Hang 'Em High
My Chemical Romance [Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge] Lyrics
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Ride into the sunset
Would I lie to you?
Well, I've got something to say
Grab your six-gun 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
if I fall and don't look back because baby, bury me and fade to black. These lyrics from My Chemical Romance's "Hang Em' High" tell the story of a reckless pair of outlaws who are on a mission to seek revenge. They're on horseback, riding into the sunset with a six-gun and a shotgun while being pursued by law enforcement. Despite the risks and the possible consequences, they won't stop until they complete their mission. The lyrics also depict a gruesome scene with one of the outlaws being killed, as he urges his partner not to stop but to bury him and fade to black.
The song "Hang Em' High" is a powerful and energetic piece that maintains the signature sound of My Chemical Romance. The lyrics are vivid, raw, and imaginative, inviting the listener to feel the desperation, anger, and fear of these outlaws. The phrase "Hang Em' High" is known as a famous phrase uttered during the Western era, which referred to hanging people who had committed crimes. In this song, the phrase is used as a symbolic representation of a harsh justice system.
Overall, "Hang Em' High" is a song that captures the essence of My Chemical Romance's unique sound, style, and storytelling abilities. It's a testament to their talent and creativity, and it's a song that stands the test of time.
Line by Line Meaning
Wait until it fades to black
We'll wait until the situation reaches its closure
Ride into the sunset
Let's leave this situation behind us and move on
Would I lie to you?
Do you trust me?
Well, I've got something to say
I have something important to tell you
Grab your six-gun from your back
Get ready to protect yourself
Throttle the ignition
Start the engine and prepare to go fast
Would I die for you?
Would I risk my life to protect you?
Well here's your answer in spades
Yes, I would do anything for you
Shotgun sinners
Dangerous and reckless people
Wild eyed jokers
People with craziness and unpredictability in their actions
Got you in my sights
I am observing you closely
Gun it while I'm holding on
Accelerate quickly while I'm still attached to you
After all is said and done
Once everything is over
Climb out from the pine box
Get out of your own grave
Well I'm asking you
I need to hear from you
'Cause she's got nothing to say
Because she can't communicate anymore
The angels just cut out her tongue
She was silenced, perhaps against her will
Call her black Mariah
Refer to her as a hearse
Would I lie to you?
Can you still trust me?
That girl's not right in the brain
That girl has some mental issues
Mass convulsions
A lot of sudden movements
Strike the choir
Disrupt and attack the peaceful and harmonious
By the grace of God
Thanks to divine assistance
But don't stop if I fall
Keep going even if I can't continue
And don't look back
Don't dwell on the past
Oh baby don't stop
Never give up
Bury me and fade to black
If I die, just let me rest and move on
She won't stop me put it down
I won't let her stop me
So get your gun and meet me by the door
Prepare for battle, we're facing danger
So baby
My dear
Well don't stop
Keep going no matter what
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: FRANK IERO, MATTHEW PELLISIER, RAY TORO, GERARD WAY, MICHAEL WAY
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