Lead singer Gerard Way has stated that the band is very influenced by The Cure , Joy Division , Bauhaus , Siouxsie and the Banshees , and The Smiths\/Morrisey . Lead singer Gerard Way has stated that the band is heavily influenced by Queen , The Misfits , Black Flag , Iron Maiden , The Cure , Joy Division , Bauhaus , Siouxsie and the Banshees , and The Smiths\/Morrisey .