Alice: In Chains - The Rooster

Directed by , the music video is noted for its brutal realism. Alice in Chains – Rooster Lyrics - Genius

"Rooster" by is a deeply personal tribute written by guitarist/vocalist Jerry Cantrell for his father, Jerry Cantrell Sr., who served two combat tours in the Vietnam War . Released in 1993 as the fourth single from their breakthrough album Dirt , the song explores the psychological scars of war and the difficult transition back to civilian life. The Meaning of "Rooster" Alice In Chains - The Rooster

Cantrell Sr. served with this division. Their "Screaming Eagle" patch was often misidentified by the Vietnamese as a chicken, leading to the nickname "Chicken Men". Directed by , the music video is noted

"Rooster" was a common nickname for M60 machine gunners because the muzzle flash resembled a rooster's tail. Composition and Emotional Impact The Meaning of "Rooster" Cantrell Sr

Cantrell wrote the lyrics while staying at the home of Soundgarden’s in 1991. He wrote from his father's perspective, imagining the "stinging sweat," the "mosquito death" of the jungle, and the pain of seeing friends die in battle.