What is father of mine?

"Father of Mine" is a song by the American rock band Everclear. It was released as the lead single from their third studio album, "So Much for the Afterglow," in 1998. The song was written by Everclear's lead singer, Art Alexakis, and is about his own personal experiences growing up without a father. The lyrics touch on themes of abandonment, resentment, and the impact that a missing father figure can have on a person's life. "Father of Mine" became one of Everclear's biggest hits, peaking at number 4 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and number 23 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.