richness of making the record.[42]

Stapleton composed the title track "Traveller" as he and his wife were driving through New Mexico on their way back to Nashville in a 1979 Jeep his wife had bought him, which they had flown to Phoenix, to acquire.[43][31] His wife helped him to sift through 15 years of songs to pick nine to record.[44]

Stapleton won three awards at the 2015 Country Music Association Awards: Album of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year, and New Artist of the Year.[45] At the CMA Awards, he performed with Justin Timberlake his version of the song popularized as a David Allan Coe live-show staple, "Tennessee Whiskey", and Timberlake's "Drink You Away".[46] This performance was considered a career-defining moment by music publications,[47][48] and with his wins that night he was lifted to national prominence.[49] In December 2015, Stapleton received the 2015 CMT Artists of the Year Breakout award during a live performance at the annual CMT Artists of the Year show.[50][51][52] Traveller was nominated for the Grammy Award for Album of the Year and won the categories Best Country Album and Best Country Solo Performance.[53] It also won the Academy of Country Music Award for Album of the Year[54] and was the top selling country album of 2016.[55] The album had sold a total of 2 million copies in the US by July 2017.[56]

In 2016, Chris, with Morgane, contributed the track "You Are My Sunshine" to producer Dave Cobb's compilation record project, Southern Family.[57][58] Chris Stapleton collaborated with Jake Owen on the song "If He Ain't Gonna Love You" on Owen's album American Love.[59] Stapleton performed on the main stage at the 2016 Country to Country festival in Europe along with Andrew Combs, Kacey Musgraves and headliner Eric Church. Stapleton was the musical guest on the Saturday Night Live episode which aired January 16, 2016, alongside host Adam Driver. He performed "Parachute" and "Nobody to Blame" from Traveller.[60]

In January 2016, Stapleton performed "Either Way", a song he had written with Kendall Marvel and Tim James, at the Country Radio Hall of Fame's Country Radio Seminar in Nashville. Lee Ann Womack had previously recorded it for her 2008 album, Call Me Crazy.[61] The track was featured on his second studio album, From A Room: Volume 1, released on May 5, 2017.[62] Volume 1 was named after Nashville's RCA Studio A, where it was recorded during the winter of 2016–17.[63] The same month, Stapleton embarked on his All-American Road Show Tour.[64] Volume 1 was certified gold in the US, giving Stapleton his second CMA for Album of the Year,[65] and became the best-selling country album of 2017.[66] His third studio album, From A Room: Volume 2, was released on December 1, 2017.[67] Both albums, Volume 1 and Volume 2, debuted at number two on the Billboard 200 charts.[68]

Stapleton was the musical guest on Saturday Night Live for a second time on January 27, 2018, where he performed songs from From A Room: Volume 2 with Sturgill Simpson.[69] In March, "Broken Halos" on From A Room: Volume 1 reached the top of the Country Airplay chart.[70] It earned him accolades for Song and Single of the Year at the 52nd CMAs. He won Male Vocalist of the Year for a fourth time.[71]

On August 28, 2020, Stapleton released a single, "Starting Over", a song he previously performed on tour. It was the lead single from his album of the same name and was his first single release since 2018's "Millionaire".[72] He released a second single, "Cold", on September 25, 2020.[73] He was Male Vocalist of the Year for the fourth time at the 2021 Country Music Association Awards, and Male Artist of the Year for the third time at the 2022 Academy of Country Music Awards,[74] where he performed "You'll Never Leave Harlan Alive" with Patty Loveless.[75]

Other projects and collaborations

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Country music singer Chris Stapleton performing.
Stapleton at the 2022 Gershwin Prize

Stapleton co-wrote three songs for Justin Timberlake's studio album Man of the Woods (2018), including their collaboration "Say Something", which reached the top ten list on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.[76][77] In the same year, Stapleton recorded a cover of "I Want Love" for Restoration: Reimagining the Songs of Elton John and Bernie Taupin.[78]

On April 28, 2019, Stapleton appeared as an extra in "The Long Night", the third episode of the eighth season of the HBO series Game of Thrones.[79]

On August 6, 2019, John Mayer invited Stapleton on stage at his concert to perform a song they had written the day before, titled "I Just Remembered That I Didn't Care". He stayed on stage for a performance of Mayer's "Slow Dancing in a Burning Room".[80]

On July 5, 2019, Stapleton, together with Bruno Mars and Ed Sheeran, released Blow, on which Stapleton contributed songwriting and vocals. Bruno Mars played all instruments on the track except bass guitar.[81] The song was written in a basement in Nashville.[82]

Over the course of 2019 and 2020, Stapleton recorded and wrote songs with Mike Campbell, formerly the guitarist of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers. Campbell and fellow Heartbreaker Benmont Tench played on Stapleton's album Starting Over, and Stapleton featured on the Dirty Knobs' album Wreckless Abandon.[83]

On August 5, 2021, Stapleton was featured on Taylor Swift's second re-recorded album, Red (Taylor's Version), on the track "I Bet You Think About Me".[84] Stapleton contributed a cover of the Metallica song "Nothing Else Matters" to the charity tribute album The Metallica Blacklist, released in September 2021.[85] He was credited as a vocalist on Adele's album 30, appearing on an alternative version of "Easy on Me".

Stapleton collaborated with Rage Against the Machine and Audioslave guitarist Tom Morello in the writing and performance of the track "The War Inside" on Morello's 2021 album The Atlas Underground Fire.

On February 12, 2023, at Super Bowl LVII, Stapleton sang the United States' national anthem at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. The lyrics were signed in American Sign Language by Oscar-winning actor Troy Kotsur.[86]

Stapleton was joined by Cindy Blackman Santana and Snoop Dogg in recording a cover of Phil Collins' "In the Air Tonight" as the 2023 opening theme song for Monday Night Football.

Artistry

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Stapleton's musical influences range from outlaw country and bluegrass to rock and roll and blues.[87] NPR and Paste magazine described his sound as a blend of country, classic rock and Southern soul.[88][89] Before going solo, Stapleton led the progressive bluegrass band the SteelDrivers and the rock and roll band the Jompson Brothers.[90] His first solo album, Traveller, was an old-school country, Southern rock and bluegrass record;[91][92] his second, From A Room: Volume 1, focused on country, blues and roots rock.[93] He played acoustic guitar and electric guitar on both albums.[94][95]

Stapleton is a soul singer[96] with a tenor vocal range. Los Angeles Times writer Randy Lewis said in 2015 that his singing recalled "the note-bending style of country that traces to Merle Haggard and Lefty Frizzell and the gut-wrenching expressionism of blues and R&B perfected by Ray Charles", while his guitar performances elicited "memories of Texas blues rocker Stevie Ray Vaughan".[97] Stapleton has cited Charles, Otis Redding, and Freddie King as some of his musical influences,[98][99] along with Kentucky-based country artists, Keith Whitley, Dwight Yoakam and Patty Loveless. [...] "Those names are just part of life in Kentucky. You can't help but be aware of them and be influenced by them."[10]

Personal life

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Country music singer Morgane Stapleton.
Morgane Stapleton in 2016

Stapleton is married to singer-songwriter Morgane Hayes. The couple met when they were working at adjacent publishing houses and married in 2007.[42] Stapleton and his wife have five children: a son born in 2009, a daughter born in 2010, twin sons born in 2018, and a son born in 2019.[100] They live in Nashville.[7]

Awards

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Main article: List of awards and nominations received by Chris Stapleton

Stapleton has received numerous awards and nominations. He is the recipient of eleven Grammy Awards,[101][102] eleven Academy of Country Music Awards,[103] fifteen Country Music Association Awards,[43][104] five Billboard Music Awards,[105][106] two iHeartRadio Music Awards,[107][108] among others. For his work as composer he has received nine ASCAP Country awards, including the Vanguard Award.[109] In 2019, Stapleton was recognized by the Academy of Country Music as the inaugural ACM artist-songwriter of the decade.[8] Traveller was Billboard's Top Country Album of the decade.[110]

Discography

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Main article: Chris Stapleton discography

Tours and concerts

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Stapleton performing in Washington, D.C., in 2020

Headlining

Co-headlining

Opening act

See also

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References

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Christopher Alvin Stapleton (born April 15, 1978) is an American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and musician renowned for his contributions to , blending traditional country, , and influences. Born in , and raised in the rural town of Staffordsville, Stapleton grew up in a family immersed in blue-collar life, with his father working as a coal miner and his mother in , which shaped his authentic, heartfelt songwriting style. He began playing guitar as a teenager, self-taught after just one lesson, and moved to Nashville in 2001 to pursue music full-time after briefly studying engineering at . Stapleton's career initially flourished as a prolific songwriter, penning numerous hits for other artists after signing a publishing deal with Sea Gayle Music shortly after arriving in Nashville. Notable compositions include "Your Man" for (2006), which became his first No. 1, as well as tracks like "Never Goin' Back" for , "Drink a Beer" for , and "Come Back Song" for . He also co-founded the bluegrass band in 2008, contributing to their Grammy-nominated albums The SteelDrivers (2008) and Hammer Down (2010), before leaving to form the rock-oriented side project in 2010. His songwriting extended to pop and rock, including co-writing Adele's "Cold Little Heart" for her 2015 album 25. Stapleton achieved breakout success as a solo artist with his debut album Traveller in 2015, released after he was dropped from Mercury Nashville, which unexpectedly topped the and won multiple awards for its raw, autobiographical tracks like "Tennessee Whiskey" and "Traveller." Follow-up releases include From A Room: Volume 1 (2017) and Volume 2 (2017), both produced by and earning Grammy wins; Starting Over (2020), featuring collaborations with artists like and ; and Higher (2023), which includes hits "" and "Think I'm In Love With You." In 2025, he released singles such as "A Song To Sing" with and "Bad As I Used To Be" for the F1 The Album soundtrack, alongside "Heart Letting Go" for Netflix's Nobody Wants This. Known for his gravelly voice and electrifying live performances, Stapleton has headlined tours like the All-American Road Show and performed at major events, including the at in 2023. Throughout his career, Stapleton has amassed significant accolades, including 11 —such as five for Best Country Solo Performance—19 (CMA) Awards, including a record eight Male Vocalist of the Year wins, and 21 (ACM) Awards, with the ACM Artist-Songwriter of the Decade honor in 2019. In 2025, he won his fifth for Best Country Solo Performance for "It Takes a Woman" from Higher. On a personal note, Stapleton has been married to Morgane since 2007; they collaborate frequently, including on Higher, which she co-produced, and share five children while often touring as a family. Together, they founded the Outlaw State of Kind fund to support and humanitarian causes.

Early Life

Childhood and Family

Christopher Alvin Stapleton was born on April 15, 1978, in , to Herbert Joseph Stapleton Jr., an engineer in the industry, and Carol Stapleton, a worker at the local health department. His father, who passed away in October 2013, came from a of coal miners, reflecting the working-class roots common in eastern . Stapleton grew up primarily in Staffordsville, a small rural town in Johnson County, eastern , though his family relocated within the region due to his father's job in the sector. This nomadic early environment in mountainous Appalachian communities shaped his connection to Kentucky's cultural landscape. He was raised alongside two siblings: an older brother, Herbert Joseph Stapleton III, and a younger sister, Melanie Brooke Stapleton. In a modest working-class household, Stapleton's family fostered a rich auditory backdrop through radio broadcasts in his father's car and occasional live music events, introducing him to a blend of , , and R&B artists like and . His father's rigorous work ethic in the demanding coal industry instilled in him a strong sense of discipline and perseverance, values Stapleton has often credited for his later career drive. Meanwhile, his mother's steady role in provided emotional stability amid the uncertainties of frequent relocations and economic pressures. This early familial exposure to diverse sounds laid the groundwork for Stapleton's self-taught guitar skills in his teens.

Initial Musical Interests

Stapleton's initial musical interests were shaped by the diverse sounds emanating from his family's radio in eastern , where his parents frequently played country staples like and alongside blues, soul, and R&B genres. This exposure fostered a broad appreciation for music from an early age, blending traditional country with more eclectic influences that would later inform his style. Growing up in the rural setting of Staffordsville in Johnson County, he absorbed these sounds as a backdrop to daily life, sparking a self-directed curiosity that extended beyond mere listening. In his early teens, around age twelve, Stapleton began playing guitar, teaching himself the instrument after just one formal lesson and drawing initial inspiration from the radio's mix of country, blues, and rock. During his high school years at Johnson Central High School in , where he graduated as in 1996, he continued to explore music independently, incorporating rap artists such as and into his listening habits while also engaging with Kentucky-rooted country figures like and , as well as rock acts including and & . These formative experiences in Johnson County honed his ear for genre-blending sounds, emphasizing raw emotion and storytelling that resonated with his Appalachian surroundings. He also started experimenting with songwriting during this period, crafting original compositions that reflected the landscapes and cultural rhythms of his home. Despite his growing passion for music, Stapleton initially pursued a more conventional path by enrolling at in Nashville in 1996 to study but switched to after one year, attending for two more years. However, the irresistible pull of music led him to drop out and return to , prioritizing his creative pursuits over academic and engineering ambitions. This brief college stint underscored the depth of his early musical awakening, redirecting his focus toward songwriting and performance as he navigated odd jobs back home while refining his craft.

Music Career

Songwriting and Band Formations

At the age of 18, Chris Stapleton moved to Nashville, Tennessee, in 1996 to study biomedical engineering at Vanderbilt University, but he dropped out after a year and returned to Kentucky. He worked odd jobs such as a gas station attendant and played music in local bars before moving back to Nashville in 2001 to pursue music full-time. After several years of persistence, he signed a publishing deal with Sea Gayle Music in 2001, where he honed his craft writing for other artists across genres. Stapleton's songwriting gained traction with hits for prominent country performers, including his first No. 1 "Your Man" for (2006), co-writing the title track "There's More Where That Came From" for Lee Ann Womack's 2005 album, which peaked at No. 5 on the chart. He later contributed "Come Back Song" to Darius Rucker's 2010 album Charleston, SC 1966, a track that reached No. 4 on the country charts and showcased his ability to blend heartfelt narratives with upbeat rhythms. In 2013, Stapleton co-wrote "" for Luke Bryan's album , a poignant about loss that became a top-20 hit and earned critical praise for its emotional depth. These successes established him as a versatile Nashville songwriter, though much of his work remained behind the scenes. Parallel to his publishing career, Stapleton explored performing through bands that reflected his broad musical interests. In 2007, he formed the rock/soul outfit with guitarist Greg McKee, bassist J.T. Cure, and drummer Bard McNamee, releasing a self-titled album in 2010 that featured raw, guitar-driven tracks like "Ride My Rocket." The group toured actively until 2013 but struggled for mainstream breakthrough despite opening for acts like . Earlier, in 2008, Stapleton joined the bluegrass group The SteelDrivers as lead vocalist and guitarist, bringing his powerful baritone to their traditional sound rooted in Appalachian traditions. The band's self-titled debut album in 2008 earned a Grammy nomination for Best Bluegrass Album in 2009, with the single "Blue Side of the Mountain" also nominated for Best Country Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals. Stapleton departed in 2010 to pursue other projects, but co-wrote several songs for their 2013 album Hammer Down, helping elevate the band's profile in the bluegrass scene. By 2013, Stapleton faced significant setbacks when his debut solo single "What Are You Listening To?" under Mercury Nashville flopped commercially, leading to his label dropping him shortly after release. Combined with the dissolution of and personal losses, including his father's death from cancer that year, Stapleton nearly quit the music industry altogether, contemplating a return to odd jobs before regrouping for his eventual solo breakthrough.

Solo Debut and Album Releases

In 2013, Chris Stapleton signed with Mercury Nashville as a solo artist, marking a pivotal shift after years as a songwriter and band member. His initial project under the label, including the "What Are You Listening To?" released in October 2013, failed to gain significant traction, leading the label to shelve a planned self-titled or EP. This setback prompted Stapleton to record new material independently with producer at in Nashville, drawing from personal experiences like a motorcycle accident and reflections on life. The resulting , Traveller, was ultimately released by Mercury Nashville on May 5, 2015, and debuted at No. 1 on the after Stapleton's breakout performance at the 2015 CMA Awards. Featuring raw, soulful tracks like the title song "Traveller" and the cover "," which became crossover hits peaking at No. 1 on the chart, the established Stapleton as a major solo force and has since sold over three million copies in the U.S. Building on this momentum, Stapleton released the first installment of his From A Room series in May 2017, titled From A Room: Volume 1, recorded at Nashville's historic and named after its original designation as "Room A." The nine-track album debuted at No. 1 on the chart and won the Grammy Award for Best Country Album in 2018. Lead single "," a poignant reflection on loss co-written by Stapleton, topped the chart and earned Song of the Year honors at the 2018 CMAs. Later that year, in December 2017, Stapleton followed with From A Room: Volume 2, which also debuted at No. 1 on the chart and featured covers like "Friendship" with alongside originals exploring themes of resilience and relationships. Stapleton's fourth studio album, Starting Over, arrived on , 2020, via Mercury Nashville, showcasing a diverse range of influences from to and rock across its 14 tracks. The release debuted at No. 1 on the Top Albums chart and No. 3 on the all-genre , with the title track serving as a heartfelt nod to musical heroes like and . In 2023, he issued Higher, his fifth album, which delved into introspective themes of love, loss, and post-pandemic reflection, recorded once again with . It debuted at No. 1 on both the Top Albums and charts, moving 90,000 equivalent album units in its first week. Continuing his output into 2025, Stapleton released the single "Bad As I Used To Be" in May as part of the for the film F1, blending high-energy rock elements with his signature grit. In July, he collaborated with on "A Song To Sing," a emphasizing harmony and storytelling that marked a fresh chapter in his solo catalog. In October, he released "Heart Letting Go" for the of Netflix's Nobody Wants This Season 2. These releases underscored Stapleton's enduring commercial success and artistic evolution.

Collaborations and Side Projects

Stapleton has frequently collaborated with artists across genres, blending his soulful country sound with , and R&B influences. One notable is "Say Something" with from the 2018 album , where Stapleton's gravelly vocals complemented Timberlake's falsetto in a reflective about communication in relationships. Another standout is "Love Me Anyway" with P!nk, released in 2019 as part of her album , which explores vulnerability and forgiveness and peaked at No. 1 on the chart. In 2019, he joined on "Tell Me When It's Over" from her Threads album, a rootsy track that highlighted their shared affinity for classic American music during a performance. Stapleton and his wife, , have shared stages for intimate , including a 2020 cover of Lee Ann Womack's "" performed live on to benefit , emphasizing themes of resilience and hope. Their onstage chemistry extended to the 2020 CMA Awards, where they performed "Starting Over" from his album of the same name, showcasing Morgane's harmonies alongside his lead. More recently, in 2025, Stapleton teamed with for "," their first co-written , which reflects on life's simple joys and was released as a single. Beyond duets, Stapleton has contributed to soundtracks, lending his voice to "" featured in the season 2 finale of the TV series in 2018, where the song's poignant lyrics about loss resonated with the episode's emotional narrative. In 2025, he provided "Bad as I Used to Be" for the F1 movie soundtrack, a high-energy track that captures themes of redemption and speed, aligning with the film's racing motif. Stapleton's production involvement includes early work with The SteelDrivers, the bluegrass band he fronted from 2008 to 2010; he contributed to their self-titled debut album in 2008 and co-wrote songs for their 2013 album Hammer Down, bridging his bluegrass roots with his solo career. He also guested on Adele's 2021 deluxe edition of 30 with a duet version of "Easy on Me," adding country depth to her introspective pop ballad. In a unique side project outside music, Stapleton partnered with NASCAR legend Dale Earnhardt Jr. in 2025 to sponsor JR Motorsports' inaugural Cup Series entry, the No. 40 Traveller Whiskey Chevrolet, for the Daytona 500—a historic venture marking the team's first full-time Cup car and blending Stapleton's whiskey brand with motorsport heritage.

Artistry

Musical Influences and Style

Chris Stapleton's music draws deeply from a diverse array of influences, including blues artists like , whose guitar-driven sound has long resonated with him, as Stapleton has described himself and his band as "huge fans." Soul icons such as and also play a pivotal role, shaping his emotive delivery and rhythmic phrasing, with Stapleton citing their work as key inspirations from his early listening experiences. In the country realm, he looks to outlaw pioneers like , , and for their raw authenticity and narrative depth, influences that inform his unpolished, storytelling-driven approach. Raised in rural eastern , Stapleton's sound is indelibly marked by the region's musical traditions, blending bluegrass, , and Appalachian folk elements that he encountered through local radio, church, and family exposure. This foundation contributes to the organic, rootsy texture in his recordings, where and heartfelt melodies evoke the heritage of his Staffordsville upbringing, often described as the "countriest" place he knows. Stapleton's style has evolved from the raw, predominantly acoustic-driven intimacy of his 2015 debut Traveller to more expansive band arrangements in subsequent releases, incorporating fuller instrumentation and rock-infused energy while retaining his core soulful edge. His 2023 album Higher exemplifies this progression, featuring polished yet dynamic production that amplifies his bluesy riffs and gospel-tinged harmonies across tracks with broader sonic palettes. In 2025 singles like "A Song to Sing" (with ), "Bad As I Used To Be" (for F1 The Album), and "Heart Letting Go" (for Nobody Wants This), Stapleton further explores , and elements, reinforcing his genre-blending approach. While primarily classified as , Stapleton's genre-blending output sparks ongoing debate, incorporating substantial rock, , and R&B crossovers that align him with Americana and aesthetics, as seen in his fusion of traditions with soulful grooves. This hybridity positions him beyond conventional boundaries, emphasizing a versatile sound rooted in personal authenticity rather than rigid categorization.

Songwriting Approach and Vocal Technique

Stapleton's songwriting is deeply autobiographical, often drawing from personal experiences of loss, love, and redemption to craft introspective narratives. For instance, the song "Daddy Doesn't Pray Anymore" reflects on his father's influence and the emotional distance that can emerge in family relationships, written while his father was still alive but released after his death in 2013. His process emphasizes raw, unpolished drafts that capture immediate emotions, frequently developed through collaborative sessions with his wife, Morgane Stapleton, whom he often invites to co-write as a way to spend intentional time together. Central themes in Stapleton's work include vulnerability, recovery, and the rhythms of rural life, portrayed with unflinching honesty. In "Fire Away" (2015), he explores the strain of supporting a partner through personal demons, interpreted as a for and struggles, emphasizing amid hardship. Similarly, "" (2020), a cover reimagined in his style, conveys redemption through devoted partnership and the restorative power of love, highlighting everyday joys against life's challenges. Stapleton's vocal technique features a gravelly timbre with a soulful range that conveys raw emotion, influenced by traditions through emotive phrasing and dynamic control. His delivery often builds intensity with subtle bends and sustains, adding layers of authenticity, particularly in live performances where he incorporates improvisations to deepen the song's impact. In production, he favors organic, methods to preserve a live-in-the-room feel, as seen in the From A Room series (2017), tracked at Nashville's historic with producer to emphasize unadorned instrumentation and natural resonance.

Personal Life

Marriage and Children

Chris Stapleton met his , Morgane Hayes, in 2003 while both were working as songwriters at neighboring music publishing companies in Nashville. The couple dated for several years, collaborating creatively during that time, before marrying on October 27, 2007. Their relationship has been marked by a deep professional and personal partnership, with Morgane often joining Chris on stage as a backup vocalist and contributing to his music as a co-writer on multiple tracks. Stapleton and Morgane have five children together. Their first child, son Waylon, was born in 2009, followed by daughter Ada in 2010. In April 2018, they welcomed twin sons Macon and , who were born more than a month premature and spent a week in the before coming home. Their youngest son arrived in 2019, though his name has not been publicly disclosed. The family resides in Nashville, prioritizing privacy regarding their children while occasionally sharing glimpses of family moments, such as the older kids attending award shows with their parents. Morgane plays an integral role in the family's dynamic, balancing motherhood with her contributions to Chris's career, including performing as part of his touring band. The Stapletons emphasize family unity on the road, with the children frequently traveling together on tour buses to accommodate Chris's extensive performance schedule, turning tours into a shared family experience. This approach allows them to maintain closeness amid a demanding lifestyle in the music industry.

Health Challenges and Advocacy

In the early stages of his career, Chris Stapleton grappled with heavy alcohol consumption, describing it as a "drinking contest with himself" during his 20s that ultimately led to negative health consequences. By his mid-40s, a doctor's recommendation prompted him to significantly reduce his drinking, achieving what he has called an "all but sober" lifestyle several years prior to 2023 without entering rehab. He has credited his wife, Morgane, and their family for providing crucial support during this transition, including joint therapy sessions started during the to address personal and professional stresses. Stapleton faced another health setback in October 2025 when a respiratory illness, diagnosed as , forced him to postpone multiple dates on his All-American Road Show tour, including shows in , and other locations, rescheduling them for 2026 on medical advice to ensure full recovery. This incident underscored his prioritization of vocal health, as he emphasized rest to avoid long-term damage. The death of Stapleton's father, Herbert Joseph Stapleton Jr., in 2013 from complications of profoundly impacted his perspective on mortality and , prompting reflections on work-life balance and the importance of time amid his demanding . Stapleton has actively supported initiatives in the music industry through MusiCares, the Recording Academy's charity, including performances at tribute events like the 2019 gala honoring , with proceeds aiding music professionals facing health crises. Additionally, via partnerships with ACM Lifting Lives, he has contributed to veterans' causes, such as music therapy programs that use to support recovery and reintegration, highlighted in events like the 2016 ACM Party for a Cause. His Outlaw State of Kind foundation further extends this advocacy by funding efforts, including disaster relief that addresses broader wellness needs. In July 2025, the foundation donated $1 million to national and local organizations providing flood relief in .

Awards and Recognition

Grammy Achievements

Chris Stapleton has received 22 Grammy nominations and secured 11 wins as of the 67th Annual Grammy Awards in 2025, earning recognition from the Recording Academy for his contributions to country music. His breakthrough came at the 58th Annual Grammy Awards in 2016, where he won his first two awards for the debut album Traveller: Best Country Album and Best Country Solo Performance for the title track "Traveller." These victories marked Stapleton's entry into the Grammy spotlight, highlighting his raw vocal delivery and songwriting prowess in a genre often dominated by mainstream pop-country acts. Stapleton achieved a career milestone at the 60th Annual Grammy Awards in 2018, sweeping all three of his nominations with wins for Best Country Album (From A Room: Volume 1), Best Country Song ("Broken Halos," co-written with Mike Henderson), and Best Country Solo Performance ("Either Way"). The "Broken Halos" win, in particular, underscored his ability to craft emotionally resonant narratives about loss and redemption, co-written during a personal period of reflection. Subsequent years saw continued acclaim, including a win for Best Country Album at the in 2022 for Starting Over, which celebrated his return to traditional country roots with a mix of covers and originals. In 2025, at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards, Stapleton claimed his 11th for Best Country Solo Performance with "It Takes a Woman" from the album Higher, extending his record with a fifth victory in that category and demonstrating his enduring vocal intensity. Stapleton's nomination trajectory has evolved from five nods in to broader recognition across categories, reflecting his growing influence; as of November 2025, he earned nominations for the 68th Annual (2026) in Best Country Solo Performance for "Bad As I Used To Be" (from the F1 soundtrack) and Best Country Duo/Group Performance for "A Song to Sing" with . These honors have amplified his crossover appeal, drawing acclaim from rock, , and Americana audiences beyond traditional .

CMA and ACM Honors

Chris Stapleton has received 19 (CMA) Awards as of 2024, establishing him as one of the most honored artists in the organization's history and tying for the most wins overall. His breakthrough came at the 2015 CMA Awards, where he achieved the rare Triple Crown by winning New Artist of the Year, Male Vocalist of the Year, and Album of the Year for his debut album Traveller. This sweep marked a pivotal moment, propelling Stapleton from respected songwriter to mainstream country star and highlighting his raw vocal power and songwriting depth. Stapleton's CMA accolades include a record eight Male Vocalist of the Year awards (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024), underscoring his consistent dominance in the category. He has also secured Album of the Year three times: for Traveller in 2015, From A Room: Volume 1 in 2017, and Starting Over in 2021. In 2024, he added three more wins—Male Vocalist of the Year, Single of the Year, and Song of the Year for ""—bringing his total to 19 and further cementing his influence. For the 2025 CMA Awards, Stapleton earned nominations including Entertainer of the Year and Male Vocalist of the Year, potentially recognizing tracks from his 2023 album Higher. In the (ACM) Awards, Stapleton has amassed 20 honors as of 2025, reflecting his broad appeal within the genre. He was named the inaugural ACM Artist-Songwriter of the Decade in 2019, acknowledging his dual prowess as performer and writer. Notable wins include Entertainer of the Year in 2023, his first in that category, and Male Artist of the Year five times (2015, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2025). While at the 2025 ACM Awards, he won six trophies, including Male Artist of the Year and Album of the Year for Higher. These genre-specific recognitions, distinct from his broader Grammy successes, have solidified Stapleton's stature as a cornerstone of contemporary since his 2015 emergence.

Discography

Studio Albums

Chris Stapleton's debut studio album, Traveller, was released on May 5, 2015, by Mercury Nashville Records. Co-produced by Stapleton and at Nashville's , the 14-track record draws from themes of life's uncertain journeys, personal loss, and redemption, inspired by Stapleton's soul-searching road trips and a near-fatal car accident that shaped the title track. Standout tracks include the introspective title song "Traveller," a soulful reflection on wandering and fate, and "," a blues-infused ballad that became one of his most enduring hits. The album debuted at No. 1 on the chart, marking a breakthrough for Stapleton, and has been certified 7× Platinum by the RIAA for sales exceeding 7 million units in the United States as of May 2025. Stapleton followed with From A Room: Volume 1 on May 5, 2017, again co-produced by Cobb and released via Mercury Nashville. This nine-track effort, recorded at the same , delves into raw emotions of heartbreak, regret, and resilience through eight original songs and a cover of Lowell George's "Last Thing I Needed, First Thing This Morning." The "," a poignant meditation on grief, earned 4× Platinum certification from the RIAA and helped propel the album's success. From A Room: Volume 1 debuted at No. 1 on the chart and won the Grammy Award for Best Country Album at the , as well as Album of the Year at the 51st CMA Awards. The companion release, From A Room: Volume 2, arrived on December 1, 2017, under the same production and label, featuring nine tracks that continue the intimate, analog sound of its predecessor. Highlights include the opening cover of Kevin Welch's "," a soulful to simple joys, and originals like "Scarecrow in the Garden," which reflects on rural and isolation. provides harmony vocals throughout, adding emotional depth. The album peaked at No. 3 on the chart and received Gold certification from the RIAA. Stapleton's fourth studio album, Starting Over, was released on November 13, 2020, by Mercury Nashville, co-produced once more with Cobb. Spanning 14 tracks, it showcases a diverse range of influences with guest appearances from members Mike Campbell on and on Hammond B3 organ, alongside pedal steel player Paul Franklin. Notable inclusions are covers of John Fogerty's "" and Guy Clark's "Worry B. Gone," blending Stapleton's originals with homages to musical heroes. The title track, an optimistic country-soul opener co-written with , sets a tone of renewal. Starting Over debuted at No. 1 on the chart and has been certified 2× Platinum by the RIAA as of November 2024. In 2023, Stapleton delivered Higher on November 10 via Mercury Nashville, co-produced with Cobb and featuring 14 tracks rich in personal reflections on love, loss, and recovery. Drawing from events like his father's death and struggles with alcohol, the album emphasizes devotion and vulnerability, with on harmonies and guest spots from artists like the late on guitar for the single "." Key moments include the tender "Think I'm in Love with You" and the soulful "Loving You on My Mind," highlighting Stapleton's bluesy roots. Wait, better: Higher debuted at No. 1 on the and was certified by the RIAA shortly after release.

Singles and Collaborations

Stapleton's breakthrough as a solo artist came through his singles, which blended soulful country with blues influences and achieved significant commercial success on country radio and streaming platforms. His debut single "Traveller" from the 2015 album of the same name peaked at No. 5 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, marking his entry into the upper echelons of country music. "Tennessee Whiskey," released in 2015, became Stapleton's signature hit, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and earning a 17x Platinum certification from the RIAA for 17 million units sold in the United States as of November 2024. The song's enduring popularity was fueled by its raw emotional delivery and covers by other artists, solidifying Stapleton's reputation for timeless ballads. Following this, "Parachute" from the same album, issued in 2017, climbed to No. 16 on the Hot Country Songs chart and received a 3x Platinum RIAA certification. In 2020, Stapleton released "Cold" as the second single from his album Starting Over, which peaked at No. 3 on the Hot Country Songs chart and won the Grammy Award for Best Country Song in 2022. That same year, "Joy of My Life," a cover of John Fogerty's track included on Starting Over, gained viral traction on TikTok, where it became a popular choice for wedding videos and user-generated content, amassing millions of streams and views. The song's organic resurgence highlighted Stapleton's ability to connect with younger audiences through social media. Early in his solo career, Stapleton issued limited-edition EPs that showcased his evolving sound before major label support. His self-titled EP, a 2013 promotional release, remained largely unreleased to the public but featured demo tracks that later leaked online, offering early glimpses of his songwriting depth. In 2015, the digital and vinyl EP In Stereo, a exclusive limited to 500 copies, included raw, acoustic-driven cuts that previewed the intimacy of his debut album. Stapleton has also excelled in collaborations, particularly in 2025, when he teamed with on "," which debuted at No. 20 and peaked at No. 20 on the , while debuting at No. 1 on the Digital , marking a career highlight for both artists. Produced by , the duet's retro vibe and harmonious vocals contributed to its rapid ascent. Later that year, Stapleton contributed "Bad As I Used To Be" to the for the film F1, a high-energy track that blended with cinematic flair, released via . In October 2025, he released "Heart Letting Go" for the of Netflix's Nobody Wants This Season 2. Overall, Stapleton has amassed 21 entries on the Hot Country Songs chart, including multiple No. 1 hits such as "Starting Over," demonstrating his consistent dominance in the genre. His singles have collectively earned over 50 RIAA certifications, underscoring their cultural and commercial impact.

Tours and Performances

Headlining Tours

Chris Stapleton's headlining tours commenced following the release of his debut solo album Traveller in 2015, initially featuring intimate theater performances that rapidly scaled to arena venues by 2016 as demand surged. These early outings, including a spring 2015 kickoff in , and added 2016 dates in cities like New Orleans and , emphasized his raw vocal delivery and full-band arrangements, laying the foundation for his live reputation. In 2021, Stapleton launched a promotional tour for his album Starting Over, structured as an arena-centric run under the All-American Road Show banner, encompassing over 30 shows across from July to November, with select dates extending into 2022 due to pandemic-related rescheduling. The tour highlighted an expanded full-band setup, incorporating diverse guests such as and , and focused on material from the new release alongside staples. Stapleton's flagship headlining endeavor, the All-American Road Show, debuted in May 2017 and has continued intermittently through 2026, featuring multi-artist lineups with rotating guests including and on select legs. The tour's 2025 iteration included more than 20 U.S. dates from June to October, spanning venues like and , though it faced postponements: the June 4 Greenville, South Carolina, opener due to damaged production equipment and the October 10-11 Hollywood, Florida, finale due to respiratory illness (), with the latter rescheduled for January 2026. In January 2026, Stapleton announced over 20 new North American dates for his 2026 All-American Road Show tour from May to October, with special guests including Allen Stone, Ashley McBryde, Carter Faith, Grace Potter, Lainey Wilson, Maggie Rose, Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs, Molly Tuttle, Nikki Lane, The Teskey Brothers, and Zach Top. Tour stops include Fenway Park, Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater in Virginia Beach, Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, Ford Field in Detroit, Rogers Arena in Vancouver, and Freedom Mortgage Pavilion. Presale tickets start January 15 for fan clubs and select groups and public sales begin January 16 at 10 a.m. local time. Since 2015, Stapleton has performed in over 900 shows worldwide, grossing more than $224 million in ticket sales through 2023 (with an additional $81.9 million in 2024), including international dates in and ; family-inclusive travel enabling his wife Morgane and children to join extended runs, fostering a home-like atmosphere on the road.

Festival and Special Appearances

Chris Stapleton's festival appearances have showcased his versatility, often featuring sets that blend his original hits with soulful covers of classics by artists like and . In 2018, he headlined the , delivering a high-energy performance on the main stage that drew widespread acclaim for its raw emotional depth and crowd engagement. He returned to the festival in 2022, performing selections from his album Starting Over alongside fan favorites, further solidifying his status as a festival staple. More recently, Stapleton was announced as a headliner for the 2026 Under the Big Sky Festival in , alongside Zach Top and , promising another mix of his signature country-rock sound in a scenic outdoor setting. Stapleton's presence at awards shows has highlighted his collaborative spirit and vocal prowess. At the 2018 CMA Awards, he joined , , , and for a stirring gospel-infused medley of "" and "," earning praise for bridging and traditions. His Grammy achievements continued into 2025, where "It Takes a Woman" from his album Higher won Best Country Solo Performance at the 67th Annual , though his stage appearances that year focused on other televised events like the ACM Awards, where he performed the track live. Looking ahead, Stapleton is set to co-headline a prelude concert to on February 7, 2026, at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in , with special guest , benefiting Tipping Point Community's anti-poverty initiatives. Beyond festivals and awards, Stapleton has participated in notable special events that reflect his commitment to community and cross-cultural partnerships. In 2019, he performed at the MusiCares Person of the Year tribute to Dolly Parton, contributing a heartfelt rendition amid an all-star lineup including Pink and Shawn Mendes. He has also supported MusiCares through additional charity performances over the years, aligning with his Outlaw State of Kind fund's broader philanthropic efforts. In 2025, Stapleton collaborated with NASCAR Hall of Famer Dale Earnhardt Jr. to field the No. 40 Traveller Whiskey Chevrolet in the Daytona 500, a historic entry for JR Motorsports that finished ninth and promoted his whiskey brand while blending music and motorsports. Stapleton has made recurring appearances at Nashville's New Year's Eve celebrations, including high-profile sets that have become a tradition for ringing in the year with his band's energetic country anthems. Stapleton's trajectory in these high-profile one-off events illustrates his growth from supporting roles in the mid-2010s—such as contributing songwriting to major artists—to co-headlining massive stadium shows, exemplified by his 2025 tour with that filled venues across the U.S. This evolution underscores his transition to a commanding presence in both intimate festival settings and grand collaborative spectacles.

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