Leathers

Deftones

About Leathers

"Leathers" is the first single from the American alternative metal band Deftones' seventh album, Koi No Yokan, and their 17th single overall. The song was made available on September 19, 2012 for free download on the band's official website, before being released as a digital download on iTunes. It was also the first Koi No Yokan track to be made public, almost two months before the album was officially released. Deftones also issued the song as a cassette single, featuring album track "Rosemary" as a B-side, during the promotional North American tour of October-November 2012. The cassette single was available at the merchandise stand to the first 50 fans at each stop of the tour who preordered Koi No Yokan. There was no music video filmed for "Leathers". 


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This is
Your chance revolt, resist!
Open your chest, look down, reach in.

Shedding your skin,
Showing your texture.
Time to let everything inside show.
You're cutting all ties
Now and forever, time to let
Everything outside you

This is
Your test come forth, confess!
Extend your tongue, speak out, go on

Shedding your skin,
Showing your texture.
Time to let everything inside show.
You're cutting all ties
Now and forever, time to let
Everything outside you
Shed your casing, show your lines
And shapes

Wear your insides, on the outside,
Show your enemy, what you look like
What you look like
What you look like
From the inside
From the inside

?
Now and forever
Time to die

Shedding your skin,
Showing your texture.
Time to let everything inside show.
You're cutting all ties
Now and forever, time to let
Everything outside you
Shed your casing, show your lines
And shapes

Wear your insides, on the outside,
Show your enemy, what you look like
What you look like
What you look like
From the inside
From the inside

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Deftones

Deftones is an American alternative metal band from Sacramento, California, founded in 1988. The band consists of Chino Moreno (lead vocals and guitar), Stephen Carpenter (guitar), Chi Cheng (bass), Frank Delgado (keyboards and turntables), and Abe Cunningham (drums and percussion). Since 2009, Sergio Vega has been standing in on bass while Cheng recovers from a car accident. They have released seven albums to date, with three Platinum (Adrenaline, Around the Fur, White Pony) and one Gold certification (for Deftones). more »

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Written by: ABE CUNNINGHAM, CHINO CAMILO MORENO, FRANK MIRELEZ DELGADO, SERGIO VEGA, STEPHEN CARPENTER

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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11 facts about this song

Album Contribution
"Leathers" is a track from the Deftones' seventh studio album, "Koi No Yokan."
Release Data
The song was officially released as the lead single from the album on September 19, 2012.
Free Download Availability
To promote the song, it was initially made available for free download on the band's official website.
Song Style
"Leathers" belongs to the alternative metal genre, but it also includes elements of shoegazing, dream pop, and heavy metal in its composition.
Production Team
It was produced by Nick Raskulinecz, who has also worked with other notable hard rock bands such as Foo Fighters and Alice in Chains.
Musical Composition
The song begins with a serene intro, but quickly picks up intensity, shifting to a heavier, more aggressive sound. It has been praised for its dynamic shifts and powerful guitar riffs.
Critical Acclaim
"Leathers" received critical acclaim upon its release, with critics praising its balance of aggression and melody, as well as singer Chino Moreno's powerful vocal performance.
Song Concept
While not explicitly stated by the band, the lyrics of "Leathers" suggests themes of vulnerability and confronting fear, building a soundscape of intense and emotional resonance.
Chart Performance
Despite not receiving mainstream radio airplay, "Leathers" peaked at number 32 on the Billboard US Rock Songs chart.
Live Performances
"Leathers" remains a staple in Deftones' live performances due to its pulsating energy and passionate delivery, often receiving positive responses from the crowd.
Promo Video
Although there is no official music video for "Leathers," its promotional video featuring animated artwork received much attention for its unique and atmospheric visuals.

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