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My Chemical Romance Releases 2010 Common People Cover

Published 12 June 2026

My Chemical Romance has officially released their long-sought-after cover of Pulp's iconic Britpop anthem "Common People," giving fans the first-ever streaming release of the band's 2010 recording. The track arrives as the latest preview of the upcoming "Danger Days: The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys" deluxe edition, scheduled for release on July 10 via Reprise Records.

The performance was originally recorded for BBC Radio 1 in 2010 and has become a fan favorite over the years. Alongside the audio release, the band has shared an accompanying video. This marks the second bonus track shared from the deluxe edition, following the earlier release of "Na Na Na Na Na Na Na Na Na Na Na Na (Recorded for BBC Radio 1)."

The deluxe edition will feature a newly remastered version of the original 2010 album alongside nine bonus recordings, many of which are making their streaming and vinyl debuts. The collection will also include reimagined artwork and multiple physical configurations, including picture disc, zoetrope, and colored vinyl editions.

Originally written and recorded by Pulp in 1995, "Common People" remains one of the defining songs of the Britpop era, exploring themes of...

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