Deftones - Change (in The House Of Flies) [official Music Video] -

"Change" marked a pivotal shift for Deftones, moving them away from their aggressive "nu-metal" roots toward a more atmospheric, experimental sound.

The song is famous for its haunting, abstract lyrics, which lead singer Chino Moreno has described as a and the disintegration of a relationship. "Change" marked a pivotal shift for Deftones, moving

: The band performs throughout the house, but they are largely ignored by the other guests, creating a sense of isolation and voyeurism. : It depicts a "never-ending party" that has

: It depicts a "never-ending party" that has been going on for days. The people attending appear joyless, fatigued, and disoriented, with some wearing animal masks. It is widely considered their most commercially successful

"Change (In the House of Flies)" is the landmark first single from Deftones' third studio album, (2000). It is widely considered their most commercially successful track, reaching No. 3 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and achieving 4× Platinum status in the US as of 2025. 1. Song Meaning and Themes

: Fans often interpret the "house of flies" as a metaphor for drug addiction—specifically introducing someone to a substance and watching them spiral downward while feeling responsible for that change. 2. The Official Music Video

: Critics have noted that despite being decades old, the video's contemporary fashion and disaffected tone remain "impressively un-dated". 3. Musical Significance