My Chemical Romance - Helena May 2026

The iconic "Helena dancer" (Tracy Phillips), who performs a macabre, balletic choreography that transitions from deathly stillness to frantic movement.

The track was written by frontman Gerard Way as a tribute to his and bassist Mikey Way’s grandmother, . The lyrics serve as a "vicious" self-reproach for not being there for her during her final days while the band was on tour. The title "Helena" is a play on her name, adding a classic, tragic flair to the dedication. Composition and Sound Musically, "Helena" is a masterclass in dynamic tension: My Chemical Romance - Helena

The haunting "long ago" breakdown provides a cinematic pause before the final, soaring climax. The Music Video The iconic "Helena dancer" (Tracy Phillips), who performs

Directed by , the music video is arguably as famous as the song itself. Set at a funeral in the Immanuel Presbyterian Church in Los Angeles, it features: A mourning crowd in stark black attire with red accents. The title "Helena" is a play on her