Discover the story of the song > Hang ‘Em High – My Chemical Romance

The song is about a man who is prepared to do anything for his partner, including fighting for her and even dying for her. He sings about taking on sinners and jokers, and references an incident where his partner had her tongue cut out. Despite this, he insists that nothing will stop him from protecting her, and urges her to do the same. The chorus repeats the message that he doesn't want her to stop or look back if he falls, but to bury him and fade away.