You Know What They Do to Guys Like Us in Prison

About this song

The song appears on My Chemical Romance's 2004 album Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge. It features Bert McCracken of The Used, a friend of the band.

What it's about

The song tells the story of a criminal who never expected to be caught and is sent to jail, where he struggles with his mental health and doesn't get along with the other inmates. Within the album's concept, he has been caught on a killing spree and must face the consequences of his actions.

Fun facts

• Covered once, including “You Know What They Do to Guys Like Us in Prison by Osatia”.
• Written by Matt Pelissier, Ray Toro, Frank Iero, Mikey Way and Gerard Way.
• Produced by Howard Benson.
• Recorded at Bay 7 Studios.