Western movies often end with the screen fading to black. This reference continues on the western, almost cowboy-ish feel of the song established by the intro. This line is also sung in the beginning of the song.
Hang 'Em High
My Chemical Romance Lyrics
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Ride into the sunset
Would I lie to you?
Well, I've got something to say
Grab your six-guns from your back
Throttle the ignition
Would I die for you?
Well here's your answer in spades
Shotgun sinners
Wild eyed jokers
Got you in my sights
Gun it while I'm holding on
After all is said and done
Climb out from the pine box
Well I'm asking you
'Cause she's got nothing to say
The angels just cut out her tongue
Call her black Mariah
Would I lie to you?
That girl's not right in the brain
Mass convulsions
Strike the choir
By the grace of God
Gun it while I'm holding on
But don't stop if I fall
And don't look back
Oh baby don't stop
Bury me and fade to black
She won't stop me put it down
She won't stop me put it down
She won't stop me put it down
So get your gun and meet me by the door
She won't stop me put it down
She won't stop me put it down
She won't stop me put it down
So get your gun and meet me by the door
She won't stop me put it down
She won't stop me put it down
She won't stop me put it down
So get your gun and meet me by the door
She won't stop me put it down
She won't stop me put it down
She won't stop me put it down
So baby
Don't stop if I fall
And don't look back
Oh baby don't stop
Bury me and fade to black
Don't stop if I fall
And don't look back
Oh baby don't stop
Bury me and fade to black
Well don't stop
Hang 'Em High by My Chemical Romance is a song that explores themes of death, revenge and chaos. The first verse starts with the lyrics, "Wait until it fades to black, Ride into the sunset." This is a clear reference to Westerns or cowboy movies where the hero rides away into the sunset after a violent showdown or conflict. The singer of the song is, therefore, depicted as a cowboy taking revenge and fighting against a corrupt society. The lyrics, "Would I lie to you?" and "Well here's your answer in spades," suggest a level of mistrust between the singer and the society that he is fighting against.
The second verse of the song is particularly violent and graphic, with the singer describing a woman, "The angels just cut out her tongue, Call her black Mariah" and "That girl's not right in the brain." This phrase alludes to the term "Black Maria," which was a term used in the late 19th and early 20th century for a police wagon used to transport prisoners to jail. The phrase "shotgun sinners" in the chorus, and the line "mass convulsions, strike the choir" suggest that there is a sense of chaos and disorder in the society.
The overall message of the song is one of defiance and rebellion against oppressive forces. Its violent lyrics speak of retribution against those who would seek to control or oppress others. The repeated refrain of "don't stop if I fall" and "bury me and fade to black" seems to signify that the singer is prepared to die for his beliefs.
Line by Line Meaning
Wait until it fades to black
Until everything comes to end, keep waiting for it.
Ride into the sunset
Depart this world forever with a peaceful and calm perspective.
Would I lie to you?
Can you trust me and my words?
Well, I've got something to say
I want to express my thoughts and feelings.
Grab your six-guns from your back
Take out your weapons and get ready for the fight.
Throttle the ignition
Start the engine with full power and speed.
Would I die for you?
Am I prepared to sacrifice myself for you?
Well here's your answer in spades
Yes, I am willing to die for you and I am committed to the cause.
Shotgun sinners
People who have sinned and are ready to fight with full force.
Wild eyed jokers
Fierce characters who are drinking, smoking, and are not to be trusted.
Got you in my sights
I have found you and am focused on you.
Gun it while I'm holding on
Accelerate and take action while I am still with you.
After all is said and done
In the end, after everything has been accomplished, resolved and achieved.
Climb out from the pine box
Resurrect and rise from death into another life.
Well I'm asking you
I have a question for you.
'Cause she's got nothing to say
She cannot speak for herself.
The angels just cut out her tongue
The divine beings have taken away her power of speech.
Call her black Mariah
Name her as the evil villainous character.
Would I lie to you?
Can you believe what I am saying?
That girl's not right in the brain
That girl is insane and mentally unstable.
Mass convulsions
Horrible and violent reactions by the masses.
Strike the choir
Harm the people who are singing in the church choir.
By the grace of God
Through the mercy and love of the divine.
Gun it while I'm holding on
Drive with full speed while I am still holding on.
But don't stop if I fall
Do not halt, even if I die or get stuck somewhere.
And don't look back
Do not worry about me or what is left behind.
Oh baby don't stop
Keep going and never give up, my love.
Bury me and fade to black
Lay me to rest and let my physical form go.
She won't stop me put it down
She cannot and will not prevent me from achieving my goal.
So get your gun and meet me by the door
Get your weapon and come with me to confront the enemy.
So baby
My dear love.
Well don't stop
Continue and do not give up.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Frank Iero, Matthew Pellisier, Ray Toro, Gerard Way, Michael Way
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
gwenj
on Kill All Your Friends
bruh why's this my favourite song