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

"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

"Change" marked a pivotal shift for Deftones, moving them away from their aggressive "nu-metal" roots toward a more atmospheric, experimental sound. "Change (In the House of Flies)" is the

: Critics have noted that despite being decades old, the video's contemporary fashion and disaffected tone remain "impressively un-dated". 3. Musical Significance "Change (In the House of Flies)" is the

: 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

: 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.