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 True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys, was released on November 22, 2010, to positive reviews. The band's final release in their original run were a series of singles, released over the course of five months, collected on the compilation Conventional Weapons. The band announced its break-up on March 22, 2013, one month after the final release in the Conventional Weapons series. On March 25, 2014, the band released May Death Never Stop You: The Greatest Hits (2001–2013), a greatest hits album containing material spanning their entire career, as well as some previously unreleased material.
On Halloween of 2019, the band announced a comeback show in Los Angeles, California, and fans speculated that there was more to it than just a show. On November 5, three more shows were confirmed in Australia, New Zealand and Japan. On January 29, 2020, eighteen additional dates were announced in North America.
On May 12, 2022, the band released The Foundations Of Decay, solidifying their return as a band.
Zero Percent
My Chemical Romance Lyrics
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Run up these streets
Turn up the stereo
Synthetic animals like me never have a home
I'm not the one you will be walking through
And if you kill him for me
Well, then I'll kill him for you
'Cause motherfuckers got the motivation
Now I'm gonna show you how much I love you
Oh, my magazine is full of ugly things
Don't need the system
We can kill them if we try
Shoot up everything we see
And we'll find it on the wall
I hope you die
Manipulation
Just to form an alibi
You're the one that's right for me
And if heaven wants to take us they can try
Oh ah
Sometimes I sleep
I like to talk about television
Oh, I'm so glad right now
Heartbreak, heartbeats
Got the eyes on you
And give us something to say
'Cause I got something to prove
I don't have much of an education
But I got a knack for elimination
Now turn up the dial
Hit the tires that screech
Let's go
Right here
Right now
This is the bonus stage!
Don't need the system
We can kill them if we try
Shoot up everything we see
And we'll find it on the wall
I hope you die
Manipulation
Just to form an alibi
You're the one that's right for me
And if heaven wants to take us they can try
I want annihilation
A new design for X and Y
I want your violation
Deflect the system with our mind
Exterminate the dream
Extermination you can buy
Don't need the system
We can kill them if we try
Shoot up everything we see
And we'll find it on the wall
I hope you die
Manipulation
Just to form an alibi
You're the one that's right for me
And if heaven wants to take us they can...
I hate you
Kill everybody!
I hate you
Kill everybody!
The lyrics to "Zero Percent" by My Chemical Romance encapsulate feelings of loneliness, desperation, and a desire for revolution. The singer of the song admits to not liking being alone, but then claims that "synthetic animals," like themselves, never have a true home. The singer then transforms from a being seeking companionship to someone motivated to wreak havoc on society. The lyrics champion the idea of cutting through the system and of fighting against it, even if it means killing people ("it" being the people in power or responsible for the singer's existential crisis). This desperation for change comes through loud and clear in the chorus, repeatedly urging the listener to kill and to be killed for the sake of a shared cause. The unending violence of this message emphasizes the feelings of hopelessness and despair present in the lyrics.
Further on in the song, the singer designs for themselves a plan of action, arriving with someone at the metro station to show their "love." They speak of wanting to "kill everything we see," as if to erase the suffering they feel. They call for their companion to have "something to prove" through their actions, promising extermination of their current lives in hopes of something new. This road of annihilation and reinvention, though desperate, seems to really be the only path the singer can see forward.
Despite the bleakness of the lyrics, "Zero Percent" is a powerful song that speaks to anyone who feels a sense of alienation from society or emotional strife. The angst and high stakes of the lyrics is harnessed well with the powerful rock sound of the song. It is a song that clearly evokes strong and opinionated reactions from listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't like being alone
The loneliness is overwhelming and I cannot stand it
Run up these streets
Let's hit the pavement and get moving fast
Turn up the stereo
Max out the volume until it's deafening
Synthetic animals like me never have a home
As a creation of technology, I don't have a place in the world and belong nowhere
I'm not the one you will be walking through
I am no puppet you can manipulate and direct as you please
And if you kill him for me
If you deliver me from this enemy, I'll be in your debt and grateful
Well, then I'll kill him for you
I'll return the favor and do whatever it takes to repay you for saving my life
I'll meet you down at the metro station
Let's rendezvous at the subway station to coordinate our plans
'Cause motherfuckers got the motivation
We are fueled by our anger and determination to destroy whatever stands in our way
Now I'm gonna show you how much I love you
By taking down anyone who threatens you, I prove my loyalty and affection
Oh, my magazine is full of ugly things
I carry a weapon filled with cruel bullets and curse my enemies to a painful demise
Don't need the system
We don't require the government or society to condone our actions
We can kill them if we try
By putting in the effort, it is feasible to eliminate those who oppose us
Shoot up everything we see
Let's unleash destruction and shoot at whatever crosses our path
And we'll find it on the wall
Our brutal legacy will be remembered and commemorated on graffiti
I hope you die
I wish the worst upon my enemies and want them to be erased from existence
Manipulation
Tricking or deceiving others for personal gain
Just to form an alibi
Committing a crime and then creating an excuse to protect oneself from punishment
You're the one that's right for me
I know you understand and share in my worldview
And if heaven wants to take us they can try
Death will not stop us from going on with our mission of destruction
Sometimes I sleep
Occasionally I rest and close my eyes to forget the horrors around me
I like to talk about television
I discuss mindless entertainment to distract myself from the darkness
Oh, I'm so glad right now
In this moment, amidst the destruction, I still find solace and happiness with you
Heartbreak, heartbeats
Our passionate love is intense and all-consuming
Got the eyes on you
I am devoted to you and watch over you always
And give us something to say
Let's make our mark on society and have our voices heard
'Cause I got something to prove
I need to show the world what I am capable of and prove my worth
I don't have much of an education
I may not have traditional knowledge, but I have practical skills
But I got a knack for elimination
I have a natural talent for getting rid of anyone who causes trouble
Now turn up the dial
Increase the intensity of the situation and take it to the next level
Hit the tires that screech
If you hear anything suspicious, take them out before they can cause harm
Let's go
It's time to start our mission
Right here
In this place we stand
Right now
In this moment of chaos
This is the bonus stage!
Let's see how far we can go, and how many we can take down
I want annihilation
I crave total destruction and obliteration of everything in my path
A new design for X and Y
Let's create something new and chaotic that defies all traditional norms
I want your violation
I want to violate and invade everything that stands in our way
Deflect the system with our mind
Let's overcome the system through sheer willpower and force of mind
Exterminate the dream
We must eliminate the idyllic notions of hope and dreams that society has instilled in us
Extermination you can buy
Destroying the world around us has become so commonplace, it's been commodified as a product
I hate you
My rage and anger at those who wronged me has reached its apex
Kill everybody!
My bloodlust and thirst for revenge will not end until everyone who opposes me is dead
Writer(s): RAY TORO, GERARD WAY, MICHAEL WAY, FRANK IERO
Contributed by Caden T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Ela
"Zero Percent"
I don't like being alone
Run up these streets
Turn up the stereo
Synthetic animals like me never have a home
I'm not the one you will be walking through
And if you kill him for me
Well, then I'll kill him for you
I'll meet you down at the metro station
'Cause motherfuckers got the motivation
Now I'm gonna show you how much I love you
Oh, my magazine is full of ugly things
Don't need the system
We can kill them if we try
Shoot up everything we see
And we'll find it on the wall
I hope you die
Manipulation
Just to form an alibi
You're the prototype for me
And if heaven wants to take us they can try
Oh ah
Sometimes I sleep
I like to talk about television
Oh, I'm so glad right now
Heartbreak, heartbeats
Got the eyes on you
And give us something to say
'Cause I got something to prove
I don't have much of an education
But I got a knack for elimination
Now turn up the dial
Hit the tires that screech
Let's go
Right here
Right now
This is the bonus stage!
Don't need the system
We can kill them if we try
Shoot up everything we see
And we'll find it on the wall
I hope you die
Manipulation
Just to form an alibi
You're the prototype for me
And if heaven wants to take us they can try
I want annihilation
A new design for X and Y
I want your violation
Deflect the system with our mind
Exterminate the dream
Extermination you can buy
Don't need the system
We can kill them if we try
Shoot up everything we see
And we'll find it on the wall
I hope you die
Manipulation
Just to form an alibi
You're the prototype for me
And if heaven wants to take us they can...
I hate you
Kill everybody!
I hate you
Kill everybody!
Max Fox
Genius Lyrics:
[Verse 1]
I don't like being alone
Run up these streets, turn up the stereo
Synthetic animals like me never have a home
I'm not the one you will be walking through
And if you kill him for me
Well, then I'll kill him for you!
I'll meet you down at the metro station
Because motherfuckers got a motivation
Now, I'm going to show you how much I love you
Oh, my magazine is full of ugly things
[Pre-Chorus]
Don't need the system
We can kill them if we try
Shoot up everything we see
And we'll write it on the wall
I hope you die!
[Chorus]
Manipulation
Just to form an alibi
You're the prototype for me
And if heaven wants to take us they can try
[Verse 2]
Sometimes I sleep
I like to talk about television
Oh, a toxic letter now
Heartbreak, heartbeats
Got the eyes on you
And give us something to say
'Cause I got something to prove
I don't have much of an education
But I got a knack for elimination
Now turn up the dial
Hit the tires that screech
Let's go!
(Right here)
(Right now)
This is the bonus stage!
[Pre-Chorus]
Don't need the system
We can kill them if we try
Shoot up everything we see
And we'll write it on the wall
I hope you die
[Chorus]
Manipulation
Just to form an alibi
You're the prototype for me
And if heaven wants to take us they can try
[Bridge]
I want annihilation
A new design for X and Y
I want your violation
Deflect the system with our mind
Exterminate the dream
Extermination you can, buy
[Pre-Chorus]
Don't need the system
We can kill them if we try
Shoot up everything we see
And we'll find it on the wall
I hope you die
[Chorus]
Manipulation
Just to form an alibi
You're the one that's right for me
And if heaven wants to take us they can
[Outro]
I hate you
Kill everybody!
I hate you
Kill everybody!
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for anyone that wants the lyrics:
I don't like being alone
Run up these streets
Turn up the stereo
Synthetic animals like me never have a home
I'm not the one you will be walking through
And if you kill him for me
Well, then I'll kill him for you
I'll meet you down at the metro station
'Cause motherfuckers got the motivation
Now I'm gonna show you how much I love you
Oh, my magazine is full of ugly things
Don't need the system
We can leave it if we try
Shoot up everything we see
And we'll find it on the wall
I hope you die
Manipulation
Just to form an alibi
You're the one that's right for me
And if heaven wants to take us they can try
Oh ah
Sometimes I sleep
I like to talk about television
Oh, I'm so glad right now
Heartbreak, heartbeats
Got the eyes on you
And give us something to say
'Cause I got something to prove
I don't have much of an education
But I got a knack for elimination
Now turn up the dial
Hit the tires that screech
Let's go
Right here
Right now
This is the bonus stage!
Don't need the system
We can kill them if we try
Shoot up everything we see
And we'll find it on the wall
I hope you die
Manipulation
Just to form an alibi
You're the one that's right for me
And if heaven wants to take us they can try
I want annihilation
A new design for X and Y
I want your violation
Deflect the system with our mind
Exterminate the dream
Extermination you can buy
Don't need the system
We can kill them if we try
Shoot up everything we see
And we'll find it on the wall
I hope you die
Manipulation
Just to form an alibi
You're the one that's right for me
And if heaven wants to take us they can...
I hate you
Kill everybody!
I hate you
Kill everybody!
Ezra A
I don't like being alone
Run up these streets
Turn up the stereo
Synthetic animals like me never have a home
I'm not the one you will be walking through
And if you kill him for me
Well, then I'll kill him for you
I'll meet you down at the metro station
'Cause motherfuckers got the motivation
Now I'm gonna show you how much I love you
Oh, my magazine is full of ugly things
Don't need the system
We can leave it if we try
Shoot up everything we see
And we'll find it on the wall
I hope you die
Manipulation
Just to form an alibi
You're the one that's right for me
And if heaven wants to take us they can try
Oh ah
Sometimes I sleep
I like to talk about television
Oh, I'm so glad right now
Heartbreak, heartbeats
Got the eyes on you
And give us something to say
'Cause I got something to prove
I don't have much of an education
But I got a knack for elimination
Now turn up the dial
Hit the tires that screech
Let's go
Right here
Right now
This is the bonus stage!
Don't need the system
We can kill them if we try
Shoot up everything we see
And we'll find it on the wall
I hope you die
Manipulation
Just to form an alibi
You're the one that's right for me
And if heaven wants to take us they can try
I want annihilation
A new design for X and Y
I want your violation
Deflect the system with our mind
Exterminate the dream
Extermination you can buy
Don't need the system
We can kill them if we try
Shoot up everything we see
And we'll find it on the wall
I hope you die
Manipulation
Just to form an alibi
You're the one that's right for me
And if heaven wants to take us they can...
I hate you
Kill everybody!
I hate you
Kill everybody!
Brandon Smith
I don't like being alone
Run up these streets
Turn up the stereo
Synthetic animals like me never have a home
I'm not the one you will be walking through
And if you kill him for me
Well, then I'll kill him for you
I'll meet you down at the metro station
'Cause motherfuckers got the motivation
Now I'm gonna show you how much I love you
Oh, my magazine is full of ugly things
Don't need the system
We can leave it if we try
Shoot up everything we see
And we'll find it on the wall
I hope you die
Manipulation
Just to form an alibi
You're the one that's right for me
And if heaven wants to take us they can try
Oh ah
Sometimes I sleep
I like to talk about television
Oh, I'm so glad right now
Heartbreak, heartbeats
Got the eyes on you
And give us something to say
'Cause I got something to prove
I don't have much of an education
But I got a knack for elimination
Now turn up the dial
Hit the tires that screech
Let's go
Right here
Right now
This is the bonus stage!
Don't need the system
We can kill them if we try
Shoot up everything we see
And we'll find it on the wall
I hope you die
Manipulation
Just to form an alibi
You're the one that's right for me
And if heaven wants to take us they can try
I want annihilation
A new design for X and Y
I want your violation
Deflect the system with our mind
Exterminate the dream
Extermination you can buy
Don't need the system
We can kill them if we try
Shoot up everything we see
And we'll find it on the wall
I hope you die
Manipulation
Just to form an alibi
You're the one that's right for me
And if heaven wants to take us they can...
I hate you
Kill everybody!
I hate you
Abi Harding
Does anyone else think this sounds like the Danger Days version of Give em Hell Kid? Or is it just me?
tillstuff
this comment is 9 years old i know but OH MY GOD youre so right??????
Carlos Uribe
You're not the only one. It reminds me of give em hell also.
amanda
YES IT TOTALLY REMINDS ME OF GIVE EM HELL KID
Michae Wills
It really does-
coweeec
YOURE RIGHT
Car Too
oh I just love finding mcr songs I never heard
MeatFrog
Same
Maggie H
Me too, it feels so surreal
KillJoy MCR
Same its 6:30 am