Needles and Pins

Definitely could be about their relationship on a personal level. I think it can be seen as any two people that are "powerful." By powerful I mean people who have developed themselves on many levels and are intelligent as well as strong enough to stand up for themselves. Leaders.

"Here we are - You're pins - I'm needles - Let's play... Here we are - You want this? - Then come on... "

I see this as they are banging heads. They are both sharp and on fire which means they will burn anyone who gets in the way. But pins and needles are essentially the same thing so they are equal.

"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?"

And when they learn to work with each other they are that much stronger.

Excellent song and this album has viewpoints that I haven't even thought about. I definitely give the Deftones a 10 on innovation. It always seems when other bands are doing the same thing, the Deftones goes the opposite way. And they are so successful at it! While the focus has been on sad songs and healing the soul, of getting over pain and suffering, the Deftones are now focusing on issues that deal with beauty and light. It's amazing! Hats off to you!