Disturbed "Sound Of Silence" REACTION Video | first time hearing disturbed cover

[@gabrielstratton1775]

It can't be said enough. Simon and Garfunkel gave us a warning, Disturbed gave us a response to the warning being ignored

[@briansmith48]

But you can't reconcile with people who think men can birth to baby's and that words are the same as violence. And if you bring any of that up to them then trans people will be harmed.

[@mtbelley]

I completely agree. 👍

[@IndiHawk22]

Very well said! And we only have ourselves to blame.

[@howiedavis2316]

@Fred Fronkle I feel this is also reflected in The Rolling Stones "Sympathy for the Devil", Lucifer saying you ( people ) blame me for these atrocities , but man himself is to blame .

[@hpswlotr]

I came here to say this very same thing.

[@grumpychocobo]

Daughters jaw drops...Mom just looks over and starts nodding. Yeah, that's how I feel when I introduce someone to this masterpiece. Also, to my knowledge, this is the only version of the song that Paul Simon gave the stamp of approval and personally congratulated Disturbed on their powerful performance on Conan.

[@jdigital1]

Wow! So Profound, Your Reaction And Anaylysis Is So Spot On ❤❤❤

[@Bane2Face]

You were not ready for this!!!!!

[@Orbitalmercury]

I'm a 56 year old guy and I cry every time I hear this. Not necessarily sad tears but it's such an emotional song and angelic voice it's just so moving.

[@bopoulsen4030]

Me 2

[@Orbitalmercury]

@@bopoulsen4030 kinda makes me feel good too like it washes away stress yet not feeling sad. A very well performed song will and should play with your emotions and a positive feel good one is great.

[@Dudeamis17]

I'm in my forties and I've heard it dozens of times and everytime I tear up near the end

[@Orbitalmercury]

@@Dudeamis17 a perfectly performed song or even just an instrumental should move us to tears and we should never be ashamed. I can't help tearing up and I just don't care anymore that I do. But I truly love that last Sounnnnnnnnnd he just hangs it out there for over 4 seconds on studio version and over 5 seconds in the live version. Pure perfect vocal control and the sudden use of actual silence straight after it is beautiful.

[@karenflores6868]

I agree...I am 55 and my heart pounds every time I hear this and I am a big Disturbed fan

[@robblaber6655]

SOLID reaction and analysis. I'm 67, and THIS cover ALWAYS hit me deeply and brings the tears. ❤❤❤

[@shannonslutzky4754]

The live on Conan is stunning. And David was sick when he sang there and still pulled it off. Really powerful. 💜

[@mikekay3313]

A friend sent me a message that night to tune in...OMG I am so glad I did...I was floored.

[@haroldashley1544]

Hearing it live in concert will give you chills.

[@timhonigs6859]

The live Conan show was exceptional, and makes you be in awe of the power, and talent that he has. David in concert? When I saw it live, he saved Sound of Silence for the closing song, and it was such a capstone for the concert. Worth the 75 dollar/person tickets.

[@audreyp2425]

Yes, that was a great performance

[@deco9863]

Agreed, much better than the engineered studio version.

[@leonantoniou6192]

Please say I’m not the only one who was SURPRISED that mum knew of this version AND NOT being a disturbed fan, and the DAUGHTER is the one who is the one who is getting baptised in this beautiful ensemble - love it :)

[@ceji566]

totally agree, mum not daughter knowing surprised me too, great reaction!

[@deathtrapsnap]

I actually was surprised and it made for a far better reaction in my opinion because she had this bias expectation of a theme for the song and i understand why, heavy metal, she repeated albums that were obviously harsher than this is so to be totally surprised by this emotional rendition must have knocked her socks off

[@johnmarengo3988]

its all over social media, along with the actual vid, conans show, there's like 20 reaction vids of it, why wouldn't the mother know

[@waynebrown3266]

Most covers of songs don't impress me all that much...but this...this takes an already great song and takes it to the next level that you didn't even know existed.

[@briansmith48]

You should check out Disturb's other covers. Tears for Fears: Shout and Phil Collins /Genesis: Land of Confusion. Both are great.

[@1lurch11]

Wayne try out 1 version of this song, i really love its from a program called "beste zangers" its just known singers singing music for 1 other. it is henk poort sound of silence, he sang it for floor jansen

[@CoastalNomad]

Speaking of Covers...... I LUV the Johny Cash cover of Nine Inch Nails "Hurt"

[@stanleyarmstrong2898]

Paul Simon has told Disturbed that he sees it is their song. He has it in his online playlist.

[@mcblaze1986]

I like the fact Paul Simon reached out to Dave to say how his cover was great also love the respect Dave showed back saying the pair was great song writers respect on both party’s.

[@chrisbennett4842]

I love how mom is enjoying the song and the daughter looks like she’s about ready to cry! Outstanding!

[@boqndimitrov8693]

A rare case when the cover surpasses the original .a real masterpiece!

[@LuGer212]

I can't remember it right now, but some comment on the song I read was "the Simon & Garfunkel version was the warning, the Distrubed version is the angry realization and powerful last effort to get the message across". all while being beautifully arranged and performed.

[@Andres64B]

One of my favorite songs ever and I still get emotional listening to it. I think you're analysis is 100% on. Simon and Garfunkel were giving a gentle warning, and Disturbed is angry and yelling at us to wake up because it's really happening. Great reaction!

[@rickybranch4547]

It's like David reached out and touched your soul. Amazing!

[@KurtRoesener]

Greetings Mom and Daughter, You hit the nail on the head, with your synopsis. The original version for me, is a gentle warning of Not hearing and not speaking anything of context or related to anyone except yourself, and to open your eyes and really pay attention to the world around you. Then, Disturbed’s version, is in reaction to the Original not being heeded after 50 plus years. This version starts out, for me internally screaming into the Void, in response to the lack of anything changing after mankind is still in the same rut and wearing blinders. David’s Awesome song-craft, gradually intensifies with each chorus, really trying to wake the listener up, shake them up and feel what he is feeling with him! The steps up in volume and intensity continue to try to break down your own brick walls by getting in your face. To describe his voice’s tonal impact, it starts as Velvet, then becomes like Sandpaper, then migrates to full “Sponge Ruiner’ [e.g. think, washing a Cheese grater with a sponge] mode! Then finally he softens seeing the light turn on in your eyes, hoping almost knowing you’ll continue to enlighten others.

[@marcuswood5975]

So good I love Simon and Garfunkel but I like this version better

[@andrewmccormack4295]

Every time David goes into the vocal fry with his voice near the end I get the chills,his version of this song is just so good.

[@StevesFunhouse]

I'll agree to disagree but still, can appreciate your opinion. I don't think he (or they) holds a candle to the beauty of Simon and Garfunkel's version, and I guess that means a LOT of people will be coming after me pretty soon. Kind of feels though, like I just stuck my hand in a hornets' nest. However, what I see in the comments (here) is a WAVE of people who must have heard this version first, which I think explains why they like this one so much over the original.

[@SAGE_Dust]

@@StevesFunhouse I've got quite a bit of "age" on me and I've heard both versions. I feel like this version moves me in a way the original did not. This version seems to draw out an Emotional Response in most people who sit and listen closely. 🎶

[@StevesFunhouse]

@@SAGE_Dust Well, I did sit and listen, and I guess this man and group are just not my cup of tea. I really don't like this version or this singer's voice, and I don't think he conveys the thought feeling, emotions or provoking delivery that S&G did. Now, I have to say, I am not as fond of the "acoustic only" or "in the park" versions of the S&G version as I am of the remixed one from the 2nd album (with the amped guitar and drums), but I think all 3 version are better than this one. I realize this is just my opinion, and that doesn't carry any weight with anyone else, but everybody's got one, it's mine, and I own it 😊😎.

[@SAGE_Dust]

@@StevesFunhouse Nice thing about music... it moves ppl differently 😊 either version that ppl prefer it doesn't take from away from Fantastically Written Song 🕯

[@StevesFunhouse]

@@SAGE_Dust Now, there, you have me in total agreement. Nice that 2 people can meet and "talk" about things without becoming "negative" ... it IS a great song 👍😎

[@ApacheIrish62]

Old, like I am, or young, this song hits everyone in heart and soul!!!😊

[@williamschwartz9283]

The genius of Disturbed's rendition is matched by the genius of Paul Simon's Lyrics: "Silence like a cancer grows." WOW!

[@sandihandi7831]

I agree with your mother. I never paid attention to the song back in the 60's. This version and David's voice gives me chills and I forget to breathe each time I hear it. Wow

[@magnemodi1599]

Paul Simon wrote many classic tunes in his lifetime, this is one. Disturbed stayed true to the lyrics and created a loving tribute. I love it.

[@larryc3860]

Thanks to S & G for writing and recording this classic over 50 years ago, allowing Disturbed, Pentatonix and others to re-interpret the meaning.......a warning against an increasingly detached, unfeeling, cold society.......maybe more relevant today than in the 1960's.......

[@rickb4079]

Just to let you know David draiman is one of the most prolific voices in music today. He was a trained Cantor and his range is astounding. Very emotional.

[@johnmarengo3988]

he trained to be a cantor, he never actually became one

[@ShoRon36]

the imagery of the people on one bank with the music and the musicians on the other finally getting together as the boat crosses the divide is breathtaking to me.

[@kathrynmccusker3924]

As a woman just 4 months from my 80 th birthday, I am telling the daughter not to sell the mother short. This band has the power and talent to reach into your gut and heart and make you experience primal reactions,taking you from despair to anger to pain and joy. All four young men have amazing talent and their ethos as a group and respect for each other creates these masterpieces.

[@markwilken2492]

The guy was a trained cantor in his youth. Absolute master of his craft. Great reaction guys!

[@marcikeesler6060]

One of Disturbed's songs I think you both would love is "Reason To Fight". It's on the order of this, not like their regular stuff. It carries a powerful theme, though, and I think you'd both love it. Even though they are a metal band, their messages in their songs are commentaries on modern society, and the things that are causing issues today. Their messages are good.

[@dongrant5827]

Epic is the word you’re looking for. I’ve seen and heard this and the live version dozens of times, and I still get chills when he gets to the line “and the people bowed and prayed, to the neon god they made.” I love watching reaction videos because I get to relive, through you, my experience when I first heard this cover.

[@albertaguy4817]

I agree. Same with the watching every Johnny Cash - Hurt reaction. I'm suspious of anyone who does not tear up during that video.

[@marcikeesler6060]

I couldn't have said it better!

[@ruthiewohlforth5464]

Not many people realized he had such a beautiful voice until this song...when you could actually hear his voice...lol...as most of their songs are so aggressive. Draiman...one of the best male vocalists on the planet. When he sings....you know who it is. He can go from angelic head voice to rasp/distortion on a dime and back....not easy to do. Also did you notice he can put vibrato on the rasp too? VERY difficult to do. You both had a great take on it.

[@paulhogan9433]

The lyrics of this song are profound...and so true in today's world....

[@MrPhife333]

One of the most powerful covers (songs) I've ever heard. His voice starts out like a gentle rain with dark looming clouds on the horizon. The volume builds like an oncoming storm until it crescendos at hurricane force. Then, when the storm's fury is spent, his voice eases back to a gentle mist with just a hint of the sun peeking through at the end. Great reaction by the way!

[@reggiefokes6677]

I cried the first time I saw this. Totally blown away.

[@prisonlifeinsideandout]

The daughters reaction is absolutely priceless!!!!

[@Uriahjw]

This cover shows how different a song can be with the the right talented artist performing it. This is one of my most favorite covers I have ever heard. And the video portrays the message so well.

[@SLURBISH]

That’s the best analogy for the communication disconnection…a crack in humanity. Really nice perception.

[@wickedwings7611]

This has been my favorite song(this version) for years. My mom loved it too when she was alive. I love the memory of running into the kitchen the 1st time I heard it so she could too. We both feel in love with it. Seeing a mother and daughter reacting to it just brings it back even more.

[@davidpietarila699]

The first time I heard this cover, I was stunned. The second time I heard it I wept.

[@deathtrapsnap]

Since daughter hasnt seen it before ive been watching her entire reaction. You can honestly see the emotional build-up of "oh wow" to "i feel this" so clearly. The eyes opening. Then the lip pull to control the face, the little gulp then the tight lip close when he meets the neon lights. I knew she had to stop before she did XD and with good reason too. Can easily bring you to tears if you arent prepared

[@davespargo5944]

100% my take on the daughter also. I swear she was about to burst into tears. It hit her good. She went to that place.......

[@corinnaschmidt9735]

Simon & Garfunkel sung the warning, Disturbed the anger and the version from Pentatonix gives hope. You should hear that one too.

[@bigoz1977]

S n G was a warning and disturbed was anger at the warning not being heeded. Totally agree 👍🏻

[@marionthomson9171]

LOVE the Line The Neon God they made How True

[@petethorley5998]

When a face says a thousand words ..... The waves of emotion across her face ...... 😍

[@johnjwedrall4290]

What a meaningful song. Thanks for sharing this video. Awesome voice and video. I cried through this song ❤

[@Pokafalva]

Daughter has nailed it 100%. Well done - superb reaction!

[@generationgapreacts]

Thank you!!

[@Orbitalmercury]

Its virtually a battle cry for those of us who are trying to wake up the electronic technological zombies and get the world to be like it used to be in the olden days when people actually physically listened and communicated . I remember in the 60's and 70's people still actually communicated in person unlike today's internet based social media.

[@jenniferjacobs228]

They do such justice to those incredible lyrics.

[@eleanorfowser4705]

So many people don’t mention the happy ending. I see it too. With all the powerful anger in this version, I love that it ends on a note of hope. If we listen to the warning and do the work, voices will begin to share those unvoiced songs.

[@oceanchaos1]

I wish I could have shared this with my dad. The night before the Vietnam War draft, he told me about going to a midnight meeting at the church at the center of his college campus. All the lights were turned off except the candles, they played this song on the pipe organ, and everyone sang since it was new enough to still be on pop charts. So many more than "10,000 people" went down into silence in the next few years, after that night, and this is the best musical approximation I've heard of the rage we should still feel about that. I'm glad you get to share this across generations. You're very lucky.

[@Flastew]

Loved the daughter's expressions and thoughts.

[@michelmajor5251]

The analogy is spot on. Everyone should hear this version. Goes directly to your soul.

[@spinynorman887]

I was knocked flat on my ass when I heard this the first time. S&G's classic sounded like choirboys singing. Disturbed's version gave the song what no one knew it was missing: emotion. BG's reaction at the beginning is typical for this song. Stunned, following by the eyebrows moving to the top of the forehead. Love it!

[@snowlothar45]

As a 62 year old classically trained violinist, I love this cover, but then I also own several Disturbed CD's. I would let mom listed to a few others - might surprise you.

[@shadsullivan7817]

If someone asked me if I would want a cover of this song before I heard it, I would say never! This one, however is so beautiful, and soulful!! I love it!! Thanks!!!

[@annkarin5732]

And I`m crying again and again every time I see and listen to this video. I didn`t get the meaning of the lyrics before this video, his way of singig. It hits me hard every time because now I get it, I understand in the deep of my soul what this is all about. Ann from Norway

[@richmayes8451]

Disturbed has really pulled this off and turned this song into their own. Even Paul Simon said he was impressed with it and even put it up on his social media and contacted them to give high praise. If you want to hear another decent cover by Disturbed, first listen to Land Of Confusion by Genesis before listening to their version.

[@Zlata1313]

Yes!

[@petervenkman69]

Your comparison between the warning and the anger at letting it happen, is almost exactly the comparison I have been using for years.

[@TomGorham]

It's appropriate that this song came out now. When written, it was ahead of it's time. It was almost a prophesy of what was to come. Pay attention.

[@dalebuck7168]

I laughed out loud when I realized Mom was doing the recommendation on this cover LOL The live version on Conan was extraordinary...

[@Bryan_Master_Blaster]

My mother - a long time Simon & Garfunkel fan - absolutely loved this rendition of the song.

[@jeffreyburley4033]

For all us millions of people who were part of that wonderful Simon And Garfunkel period while growing up, this cover helped add emotion to the words that Paul Simon wrote. This cover is so far out of Disturbed normal genre but you have to give David and his group a big, big high five for their arrangement. And as one of those "oldie" guys, I enjoy watching this video over and over again. Again, it just simply added the emotion Paul Simon meant but could not deliver.

[@martinpascual3558]

I would highly recommend the live version as well. Even knowing the studio version the live is amazing also.

[@johndoeski1267]

One of the best reactions to this song. Very insightful. Take a bow!!!! 🙂

[@JM-zb2ip]

It’s a great cover. They have their own style but respect that they kept the integrity of the song at the same time.

[@pauletteraspberry2923]

One song that Disturbed has recorded is absolutely amazing and is slightly metal. It’s called “The Light” and “Hold on to Memories” is a soft song that David wrote after watching the animated movie “Coco” with his child.

[@crazymelomanka]

I remember first time hearing it I had the same reaction. Was absolutely stunned and stupified)) Knowing Disturbed I'd never realized though that David could sing like this... ❤

[@DChase447]

Someone once said, "Music is what emotion sounds like", well, here you are, an emotional symphony.

[@ursulaweber5022]

David's voice is amazing and has such control, came from when he trained as a cantor. He never uses autotune which is why his voice sounds so pure and unaltered.

[@6282rain]

Your mum has a beautiful smile! And love her reaction to a classic Simon and Garfunkel song

[@juventus4214]

Well said lady's. You've hit the nail right on his head. You understand the meaning of the song/message.

[@manuelruen]

4:48 Well David Draiman was trained as an open opera singer.

[@iancollins7074]

nearly every first time reaction to this i've seen has got a deep emotional response from the viewer

[@Instantphojo]

WOW!! Excellent explanation. BRAVO!!!!!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@jannajenkins2276]

Disturbed has lyrics in their songs that often have a social message.

[@josephweaving6458]

Paul Simon himself praised this version, it really puts meaning to the lyrics. the first reaction i have seen that actually hits the nail right on the head as to what this version is.

[@Chief_officer_Daller]

Oh dear god this voice is so beautiful to this song .. And his messages got to you - coz this is what Disturbed want you to hear " OMG i try not to cry every time i listen to this version but i cant ! I am simply not strong anough to fight it ... WoW WoW WoW I love it ♥♥♥

[@Dudeamis17]

People who don't have a strong reaction to this song worry me.

[@brettteply9363]

You guys are a perfect team. I will be looking forward for more.

[@lafenatu]

Paul Simon actually spoke about it and said he enjoys their version a lot and doesn’t have any complaints about it. I bet that means a lot to Disturbed to hear that.

[@claudiahillman606]

I got to see Disturbed in concert 4 days ago! It was so good!

[@anthonymichael6562]

Daughter i loved watching you while you listened to this powerful version. Your so beautiful too ⚘️

[@jonr.3832]

Best analysis of what this song means. I'm a speech pathologist, and I play this song for my high school students as a message to look up from their devices and notice the other people around them.

[@Snowdog856]

You ladies need to do Home Free. Literally any song from them is good.

[@tonycg9952]

love home free one i like is go rest high on that mountain

[@timbilliard1964]

I've watched soooo many reaction videos for this video. The daughter looked like she was going to tear up a little. That's how I feel listening to this version and watching other people's reactions to it. I love this band and David has such an awesome voice.

[@chuckmanion1128]

Actually, Paul Simon said the same thing about about Disturbed's rendition. He said their song was the warning and Disturbed's was the anger at the warning being ignored. Furthermore, this is the only cover of their song that he has endorsed.

[@sofiatgarcia3970]

I'm glad you gals got to this song. I love the analogy of Simon and Garfunkel's version being a gentle warning compared to Disturbed's in your face powerful version that "Yells" at us, "It's happening people! Wake up!"

[@barbaraheilman321]

Good reaction, Mom and Daughter. I am 78 and I was so taken with the video the first time I heard it in July 2023. What a marvelous cover. That man's voice goes right to your heart and mind. Beautiful and when he is talking to you right up in your face, you are just gripped with the drama that is unfolding before you. Great job.

[@McKamikazeHighlander]

Paul Simon personally contacted the lead singer David to endorse this cover. It's often said the original the older generation warning us and this version is the current generation, angry that the warnings were not followed. A masterpiece

[@eaccristo]

I am 68 and raised Heavy Metal Bands with three sons. My daughters were into other bands and I just love anything except jazz. This thrilled me to my bones. Loved it.

[@toddpatrick8254]

Yes the live version from the Conan show is magnificent. Great review!

[@chadbennett7873]

I see Simon & Garfunkel as knocking on the door, asking you too pay attention to where we are heading, and David kicks the door in and demands that you see that we've arrived! We NEED this song, this version ... and yet, as moving as it is ... we won't pay attention again, because we just are not bright enough to see past our nose. We are ridiculously self-absorbed and buried in our individual pleasures and worries rather than our collective ones.

[@yell50]

I am emotionless so I am told, but this song rips all emotion out of me to the point I am all chocked up its a brilliant masterpiece f**$%& masterpiece.....breath taking

[@davidbrown5688]

You guys nailed it on the head!! Great analagy!!

[@mtsan46]

Intro mom to their upbeat side with “The light” video. Rocks but continues to show what this band is about.

[@kathleenandbruce]

What a great reaction and explanation of what this song is about. You nailed it. This song gives me goosebumps every time I hear it.

[@janabraam7963]

I am in Simon & Garfunkel's generation. So when I compare the 2 songs, I feel S & G are telling us what will happen if we don't listen to each other. Because it's showing us all the broken instruments at the beginning, Disturb's version sounds like is saying "we didn't listen to each other! See what happened? You blew it." I was amazed at their version! Loved it! Paul Simon even gave his approval to their version. You should listen the version on David Letterman.

[@findango]

Many heavy metal singers that sound rough have extraordinary vocal control and power hidden beneath that isn't always apparent. This is one of those cases.

[@roncypert8255]

The first time I listened to this version, the sheer intensity and amazing vocal prowess of David Draiman’s interpretation of Paul Simon’s lyrics brought tears to my eyes as well, young lady. For an extremely emotional experience, you should react to Eva Cassidy’s live acoustic versions of Over The Rainbow, the Judy Garland classic from The Wizard of Oz and her cover from the same evening of Cyndi Lauper’s Time After Time. It’s just her playing her acoustic guitar (which she does exquisitely) and singing in one of the most angelic voices ever. Over The Rainbow left this old biker/truck driver with tears streaming down his face. So beautiful!

[@deco9863]

You hear this version, you FEEL the live version.

[@king_familytraveladventure963]

Such a Masterpiece. He is classically trained, which was a little surprising to discover, given their other music. He is AMAZING!