I don't think having a My Chemical Romance action figure will make a kid start his own band, I like to think it will make him save children from a burning building.

'Watchmen' is a politically charged story, and it explores exactly what a hero is, how the world would treat them and how they would react. It was the first time I read a superhero story that explored that situation. These are very real people with very real problems.

Life is very, very short, and you can choose to live it how you want.

I thought if we made an album that tried to change the world, or give it hope, it would really happen. But all people found was death and destruction and misery and self-hate. I learned that the world doesn't want to be saved, and it will f**king punch you in the face if you try.

If you're ever in a dark place, don't resort to violence. Talk to someone; whether it be a therapist, teacher, parent, or just someone you can trust. We all have our dark places and it's important that you get help.

I wasn't bullied in high school, I was just ignored.

There's something very romantic about self-destruction and sabotaging your life, and taking a hammer to it.