Deftones - Change (in The House Of Flies) [official Music Video] May 2026

: The band performs throughout the house, but they are largely ignored by the other guests, creating a sense of isolation and voyeurism.

"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 : The band performs throughout the house, but

"Change" marked a pivotal shift for Deftones, moving them away from their aggressive "nu-metal" roots toward a more atmospheric, experimental sound. 3 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart

: He has stated the song stems from him "being a complete asshole" and facing the repercussions of having his own life "taken away" as a result. : He has stated the song stems from

: 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

: Moreno explains the lyrics as a literal vision of watching someone turn into a fly, taking them home, and sadistically pulling off their wings while laughing.