DISTURBED - DOWN WITH THE SICKNESS | REACTION

[@singerkgreen]

The song is about society being the child and government being the abusive mother and the child having enough. Awesome song. Way different from the sound of silence, but more of their norm lol.

[@jamelakajamal]

It All Makes sense now 👍🏾

[@TallifTallonbrook]

harkens to Rage Against the Machine and pretty much all good metal bands have at least one politically poignant song that goes beyond the topics of the time to timeless topics.

[@theantilifeequation8150]

Totally, though it's more about how society (the abusive mother) treats the outsiders in society especially people with social and mental issues, and the backlash there after (the lyrics were partly inspired by a school shooting by a "loner").

[@seandobson6221]

Keith Green I heard Draimen say in an interview that it was about his abusive mother because he wasn’t acting like a “proper Jew”

[@JeepersCreepers2013]

Yeah it makes sense to normal people. Pretty sure this wires up the people who are a little "off".

[@madcracker84]

This is disturbed, sound of silence was an odd ball.

[@jessegifford7913]

The generally have at least one slower/down tempo track on each album, similar to how there's a cover on almost every album. Great band.

[@josephespinoza3458]

Sound of silence was a cover for them. This is the real disturbed

[@lucyswannsunsafespace7313]

It was. But it was an odd ball of the same awesomeness that they’re known for.

[@danf2]

Exactly, sound of silence is a remake of the Simon and Garfunkel song from back in the 70s. Some dont know that. *1964 actually

[@brandonreed7151]

You must not have heard of Darkness from them

[@lesabbath8416]

I’m literally laughing out loud cause he busts out saying “hey hey what’s going on here” 😂😂😂 I was waiting patiently for that moment!

[@Roy-ru7bl]

LLoolll I was count'n on it! 😂😂😂 I had to pause the video 🤣🤣🤣

[@dna3930]

Me too

[@catlover9078]

Same 🤣

[@CajunPride777]

Lol

[@jefffournier9986]

And some call this music.

[@corybrown8422]

When he paused and was like whoaaa hey what is going on here. I was crying I was laughing so hard.

[@jamelakajamal]

Got me bro😳

[@randycooper3428]

Same here man...I was waiting for it to!😂

[@randycooper3428]

@@jamelakajamal Just subbed and im binging a LOT of your videos right at this moment.

[@steveszanto1581]

Same! One of the best reaction vids ever

[@serenasorensen6734]

🤣 Me too!

[@davidnelson9925]

my grandma gave me whoopins. my mom was the one breaking bones and locking me in small spaces, this track was transformative for me, and through this expression I can proudly say I never had to lay hands on her to have that on my conscious. nearly 20 years later I can truly reflect on those times and testify to anyone living through an extended time of violence, music is a very healthy tool for beating the shit out of your demons.

[@leannmacquarrie2110]

Bravo to you for finding a healthy way to deal with what you went through!!!

[@gbp3626]

David, amazing. I went through large beating from my mom, stuff being broke on my head, fear and isolation. Music is a very healthy tool for beating out your demons, you got that right

[@andyg806]

Bobbing his head, getting in the groove "Ok, I can get into this".... OOOHH AHH AHH AHH AHHHH! Head bobbing stops and just instant confusion... "Ok, what just happened?" BRILLIANT!!!

[@kathy-t5q]

AndyG exactly lol

[@ABC-uv4sm]

Jamal listening to Disturbed in a padded room. Cool

[@andreamac808]

This is the first time I heard this song and as shocked as I was, I was in tears at the end. The rage, the betrayal, the hopelessness was devastating.

[@getdavo1]

This is his normal sound :-)

[@BunnySk8rProductions]

He is classically trained though

[@overlordoakenheart6672]

He wasn't ready for that, LMFAO.

[@stephenrybka1200]

No one is lol

[@McGregorGirl]

I can't listen to this song without picturing ROTS Anakin when he's teetering on becoming Darth Vader. Fits so perfect.

[@oleo4925]

The "hey...HEY!" at 5:01 was the funniest thing I've seen on the internet today.

[@CajunPride777]

😂

[@joannedungan8381]

This is my favorite angry song. When I'm angry I listen to this and get it all out. Then I'm cool again

[@sarahwaters10sw]

Me too....

[@nine-dogs]

This has been the warm-up song my workouts for... decades? Holy Sh*t!

[@pennavedc]

Walk by pantera. But this is a close second

[@David_Theisen]

This song, Killing in the name, Break Stuff, F the police, and We’re Not Gonna Take It are my angry songs

[@mikenowocin1184]

"Down With the Sickness" (2000) is on there first album. The "Sound of Silence" (2015) is on their sixth studio album. They changed a lot over the years. I believe they are just getting better over time.

[@marksauck3399]

I’ve been listening to David Draiman for so many years now and am hooked on this music which feels like it much more than just music. It means much more to me today than it did 10, 15 years ago. The lyrics, especially. The lyrics to; Who Taught You how to Hate, strike home now more than ever.

[@theblackwolf8877]

There is a difference between discipline and abuse. His reference is about abuse. Aside from that, your reactions to this song are hilarious.

[@heather9857]

Exactly

[@alenemarie]

Abused children often go on to be abusers themselves. They rage.

[@heather9857]

@@alenemarie It's important to understand that although abusers are most likely to have been abused themselves, those have been abused are not more likely to abuse. To quote a psychological study "The belief that abused children are likely to become abusive parents.......... is unqualified and acceptance is unfounded." Mental health disorders, social issues, anxiety, drug addiction/self medicating etc. are certainly concerns someone who has suffered with abuse may have to overcome. It's important to understand this difference and not lump those that have been abused with those that are abusers.

[@alenemarie]

Palau Maestro I understand what you are saying. I myself was abused and because of my abuse, I became the mother I always wanted. I broke that chain of abuse. Was I perfect? No. I suffer from severe depression and anxiety to this day. I don’t believe I said that all abused people become abusers. They do, however, have a much higher risk of becoming an abuser themselves. The song is about an abused person who finally lets out all of his anger, frustration towards his abusive mother. The evil implanted into him by the abuse comes out. It’s a metal song, so it’s “heavy” sounding. I relate to the anger, actually, but would never do this. It’s done for me in this song: it’s a release of my anger.

[@ericbehanna1702]

Love the reaction always makes me laugh when people try connect early Disturbed with their current stuff

[@Ashley-lm4nv]

Error...does not compute...error

[@disneynessi920]

I’ve seen disturbed live 6 times and they’ve never let me down! Even got a chance to meet them at an ozzfest! It was everything!

[@evabaughman1]

OMG!! I absolutely love your reaction!!!! So real!! I felt the exact same way! I laughed so hard when you stopped it the second time!! You are awesome!

[@Woodstock109]

This is about how society treats people who are "different." A lot of people think they are "sick" and "wrong" and want nothing to do with them. In the middle of the song, lead singer David Draiman acts out a skit where he is being abused by his mother (not in the radio version). Finally, he builds up enough courage and hits her right back. This is used to symbolize how "mother society" abuses "her" children for not being the way "she" thinks they should. "She" keeps doing it until "her" children get sick of it and are so angry with her and themselves they go out and get revenge for it, most likely by killing the people that hurt them ("here it comes, get ready to die!")

[@mjmckenrick3170]

Same guy!! David Draiman...this was way b4 sound of silence...my favorite vocalist behind Dimash😁 yeah I know...my taste is eclectic! These guys are amazing live!! You look a little "disturbed " after that!!😉💖✌

[@jamelakajamal]

AMAZING 😳

[@corpsetime]

shouldn't be too surprised with that turn from a band named Disturbed.

[@johnjly5295]

“Whoa whoa whoa hey this took a turn” Disturbed always takes a turn lol

[@reneeallen3569]

Yep same dude. This came first. This song is about child abuse not about whooping your kid. There is a difference. Therefore the dark turn. I told you it was a whole bother ball game. Your face though 😂😂😂 I love Disturbed! There are other songs that they’ve remade. One is Land of Confusion.

[@singerkgreen]

I was under the impression this was a metaphor for society and not literally about child abuse. Im pretty sure I heard that in an interview somewhere. I'll see if I can find it.

[@jamelakajamal]

Well Some of the stuff I went through as a child to most people it would be abuse. But in my household it was just another day

[@ASLLover666]

@@singerkgreen it is

[@jamelakajamal]

I pinned your comment bro👍🏾

[@reneeallen3569]

David Draiman has stated both in interviews but child abuse is the most popular version he gives.

[@duckystudios2564]

4:41 *Realizes that ‘The Sound of Silence’ was the odd song”

[@imscenery]

He also provided vocals for some of the songs from the "Queen of the Damned" soundtrack.

[@sageofsquirrels111]

1:33 Yes, same guy but this was much earlier in his career and more what he was known for. 6:00 I mean, if the lyrics are to be expanded upon, it seems like his mother was already giving him a whoopin', though not in the "discipline and manners" sense but more a "traumatic childhood experiences" sense.

[@engrs4wrd2]

Dude! That was the best reaction to a song that I have seen in a while!!

[@punkylilsissyyeah4445]

Lmao 😂... You said, "Hey Hey Now". I love your reactions

[@stevenneal172]

Brother, your face when the breakdown happened had me rollin laughin 😂😂😂 disturbed is definitely very talented in all aspects. Down with the sickness was their first song out that got recognition. You should check out a song called a reason to fight by disturbed...its way different than this song but you'll love it. It's basically about suicide. 💪🤜🤛

[@lisaannbarriner9633]

Dude, you make my day, every time I watch you! God bless you, Jamal.

[@NikkiJoLuceroWitch]

Omg! THANK YOU SO MUCH 💓 💗 YEP HE IS THE SAME DUDE, HE went from this to SOS...this resonates with so many of us who was abused...if you never been emotionally and physically abused and even sexually abusdd you won't feel this as deeply as some of us do...

[@NikkiJoLuceroWitch]

We don't all need to be bad to get abused...abuse is long lasting scars deeper than just a spank or whooping.

[@sakurakittynoir1400]

Btw, your "WTF?" reaction was priceless!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!XD On a side note, I LOVE your Marvel Comics shirt.

[@jamelakajamal]

Thank you🙏🏾🤣

[@ASLLover666]

Almost all their songs have a reference to society and the govt. Their other songs touch on very important topics. I love them

[@jamelakajamal]

Thank You🙏🏾

[@ASLLover666]

@@jamelakajamal you're welcome. Check out a reason to fight, are you ready, inside the fire, the vengeful one, watch you burn and more

[@NoActuallyGo-KCUF-Yourself]

I saw them at a double-headliner with The Offspring. His voice range is amazing! This is one of those cathartic rock/metal songs that make you headbang your problems away.

[@alyciaholloway2151]

Lmfao at “ironing board”. 🤣🤣🤣

[@debbowen2011]

🤣🤣🤣 David Draiman the ultimate story teller with song!!! That voice is one that will melt you. ❤❤❤

[@saradube2173]

That part that makes you uncomfortable when you have a loving mom 😂

[@davescraperanddiy2535]

This is the getting pumped up song heard by every kid that played team sports heard in the dressing room before a big game for the last 15 years

[@tofu_golem]

Disturbed is a heavy metal band. This is what they normally sound like.

[@dennisjr77]

I wouldn’t call this “heavy metal,”. .... pantera, Gojira... lamb of god.... those three are metal. This is more like hard rock alt metal.

[@Wrangzilla]

yes!!!!

[@HexadecibalVJ]

I actually met David Draiman outside a tiny little club way back when Down with the Sickness first came out. I was just turned 18 and it was the first 18 and up show I had ever been to. The club owners had separated the line out by age and was only letting the 21+ crowd in. David came out and talked to us for a bit while we were waiting to get in, and eventually asked what we were in line for. Dude got pretty hot and sorted it out right there. It was a small very small club and the line was backed up around the block, and we had been there first and waiting for a while. After a quick word to the bouncer we were walking inside right as the venue was reaching capacity. During the show for like two whole songs he took his mic outside and played to the crowd that didn't get as lucky. Later we butted heads in the mosh pit, I jumped up near the stage as he was swinging his head down. Staggered me, he didn't miss a beat. It's not really my style of music anymore, but Mr Draiman is and always has been a class act. Top notch performer. So cool to see someone reaction for the first time to this crazy song all these years later.

[@DarlaVaughan]

I think you had some trouble dealing with these changes. That was fun to see. You went from boppin to Disturbed real quick.

[@lucianaf.8725]

The stare then the “what the hell is going on here” lol

[@CritterLizard]

Oh, boy, the uncensored version! Radio edit cuts this song to bits. Can't Imagine. Why. Love this band!! So talented!

[@rk41gator]

Why? To bend to the 'will of the people' and ignore the hard realities to just sell records. 'Sound of Silence' was directly a result of this type of self-censorship imposed by society and the record industry. The 'sickness' is not dealing with it. Ignoring dealing with hate....the sickness.

[@betsylee8160]

The smiles.....for days.....waiting for his reactions throughout the song

[@CelticSpiritsCoven]

"Oh this is crazy, crazy". Yeah.... They are called DISTURBED. Of course it's crazy!

[@Justin_Ebright]

Holy crap you almost killed me 😂😂😂. I've heard this song for 20 years, so I'm used to the lyrics. Was just sitting here enjoying the reaction and taking a drink of my coffee... then boom "Hey hey HEYYYYY" lmfao startled the shit out of me, cause THAT wasn't something I ever remember happening at that point in the song.

[@kevinwinkler7116]

🤣😂🤣 I had tears I was laughing so hard! 🤫 How about some Buckcherry reactions 😜

[@hilaryc3203]

A lot of their songs are heartbreaking; they speak of the pain of children from abuse, of people with illness and neglected, the flaws and crimes of society. What he's singing about is the horrors children go through, not just getting spanked. Some of the songs just leave you reeling from grief for what people go through.

[@HeidiHaaland]

"well, this took a turn,,," LOL!!! 5:09 = priceless!

[@jackdanereacts4527]

Props man for following through the song. Most people can't deal.

[@karenjack8727]

Omg I’m dying laughing!! I woke up my baby laughing so loud! You’re killin me 🤣😂 probably my favorite reaction, I’ve ever seen so far!

[@rodrandelavona4818]

03:36 " It seems you´re having some trouble. In dealing with these changes!" :D :D :D

[@SlyPark-sq9vd]

I had the beginning of this song as my ringtone back in the day. Yes, it takes a very dark turn. Still one of my favorites. ♥️ Child abuse is evil.

[@jamelakajamal]

Really good!! Gets you pumped

[@WolfieElsworth]

Down With The Sickness came from the 2000 album "The Sickness" and I believe it was the bands first album. So yeah, this came WAY before their cover of "Sound of Silence" lol

[@markpirmann2567]

LMAO 😂🤣😂 Oh hey hey that took a turn ! I like watching a lot of reactions to music. You are definitely my favorite ♥️💯💣💥

[@tinywife8070]

yeah you found the real Disturbed ...im one happy bunny xxxx

[@casereynolds8068]

Everytime I watch you. I laugh until I'm almost sick. Thanks man. Keep it up

[@Fonzie6669]

Love your reactions bro. Keep up the good work. Peace and love to you and your loved ones. 🙏🏼

[@samhouston1979]

I think you’d enjoy “prayer” by Disturbed

[@redrosewarrior2806]

Please remember one thing. Music is art, and that particular album is mostly about mental illness. I know it is rather shocking the first time hearing it, you were enjoying it up to that point & bam! Thats creative talent there - got a rise out of you🤯 & thats the point. LOVED your reaction, so comical! I too was waiting to see what you would do. Great job!👍🙂

[@nikkitrueblue]

Saw them in concert and let me tell you they put on one heck of a show! Next time they are playing in your area-go!

[@joytovar6834]

I just love this song. Yes down with the sickness was definitely first before sound of silence.

[@DaniSims]

I absolutely loved watching your face while you listened to the song... it was just epic. You had me laughing so hard I was crying

[@dreamcruzer4743]

Your reaction was priceless.

[@jamelakajamal]

Wasn’t ready for that lol

[@MrQuaiven]

4:23 it's at this point that Jamel started to question the meaning of life...

[@Tankedmosquito]

Could you possibly react to "The Hu- Wolf Totem" featuring Jacoby Shaddix

[@samvimes9510]

When I was in high school, this song played all the time on the local rock station. One day I decided to look for it on one of those free MP3 download sites. It turned out to be the uncensored version and it fucking floored me. The radio version cut out the entire part with him screaming at his abusive mother. After that I bought the album.

[@luisauces82]

Bro when i notice that you were going to watch this video. i was waiting that one part of the song. i knew your reaction was going to change after you mentioned the other song. your reaction was priceless.

[@respectfullydecline973]

Lol! You cracked me up! Loved it! “Hey hey hey! What the hell’s goin’ on here!” Lol! Keep up the good work! 👍 👍

[@discoverybg31]

Ten Thousand Fists and Indestructible (both by Disturbed) are also amazing. Love your content.

[@johnbutler5650]

There is a guy called “ Richard Cheese “ he does “ lounge style “ versions of different stuff . This title is one he covers, he also does “ Gin and Juice “ and a ton of other crazy stuff! Check it out!

[@marmiloosho9703]

John Butler yeah I think the lounge style version is in, I think 2004 Dawn of the Dead in the middle of the movie and then this version plays at the end of the movie.

[@johnbutler5650]

Marmilo O'Sho I picked up an album of his at a thrift shop a few years ago ( it was like a “ greatest hits...” ) and I really liked the vibe of the thing! He does it with great tongue in cheek, and I think he’s having fun with it. I think you’re right about the movie too.... 👍

[@bryanhenderson1862]

He just said early on his sickness was "hate", that's what he's doing in the last part of the song, hating....

[@tammyusher4175]

I enjoyed your reaction to the song. Thanks so much for your honest reaction and opinion.

[@ydford1790]

Man Jamal you got some good videos!haha thanks for the reaction videos!

[@brianslicanderson3240]

Jamal starting to get down w/that sickness😂😂😂😂😂 Get cha freak on Jam!!!!!

[@SebasTian58323]

David Draiman has stated that the song "Speaks about the eternal struggle of the individual against the mother culture of society that is constantly trying to beat the child struggling for independence and individuality into submission."

[@jaratt85]

He wasn't trained in opera, he was trained in the Jewish choir growing up as his parents and grandparents were Hasidic Jews. When they first heard his music they actually disavowed him and wouldn't talk to him. If I remember right it was the song Prayer and then ultimately Sound of Silence that broke the ice and got his grandfather to talk to him again, that and him being trained as a Hazzan to lead them in prayer.

[@abelstrd]

Your reactions are always priceless.

[@КирилМановски]

This took a turn :D He was so surprised haha love it!

[@C.Brown5150]

This song will make you want to make a difference in America and her Government. And social behavior. Rock On! !

[@robertfalk3767]

Your reaction to "The Rant", as it were, was awesome, and I loved it.

[@Dirtymax_Danimal]

4:44 things take a usual dark turn for whitey music... love the reaction bro!!! keep up the good work.

[@joannedungan8381]

Tool 'the pot' is another good song when someone is back porch preaching at me.

[@evmartin-gonzales2035]

Try listening to “sick like me” by In This Moment

[@huerta25264]

"The hell is going on here?!" That was the absolute best reaction to that ever lol.

[@malagastehlaate230]

This band has quickly become one of my favorites... love them.

[@masterv2041]

Just watched this reaction. As a huge fan of Disturbed your reaction made me giggle like an idiot. This song came out when I was in 6th grade. The Sickness was their "BIG" album that got them famous.

[@ericpeterson1000]

Dogg you literally have all the same reactions I would have if I hadn't heard them before lol "Hey HEY!! What is goin on here?!?" All your videos buddy :)

[@ZhombieFied]

I woulda got my ass beat as well. Lol

[@oldschoolandfriends6193]

I used to exercise to this record of Disturbed and it is amazing how his voice is ! Not related except I wanted to tell you about a funny as hell is a video of a parrot singing "let the bodies hit the floor." ( not by Disturbed but it reminded me of them, I think drowning pool.) It is fun doing reactions with you because some of this music I had forgot about that is bringing back memories! :-)

[@xNightstormx]

ahh i love it.. 4:43 the confusion comes.. happens to every reaction of this song and I love it each and every time.. that what the #@%& is THIS?? 10/10 reaction man :)

[@MDestron2282]

I feel like there is no way that you've never heard this.

[@JustMe-vk4fn]

....it was my first time hearing it too.

[@PomegranateDroid]

@@JustMe-vk4fn How?

[@JustMe-vk4fn]

@@PomegranateDroid Um, just never heard it before. How much harpsichord music have YOU listened to? LOL

[@PomegranateDroid]

@@JustMe-vk4fn fair point

[@duanedeshotels8547]

Loved the reaction . He went from Jamming to, OMG my Mama would have killed me. 🤣🤣🤣

[@SarahMilesSmiles]

I'm crying from laughing at your facial expressions! Came here after seeing you roasted by your family over Weird Al's oven knob on his wrist and nabels... Excellent!

[@lynnmartiens5754]

Your reaction was priceless!! That's disturbed.

[@michaelvasquez7656]

your reaction was priceless when you said WTH is going on here!?!?! I laughed so hard!

[@PainfulJoy]

I mean, in regards to the whoopin' part, there's a saying I particularly like: If your child is too immature for you to reason with them, then they are too immature to understand the reason you are hitting them. If your child is mature enough to be reasoned with, then there is no reason for you to hit them. If your child simply can never be reasoned with, YOU fucked up.

[@alishadunham8631]

you may like another of their songs, called Stupify, that is also a good one for his vocal range.

[@robsalerno833]

Had the popcorn and thanks for doing to whole song