Released as part of their 2010 album Diamond Eyes, Deftones’ Sextape remains one of the band’s most beloved and emotionally evocative tracks. With its lush atmosphere and hypnotic pacing, the song captures the dreamy, immersive vibe that defines the best of Deftones’ sound. Over a decade later, Sextape still resonates deeply with listeners, especially after its sample was featured in Trippie Redd’s Last Days, introducing the track to a new generation of fans.
While Diamond Eyes dropped in 2010—not 2008 as some might think—it marked a triumphant and emotional return for the Sacramento-based alternative metal band. Coming off the tragic 2008 car accident that left bassist Chi Cheng in a coma, Diamond Eyes was forged in grief, transformation, and raw energy. Yet despite the heaviness of the band’s situation at the time, Sextape stands out as an oasis of serenity—an ambient moment of calm in an otherwise hard-hitting record.
If you’ve never heard it before, or if you’re ready to be swept back into its world, stream Sextape and the full Diamond Eyes album here:
Directed by ZFCL, the official Sextape video perfectly matches the mood of the track, offering a dreamlike, underwater aesthetic that feels intimate and infinite. It has racked up over 48 million views since its release—a clear sign that the song’s timeless appeal hasn’t faded.
Diamond Eyes delivers a wide range of moods, from the explosive power of the title track to the meditative calm of Sextape. It remains one of Deftones’ most consistent and emotionally loaded records. Sextape is the soul of that album—subtle, cinematic, and unforgettable.
For longtime fans, it’s a spiritual staple. For newer listeners coming across the sample in Last Days, it’s a gateway into one of the most emotionally potent catalogs in alternative music.
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There are songs you hear. And then there are songs you feel. Sextape is the latter—and it still hits like a wave.