single · December 7, 2004

I'm Not Okay (I Promise)

My Chemical Romance

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alternativehard rock

This single marked a significant shift in My Chemical Romance's sound, embracing a more anthemic and hard-rock-oriented style that would define their subsequent work.

• The single was released on December 7, 2004, by Reprise Records.
• The song is the lead single from their 2004 album 'Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge.'
• The music video for "I'm Not Okay (I Promise)" was directed by Gerard Way and features a high school setting, drawing inspiration from films like 'The Breakfast Club.'

My Chemical Romance is a band from New Jersey, best known for pioneering the emo and pop-punk scenes of the early 2000s. In December 2004, they released "I'm Not Okay (I Promise)" as the lead single from their upcoming album.