EXACTLY. I feel validated as as old school fan. They have always been "My Chem." I don't understand this "MCR" shit. Having him call them by name, and use "My Chem" is vindicating. Also, this is a total fucking COVID comment because no one who has left their house in the last 8 months would care about this at all.
What makes me happy is that gee still has the same voice and mannerism when he talks but seeing him with natural white hairs is like omg he is grown up already, im so used to see old interview videos
@@mavik9833what are you saying? Jimmy eat world been on the scene like a decade longer than my chem. If anything my chem owes them more than vice versa.
@@rangernat100 So true! I was so excited to find this video but the first 5 minutes Gerard barely said two words. I wouldn’t call it an “interview”, G should have been given more questions & time to speak. But I’m glad I saw it! ❤️
I met Gerard. I spoke with him several times. He loves ☕ coffee. Sugar no cream. I didn't even know who he was as an artist, so I got to meet him as a person. The person he is has a wonderfully creative mind. I feel blessed to have met him in this way. Not a fangirl just a person.
That's cool if that's true. I wish I could meet him, like for real. Not at a concert, just as a person. He seems so creative and smart , he's practically a genius. I would be intimidated but still, I would like to have a conversation with him 😭
@@jrv4901 Jimmy Eat World tweeted this around a year ago: "Advice for new bands: When coming up with a band name, make sure it’s acronym displayed really large on your artwork or t-shirts won’t be complicating matters. You’re welcome."
People being rude about Gerard need to realise when My Chem was popular he was an alcoholic, drug dependent and had an eating disorder, this is him happy and healthy living his life the way he wants to, think before you say anything :(
i love the glow in gee's eyes, i'm 24 and i feel like a 15yo every time i see his face, i want to hugh him and thank him for everything he has done for me
Oh man, I hoped to see Gerard on the show, but wasn't sure if it'd actually happen. It's SUCH a delight to see to of your favourite bands colliding like that. Hopefully I'll be able to catch a show with both of you if/when the pandemic ends. Watching this series, I think my main takeaway is how much smart phones and voice memos have become as tools in the creative process, haha. Thanks for all your work on this!
I HATE MYSELF for missing TWO MCR gigs!!!!! One due to my bitch ex wife, the other due to dried up funds- unable to get to the gig But , ive seen Jimmy Eat World MANY times
I met Gerard in 2003 at Hell Fest in NY standing near the stage waiting to watch a little known band called Murder by Death and we chatted for a bit and he told me to watch the band and that they were among the best bands in the 3 day hardcore/punk/indie festival and he was right! I was so grateful that he introduced me to those guys! Super nice dude
I haven’t really sat down and watched an entire interview with Gee in so long. It’s sweet to see him doing so well. I’m genuinely happy for him, he worked so hard, he’s been through sooooo much and I’ll always be proud of him. He deserves everything great and positive. There will always be a place in my heart for him ❤️
i´m so glad that gee says the name of the band. I think he´s finally feeling better! this interview is awesome. I felt so indentified with Gerard about the creativity. I hope he´s doing well also the interviewer did a great job (sorry if there´s a grammar mistake i´m mexican haha)
First concert I ever went to was MCR Black Parade tour in Chicago Illinois, i was 13 years old. I'll never forget that concert or what this band meant to me. Long Live the Black Parade!
13:38 this is rlly good. dont chase peoples approval because both you and them are going to change over time. 38:39 is also good. just do your best work regardless of what will sell or be popular.
Gee's hair is so pretty :) I love hearing him talk about pretty much anything. He's my biggest idol, the reason I could survive my teen years a little better and a great inspiration as an adult now.
14:21 I had no idea how to describe the mind of the musician but Gerard has gotten the closest to how I feel when I just go about daily life and am surrounded by constant music coming into my head no matter what I'm doing.
Watching this now after Doug’s death is really heartbreaking. It sounds like he and Gerard had a really beautiful creative friendship. I hope that after ending the tour and returning home, Gerard is able to step back into that studio and keep writing music, but unfortunately it’ll be hard for him.
Jim can you please make this like a more serious thing, even after everything gets back to "normal". As an aspiring musician, I find these conversations you have with other amazing artist to be so insightful and motivating. I could literally be in a rut and get nothing done musically and next thing you know I listen to one of these episodes then Id feel way more motivated. You guys are my heroes and getting opportunity to listen as well as feel like ure a part of this conversation has got me through all of these hurdles during quarantine. Thank you and love you man
This conversation is GOLD! I could listen to you guys talking forever, as independent musician is so inspiring to see two legends talking about things that I can relate, this brings me hope to carry on. My heart is just so full right now, that you!
I turned 41 this year in June, and I swear I admire Gerard just as much, if not more today. I just Love his creative genius and who he is as a person. - forever a fan, even if my 13 year old calls me lame.
@ Yea, I had a friend tell me years ago what his age was and I remembered he was a few years older than me, but never felt the need to actually look that info up. The post you replied to stated “ I turned 41 this year in June “. Thanks for the knowledge drop, however, like so many others, I too admire his talent and enjoy the way his art matches up to my interests and style. I’m definitely not a fan girl and definitely do not wish to know his personal info. If I’m being honest, it’s kind of creepy to obsess over someone you don’t even know. Sincerely, when you’re able to envision yourself in another person’s situation and really think about the amount of weirdness out there it sends a shiver up your spine. And the weirdness part is only a fraction of the bullshit . Take care.
i appreciate the dive into the creative mind and how these guys view, operate, and navigate through their creative eye. and yes, i freaking love jimmy eat world and my chemical romance.
The Artist's Way is a book on my shelf that I bought to get myself out of artist's block when I was really struggling with other stuff going on in my life that was sapping all of my creativity, and it was SUPER HELPFUL. Also I love that Gerard's nerd shelf looks kind of like our nerd shelf that my husband and I have...=D
These kind of conversations (vs interviews) are amazing at getting great info out of the artists. In interviews its rare for questions to be profound, and its even rarer to get truly profound answers. This is just full of profundity.
more like 2018- gerard, and yes i agree. during three cheers for sweet revenge he was addicted to cocaine, alcohol, and multiple other things, and in danger days he was severely anorexic and underfed himself.
I idolise both of these dudes, and it's awesome to see them just chat as humans. Thanks for your art Jim and Gerard, it's been instrumental in my life and I remember fondly attending your live shows when you visited Ireland and look forward to doing so again.
These episodes are making me feel so inspired. They are full of substance and truth. I can only dream of a 2 hour special on the writing process of past albums. 😁. Thanks so much for these, Jim.
i love gerard so much and i’m so happy i grew up with him. I love hearing about whatever creative process works for him, I find myself with a lot of similarities. thank you for inspiring me every day.
Well, time to dive back into the MCR catalog for the millionth time and be impressed yet again. The absolute pinnacle of post-punk songwriting and vision.
Omg I had a smile on my face the whole time watching these guys chat about the creative process 🥰 equal parts adorable and inspiring, thank you Jimmy and Gerard!
Gerard saying "my chem" and im like 💞💞💞💞💞
EXACTLY. I feel validated as as old school fan. They have always been "My Chem." I don't understand this "MCR" shit. Having him call them by name, and use "My Chem" is vindicating. Also, this is a total fucking COVID comment because no one who has left their house in the last 8 months would care about this at all.
Ok this is so true I hear the word Chemical I’m like 👀
What makes me happy is that gee still has the same voice and mannerism when he talks but seeing him with natural white hairs is like omg he is grown up already, im so used to see old interview videos
Sooo fuckin adorable
Y'all r getting personal calling him "gee." You're gonna scare him away ahhh
@@wapwothefetty2569 The fandom has called him that for about 15 years, and the bandmembers also say this. So I don't see a problem in this.
He's older than all of us but still eternally a child inside that we are all super proud of
Gee bean will always be our special boy
Where there's a Gerard, There's a way.
Lmao his motivation motto from now on or I’m rioting
Its actually "where" there is a gerard, theres a way. Lol
Why did his original comment get so many likes when he wrote the phrase wrong? Lol wtf
This comment should forever be associated with Gerard 🤣👍
In taking this
Title should be
Jimmy interviews himself while Gerard agrees.
Jimmy: rambling about nothing
Gerard: “mmhmm, yeah...mmhmm.”
Lol
Oh God stop ahahahhahaha
It was a little annoying.
Deadass
jim's in his high tech music lair and gerard's in a nerd cave lol i love this
It's beautiful
"The band" and "the project that kind of got big" finally has a name 😂😭
I can’t stop looking at all the toys in his office, he’s such a little kid at heart
They're not toys, they're collectibles! 😛
He's even got Mayor McCheese for fucks sake!
@@basedaudio1 simp
Ultimate weeb
not toys
I love how parts of these episodes are just Jim being his own therapist haha
@No No Be kind pls. U shouldn't say this, oooyou sohould be greatful bc Gerard is doing a interview with Jim
i am only here for jim
It seems like he's never been mad a day in his life.
LMFAOOO
@@mavik9833what are you saying? Jimmy eat world been on the scene like a decade longer than my chem. If anything my chem owes them more than vice versa.
Can you believe this is the man that gave us MCR, The Umbrella Academy and Peni Parker? An icon if you ask me.
Agreed
A icon for tweens😅
Take a shot every time Gerard says mhm
I'm dead!
Also right and yeah
Wasted very fast
You’d be WASTED
we finna get
w a s t e d
omg the band has a name
It's been 19 years and we finally got a name
what do you mean? im not familiar with this.
@@kossboss G referred to MCR as simply, "the band" for many years following the breakup, and hasn't said MCR in an interview until now
Timestamp?
@@briancoyer1060 noo, ive seen a video where he says my chemical romance
Gerard interview vs Gerard live on stage is so wildly different it’s insane. Love this man.
wtf is mcr ??? i thought it was called theband
i thought it was an idea 🤣🤣
Noelia Killjoy s t o p lmaondnfhf
Noelia Killjoy hEY
Maybe one of them is this side band he mentioned.
Pfff...
31:29 gee said "my chem" 🥺🥺❤️
I can't stop staring at Gerard's eyes. His eyelashes are always on point lol
I knew I wasn't the only one, his eyes are so gorgeous. Him and Mikey it's the Way gene
Swoon
So beautiful!
Yeah his eyes are beautiful
Gerard: it's nice if you give people a little bit of space
Jimmy: yes! *20 mins monologue about his emotions*
Which is the cutest! More men should talk about emotions like that, it's romantic
@@Britanny1000 but people were here for Gerard 😅😂
@@rangernat100 not all. I'm here because Jimmy Eat World is one of my favourite bands
@@Britanny1000 ahhhh that’s true, but usually it’s the person being interviewed that gets the spotlight 😂😅
@@rangernat100 So true! I was so excited to find this video but the first 5 minutes Gerard barely said two words. I wouldn’t call it an “interview”, G should have been given more questions & time to speak. But I’m glad I saw it! ❤️
I met Gerard. I spoke with him several times. He loves ☕ coffee. Sugar no cream. I didn't even know who he was as an artist, so I got to meet him as a person. The person he is has a wonderfully creative mind. I feel blessed to have met him in this way. Not a fangirl just a person.
Ur username... just wow...
Cool story bro
That's cool if that's true. I wish I could meet him, like for real. Not at a concert, just as a person. He seems so creative and smart , he's practically a genius. I would be intimidated but still, I would like to have a conversation with him 😭
@@bushcarrot1289 bruhh yo pfp is from one of the waterparks albums right ?😂
Gerard spent the first half of this interview wishing he'd never asked how he's doing 😂
He's okay now
@@3seven5seven1nine9nope, he’s not okay
@@sunnex474 I promise
Gerard: talking about the old days writing music with the guys that "would feel very my chem"
Me: breaks down in emo
Gerard in 2004: I will never grow a beard.Nope.Never
Gerard 2020: *beard*
He's joining SAMCRO at this rate
More of a mustache and neck stubble, so he kept his word lol
How dare a person evolve over time.
He's had this look for a while I think maybe this is the most facial hair he can grow
@@neighborhoodmusicsnob5517 soa fan
40minutes of Gerard Way saying:right yeah mhm i agree
We all loved it shut up
It's the closest we get to songs
@@just_a_sad_song517 did i ever say i DIDNT love it?
I didn't mean to come off mean I was joking
I agree I love Gerard !!! I felt like Jimmy just didn’t really ask him anything. Just my 2 cents .
Gerard: "Mhmm"
Gerard "right"
gerard: "yeah"
gerard: "i agree with that"
gerard: “the thing is”
Gerard: Absolutely
From where I'm from, Jimmy eat world and MCR are considered 2 of the best rock bands ever
Where are you from? Because I'd like to go there.
RaddAgainstTheUniverse SAME, like please, that sounds amazing.
@@RaddWillow southern Utah
Funny how you use the initials of MCR but not with Jimmy Eat World... would it mean it spells something? Lmao
@@jrv4901
Jimmy Eat World tweeted this around a year ago: "Advice for new bands: When coming up with a band name, make sure it’s acronym displayed really large on your artwork or t-shirts won’t be complicating matters. You’re welcome."
Love how this is more of a back and forth conversation between friends. You can tell they respect one another 😻😻
People being rude about Gerard need to realise when My Chem was popular he was an alcoholic, drug dependent and had an eating disorder, this is him happy and healthy living his life the way he wants to, think before you say anything :(
Also, at this point, he looks like he didn't age a day since they broke up
He’s got so far
THANK YOU, GERARD. FOR SAYING THE NAME OF”THE BAND”
i love the glow in gee's eyes, i'm 24 and i feel like a 15yo every time i see his face, i want to hugh him and thank him for everything he has done for me
Infinity war: "im the best crossover ever"
This video: "Hold my converse- "
* Vans
Oh man, I hoped to see Gerard on the show, but wasn't sure if it'd actually happen. It's SUCH a delight to see to of your favourite bands colliding like that. Hopefully I'll be able to catch a show with both of you if/when the pandemic ends. Watching this series, I think my main takeaway is how much smart phones and voice memos have become as tools in the creative process, haha. Thanks for all your work on this!
Yeee dude
This is a great conversation for anyone who is already in a band or wants to be in one.
Literally
yup. any musicians/artists/creative people in general
Jimmy Eat World & My Chemical romance are both awesome bands!
I HATE MYSELF for missing TWO MCR gigs!!!!!
One due to my bitch ex wife, the other due to dried up funds- unable to get to the gig
But , ive seen Jimmy Eat World MANY times
@@jamesdavison2927 You divorced your wife because she didn't let you go to the My Chemical Romance show?
@Cleavage
Absolutely not
@@Niedergauss Nothing wrong with that
@@jamesdavison2927
stay single it's better
Gerard is always wearing that green shirt lol
Seriously he's like a homeless war vet. The Ghost of You wasn't real war Gerard!
Legend says he still owns one pair of pants
@@MSVSOL women’s cut
I'm fascinated each time I hear Gerard speak- so gentle in contrast to the deep passion and "anger" in my chem vocals 💕
I met Gerard in 2003 at Hell Fest in NY standing near the stage waiting to watch a little known band called Murder by Death and we chatted for a bit and he told me to watch the band and that they were among the best bands in the 3 day hardcore/punk/indie festival and he was right! I was so grateful that he introduced me to those guys! Super nice dude
I haven’t really sat down and watched an entire interview with Gee in so long. It’s sweet to see him doing so well. I’m genuinely happy for him, he worked so hard, he’s been through sooooo much and I’ll always be proud of him. He deserves everything great and positive. There will always be a place in my heart for him ❤️
i´m so glad that gee says the name of the band. I think he´s finally feeling better! this interview is awesome. I felt so indentified with Gerard about the creativity. I hope he´s doing well also the interviewer did a great job (sorry if there´s a grammar mistake i´m mexican haha)
Graciela Ruiz your English is awesome!
First concert I ever went to was MCR Black Parade tour in Chicago Illinois, i was 13 years old. I'll never forget that concert or what this band meant to me. Long Live the Black Parade!
Oh, the green jackets back XD
He's been wearing that for months
13:38 this is rlly good. dont chase peoples approval because both you and them are going to change over time.
38:39 is also good. just do your best work regardless of what will sell or be popular.
16:50 Okay at this point all I could think of was that old video of Ray and Gee trying to write To the End
Ilenia Trange no! put your finger there! * hums * oH you mean a Bb??? yES A Bb!!!
ThE ChOrdS YoU cAnT dEnY
I don't wanna go to C
Same here!
*you don't have to do that in my direction*
when he said "I was talking to ray the other day" I felt so many emotions
Gerard looks like a baby wearing an adult costume and i think that's beautiful
lynz:alright what should we have for dinner rigatoni or-
gerard: WRITE THAT DOWN WRITE THAT DOWN
No: mhmm yeah mhmm yeah
Gee's hair is so pretty :)
I love hearing him talk about pretty much anything. He's my biggest idol, the reason I could survive my teen years a little better and a great inspiration as an adult now.
14:21 I had no idea how to describe the mind of the musician but Gerard has gotten the closest to how I feel when I just go about daily life and am surrounded by constant music coming into my head no matter what I'm doing.
The man: talking...
Gerard: yes, mm, yes, no, aja, yeaa,mjm
I love him so much ♡
I love him so much too ❤
Hello, Killjoys. It's been a while
Make some noise frendz
Tungrocul NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA
Awwww 🖤 hi
Yep hello yes hi.
YOOOOO
I'm 5minutes into the video and I have a question; is this an interview or a therapy session?
Anonymous 😂
Yes
I have the same question in mind
He never called it an interview, it's just a conversation between two artists.
An EMO interview
Watching this now after Doug’s death is really heartbreaking. It sounds like he and Gerard had a really beautiful creative friendship. I hope that after ending the tour and returning home, Gerard is able to step back into that studio and keep writing music, but unfortunately it’ll be hard for him.
he looks happy:) his eyes are just lifted. I can see it. that is absolutely amazing to see, I love you gee
Yeah there is nothing better than seeing him now looking happier with whatever he is doing, i love him so much too
how does this man still sound the same- he's such a innocent bean i love him
"when the band broke up and I became a solo artist" brutal
Which is just not good lol.
I think my Emo heart just screamed with joy 🖤🖤
Why is no one talking about 16:33 where Gerard explains how Ray said his son was so similar to Gerard back in his early days? So sweet ♡
Oh my god ive finally realized why i like my ela/history teacher so much and its because he literally has the same mannerisms as gerard.
Gerard has such beautiful eyes
GERARD WE LOVE YOU
Jim can you please make this like a more serious thing, even after everything gets back to "normal". As an aspiring musician, I find these conversations you have with other amazing artist to be so insightful and motivating. I could literally be in a rut and get nothing done musically and next thing you know I listen to one of these episodes then Id feel way more motivated. You guys are my heroes and getting opportunity to listen as well as feel like ure a part of this conversation has got me through all of these hurdles during quarantine. Thank you and love you man
cant believe this dude is 43... he looks like a teenager with gray hairs...
He really has that eternal youth
Lmao yeah wrinkles where?
@@elyelyely true omg
He was late 20s when he recorded the first album but looked so young
He's forever young
This conversation is GOLD! I could listen to you guys talking forever, as independent musician is so inspiring to see two legends talking about things that I can relate, this brings me hope to carry on. My heart is just so full right now, that you!
I turned 41 this year in June, and I swear I admire Gerard just as much, if not more today. I just Love his creative genius and who he is as a person. - forever a fan, even if my 13 year old calls me lame.
Hes 47 actually
@ Yea, I had a friend tell me years ago what his age was and I remembered he was a few years older than me, but never felt the need to actually look that info up. The post you replied to stated “ I turned 41 this year in June “. Thanks for the knowledge drop, however, like so many others, I too admire his talent and enjoy the way his art matches up to my interests and style. I’m definitely not a fan girl and definitely do not wish to know his personal info. If I’m being honest, it’s kind of creepy to obsess over someone you don’t even know. Sincerely, when you’re able to envision yourself in another person’s situation and really think about the amount of weirdness out there it sends a shiver up your spine. And the weirdness part is only a fraction of the bullshit . Take care.
i appreciate the dive into the creative mind and how these guys view, operate, and navigate through their creative eye.
and yes, i freaking love jimmy eat world and my chemical romance.
I literally gasped! What a guest!!!! Seen you both perform in AZ!
The Artist's Way is a book on my shelf that I bought to get myself out of artist's block when I was really struggling with other stuff going on in my life that was sapping all of my creativity, and it was SUPER HELPFUL.
Also I love that Gerard's nerd shelf looks kind of like our nerd shelf that my husband and I have...=D
These kind of conversations (vs interviews) are amazing at getting great info out of the artists. In interviews its rare for questions to be profound, and its even rarer to get truly profound answers. This is just full of profundity.
Honestly, I could listen to Gerard talking about my chem songwriting processes for days
The first part of this interview is just articulating the pains of staying productive. My anxiety is flaring up. lol.
11:35 he said it
i left my zoom class to see this
same haha
same.
I'm still in class and watching this 😂
Man honestly I would leave my zoom class for just about anything
Feel that
Gerard is like a cool comforting dad with a really cool past and I am here for it :)
Gerard eyes are so beautiful, they really transmit kindness, love and peace ❤
I know i shouldnt be judging him on his looks.
But can we just appreciate the appearance of 2020-Gerard please.
He is beautiful in every era.
more like 2018- gerard, and yes i agree. during three cheers for sweet revenge he was addicted to cocaine, alcohol, and multiple other things, and in danger days he was severely anorexic and underfed himself.
Jim is the Paul Rudd of musicians he legit doesnt age.
He honestly just looks like a math teacher now he barely aged
Gerard is one cowboy hat away from finishing his physical transformation into Jeff Tweedy
hes trans, GtJ (gee to jeff)
YESSSS LMAOOOO I THOUGHT I WAS THE ONLY FUCKING ONE WHO THOUGHT THIS!!! YOU READ MY MIND
his eyes are so beautiful
2:09 i though he would say "I Literally Took Me Into The City To See A Marching Band"
For those thinking Jim should talk less, this is not an interview, its just a friendly convo
I love it!!!
Looking forward to this one. More music from these awesome bands! No slow stuff, the world needs some uplifting bangers for 2021!
I idolise both of these dudes, and it's awesome to see them just chat as humans. Thanks for your art Jim and Gerard, it's been instrumental in my life and I remember fondly attending your live shows when you visited Ireland and look forward to doing so again.
Gerard sounds like he’s 16.
My love for both of these bands is very strong, has been for many years, and I’m enjoying every moment of this.
gerard is literal sunshine
Gerard is a gift sent from heaven 🥰
These episodes are making me feel so inspired. They are full of substance and truth. I can only dream of a 2 hour special on the writing process of past albums. 😁. Thanks so much for these, Jim.
Gerard is so intelligent I’m glad he’s getting the chance to showcase that here and through writing
This guy looks an awfully lot like Joe Rogan's cousin.
It is lol
Adam Rivera that’s the joke dummy
Kinda looks like Dave grohl
Hmmmmm you might be right
@@frankierosapple_1968 he is, though they've never met
Gerard really loves that green jacket
brooo the way gerard moves his hair away from his face makes me so happy for some reason
also, his body language is just amazing and jsjsjdjd i love it idk current gee is just my favorite he’s adorable 🥺
This show has been fricken legit, you've gotten so many of my favorite names on here
i love gerard so much and i’m so happy i grew up with him. I love hearing about whatever creative process works for him, I find myself with a lot of similarities. thank you for inspiring me every day.
I’m hella excited to see what Gerard would look like with his hair up in a manbun
Oh my gosh yes!
Like a chubby girl with a beard...
@@nickmartinez229 Σ(゜゜)he would look gorgeous
I know like I kinda want to see him with a ponytail ngl
Oh God please no not Gerard
We need a full band interview again
Yes... That hard first moments before you start to write/create.. so relatable..
19:41 thank you gerard for the lovely mental image
The nerd with the D&D bookshelf is an accomplished rock star in case it wasn't obvious.
Gerard has a brilliant mind !!! So special
Well, time to dive back into the MCR catalog for the millionth time and be impressed yet again. The absolute pinnacle of post-punk songwriting and vision.
BRUH I CANT WITH HOW ADORABLE GEE IS🥺🥺🥺🥺
37:55 im crying he's so cute
Omg I had a smile on my face the whole time watching these guys chat about the creative process 🥰 equal parts adorable and inspiring, thank you Jimmy and Gerard!