Famous Last Words

My Chemical Romance

About Famous Last Words

"Famous Last Words" is a song by American rock band My Chemical Romance. It was released as the band's second single on January 22, 2007 from their third studio album, The Black Parade. It is also the band's ninth overall single, and the final track on The Black Parade (if the hidden track "Blood" is not counted). The music video premiered on December 12, 2006 on MTV2 and on December 13, 2006 on the Much Music program, and on MuchOnDemand in Canada. In the United Kingdom and other territories, the single was released as a two-part square shaped vinyl picture disc. Part one came in a gatefold stickered clear sleeve, with a space to 'slot' part two into. 


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Now I know
That I can't make you stay
But where's your heart?
But where's your heart?
But where's your

And I know
There's nothing I can say
To change that part
To change that part
To change

So many
Bright lights that cast a shadow
But can I speak?
Well, is it hard understanding

I'm incomplete?
A life that's so demanding
I get so weak
A love that's so demanding
I can't speak

I am not afraid to keep on living
I am not afraid to walk this world alone
Honey, if you stay
I'll be forgiven
Nothing you can say can stop me going home

Can you see
My eyes are shining bright?
'Cause I'm out here
On the other side

Of a jet black
Hotel mirror
And I'm so weak
Is it hard understanding

I'm incomplete?
A love that's so demanding
I get weak

I am not afraid to keep on living
I am not afraid to walk this world alone
Honey, if you stay
I'll be forgiven
Nothing you can say can stop me going home

I am not afraid to keep on living
I am not afraid to walk this world alone
Honey, if you stay
I'll be forgiven
Nothing you can say can stop me going home

These bright lights have always blinded me
These bright lights have always blinded me
I say

I see you lying next to me
With words I thought I'd never speak
Awake and unafraid
Asleep or dead

'Cause I see you lying next to me
With words I thought I'd never speak
Awake and unafraid
Asleep or dead

'Cause I see you lying next to me
With words I thought I'd never speak
Awake and unafraid
Asleep or dead

'Cause I see you lying next to me
With words I thought I'd never speak
Awake and unafraid
Asleep or dead

I am not afraid to keep on living
I am not afraid to walk this world alone
Honey, if you stay
I'll be forgiven
Nothing you can say can stop me going home

I am not afraid to keep on living
I am not afraid to walk this world alone
Honey, if you stay
I'll be forgiven
Nothing you can say can stop me going home

I am not afraid to keep on living
I am not afraid to walk this world alone
Honey, if you stay
I'll be forgiven
Nothing you can say can stop me going home

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My Chemical Romance

My Chemical Romance (MCR) is an American alternative rock band from New Jersey, formed in 2001. The band consists of lead vocalist Gerard Way, guitarists Ray Toro and Frank Iero, and bassist Mikey Way. Shortly after forming, the band signed to Eyeball Records and released their debut album I Brought You My Bullets, You Brought Me Your Love in 2002. They signed with Reprise Records the next year and released their major-label debut Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge in 2004. The album was a commercial success and was awarded platinum status a little over a year later. The band eclipsed their previous success with their 2006 concept album, The Black Parade, which gained generally favorable reviews among music critics. Their fourth studio album, Danger Days: The Tru… more »

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Written by: Frank Iero, Gerard Arthur Way, Matt Pelissier, Michael James Way, Raymond Toro, Robert C Bryar

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10 facts about this song

Creation Process
"Famous Last Words" was released by the American rock band, My Chemical Romance, in 2006. It is a part of their third album, "The Black Parade."
Album Theme
The album, including the song "Famous Last Words," is a rock opera, telling the story of a dying character called 'The Patient' and his reflections on his life.
Song Position on the Album
Interestingly, "Famous Last Words" is the last song on the album and serves as a culminating point to the story.
Music Video Injury
Frontman Gerard Way suffered a serious ankle injury during the shooting of the song's video but insisted on continuing, despite the injury.
Pediatric Cancer Association
The lyric "I am not afraid to keep on living" has been used by the Pediatric Cancer Foundation to spread positivity among the patients.
Billboard Rankings
"Famous Last Words" held a position at No. 88 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and No. 4 on the Hot Modern Rock Tracks chart.
Video Director
The music video for "Famous Last Words" was directed by Samuel Bayer, who also directed Nirvana's iconic video for "Smells Like Teen Spirit."
Grammy Nomination
The song was nominated for two Grammy awards in the categories of "Best Rock Performance" and "Best Short Form Music Video."
Tattoo Influence
Many fans have taken lyrics from "Famous Last Words" as tattoos, such as "I am not afraid to keep on living, I am not afraid to walk this world alone."
Band's Final Performance
"Famous Last Words" was the last song performed by My Chemical Romance at their final show before their 2013 breakup, making it an emotional song for many fans.

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