Needles and Pins
Deftones Lyrics


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How neat, I'm impressed
How did you come to be so blessed?
You're a star, you blaze
Out like a sharp machine
Like a whale's moan
I'm here if that's what you want

Here we are
You're pins, I'm needles, let's play
Here we are
You want this? Then come on

Tune out everyone in the crowd
'Cause now it's just me and you
Come fall in love with the sound
Make a pact to each other
When no one's around
Put the cross between me and you
Who wants to fuck with us now?

Here we are
You're pins, I'm needles, let's play
Here we are
You want this? Then come on

Tune out everyone in the crowd
'Cause now it's just me and you
Come fall in love with the sound
Make a pact to each other
When no one's around
Put the cross between me and you
Who wants to fuck with us now?

Who wants to fuck with us now?




Who wants to fuck with us now?
Who wants to fuck with us now?

Overall Meaning

The song "Needles and Pins" by Deftones, featured on their 2012 album "Koi No Yokan," is a passionate plea for the intimacy and connection between two people in a crowded yet lonely world. The lyrics express admiration and awe for the beauty and charisma of the person the singer is addressing, likening them to a "star" with an alluring presence that outshines everything around them. The use of metaphors, such as "you're pins, I'm needles" and "Put the cross between me and you," suggests the two people are meant to complement each other, fitting together like puzzle pieces.


The repetitive use of the phrase "Here we are" throughout the song serves to almost anchor the two people to each other amidst the chaos of the outside world. The lyrics also encourage the two people to "tune out" from the surrounding noise and distractions and focus solely on each other, finding solace in their shared passion for music and the "sound" they create together. Ultimately, the message is one of defiance and strength against any external forces that might try to come between them.


Line by Line Meaning

How neat...
I acknowledge and admire your perfection.


I'm impressed...
You have left a significant impact on me. I'm in awe of you.


How did you come to be... So blessed?
What did you do to deserve such greatness? How are you so fortunate?


You're a star
You shine bright and are highly regarded by many.


You blaze...out like a sharp machine...
You emit a powerful energy that's unstoppable, like a sharp and precise machine.


Like a whale's moan...
Your voice is deep and rich, like the majestic sound of a whale's moan.


I'm here if that's what you want!
I'm available to you if you need me. Just let me know.


Here we are! You're pins, I'm needles... Let's play...
We are two complementary forces that can work together to create something amazing. Let's collaborate and have fun.


You want this? Then come on...
If you're interested in working with me or pursuing a relationship, don't hesitate. Let's do this.


Tune out!
Ignore everyone else around us. It's just the two of us in this moment.


Everyone in the crowd, because now it's just me and you!
The rest of the world doesn't matter right now. Our focus is on each other.


Come fall in love with the sound!
Let the music speak to you and ignite your passion.


Make a pact to each other!
Let's promise to support each other and stay connected.


When no one's around, put the cross between me and you!
Even when we're alone, let's remember our connection and be close in spirit.


Who wants to fuck with us now?
We are a powerful team and unstoppable force. No one can bring us down.




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

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The song "Needles and Pins" by Deftones, featured on their self titled album “Deftones," is a passionate plea for the intimacy and connection between two people in a crowded yet lonely world. The lyrics express admiration and awe for the beauty and charisma of the person the singer is addressing, likening them to a "star" with an alluring presence that outshines everything around them. The use of metaphors, such as "you're pins, I'm needles" and "Put the cross between me and you," suggests the two people are meant to complement each other, fitting together like puzzle pieces.

The repetitive use of the phrase "Here we are" throughout the song serves to almost anchor the two people to each other amidst the chaos of the outside world. The lyrics also encourage the two people to "tune out" from the surrounding noise and distractions and focus solely on each other, finding solace in their shared passion for music and the "sound" they create together. Ultimately, the message is one of defiance and strength against any external forces that might try to come between them.

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