When was Numbers - song created?

"Numbers" is a song by the American rock band Alice in Chains. It was written by lead vocalist Layne Staley and guitarist Jerry Cantrell, and was released as the third single from their 1995 self-titled album, also known as the "Tripod" album. The song was released to radio on December 19, 1995, and peaked at number one on the US Mainstream Rock chart and number nine on the US Alternative Airplay chart.