Beauty School

Deftones' song 'Beauty School' from their 2010 album 'Diamond Eyes' delves into themes of intimacy and authenticity. The lyrics suggest a deep appreciation for a person's true self, beyond the superficial layers that they present to the outside world. The opening lines, 'I like you when / When you take off your face / Put away all your teeth / And take us underneath,' evoke a sense of raw vulnerability, where 'taking off your face' can be interpreted as removing one's social mask and revealing one's genuine emotions and identity.

The chorus, 'I watch you taste / I see your face / And I know I'm alive / You're shooting stars / From the barrel of your eyes,' conveys a sense of wonder and aliveness in the presence of the other person. The imagery of 'shooting stars' suggests something beautiful and rare, a moment of connection that is both fleeting and intense. This could also be a metaphor for the inspiration and energy one can receive from being with someone who is truly themselves.

The repeated lines 'It drives me crazy / Just drives me wild' emphasize the powerful effect that this authenticity has on the speaker. The song's title, 'Beauty School,' might be a play on the idea of learning to see beauty in the unadorned and the real, rather than the constructed and the artificial. The song's mellow tone and ethereal soundscapes, characteristic of Deftones' alternative metal style, complement the contemplative nature of the lyrics, creating a space for listeners to reflect on the beauty of genuine human connection.