Check My Brain

Alice in Chains

About Check My Brain

"Check My Brain" is a song by the American rock band Alice in Chains, featured on their fourth studio album, Black Gives Way to Blue (2009). It was released as the first official single from the album on August 14, 2009, marking it as the band's first single in a decade (since 1999's "Fear the Voices"). The single topped the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks and Billboard Hot Rock Songs charts in September 2009. This was the first time an Alice in Chains song would hit number-one on the Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart since their 1994 single "No Excuses". This is Alice in Chains' first and currently only song to chart on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number 92, and also their first number-one on the Alternative Songs chart. "Check My Brain" received a nomination for "Best Hard Rock Performance" at the 52nd Grammy Awards. 


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2009
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So I found myself in the sun, oh yeah
A hell of a place to end a run, oh yeah
California, I'm fine
Somebody check my brain
California's all right
Somebody check my brain
Check my brain

I walk these streets, I creep and I fall, oh yeah
When she sang I answered the call, oh yeah
California, I'm fine somebody check my brain
California's all right somebody check my brain
Ah tears have filled my bones
Ah years expended gone

Guitar

I hung my guns and put em away, oh yeah
The trick of the trade, and by the way, oh yeah
California, I'm fine somebody check my brain
California's all right somebody check my brain

Ah tears have filled my bones
Ah years expended gone

Ah tears have filled my bones
Ah years expended gone

Check my brain, check my brain

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Alice in Chains

Alice in Chains is an American rock band formed in Seattle, Washington, in 1987 by guitarist and songwriter Jerry Cantrell and original lead vocalist Layne Staley. The initial lineup was rounded out by drummer Sean Kinney, and bassist Mike Starr (who was replaced in 1993 by Mike Inez). more »

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Written by: Jerry Cantrell

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13 facts about this song

Band Composition
"Check my Brain" is a song by iconic American rock band Alice in Chains.
Release Information
This song was released on August 17, 2009, as the lead single from their album “Black Gives Way to Blue.”
Chart Performance
"Check My Brain" became the first Alice in Chains’ song to peak at number one on the Billboard's Mainstream Rock Tracks and hold the position for 10 consecutive weeks.
Song Creation
The song was written by the band's guitarist/vocalist Jerry Cantrell.
Relocation Influence
"Check My Brain" was inspired by Jerry Cantrell's move from Seattle to Los Angeles and the drastic contrast between the two cities.
Award Nomination
It was nominated for "Best Hard Rock Performance" at the 52nd Grammy Awards.
Gold Certification
The song was certified Gold by the RIAA, marking it as one of the band's most successful songs.
Distinctive Sound
The usage of a talk box in the song’s intro makes it stand out in the band’s catalog.
Music Video
The music video for the song was directed by Alexandre Courtes, who also directed music videos for bands like The White Stripes and U2.
Popular Appeal
The song enjoyed critical acclaim and was hailed as a return to form for the band, who had recently reformed after a long hiatus following the death of their original lead singer, Layne Staley.
Compositions & Lyrics
"Check My Brain" is known for its heavyweight riff and brutally honest lyrics, typical exemplars of Alice in Chains’ grunge influence.
First Recording
This is the first studio recording of the band with William DuVall officially as the vocalist, who replaced Layne Staley after his death.
Live Performances
"Check My Brain" has become a staple of Alice in Chains' live sets. The band debuted it live on their 2009 North American tour.

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