Hexagram
MTV2 Headbangers Ball - Volume I Disc 1/Deftones Lyrics

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Death is the standard breach for a complex prize
I think it's sweet of you and your parents are proud
But I would expect it from anyone now to protect life's indigenous sound

Worship, play, play
Worship, play, play
Worship, play, play

Worship, play
Worship, play
Worship, worship, play
Worship, play, play
Worship, play, play
Worship, play, play
Worship, play
Worship, worship

How the streets, they swell
While the animals make their way through the crowds
If you keep listening, you can hear it for miles
God, I trust everyone quicker with every faint smile

Worship, play, play
Worship, play
Worship, play, play
Worship, play, play
Worship, play, play
Worship, worship, play
Worship, play, play
Worship, worship, play
Worship, play, play
Worship, worship, play, play
Worship, play, play
Worship, play, play
Worship, play, play
Worship, play
Worship, worship

And the crowd goes wild
And the camera makes you seasick
God, it's so sweet of you and I know you're proud
And the car bomb hits quick, faint smile

It's the same sound
It's the same, same sound

And the crowd goes wild
And the camera makes you seasick
God, it's so sweet of you and you know I'm proud
And the car bomb tick ticks with the same sound

It's the same sound
With the same sound

Overall Meaning

The song "Hexagram" by the Deftones is a heavy and aggressive rock track that explores the theme of death and the struggle to protect life’s innocent offerings. The opening line, "Paint the streets in white," is a clear reference to death and the common practice of painting lines on the road to mark the location of an accident or homicide victim. The song's chorus of "Worship, play, play / Worship, play, worship, play / Play and worship, play, play / Play and worship, play" paints a picture of a chaotic scene where wild activities and religious observance are intertwined.

The song speaks to the idea of finding beauty in the midst of ugliness and chaos. The lyrics suggest that even in the midst of death, there can be redemption and hope if we focus on protecting and valuing the important things in life. The repeated refrain of "It's the same sound... it's the same, same... sound" refers to the cyclical nature of life and death and the need to find meaning in the chaos. Overall, "Hexagram" is a powerful and emotional song that captures the intensity and raw energy of the Deftones' music.

Line by Line Meaning

Paint the streets in white
Cover the city in death and sadness

Death is the standard breach for a complex prize
People are willing to do anything to achieve their goals, even if it means sacrificing lives

I think it's sweet of you and your parents are proud
People often admire those who are successful, even if their achievements come at a cost

But I would expect it from anyone now to protect life's indigenous sound...
We should all work together to protect the unique sounds and cultures of the world

Worship, play, play (3x)
Celebrate and enjoy music

Worship, play, Worship, play///Worship-Worship///
Music is a form of worship and should be enjoyed

How the streets they swell
The streets are crowded with people and activity

While the animals make their way through the crowds
Even in a busy city, wildlife still exists and adapts

If you keep listening you can hear it for miles
The music can be heard for great distances

And trust everyone quicker with every faint smile...
Small gestures of friendliness and kindness can quickly build trust

And the crowd goes wild
The audience is excited and enthusiastic

And the camera makes you seasick
The camera movements can be dizzying or nauseating

God it's so sweet of you and I know you're proud
People are impressed by success and proud of their achievements

And the car bomb hits quick click, click, click, faint smile...
Violent events can occur suddenly and without warning, and yet people may still smile in anticipation or excitement

It's the same sound... it's the same, same... sound....
The music is consistent throughout, with a recognizable tone or rhythm

With the same sound... hexagram
The music continues on, following a pattern or structure

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Abran Cunningham, Chino Camilo Moreno, Frank Delgado, Stephen Carpenter

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