The Black Parade
by My Chemical Romance
  • Record Label: Reprise
  • Release Date: Oct 24, 2006
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8.8

Universal acclaim- based on 790 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 19 out of 790
  3. Negative: 63 out of 790

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  1. EllenB
    Apr 14, 2007
    10
    This is an amazing album, My Chemical Romance is geniousl
  2. TylerC
    Apr 17, 2007
    10
    A great mix of the sound from Three Cheers and all new lyrics that aren't morbid
  3. BushHead
    May 26, 2007
    10
    this album was so awesome. they way they mixed up the songs sound and make it different from everything else made it one of my favorite cds
  4. CronosA.
    Jan 15, 2008
    10
    This is not only the best album of My Chemical Romance, but a true masterpiece of the whole rock scene. Prejudice isn't the most accurate way to rate an album, and this happens here. It's not the fact that MCR is an emo band or not, actually Gerard Way said that emo is shit. I think it is a before and an after "The Black Parade". You may dislike it, but it's sure this album This is not only the best album of My Chemical Romance, but a true masterpiece of the whole rock scene. Prejudice isn't the most accurate way to rate an album, and this happens here. It's not the fact that MCR is an emo band or not, actually Gerard Way said that emo is shit. I think it is a before and an after "The Black Parade". You may dislike it, but it's sure this album won't be forgotten for many years, instead of that, it surely be one of the albums more representative of de decade.… Expand
  5. ChristyC
    Mar 23, 2008
    10
    Dude this CD ROCKS!!!! I don't understand how some of you could rate it so low!!! The songs are brilliant, the lyrics are awesome, AND GERARD WAYS VOICE DOES NOT SUCK TO THAT PERSON WHO SAID IT DID!!!! THis band has awesome talent and I can see them going far in their musical carrier.
  6. kyah
    Nov 23, 2006
    10
    this album rules love this band to death
  7. lee
    Nov 28, 2006
    10
    hey anyone who just comeson 2 fucking make fun of real muscians people with real voice songs and heart are fags.mcr are more real and true with there songs and at the same time there fukin good.me a fukin human myself i love music i listen to rap and rnb mostly but always had to give it up for mcr and there talent.there music connects to people lives and souls...including mine.and for hey anyone who just comeson 2 fucking make fun of real muscians people with real voice songs and heart are fags.mcr are more real and true with there songs and at the same time there fukin good.me a fukin human myself i love music i listen to rap and rnb mostly but always had to give it up for mcr and there talent.there music connects to people lives and souls...including mine.and for those who r negative against them y bother say anything....ur just haters and losers....if you can you better ...make a band urself....till then respect and stfu with ur trash. love mcr ! rock on.....a friend lee… Expand
  8. rebeccak
    Dec 11, 2006
    10
    Amazing. Simply amazing. This album is an example of rock at its best. Each track is diverse, from a flowing "I Don't Love You" to a F.U., fun "Teenagers" to an almost 'old Italian' sounding "Mama." How can you not become addicted to atleast one of these songs?
  9. julion
    Dec 18, 2006
    10
    this could be there best cd yet i listen from track 1 all the way to 14 its awwsome!!!!!!
  10. KathleenG
    Dec 28, 2006
    10
    all of you idiots that rated below an 8 should go get your heads examined IMMEDIATELY. im not a fan of "dark" music normally and i freaking LURVED it. that is all.
  11. John
    Dec 14, 2007
    10
    I love this album! There is such a range in this as each song is very different from the other. Every song is great and most are memorable. One of my favorite albums, and one of the rare ones where I find every single song great. It rocks!
  12. AmakuraKyon
    Sep 25, 2010
    10
    The best album i've seen. The lyrics, rythm, voice, guitar solos, etc... all in this album is perfect. Amazing. Pure genius.[2]
    Three Cheers for Sweet Revange is good, but The Black Parade is the best album of My Chemical Romance.
  13. Gamingking007
    Nov 24, 2010
    10
    One of the Best bands of our time!!The words and emotions really captures you. If you didnt enjoy this album you just dont have a heart. If this doesnt make you love this genre of music then nothing will!!
  14. SuperFlash101
    May 10, 2011
    10
    A monumentally ambitious album. Tossing the scream-and-rage-based sound of their previous albums 'I Brought You My Bullets, You Brought Me Your Love' and 'Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge', My Chem fuses the conceptual imagery of 'Sgt. Pepper' with the arena-rock sensibilities of Queen to create a sound that is both dark and cheerful. A non-linear, well-balanced rock opera of high concept,A monumentally ambitious album. Tossing the scream-and-rage-based sound of their previous albums 'I Brought You My Bullets, You Brought Me Your Love' and 'Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge', My Chem fuses the conceptual imagery of 'Sgt. Pepper' with the arena-rock sensibilities of Queen to create a sound that is both dark and cheerful. A non-linear, well-balanced rock opera of high concept, and high payoff. Excellent instrumentals, good vocals, and well-placed lyrics. This is to My Chemical Romance what 'American Idiot' was to Green Day.

    Best tracks: "The Sharpest Lives", "Mama", "Teenagers"    … Expand
  15. helomyvictim
    Aug 24, 2011
    10
    In this journey of death my chemical romance comes off stronger than they did in three cheers or I brought you my bullets you brought me your love. With some of their best songs including welcome to the black parade and disenchanted this is a must have album and one of the best albums of the decade 10 out of 10
  16. EPIXMAN15
    Nov 26, 2011
    10
    Amazing album with dark and deep lyrics that live up to MCR's "emo" label but it also has that fast pased exciting rebellious punk sound that makes the dark theme of The Black Parade come alive. Possibly my favorite MCR album.
  17. CarlosDoitThis
    Mar 27, 2012
    10
    is very good album in the album narration the situation the live everytime and everydays is very good album, half is a gothic album with a touch of tragedy and death always room where stories are told and disappointments is a creative album with a sound very 70's and 80's with some 90's sometimes a bit of hendrix or ozzy style eg there is a song that seemed to me much in the style of crazyis very good album in the album narration the situation the live everytime and everydays is very good album, half is a gothic album with a touch of tragedy and death always room where stories are told and disappointments is a creative album with a sound very 70's and 80's with some 90's sometimes a bit of hendrix or ozzy style eg there is a song that seemed to me much in the style of crazy train. album is dirty and full of sound and music… Expand
  18. Mangaeyes
    Feb 27, 2016
    10
    10/10 - "This is one to file alongside 'American Idiot', 'Doolittle' and 'Nevermind' on your greatest US rock albums shelf" - NME

    Such a good album!!
  19. Copeland
    Jan 5, 2013
    10
    My Chemical Romance have truly found their way to fame and the big time with The Black Parade, which is a showcase of both their musical abilities and their storytelling abilities, both through the lyrics and the emotion. This is the kind of album that comes around one in a band's lifespan and brings wonderful songs such as Dead!, Welcome to the Black Parade, Teenagers and Famous LastMy Chemical Romance have truly found their way to fame and the big time with The Black Parade, which is a showcase of both their musical abilities and their storytelling abilities, both through the lyrics and the emotion. This is the kind of album that comes around one in a band's lifespan and brings wonderful songs such as Dead!, Welcome to the Black Parade, Teenagers and Famous Last Words, which single handedly took the world by storm in 2006 and 2007.… Expand
  20. forestville
    Mar 15, 2013
    10
    One of the characteristics of MCR is that in every job evolving their sound and theme and this work definitely proves that this band has great power in the music.
    First of all, clarify that this work, for me, does not exceed the greatness of the previous album 'Three Cheers For Sweet Revenge' because I feel more emotional and melodic, but The Black Parade is a unique blend of styles and    One of the characteristics of MCR is that in every job evolving their sound and theme and this work definitely proves that this band has great power in the music.
    First of all, clarify that this work, for me, does not exceed the greatness of the previous album 'Three Cheers For Sweet Revenge' because I feel more emotional and melodic, but The Black Parade is a unique blend of styles and quality, containing topics literally for everyone. Surely listening after listening, you will be able to go all tastes squeezing this cd from a group that has been getting a major impact far and wide across the planet and surely still have much to offer job after job. Do not miss out.    … Expand
  21. Screenager
    Apr 16, 2013
    10
    A good old fashioned prog-rock opera that serves as a tribute to classic rock of the 1970s (namely Queen, which is the biggest influence on the record). Death is the big (and only) theme on the album that follows the journey of The Patient after his death from cancer and seeing death in the from of a favourite memory (the titular parade as a child). Its a wonderfully ludicrous story toldA good old fashioned prog-rock opera that serves as a tribute to classic rock of the 1970s (namely Queen, which is the biggest influence on the record). Death is the big (and only) theme on the album that follows the journey of The Patient after his death from cancer and seeing death in the from of a favourite memory (the titular parade as a child). Its a wonderfully ludicrous story told brilliant with some great instrumentation inspired by Billy Corgan and Freddie Mercury. This could be the greatest "emo" album of the century.… Expand
  22. Critic1991
    May 10, 2013
    10
    This is the most outstanding album I own and that I have ever heard. This is MCR's finest effort. Every single song on this album is incredible, deep, thoughtful, masterful and magical. This is the album against which I compare all others. If I was stuck on a desert island and could only have one CD, The Black Parade would be my choice.
  23. tripled24
    Feb 13, 2023
    10
    A great record. Never thought they would get this good after their first 2 records.
  24. DeadSongbird
    Apr 5, 2015
    10
    This album really stands out with it's unique and honestly magnificent sound. Every song holds its own beauty, story and twist. The style of music is edgy yet graceful and the lyrics really match the mood and feel of each separate song. My Chemical Romance really took from many different inspirations to create this album and it works really well. It is easy to connect to the lyrics andThis album really stands out with it's unique and honestly magnificent sound. Every song holds its own beauty, story and twist. The style of music is edgy yet graceful and the lyrics really match the mood and feel of each separate song. My Chemical Romance really took from many different inspirations to create this album and it works really well. It is easy to connect to the lyrics and feel the beat of each tune pump through your veins. 'The Black Parade' has many catchy beats that range from pumped up and hard hitting to soft and melodic, each blending with each other whilst still sounding completely different and unique. A few of the songs on this album are quite bold and perhaps not for everyone but I feel like every track could grow on you after a couple of plays. This album is definitely worth purchasing and it would also be wise to check out some of MCR's other stuff as well.… Expand
  25. EvaMelG
    Jun 10, 2015
    10
    Every single song stand out in its unique way. The lyrics seem to come from the soul. If you have ever heard "Welcome to the Black Parade" and liked it than this album will be your next love.
  26. Andkan1
    Jul 21, 2015
    10
    The album has an amazing storyline and all the songs have a powerful message, especially the amazing Famous Last Words and Welcome to the Black Parade.
  27. vinzlima
    Nov 20, 2015
    10
    Melhor álbum da banda em tudo. Álbum completo, sonoridade perfeita, letras dramáticas, produção dos Deuses. Não há como não dar uma nova abaixo de 10. O álbum e muito bom mesmo. Isso e uma banda Emo/Core para a adolescência
  28. RyFox
    Dec 21, 2015
    10
    In my opinion, it is hard to have a better album than this. All the songs are great (including the slower ones). It is also is a great rock opera. If you get the chance, I highly recommend getting this album.
  29. CharlieBetterIs
    Dec 23, 2015
    10
    The Black Parade é um álbum incrível! Gerard Way está no auge da sua voz e as músicas tem ótimas letras, além da ótima instrumental. O ponto alto da carreira de MCR.

    Pontos altos: The Sharpest Lives, Sleep, Cancer
    Pontos baixos: Blood, The End., Disenchanted
  30. JanetSamurai
    Jan 28, 2016
    10
    Each song could be a single and become a worldwide hit. There's an overwhelming amount of emotions from the very beginning to the very end of the album, one of my all-time favourite records.
  31. GamecubeLover
    Jul 20, 2016
    10
    This album is my favorite of my chemical romance by far. It has my favorite songs of MCR. This album is greatness just plain greatness. I love the black parade.
  32. stgrunu
    Mar 18, 2018
    10
    This is how a band should evolve. A first album that sounded like unfinished demos followed by a rock opera sophomore attempt. With years, TBP gets even better and better and it's going to be remembered as one of the best albums of the 21st century.
    Standouts are: The End/Dead, The Sharpest Lives and Welcome to the Black Parade.
  33. yoshi564
    Dec 3, 2016
    10
    This has the best songs of the band has ever made ever! I don't know how much times I listened to this perfect album but it is the best album they have made and that's all I can say.
  34. weskergamer
    Mar 12, 2018
    10
    Abum perfecto, con una excelente mexcla de geneeros y sobre todo la historia del paciente.WOW sorprenderte, hay pocos disco como este actualmente, por no decir ninguno
  35. StealthyHipo200
    Aug 25, 2018
    10
    In my opinion one of the best albums ever released. The theme and overall production paired with truly unique and engaging songs make this an experience of an album.
  36. A-A-Ron837
    Jan 17, 2018
    10
    An amazing album. Each song is exiting and makes me feel pumped up. My favorite songs from this album include Teenagers, Famous Last Words, and of course Welcome to the Black Parade (a song that I would call the Bohemian Rhapsody of this generation). The lyrics are well thought out, catchy, and sometimes even deep and meaningful. The instrumentals are headbang-worthy. The only majorAn amazing album. Each song is exiting and makes me feel pumped up. My favorite songs from this album include Teenagers, Famous Last Words, and of course Welcome to the Black Parade (a song that I would call the Bohemian Rhapsody of this generation). The lyrics are well thought out, catchy, and sometimes even deep and meaningful. The instrumentals are headbang-worthy. The only major problem I have is that a lot of times the vocals were drowned out by the instrumentals, but I still loved the album nonetheless.… Expand
  37. HPFANBOY1237
    Nov 30, 2017
    10
    Ugh, how can this band put amazing album after amazing album? I can't even decide if I like "Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge" as much or more than this. They haven't put out one bad thing and "The Black Parade" is no exception. This album is so full of life which is ironic because it's about a dying patient. I just love this album to pieces! A+
  38. Clint_Eastwood1
    Nov 9, 2017
    10
    Невероятный в эмоцианальном плане альбом повествующий о тяжело больном человеке,жизнь которого скоро закончиться.Весь этот альбом-это набор флешбэков повествующих о его тяжёлой жизни.Все песни-это невероятные композиция,которые дарят кучу эмоций.Жаль,что таких альбомов в современном роке мало,зачастую радуют Radiohead,но сейчас таких исполнителей мало.Невероятный в эмоцианальном плане альбом повествующий о тяжело больном человеке,жизнь которого скоро закончиться.Весь этот альбом-это набор флешбэков повествующих о его тяжёлой жизни.Все песни-это невероятные композиция,которые дарят кучу эмоций.Жаль,что таких альбомов в современном роке мало,зачастую радуют Radiohead,но сейчас таких исполнителей мало.
  39. Montoy____19
    Dec 22, 2017
    10
    Uno de los mejores álbumes de la década de los 2000. My Chemical Romance dijo que este iba a ser el álbum con el que querían ser recordados, y vaya que lo lograron. Marcaron a toda una generación con el himno "Welcome To The Black Parade".
  40. smibnor
    Mar 30, 2018
    10
    An amazing album that definitely lives up to the expectations set by MCR's previous records "I Brought You My Bullets..." and "Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge". Gerard Way's vocals are so gripping.
    Best Tracks: Welcome To The Black Parade, Mama, Famous Last Words
    Worst Tracks: N/A
  41. MysticManiac
    Apr 15, 2018
    10
    This album is really good throughout. This is pretty much a perfect album. Some depressing but fantastic tracks, some catchy hooky songs and some utterly spectacular tracks, it is quite hard to find legitimate flaws with the album without nitpicking. Even the "weaker" songs are great. Definitely MCR's best album. No question!
  42. JoeyCORNER2001
    Oct 7, 2018
    10
    My Chemical Romance really struck gold with this album. It will forever be known as the album that defined a generation.
  43. Mycoldpatrol
    Nov 14, 2018
    10
    This is my favorite album from my favorite band, this one means a lot to me, it´s definitely a classic.
  44. oliverclarke
    Aug 21, 2019
    10
    Incredible record, among some of the greatest works in music of the century. The black parade explores the concept of death in a new way, with every track being unforgettable.
  45. coolguylestat
    Jan 20, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I am completely biased writing this, I will agree with that, because this band is my favorite band of all time. What they mean to me, what they have always meant to me, is something so strong and so real that I can't help but love everything they do. Okay, now, time to actually get into the review.

    This album, as a concept, is stellar. The final closing to the story of My Chemical Romance with the patient was so cleverly thought out. Playing off of Revenge which- side note, why the HELL is that not on here? Like for real, it's their best album, why isn't it up? Anyways yeah, this album played off the bitterness of Revenge with a very melancholy and pessimistic downtrodden mood, and damn, I loved it. 'Welcome To The Black Parade' is the most iconic song of the 2000s and of emo culture, you can't fight me on that, because if you disagree, you are not worth my time. 'Mama' is perhaps one of the most explosive and best songs every written any by MCR. Holy... the last damn chorus. The lyrics of 'The Sharpest Lives' actually caused me to take a songwriting class for four years straight AND read Romeo and Juliet AND audition for Mercutio AND cry when I didn't get the role. Sleep, Dead!, Famous Last Words, The End., This Is How I Disappear, I Don't Love You, House of Wolves, Cancer Teenagers, Disenchanted and Blood all slap. And what songs are mediocre or suck- yeah, that's right. None.

    I wish I could be half as good and iconic as this album was. Hell, if this album went up to my girl and took her I wouldn't do **** Because that's his girl now. End of story, i'm not going to justify myself anymore. My ways are superior. This album is superior. Shut up.    … Expand
  46. MegaAscension
    Apr 2, 2020
    10
    One of my top five favorite albums ever. There are really only ten albums I can confidently give a 10. This is one of them. There's not much I can say about this album other than that it is perfect. If all you've ever heard is "Welcome To The Black Parade", you're missing out. Personal favorites include the thrashing rock song This Is How I Disappear, the Cabaret inspired Mama, and theOne of my top five favorite albums ever. There are really only ten albums I can confidently give a 10. This is one of them. There's not much I can say about this album other than that it is perfect. If all you've ever heard is "Welcome To The Black Parade", you're missing out. Personal favorites include the thrashing rock song This Is How I Disappear, the Cabaret inspired Mama, and the incredible anthemic Famous Last Words. Move past the label of this as "emo music" and enjoy this masterpiece.… Expand
  47. helenaisadyke
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    marvelous rock opera with incredibly well written tracks, GREAT guitar solo parts and amazing vocals.
    songs like sleep, mama cancer and disappear will never leave your brain
  48. Isaactorres
    Mar 16, 2021
    10
    This album explains perfectly why rock is one of the best generes of all time. Absolutely stunning and epic Great work of production and the guitars are unbelievably good. One of the best rock albums out there.
  49. Erowden48
    May 7, 2020
    10
    The best album of all time. My Chemical Romances Magnum Opus. My favorite album.
  50. FidelGastro
    May 16, 2020
    10
    For me an ex-emo guy its still like a drug after all these years.

    10/10 Masterpiece.
  51. calebeedude56
    Sep 11, 2020
    10
    MCR really knocked it out of the park with this one. This album is a timeless classic that i still come back to every day. Defining the rock genre in the early 2000's, many complaints i see with this album are invalid such as "its too dark", or "a band that small should not be making an album like that", well guess what, this album made them big. This is one of the greatest albums of theMCR really knocked it out of the park with this one. This album is a timeless classic that i still come back to every day. Defining the rock genre in the early 2000's, many complaints i see with this album are invalid such as "its too dark", or "a band that small should not be making an album like that", well guess what, this album made them big. This is one of the greatest albums of the century, containing loud energizing songs like dead!, and this is how i disappear, and slow emotional songs like cancer and disenchanted. Almost every song in this album is a 10/10, and this album continues to change the world.… Expand
  52. PrizzBeam1
    Dec 31, 2020
    10
    What do I even say here? It's my favorite album ever. There's a reason why this album is adored by people who are no longer in their "phase". The lyrics here cut like a dagger, and MCR blends their style with classic rock influences from Pink Floyd and Queen without the music being overshadowed by it. I first listened to "Welcome To The Black Parade" to make fun of emo kids in high school,What do I even say here? It's my favorite album ever. There's a reason why this album is adored by people who are no longer in their "phase". The lyrics here cut like a dagger, and MCR blends their style with classic rock influences from Pink Floyd and Queen without the music being overshadowed by it. I first listened to "Welcome To The Black Parade" to make fun of emo kids in high school, but several years later, it's my favorite album ever.… Expand
  53. prettyodd
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This album is really personal to me. The lyrics, just- wow. Incredible. And Gerard's voice and passion!!! And the instruments!!! This is one of the best albums I've heard
  54. namhng
    Nov 5, 2020
    10
    Superb album, i was shaking listening to this, it turned me on so high i couldn't get down; and the way it sounds, it's so good, it's so beautiful, hauntingly beautiful!
  55. Thatoneguy34
    Feb 6, 2021
    10
    One of the best emo albums ever. Most enjoyed by all Killjoys. Most classic rock fans will love this albums. It is a modern classic. With it's sound it creates a interesting concept for a album. A man dies on a hospital bed and goes through his thoughts. And we the listeners are placed in his mind. All songs are fantastic. Example of a perfect album.
  56. PapaRabbi69
    Feb 22, 2021
    10
    This album is a masterclass in music creation. The production is fantastic, as well as the way Gerard's voice cuts through the mix in a way that they had never previously achieved. The concept of this album, while scattered at times, comes together to become one of the most heart-wrenching stories I've ever heard. Unlike the concept for 2004's Three Cheers For Sweet Revenge (Which I alsoThis album is a masterclass in music creation. The production is fantastic, as well as the way Gerard's voice cuts through the mix in a way that they had never previously achieved. The concept of this album, while scattered at times, comes together to become one of the most heart-wrenching stories I've ever heard. Unlike the concept for 2004's Three Cheers For Sweet Revenge (Which I also love), this album takes a much more realistic approach to its storytelling. At times this realism is almost too real with how deeply it can cut into the lives of people who are dealing with cancer. Not in a way that is insensitive, however, just in a way that truly explains the mindsets of people dealing with cancer including the actual patient and the family. Overall, I truly believe this is the peak of all music.… Expand
  57. DrPebba
    Jan 14, 2023
    10
    Probably one of the best albums of all time, the concept and narrative of this album is some of the most detailed and interesting in any kind of music, it follows the story of a cancer patient who has a couple weeks to live and shows how he deals with death and thinks back on his life. All of this is just the writing of the album, the instrumentals and the way it correlates with all theProbably one of the best albums of all time, the concept and narrative of this album is some of the most detailed and interesting in any kind of music, it follows the story of a cancer patient who has a couple weeks to live and shows how he deals with death and thinks back on his life. All of this is just the writing of the album, the instrumentals and the way it correlates with all the themes the album shows, the songs are creative, the writing and concept are so well made and explained, and from start to finish the album always hooks you and never slows down. Sleep and Mama are arguably some of the best rock songs of all time, it's something that you have to listen to understand… Expand
  58. That1Person
    Dec 23, 2022
    10
    A true masterpiece. To the person who hasn't attempted to try out The Black Parade, I can't begin to express how sorry I feel for you. This is a must listen for any connoisseur of rock music.
  59. RB2345
    Jun 25, 2022
    10
    This is the most iconic and amazing concept album since sgt. peppers with the iconic track welcome to the black parade the cry worthy tracks I don't love you cancer The end and disenchanted. The emo rock tracks house of wolves the sharpest lives famous last words teenagers and dead and the
    nice style mix ups of mama and blood make for an amazing experience. The concept of the album is    This is the most iconic and amazing concept album since sgt. peppers with the iconic track welcome to the black parade the cry worthy tracks I don't love you cancer The end and disenchanted. The emo rock tracks house of wolves the sharpest lives famous last words teenagers and dead and the
    nice style mix ups of mama and blood make for an amazing experience. The concept of the album is conveyed beautifully through tragic yet hopeful songs. Without a doubt the best concept album ever created.    … Expand
  60. Franco853
    Aug 11, 2022
    10
    Obra maestra con una excelente historia y de las mejores opera rock de la musica
  61. AdriianZoe
    May 27, 2023
    10
    This Album Is awesome, I really enjoy all the songs, especially "mama", this is the best song i was listen, thanks MCR
  62. DeanL
    Oct 25, 2006
    9
    This is the album Green Day SHOULD have made...
  63. KellyM
    Jan 30, 2007
    9
    At first I didn't want to listen to the album because of how much they have changed since bullets but after I actually convinced myself to do so I was at one relieved. This cd is extremely well crafted, great guitars, gerads voice has gotten much better. This whole album is about death and teaches us not to be afraid of it, that it is a natural part of life and we should enjoy it At first I didn't want to listen to the album because of how much they have changed since bullets but after I actually convinced myself to do so I was at one relieved. This cd is extremely well crafted, great guitars, gerads voice has gotten much better. This whole album is about death and teaches us not to be afraid of it, that it is a natural part of life and we should enjoy it while we have it. We shouldn't count the days we have left because that's no way to live, we should just go and have the best fucking time we can.… Expand
  64. theredonesmakemeflyandtheblueonesmakemefall
    Apr 10, 2007
    9
    brilliant though not as gr8 as their previous albums wich r both 10s
  65. HeatherB
    Apr 20, 2007
    9
    I love this album, not as much as their 1st..but its brilliant. Gerards voice is amazing, everything about MCR works perfectly.
  66. a.l.
    Jun 5, 2007
    9
    i love them im a new fan but it brings me tears how much they've changed. i love the morbid lyrics and wild instrimentals of three cheers and bullets. not even kidding im tearing. but tBP is great too. I WILL OVE MCR TO THE END in my last dying breath ill be singing one of their songs.
  67. RandyM
    Nov 28, 2006
    9
    The Black Parade is simply a great album, and prove's to be MCR's best to date. The lyrics are empowering and wonderful. Definetely worth checking out.
  68. nura
    Dec 1, 2006
    9
    all the songs in this album are superb! i like the new MCR! keep up with the good work, guys!
  69. JohnB.
    Oct 24, 2006
    9
    Reminiscent of Green Day's "American Idiot," but more ambitious. It overreaches itself at times, but overall an excellent record.
  70. nickm
    Oct 25, 2006
    9
    who ever thinks this is crap is thinking too hard, not everything has to be refered back to your glory days
  71. JustinT
    Oct 25, 2006
    9
    Great 3rd album. Happy with how good it is. Definitely a good sound, sounds like MCR.
  72. M88
    Oct 26, 2006
    9
    I'm not a fan of this "type" of music. But i find this album extremely addictive. And to say this band's new cd is just "emo-pop" is kind of a cop-out.
  73. MaxL
    Oct 27, 2006
    9
    I have to say that I am a little surprised at the quality of this album. I wasn't a fan of their last record, but they poished themselves silly on this one. It's really quite fun, and at times, a little beautiful. And really, this is rarely the sort of thing I like. I'm shocked.
  74. JonnyH
    Oct 30, 2006
    9
    Blinkin' great... Who reads NOW "magazine" anyway? As for the Observer Music Monthly, obviously some little lord trying to stand out, s/he has done, but for all the wrong reasons.
  75. JimH
    Feb 17, 2007
    9
    I'm over 40. I picked this up to share it with my tween daughter because of the hype around its debut. At first, I thought it was more like Offspring's Smash than anything else: a flash-in-the-pan band with too much bluster and not enough mustard. But this lives. "Mama," "Cancer," "Teenagers" and a handful of other tracks get better with every listen. And all great rock albums I'm over 40. I picked this up to share it with my tween daughter because of the hype around its debut. At first, I thought it was more like Offspring's Smash than anything else: a flash-in-the-pan band with too much bluster and not enough mustard. But this lives. "Mama," "Cancer," "Teenagers" and a handful of other tracks get better with every listen. And all great rock albums have at least one "empty screamfest" although I'm not sure I hear one here. Kudos to a band of true believers who - like Queen, the Pumpkins, Green Day and all the other great examples to which they are compared - believes that there is still room for one more classic classic rock album, long after rock and roll has been declared dead.… Expand
  76. emoD.
    Sep 12, 2007
    9
    This album rocks! All the songs are great, there are only 2 songs ont he whole album that i dont like, but all the rest are top quality. But beware, this album is quite different from mcr's older albums.
  77. mewtwo62
    Feb 7, 2008
    9
    There is absolutely no favoritism in this album. you'll definitely find yourself listening to the whole CD straight and skipping absolutely NOTHING. this is a must buy for new time and old time MCR fans. what the hell, this is a must buy for every single alternative rock fan on the planet! three cheers for the black parade!
  78. JoshL.
    Jul 19, 2008
    9
    A great album with some awsome songs like Teenagers, I don't love you, Welcome to the black parade, the sharpest lives, dead!, and famous last words.
  79. DG
    Nov 24, 2006
    9
    Surprsingly original for the current day. It is melodic and echoes of wall-of-sound recordings from the sixties and seventies.
  80. JoshN
    Oct 23, 2006
    9
    Once i got a chance to listen to the mcr's new cd "The Black Parade," i finally got to see how much more mature romance has become. This cd is very mid 70s ish and i love the influences they used for this album. From "the wall" by pink floyd to "sgt. pepper" of the beatles, mcr mixes and matches very well. It is very highly recommended. Don't just judge mcr for their image, Once i got a chance to listen to the mcr's new cd "The Black Parade," i finally got to see how much more mature romance has become. This cd is very mid 70s ish and i love the influences they used for this album. From "the wall" by pink floyd to "sgt. pepper" of the beatles, mcr mixes and matches very well. It is very highly recommended. Don't just judge mcr for their image, there music is really awe inspiring. Songs of notability: Mama, I Don't Love You, Teenagers, Welcome to the Black Parade, and Dead!… Expand
  81. Chris
    Oct 23, 2006
    9
    Actual Score: 9.3 (metacritic doesnt allow decimals)
  82. ZachP
    Dec 4, 2006
    9
    "The Black Parade" is definitly worth the listen. It has incredible lyrics. If you loved "Three Cheers..." prepare to love this one. It is completely different.
  83. Konron
    Oct 25, 2006
    9
    I'm no fan of emo, but this new album doesn't sound very emo at all, considering what band it came from. It's catchy, dramatic, like some kind of Broadway punk musical with plenty of nods to Queen and Pink Floyd. Color me pleasantly surprised; this is definitely one of the year's best.
  84. MattD.
    Oct 26, 2006
    9
    Emo taken to a new level! I never thought it could be this fun.
  85. DarrenS
    Oct 27, 2006
    9
    I love how some publications feel the need to automatically bash a clearly amazing album just because it goes against their indie cred. I listen to mostly indie music, but I acknowledge this as an excellent album from a genre which has produced too few of them. The scope of the band's vision is massive, and I'm throughly looking forward to the next step in their quest to take I love how some publications feel the need to automatically bash a clearly amazing album just because it goes against their indie cred. I listen to mostly indie music, but I acknowledge this as an excellent album from a genre which has produced too few of them. The scope of the band's vision is massive, and I'm throughly looking forward to the next step in their quest to take over the world...if this album doesn't do it for them already.… Expand
  86. LiamK
    Dec 7, 2006
    9
    One of the great albums of its time, but this post is more of a rebuttal. To all you nay-sayers: Grow up and develop some empathy! A band shouldn't just appease their core audience, but try and widen their reach. You say "...they've sold out" and "far too pop" etc. But how is being popular a bad thing? I've never met a band who have said "I only want a small following". A One of the great albums of its time, but this post is more of a rebuttal. To all you nay-sayers: Grow up and develop some empathy! A band shouldn't just appease their core audience, but try and widen their reach. You say "...they've sold out" and "far too pop" etc. But how is being popular a bad thing? I've never met a band who have said "I only want a small following". A band evolves, and if it doesn't: it dies. And that's a fact. MCR have decided that they want to bring a message (and fun to the masses). I applaud them seeing as it's about time we had a rock album that wasn't aimed at a vocal (and very annoying with poor spelling) minority. Stop being so conservative and try something new, and if you don't like it, at least bring a proper argument please. Thanks for reading :)… Expand
  87. AdamT
    Oct 28, 2006
    9
    It's surprisingly amazing.
  88. rockom.
    Oct 29, 2006
    9
    I wasn't a fan of My Chemical Romance before this. My girlfriend fell in love with them and I sort of resented their theatrics. But, this album has made a fan of me. It's impressively organized and by the time Liza Minelli rolls around, she doesn't seem to be out-of-place at all. Great stuff!
  89. MikeT.
    Nov 14, 2007
    9
    The first four tracks are for the fans who wanted more "Three Cheers", but the rest is pure unadulterated rock in an entirely new, entirely impressive vein. Take it from someone who hated MCR prior to "The Black Parade" -- this is their best effort to date, and one of the best albums in recent memory.
  90. AndreaT
    Jan 18, 2007
    9
    Some of the best songs on there ever it rocks and i hope my chemical romance brings out anther album bacease there my all time fave lol must go but i might comment on other albums and that lolable cya people
  91. TBone
    Jan 21, 2007
    9
    I think this album successfully mixes Queen, Screamo and 80s power ballads. I'm usually one of those snob critics taht doesnt like anything I didn't discover but I have to give this album credit. Kids in the mall might like this, that doesnt necessarily make it suck. It sounds good pretty much start to finish and has lasted in my playlist for a couple months.
  92. HeatherC.
    Dec 21, 2007
    9
    Not emo at all. With things like, "I am not afraid to keep on living" it is a message of hope. Sure they are... not so good live, but the message and the album is solid. Only reason why it's not a 10 is since I could live without ever hearing mama again. ugh. if they only put out that killer b-side "Kill all your friends" (pun intended).
  93. Sean
    Feb 11, 2007
    9
    Similar to American Idiot, and just as good. In other words, it's an astonishingly accomplished mainstream pop hard rock album, one that is less mainstream and more original than other mainstream punk albums, even their own, but still undeniably of the mainstream. But hey, mainstream can be done well, and this coming from a die-hard indie fan who usually listens to Neko and Bejar and Similar to American Idiot, and just as good. In other words, it's an astonishingly accomplished mainstream pop hard rock album, one that is less mainstream and more original than other mainstream punk albums, even their own, but still undeniably of the mainstream. But hey, mainstream can be done well, and this coming from a die-hard indie fan who usually listens to Neko and Bejar and Of Montreal. Black Parade really changed my perceptions of MCR for the better, just as American Idiot did for me with Green Day.… Expand
  94. TyeN.
    Nov 12, 2006
    9
    MCR have somehow evolved past another "me too" emo rock band and into something worthy of listening to. I was so shocked when I first heard this album in my friends car and was told it was MCR. The next day I purchased the album to discover one of the year's best. Even if you previously despised them, you might be surprised by just how much they've grown. Their song writing and MCR have somehow evolved past another "me too" emo rock band and into something worthy of listening to. I was so shocked when I first heard this album in my friends car and was told it was MCR. The next day I purchased the album to discover one of the year's best. Even if you previously despised them, you might be surprised by just how much they've grown. Their song writing and music playing is so much better than before..it's an unbelievable evolution. Best tracks: "Dead!", "This Is How I Disappear", "Welcome To The Black Parade", "Mama", "Teenagers", "House of Wolves", "The Sharpest Lives" and "Cancer". Definitely worth at the least a listen.… Expand
  95. JulianH
    Nov 29, 2006
    9
    Every track on this album is good, you can listen all the way through again and again
  96. Yowazup13
    Dec 14, 2006
    9
    This here is an album whose initial plan was forgotten among the ideas that eventually came forward; recorded as if its conception was only there to stop writers block. It also provides the basis for one of the best turnarounds in recent years. Calling this album punk is not what it should be stated as. Sure there are some punk attributes poking through. But what really shows is a want This here is an album whose initial plan was forgotten among the ideas that eventually came forward; recorded as if its conception was only there to stop writers block. It also provides the basis for one of the best turnarounds in recent years. Calling this album punk is not what it should be stated as. Sure there are some punk attributes poking through. But what really shows is a want for the pop/rock revitalization of the seventies. The riffs, while occasionally repetitive, sometimes glow with power for such songs as … Expand
  97. Richard
    Dec 23, 2006
    9
    I came into this album hoping and praying that I would hate it, well I didn't.
  98. Vampire25
    Dec 16, 2010
    9
    The Black Parade is so refreshing. Almost every track sounds like another band's single. This concept album is about a young boy dying in a hospital. Sounds pretty depressing, I know. But it's so fun to listen too. It all sounds fresh and original. They have definitely matured as a band with this album. The opening "The End" gets you going until "Dead", the second track on the album comesThe Black Parade is so refreshing. Almost every track sounds like another band's single. This concept album is about a young boy dying in a hospital. Sounds pretty depressing, I know. But it's so fun to listen too. It all sounds fresh and original. They have definitely matured as a band with this album. The opening "The End" gets you going until "Dead", the second track on the album comes on and then your attention is fully grasped on this wonderful album. All In All, The Black Parade is a great rock album and it came out around a time when there were no good rock albums out. A-… Expand
  99. jhirsohn
    Sep 11, 2012
    9
    I usually don't like writing these, but I feel the need with this album. It is so underrated and written off as a lot less than it actually is. It may not be revolutionary or filled with brand new ideas, but the songs range from the enjoyable ("Mama," Teenagers"), to the good ("This is How I Disappear," :I Don't Love you") to the excellent ("Welcome to the Black Parade". "Disenchanted,"I usually don't like writing these, but I feel the need with this album. It is so underrated and written off as a lot less than it actually is. It may not be revolutionary or filled with brand new ideas, but the songs range from the enjoyable ("Mama," Teenagers"), to the good ("This is How I Disappear," :I Don't Love you") to the excellent ("Welcome to the Black Parade". "Disenchanted," "Sleep," "Famous Last Words") It's an excellent album with only a couple weaknesses. Definitely worth your attention.… Expand
  100. House0fWolves_
    Dec 16, 2011
    9
    Unique, catchy, and still staying true to their style many have loved since they began. Their songs are meaningful, sombre, and written and performed to perfection.
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#3 Most Discussed Album of 2006
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#3 Most Shared Album of 2006

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Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 24
  3. Negative: 1 out of 24
  1. The Guardian
    80
    The most bonkers album of the year, but one of the best.
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  2. Alternative Press
    100
    The Black Parade is MCR's whole raison d'etre rolled up into one mega-decibel calling card. [Nov 2006, p.179]
  3. Blender
    90
    They've created the Sgt. Pepper of screamo.
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