The track "Broken Bones" is the title song from Dokken's eleventh studio album, which was released in September 2012, and is a strong representation of the band's continued output in the twenty-first century. Musically, the song and the album as a whole lean into their signature melodic Hard Rock and Heavy Metal style, specifically aiming for a sound that recaptures the energy of their 1980s heyday. The song was written collaboratively by the band's founder and vocalist, Don Dokken, and their long-time guitarist, Jon Levin, a partnership responsible for the writing of nearly all the original tracks on the record. Levin's guitar work on the album is frequently praised for managing to retain the classic Dokken sound—heavy riffs paired with soaring, technical solos—while adding his own distinct flair. The lineup that recorded this album included Don Dokken on lead vocals and percussion, Jon Levin on guitars, and Sean McNabb on bass, which marked McNabb's only appearance on a Dokken studio album. Notably, while the band's classic drummer, "Wild" Mick Brown, was still a touring member at the time, the drums on the album were performed by session drummer Jimmy DeGrasso due to Brown's scheduling conflicts. The title track itself is a mid-tempo rocker featuring a great layered melody and emotional vocals from Don Dokken, serving as a powerful centerpiece for the album.