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Panic! At The Disco launched into the musical stratosphere straight from the vibrant entertainment capital of Las Vegas, Nevada, arriving on the scene in 2004. The group started when childhood friends Ryan Ross and Spencer Smith decided to form a band, quickly recruiting classmates Brent Wilson and Brendon Urie. With ambition and youthful audacity, the band sent demos online to Pete Wentz of Fall Out Boy, who immediately recognized their potential and signed them to his newly formed Decaydance Records label. Almost overnight, Panic! At The Disco transitioned from an obscure teenage dream into a major-label act poised for stardom.
Their debut album, A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out, exploded onto the charts in 2005, introducing the world to the band’s theatrical brand of emo-infused pop-rock. The album’s massive breakout single, “I Write Sins Not Tragedies,” instantly captured public attention, hitting number seven on the Billboard Hot 100 and catapulting the band into mainstream success. Fueled by the song’s clever lyrics and Brendon Urie’s dramatic vocal delivery, Panic! At The Disco became a sensation almost immediately, selling over three million copies of their debut album and solidifying their place among rock music’s fresh wave of mid-2000s acts.
Navigating lineup shifts and evolving creatively, Panic! At The Disco’s follow-up albums further cemented their relevance. Their sophomore effort, Pretty. Odd., released in 2008, marked a shift toward a more retro-inspired sound, delivering singles like “Nine in the Afternoon.” Subsequent albums, including Vices & Virtues (2011) and Too Weird to Live, Too Rare to Die! (2013), showcased the band’s consistent reinvention, yielding hit tracks like “The Ballad of Mona Lisa” and the platinum-selling anthem “Miss Jackson.” By this point, the band’s lineup had undergone significant changes, eventually leaving Urie as the sole original member by 2015.
Under Urie’s creative direction, Panic! At The Disco soared even higher with their fifth studio album, Death of a Bachelor (2016), which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart. Propelled by massive singles like “Victorious” and “Emperor’s New Clothes,” the album demonstrated Urie’s versatility, incorporating diverse musical influences from Sinatra-esque swagger to explosive modern pop-rock. This success continued with their sixth album, Pray for the Wicked (2018), which also reached number one, powered by hit singles “High Hopes” and “Hey Look Ma, I Made It,” both staples on radio and streaming playlists globally.
Recognition came quickly and frequently for Panic! At The Disco, earning numerous accolades that validated their artistic risks. They secured prestigious honors including MTV Video Music Awards, American Music Award nominations, Billboard Music Awards, and notably, a Grammy nomination for Best Rock Album for Death of a Bachelor. The band’s cinematic music videos, elaborate stage performances, and Urie’s magnetic stage presence elevated their reputation, drawing millions of passionate fans worldwide who embraced their continually evolving musical identity.
Beyond music, Brendon Urie and Panic! At The Disco have actively engaged in charitable and socially responsible efforts. Urie, who openly identifies as pansexual, became a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, regularly speaking out in support of equality and donating significant funds to LGBTQ+ organizations. Panic! At The Disco partnered with the Human Rights Campaign and launched the Highest Hopes Foundation in 2018, dedicated to promoting human rights and inclusivity. Such advocacy has deeply resonated with fans, who appreciate the sincerity behind Urie’s willingness to leverage his platform for meaningful change.
The enduring appeal of Panic! At The Disco lies not only in their chart-topping hits but also in their fearless creativity, willingness to reinvent themselves, and commitment to authenticity. From the flashy lights of Vegas to packed arenas worldwide, the journey of Panic! At The Disco illustrates a remarkable musical evolution rooted in both passion and purpose, continuously redefining the boundaries of rock and pop for new generations of listeners.
Complete List Of Panic! At The Disco Songs From A to Z
- (Fk A) Silver Lining** – Pray for the Wicked – 2018
- All by Yourself – Viva Las Vengeance – 2022
- All the Boys – Too Weird to Live, Too Rare to Die! (Japanese/Target bonus) – 2013
- Always – Vices & Virtues – 2011
- Behind the Sea – Pretty. Odd. – 2008
- Behind the Sea (alternate version) – Pretty. Odd. (iTunes deluxe version) – 2008
- Bittersweet – Vices & Virtues (iTunes pre-order) – 2011
- Build God, Then We’ll Talk – A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out – 2005
- But It’s Better If You Do – A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out – 2005
- C’mon – Non-album single (with fun.) – 2011
- Camisado – A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out – 2005
- Camisado (demo) – A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out (Japanese edition pre-gap) – 2005
- Can’t Fight Against the Youth – Too Weird to Live, Too Rare to Die! (Japanese/Target bonus) – 2013
- Casual Affair – Too Weird to Live, Too Rare to Die! – 2013
- Collar Full – Too Weird to Live, Too Rare to Die! – 2013
- Crazy=Genius – Death of a Bachelor – 2016
- Dancing’s Not a Crime – Pray for the Wicked – 2018
- Death of a Bachelor – Death of a Bachelor – 2016
- Do It to Death – Viva Las Vengeance – 2022
- Do You Know What I’m Seeing? – Pretty. Odd. – 2008
- Do You Know What I’m Seeing? (alternate version) – Pretty. Odd. (Japanese bonus tracks) – 2008
- Don’t Let the Light Go Out – Viva Las Vengeance – 2022
- Don’t Threaten Me with a Good Time – Death of a Bachelor – 2016
- Dying in LA – Pray for the Wicked – 2018
- Emperor’s New Clothes – Death of a Bachelor – 2016
- Far Too Young to Die – Too Weird to Live, Too Rare to Die! – 2013
- Folkin’ Around – Pretty. Odd. – 2008
- From a Mountain in the Middle of the Cabins – Pretty. Odd. – 2008
- Girl That You Love – Too Weird to Live, Too Rare to Die! – 2013
- Girls / Girls / Boys – Too Weird to Live, Too Rare to Die! – 2013
- God Killed Rock and Roll – Viva Las Vengeance – 2022
- Golden Days – Death of a Bachelor – 2016
- Hallelujah – Death of a Bachelor – 2016
- Hey Look Ma, I Made It – Pray for the Wicked – 2018
- High Hopes – Pray for the Wicked – 2018
- House of Memories – Death of a Bachelor – 2016
- House of Memories (Sped Up Version) – House of Memories EP – 2022
- House of Memories (Slowed Down Version) – House of Memories EP – 2022
- Hurricane – Vices & Virtues – 2011
- I Constantly Thank God for Esteban – A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out – 2005
- I Have Friends in Holy Spaces – Pretty. Odd. – 2008
- I Wanna Be Free – Vices & Virtues (Deluxe edition) – 2011
- I Write Sins Not Tragedies – A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out – 2005
- I Write Sins Not Tragedies (live from Orlando, Florida) – Pray for the Wicked (Japanese bonus) – 2018
- I Write Sins Not Tragedies (live in Denver) – A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out (Japanese edition) – 2005
- Impossible Year – Death of a Bachelor – 2016
- Intermission – A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out – 2005
- Into the Unknown – Frozen II – 2019
- Introduction – A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out – 2005
- Kaleidoscope Eyes – Vices & Virtues (Shockhound/Japanese bonus) – 2011
- King of the Clouds – Pray for the Wicked – 2018
- LA Devotee – Death of a Bachelor – 2016
- Let’s Kill Tonight – Vices & Virtues – 2011
- Local God – Viva Las Vengeance – 2022
- London Beckoned Songs About Money Written by Machines – A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out – 2005
- Lying Is the Most Fun a Girl Can Have Without Taking Her Clothes Off – A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out – 2005
- Mad as Rabbits – Pretty. Odd. – 2008
- Memories – Vices & Virtues – 2011
- Mercenary – Batman: Arkham City – The Album – 2011
- Middle of a Breakup – Viva Las Vengeance – 2022
- Miss Jackson – Too Weird to Live, Too Rare to Die! – 2013
- Nails for Breakfast, Tacks for Snacks – A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out – 2005
- Nails for Breakfast, Tacks for Snacks (demo) – A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out (Japanese edition pre-gap) – 2005
- Nearly Witches (Ever Since We Met…) – Vices & Virtues – 2011
- New Perspective – Jennifer’s Body soundtrack – 2009
- Nicotine – Too Weird to Live, Too Rare to Die! – 2013
- Nicotine (Instrumental) – Nicotine EP – 2014
- Nine in the Afternoon – Pretty. Odd. – 2008
- Nine in the Afternoon (live from Orlando, Florida) – Pray for the Wicked (Japanese bonus) – 2018
- Nine in the Afternoon (radio mix) – Pretty. Odd. (iTunes deluxe version) – 2008
- Northern Downpour – Pretty. Odd. – 2008
- Oh Glory (Demo) – Vices & Virtues (Deluxe edition) – 2011
- Old Fashioned – Pray for the Wicked – 2018
- One of the Drunks – Pray for the Wicked – 2018
- Pas de Cheval – Pretty. Odd. – 2008
- Ready to Go (Get Me Out of My Mind) – Vices & Virtues – 2011
- Roaring 20s – Pray for the Wicked – 2018
- Sad Clown – Viva Las Vengeance – 2022
- Sarah Smiles – Vices & Virtues – 2011
- Say Amen (Saturday Night) – Pray for the Wicked – 2018
- Say It Louder – Viva Las Vengeance – 2022
- She Had the World – Pretty. Odd. – 2008
- She’s a Handsome Woman – Pretty. Odd. – 2008
- Something About Maggie – Viva Las Vengeance – 2022
- Stall Me – Vices & Virtues (Deluxe edition) – 2011
- Star Spangled Banger – Viva Las Vengeance – 2022
- Sugar Soaker – Viva Las Vengeance – 2022
- That Green Gentleman (Things Have Changed) – Pretty. Odd. – 2008
- The Ballad of Mona Lisa – Vices & Virtues – 2011
- The Calendar – Vices & Virtues – 2011
- The End of All Things – Too Weird to Live, Too Rare to Die! – 2013
- The Good, the Bad and the Dirty – Death of a Bachelor – 2016
- The Greatest Show – The Greatest Showman: Reimagined – 2018
- The Only Difference Between Martyrdom and Suicide Is Press Coverage – A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out – 2005
- The Overpass – Pray for the Wicked – 2018
- The Piano Knows Something I Don’t Know – Pretty. Odd. – 2008
- There’s a Good Reason These Tables Are Numbered Honey, You Just Haven’t Thought of It Yet – A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out – 2005
- This Is Gospel – Too Weird to Live, Too Rare to Die! – 2013
- Time to Dance – A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out – 2005
- Time to Dance (demo) – A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out (Japanese edition pre-gap) – 2005
- Trade Mistakes – Vices & Virtues – 2011
- Turn Off the Lights – Vices & Virtues (Deluxe edition) – 2011
- Vegas Lights – Too Weird to Live, Too Rare to Die! – 2013
- Victorious – Death of a Bachelor – 2016
- Victorious (live from Orlando, Florida) – Pray for the Wicked (Japanese bonus) – 2018
- Viva Las Vengeance – Viva Las Vengeance – 2022
- We’re So Starving – Pretty. Odd. – 2008
- When the Day Met the Night – Pretty. Odd. – 2008
Albums
A Fever You Can’t Sweat Out (2005): 17 songs
Pretty. Odd. (2008): 18 songs
Jennifer’s Body Soundtrack (2009): 1 song
Vices & Virtues (2011): 16 songs
Batman: Arkham City – The Album (2011): 1 song
Too Weird to Live, Too Rare to Die! (2013): 12 songs
Nicotine EP (2014): 1 new song
Death of a Bachelor (2016): 11 songs
Pray for the Wicked (2018): 14 songs
Viva Las Vengeance (2022): 12 songs
House of Memories EP (2022): 2 new songs
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