May Death Never Stop You – The Greatest Hits 2001–2013 cover

May Death Never Stop You – The Greatest Hits 2001–2013

My Chemical Romance · 2014

73 min · 19 tracks · alternative rock · hard rock · punk

Anthemic melodies intertwine with emotionally charged lyrics, creating a cathartic experience rooted in the punk and emo traditions.

Why this album works

The album debuted at number 9 on the Billboard 200, showcasing My Chemical Romance's continued commercial appeal even after their split. It also highlights the band's impact on the emo and pop-punk scenes, influencing countless artists while serving as a nostalgic reminder for fans of their theatrical and heartfelt sound.
Best for
cathartic sing-along moments wave-like emotional peaks nostalgic reflections on youth
Context
Released in 2014, 'May Death Never Stop You' serves as My Chemical Romance's first compilation album, marking their hiatus following the critically acclaimed 'Danger Days: The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys' (2010). This collection captures their evolution from underground emo icons to mainstream rock stars, consolidating their legacy through a curated selection of hits and demos.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Fake Your Death 3:20
  • 2 Honey, This Mirror Isn’t Big Enough for the Two of Us 3:53
  • 3 Vampires Will Never Hurt You 5:26
  • 4 Helena Standout 3:25
  • 5 You Know What They Do to Guys Like Us in Prison 2:55
  • 6 I’m Not Okay (I Promise) Standout 3:08
  • 7 The Ghost of You 3:57
  • 8 Welcome to the Black Parade Standout 5:14
  • 9 Cancer 2:24
  • 10 Mama 4:39
  • 11 Teenagers 2:42
  • 12 Famous Last Words 5:00
  • 13 Na Na Na (Na Na Na Na Na Na Na Na Na) 3:26
  • 14 Sing 4:31
  • 15 Planetary (Go!) 4:07
  • 16 The Kids From Yesterday 5:26
  • 17 Skylines and Turnstiles (demo) 3:30
  • 18 Knives / Sorrow (demo) 2:14
  • 19 Cubicles (demo) 3:59

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