Goon Squad
Deftones Lyrics
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I cut inside before the trends begin
I spend my time perfecting waves of contrast
Cutting out all the same shit I've outgrown
I'm bringing it in style myself
You know it is with ease, no sweat
I see the crowns and I forget the couture
Two at a time I watch the kingdoms fold
I'm bringing it in style myself
You know it is with ease, no sweat
I'm breaking in with all my friends
So are you in?
Designed for you
Designed by me
Before we get down you should prepare your heartstrings
To cut all the ties and watch the trends begin
I'm bringing it in style myself
You know it is with ease, no sweat
I'm breaking in with all my friends
So are you in?
Designed special for you by me
Designed special for you by me
Designed special for you by me
One last thing, you should beware the content
I cut inside and let the trend begin
I'm bringing it in style myself
You know it is with ease, no sweat
I'm breaking in with all my friends
So are you in? Are you in?
Are you in? Are you in?
Are you in?
Designed special for you by me
Designed special for you by me
Designed special for you by me
Designed special for you by me
The lyrics to the Deftones' "Goon Squad" explore themes of individualism, rebellion against trends, and creative empowerment. The opening lines "I carve my name across your towns / When I’m set" establish the artist's confidence and desire to make a lasting impact. They refuse to follow popular trends, instead carving out their own path and perfecting their style. The lines "I see the crowns / And I forget the couture" suggest that they aren't interested in the trappings of status or fame, but rather in making a genuine artistic statement.
The chorus emphasizes the artist's independence and willingness to challenge norms. They proclaim that they are "bringing it in style [them]self" and that they are "breaking in with all [their] friends." The repetition of the phrase "Are you in?" indicates that they are inviting others to join them in their creative rebellion. The final lines "Designed special for you by me" suggest that the artist values individual expression and has created something unique and personal.
Overall, "Goon Squad" celebrates the power of self-expression and encourages listeners to embrace their individuality, even if it means going against the trends.
Line by Line Meaning
I carve my name
Across your towns
When I’m set
Cut inside before
The trends begin
I leave my mark on your cities when I arrive, slicing through the scene before the inevitable replication of others' styles.
Waves of contrast
Cutting out all
The same shit I’ve outgrown
I’m bringing it in style myself
You know it is with ease no sweat
I create unique styles and discard those that have become tired and stale, crafting my own path with ease.
I see the crowns
And I forget the couture
Two at a time
I watch the kingdoms fold
I recognize the power and influence of others, but disregard their fashion sensibilities. I observe their decline- two at a time- without remorse or concern.
Before we get down
We must prepare the heart strings
To cut all the ties
And watch the trends begin
To begin something new, we must emotionally separate ourselves from what has come before. Only then can we truly move forward and begin new trends.
I’m breaking in with all my friends
So are you in?
Designed special for you by me
Designed special for you by me
Designed special for you by me
I am forging ahead with my friends, asking others to join us in a new movement. The style we create is specifically tailored for those who wish to join us on this journey.
I’m bringing it in style myself
You know it is with ease no sweat
I’m breaking in with all my friends
Are you in? Are you in?
Are you in? Are you in?
Are you in?
I am introducing my new style, which is effortless and authentic. Will you join me and my friends in this new venture?
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Abe Cunningham, Chino Camilo Moreno, Frank Mirelez Delgado, Sergio Vega, Stephen Carpenter
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Tomas Horn
I carve my name
Across your towns
When I'm set
Cut inside before
The trends begin
I spend my time perfecting
Waves of contrast
Cutting out all
The same shit I've outgrown
I'm bringing it in style myself
You know it is with ease no sweat
I see the crowns
And I forget the couture
Two at a time
I watch the kingdoms fold
I'm bringing it in style myself
You know it is with ease no sweat
I'm bringing in with all my friends
So are you in?
Designed for you... designed by me...
Before we get down
We must prepare the heart strings
To cut all the ties
And watch the trend begin
I'm bringing it in style myself
You know it is with ease no sweat
I'm bringing in with all my friends
So are you in?
Designed special for you by me
Lioness 8
This entire album is a masterpiece
Loud NPhx
I concur... Everything Deftones is solid Gold
Chris Jackson
Goddamn right!
streetwise85
Nothing like deftones
Eog
I agree
Raul Alvarez
Yep
dragonaut
they tickle you with a feather, then they punch you in the jaw. i love it.
Your Daddy Onceler
dragonaut 😂🤣
CL9 05o
dragonaut jaja this comment is perfect
Leslie
Exactly hahaha