Disturbed Sound Of Silence - REACTION

[@stephaniehawkins5211]

Every person that hears this version, gets emotional. Even to tears.

[@lizhorn6429]

Yep!

[@jakemorrison548]

I’ve seen dozens of reactions of this song/video, I like this kind of reaction the best. Reactions where the tuber feels the power of the song and get emotional. Tired of vocal coaches breaking down his voice and the video. They say things like “did you hear what he did with his voice?” Or “see the way he scrunches up his face?” They don’t feel the song, they’re just breaking it down. Perfect example of “Hearing without listening” You however, were listening to the music, feeling the lyrics and feeling the power of the vocals. Great reaction 🤙🏽

[@lorraineziolek4651]

we the people are "the wells of silence"....words of the prophets written on the subway walls and tenement halls...social decay... we remain silent...love love love david's interpretation!

[@suzannepatterson5548]

The “neon god” was the invention of the television and “words of the prophet…… are graffiti. Make love not war! Peace ! Peace on earth etc.

[@cindybishop8659]

Thank you so much for listening to this piece in it's entirety before commenting on it's content. It's such a profoundly beautiful vocal, as well as visual experience, that it really has to be listened to in it's entirety to be properly appreciated. Whatever Disturbed's genre may be, (and this piece doesn't even scratch the surface!), an incredible performance should always be appreciated.

[@patmcneil8616]

Your silence at the end speaks volumes to your reaction it is such a pure and honest reaction and how many of us feel

[@JamesMasonJFrost21]

yea this song took it to me...lol

[@marcyaustin9803]

It reached deep into my soul. It literally takes your breath away. It's powerful. Best cover I have ever heard. His voice is amazing!!

[@bentleybroussard9846]

Thank you for not interrupting it like everyone else does when they react

[@michelledunstan9952]

It took a lot of very smart people to put this awesome song together that's for sure

[@fionabarr6064]

Paul Simon wrote this in 1963 as a warning as to how life would evolve to . This version is by far the best cover Paul Simon contacted him to congratulate him the only person he has ever done this to🌸🌸🌸

[@karenmitchell2902]

Thank you for listening to the song all the way through before you spoke about it. I love this version so powerful and meaningful ❤

[@JamesMasonJFrost21]

I couldn't stop it... There is no way that anyone should be able to

[@carijepson5678]

The Power conveyed of how important it is, that as humans we connect brought me to tears. David coming from a family of Cantors, knows how to sing emotion well.

[@rickyfransley]

I could see you fighting back the emotion, THAT is what real music does. IT CREATES EMOTION. Great reaction.

[@JamesMasonJFrost21]

yes it does... i think it's the bridge for all things honestly if used properly.

[@brunodascalescu6769]

I can’t stop listening to it! Unbelievable!

[@larryfisher5796]

I'm 78 years old and listened to Simon and Garfunkel when the song first came out. And I loved it. But this guy .WOW WOW gave me chill's .The Power of his voice just went throw me .Wow

[@lizhorn6429]

72 here and I totally agree!

[@keeppassingtheopenwindows]

Isn't that just music to your ears!! Thxs for not chirpping in every few seconds .. DOPE for sure!! Down With the Sickness Blow your mind!!

[@bobanderson9141]

When a song ends and you feel like you were taken through a ringer, it was special. It was how it should have been many years ago.

[@DaveBrock-z4j]

It's not just you. I'm 51 years old I'm a male familiar with the old version by Simon & Garfunkel but this song hit you right in the soul.

[@Superficialgallery]

This is the most straight up honest reaction to this song I have seen and I have been on a kick watching them. Well done, man.

[@libbygatzke7925]

I’ve been watching/listening to Disturbed’s cover of “The Sound of Silence” for years and every single time, it absolutely touches my soul. The first several times I watched it, I couldn’t keep the tears from falling. And still, today, I’m brought to the edge of my emotions by it ♥️

[@reggiefokes6677]

Every time. ❤

[@jackiecosgrave52]

Thank you for your honest reaction, it made me think for the first time. In a long time, I am 62 and listened to different versions of this song. I can really hear the words for the first time, it has blown my mind 🤯 I think it's my favourite song of all time. Ever part of it meant something, you don't get many songs that can make me feel every single word, note, picture, expression, the whole thing. I loved it and I loved that you did a double take. Its not something you can only listen to once, every time will be different 😊

[@paulj833]

David is a classically trained cantor. His control is magnificent. Every single time I watch this masterpiece I get goosebumps and I cry. I touches something very deep and far away inside of me. Millions of people...with and without faith have said that this version of the song was the closest thing that they have ever felt to a Religious experience. I am constantly drawn back to this video like a moth to a flame. To me...this is the very best cover...ever. Paul Simon has said that this song now belongs to David.

[@marionholder3905]

I feel exactly the same 🙂

[@thechloechronicles9688]

I can't find where Paul Simon said the song belongs to David and I would love to find it for some of my friends who are my age and only still want to listen to the original which is wonderful but this is otherworldly

[@reggiefokes6677]

Me too. ❤

[@mojomak3803]

,,​@@thechloechronicles9688

[@paulinemaclellan8204]

I agree totally

[@ChristinaBritton]

Words carry power, music carries power, visuals carry power. Added together, and we get magic xxx

[@paulahik211]

It always goes to my head and to my soul. Always.

[@lfv9010]

Struck the chord placed in all human DNA by God which is why it pierces and resonates deep into our innermost being....the powerful spiritual cornucopia of MEANINGFUL lyrics, David's masterful vocals, the musical instrumentation, the video all express scripture in a single song...modern day prophet IMHO

[@jonwaldron900]

Silence. Yeah, best reaction to this song. So beautiful.

[@janeenhauser6343]

Touches your soul

[@paulahik211]

Ive listened to this song without visuals a lot. It blows me away every. Single. Time.

[@frances3254]

I just love watching first-timers as this experience GRABS them it's like seeing a transformation. A real treat thank you 86 in nm

[@linejattu1734]

I'm so glad you didn't stop once during the song. I've watched so many reactions to this video and everyone stops. Thank you for not doing that. :D

[@kristianhawk]

I love that you can literally see the experience of this song change people's lives

[@Stepperg1]

You're not alone. Many of us were transported to another place in our heads, hearts and souls when we first heard this. I broke down like many others. It touched me deeply, stirring up emotions I didn't know I had from places locked away. David can break my heart, cause me to feel like taking on the world or just amaze me. Thank you for your thoughtful reaction AND for replaying the song. It's remarkable. He's shown us that we've failed but there's still time to get it right.

[@positivelifeskills4you914]

James, I love your honest and genuine reaction to the music. 🙏

[@thomasmcgarry2124]

speechless the way i was when i first heard this amazing

[@haciendadad]

This is what happens when the perfect lyrics meet the perfect artist to sing the perfect song. The video was a great story teller too.

[@Caeleachdog]

I've seen this video a hundred times and it is heart wrenching. I cry each time. There is something visceral in David's voice that grabs you and wrings out every emotion until you are spent. The Simon and Garfunkel version was the appetizer, Disturbed's version is the entire meal.

[@reggiefokes6677]

❤❤❤

[@kevinharpham6396]

Every time I listen to this I get goose bumps because of his voice. It’s dark, sad yet exhilarating, all at the same time…

[@chandaconboy863]

This song, done this way is so powerful and moving.

[@karenwakefield8539]

BRILLIANT..MY ultimate song

[@dukeness01]

Man to man, I just wanted to tell you that I truly appreciated your response to Disturbed's version of this song. You could tell that it had an impact on you. I was a big fan of Disturbed for their "heavy metal" music, but I believe their cover of Sound of Silence is their best song and my favorite of all time.

[@nevannarence6542]

this song tends to strike alot of people dumbfounded. it is a miracle he offers us. his voice is a gift to us especially considering what he has had to do to keep that voice. and thank you for not speaking over him. too many just break it up so much that its a sacrilage

[@johnpierce1251]

Paul Simon called David after hearing his version and told him it’s his song now he’s never heard a better version

[@ddonlee]

Thanks for ur great reaction. Ur loss for words is real. I felt it too. Davids voice is out of this world. The moving visuals and the Lyrics touched the depth of my soul.

[@claudiahillman606]

David is the 2nd best singer God ever made!! And he's my fave!! I love Disturbed! Got to see them in concert last year. Amazing!!! I do ove Disturbed!!! I love David Draeman!!!

[@DebbieSpinosa-vo8ze]

Amazing, absolutely amazing! I love, love it!

[@debbieeverett7112]

How can you not get emotional from this cover, everyone says WOW after they hear it for the first time... beyond incredible, dives into your core, your soul..,... IMMENSELY LOVE IT 😉 PLAY IT AGAIN AND AGAIN AND AGAIN.,.,

[@bluekarma6849]

Ain’t just you James,It shows you have a soul, lots of tears in this song

[@lauraellis6981]

I love that you had to listen to it again. I have listened to it over 100 times.

[@brandonmiller2450]

Disturbed is one of my top 3 bands of all time. I have literally listened to this song hundreds of times since it came out, it still gives me the chills every time. It is truly EPIC. I like the fact that you watched it twice as there is too much to absorb in one shot.

[@JamesMasonJFrost21]

glad you enjoyed the reaction but i gotta tell you, i definately watched more than twice. i still watch it because of how it's so moving. when i get the time i will definately do more from this group.

[@clairerosey9921]

I’ve said it before, it’s almost a religious experience. It fits and sits right with every emotion. It starts off calm and balanced, it gains momentum and power, then comes love, despair and the pain that they invoke…. Then the moment that it all slips away leaving the hollow emptiness of devastation and gut wrenching finality. Beautiful, powerful and jaw droppingly thought provoking.

[@lisavrbas9589]

I'm still speechless hearing this. Not only is David an amazing singer but he is an amazing man.

[@martypowell5723]

I'm 62 yrs old. This still gives me goosebumps & brings tears even after hearing it probably 100 times. Grandma is a big fan of David Draiman & Disturbed now ❤ My grandson promised to take me next time they're in the area. " A Reason To Fight" is amazing as well.

[@dorothywestcott2408]

@@martypowell5723 I am a 62 yr old grandma also. I agree every time I hear it I also get goosebumps. I agree "A Reason to Fight" is an awesome song. I would love to see them also.

[@martypowell5723]

@@dorothywestcott2408 I love Hold Onto Memories also ♥ David sings ballads beautifully.

[@dorothywestcott2408]

@@martypowell5723 I totally agree. That whole album is the best. Powerful messages.

[@endoraismygma]

Facts 🖤

[@yell50]

its a supernatural brilliance...

[@ljs42011]

I love how this leaves people absolutely speechless. Great reaction.

[@reggiefokes6677]

❤

[@55firelt]

Yep, leaves you speechless. We have all experienced dark and desperate times. This version explains that feeling

[@cathyg6594]

Your face ! We all had it the first time. Love that you didn't stop every 5 seconds to say something. That gave you an opportunity to just listen. Loved yours more than anyone's I have seen!

[@glendacrosbywilkins4246]

God is sending a very STRONG message in that song...BEAUTIFUL>>!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@aylacowgill1624]

DUDE! You just went to CHURCH ‼️😂🥰❤️❤️❤️

[@marionholder3905]

Look, I must write this. You can keep your fancy opera singers. It's David Draiman for me every time. I have a tear trickling as I type. How can this man deliver like this ? To start with, when he opens his eyes on the word " vision " , he seems to look straight into your soul. . The song is to me, both a lament and a reproach filled with rage. I just adore this man's voice, and listen to it every day.

[@tinyglow]

Dude, I gotta say this is the #1 reaction video to this song!! Your facial expressions made it perfect. AND (I know, grammar) You allowed it to play through, uninterrupted, not once but twice!! Bravo!! Thank you

[@katywilliams9477]

Loved the awe on everyone’s face after first hearing this rendition of this song by Disturbed!! I was the same, no matter the number of times I hear it!! Just a powerful voice David has!!

[@stephanierickman7981]

The first time I heard this version I was lulled, entranced, stirred and angry. From one emotion to another. I had deep breaths, moments of realization, chills, goosebumps and tears. This invoked beauty on every possible level. If you can't feel this, you are dead.

[@audreymoyers7553]

Dude… this is my favorite song, & I watch reactions… Loved urs! U respected the song by really listening, So much so that u played it again!! 🎉ur 😎 cool.. peace & Love to u, Disturbed, & Simon & Garfunkel ❤

[@loriprice1518]

I’m glad you really felt it!!

[@mauilorizond7847]

David's vocals is a LIQUID GOLD! And instantly, me at 65 became an instant HUGE FAN!...and was totally DISTURBED!!! OMG, I can't even believe that the singer, the song, and the lyrics would hit me this hard . OMG!!! 😍💗💓💝😘😘😘

[@Toadonthehill.]

I’ve been a lover of this song since I was a child, my older brother would play this and ‘Bridge over troubled waters’ over and over and over. I got the meaning at a very young age. I heard it again in the ‘Watchmen’ movie which started it all again ❤️ HOWEVER I discovered this version and the live version from the Conan O’Brien show only a few days ago and it has really touched my soul. I can’t stop listening to it. Simon and Garfunkel’s version was a soft warning of what may come and this is anger that we’ve let it happen. Magical 🙏 It has opened my heart and soul. Let’s start listening to our hearts, souls and each other brothers and sisters before the silence becomes permanent 😡. Thank you for playing it my friend I believe you got the message 🙏❤️.

[@royreynolds108]

I am 76 and remember when this came out and was played on the radio. I did not really understand it then. About a year ago, I came across the video of Disturbed. After that video, I called my younger son and asked him to listen to it and told him that I had finally understood the song. I agree with others that Simon & Garfunkel sang a warning while David is angry that we, as a society, have ignored that warning.

[@Toadonthehill.]

@@royreynolds108 I agree with you my friend but sadly after going through the recent epidemic I think many have become even more deaf and blind if that was possible 😢.

[@sharonrigsby5297]

A dropped jaw is the best compliment this song could get. 😮❤

[@JamesMasonJFrost21]

That's really all I had

[@davidbozanovs1620]

That feeling that welled up in you is the realization that something two artists tried to point out in the sixties through a song is still ( and may be worse) relevant today. "people hearing without listening" -- the current divide in our country "people bowed and prayed to the neon god they made" -- get you information from one source only never looking elsewhere. Paul & Art sang us a warning long ago David hammered home the fact that we did not heed the warning.

[@alyn927]

So true and well put. That is how I see it too, my favourite version of this, it is so very powerful. I’m 73 and have always loved this song but I fear that even my grandchildren’s generation will not heed.

[@aaronhommel4615]

I have watched MANY reaction and review videos of this song because its one of m y all time favorites and may be the best vocal and PARTICULARLY the arrangement as he subtly paints layers on his canvas, which appears to be black to start, not stark white like. most. This song is maybe more relevant than when it was written and I think that is what makes it so timeless. These issues of communication (or lack thereof) must stop or we WILL end up somewhere we don't want to be as humans on this Earth. Thank you for saying what I have been feeling in a way which is much more elegant and poignant than what I could have done. (As you can see I tend to ramble when Im emotional)

[@charlotteschaffer9494]

The version of this song is so powerful. It always brings emotions.

[@jacquesjrviens3384]

If this doesn't move and affect you, you are without a soul.

[@JamesMasonJFrost21]

you know what's funny about that statement, i just said that in another video i recorded the other day that i'm editing now. Great minds... but you are definately right.

[@1968luch]

Paul Simon had a dream and it was about TV “the neon god” and how it took away communication from each other. Now it’s so much worse because of TV, Computers and Phones. Disturbed’s version is perfect for this era and David’s voice is just incredible.

[@MaryM-xz5fs]

There are no words to explain!

[@moirabaker458]

I have watched so many people be overcome by this rendition…what I WOULD say is that whoever created the video should have HIGH praise.

[@DawnFLee]

The very beginning of the video when a lot of people think there is something wrong with their volume, is the sound of silence. David (lead singer of Disturbed) put so much power and emotion into this song. His voice and facial expressions as well as the story going on in the video to the song made this my very favorite of all times. The live version is outstanding but that video pumped up the emotion to go along with David's version of the song. Always gives me goosebumps... Amazing!

[@kellysalinas7478]

I love watching these reactions to this song... the faces are the same at certain points, and David's voice always brings the emotion to the person reacting...

[@terrancestodolka4829]

Like your look when you watched the end and you saw the GREATNESS in his voice to send the power of the words into your conscious soul...😊

[@mtnpeace2]

I first heard this when the Conan performance came up on my feed abt a month ago. It touched me so deeply and I’ve listened to it at least 100 times, especially with different reviewers. Transports me to a different place. I’m not sure where but I feel all of his emoting. I’m not into music at all, but this song by Disturbed has touched me deeply. I’m a 75 year old grandmother who doesn’t do music, but this moved me. I think it’s the composition, emotion and raw talent of David. What he can do with his voice is phenomenal!! 😮

[@anakintimbrook8840]

I cry every time I see the video and hear the song. It's done something to everybody who listens to it. I've watched one reaction video that showed the live version had 345 million hits. I loved your reaction. The song does leave you speechless. You probably have discovered by now that it's a song that was written in the early 60s I believe, by a group named Simon and Garfunkel. They were kind of looking to the future into a world in which technology has made people grow apart. The vision the writer has in the song is a warning that he wants people to heed. And when Disturbed sings it, It's almost like he's saying y'all didn't listen to Simon and Garfunkel so let me tell you again in a more powerful way. Thank you for doing a reaction video. 😍

[@mattmccartney9719]

You’re the only person who I’ve seen on here that has had to listen to this song twice because of how good it is. Liked and subbed brother. I’ve watched all the reaction videos to this song because I love seeing how it moves people. If you want other song suggestions that hit hard in your feelings: “hurt” by Johnny Cash (read up on the story of this song before you listen to it) “Snuff” by Corey Taylor.

[@TheSpeakEasyLounge]

Well said! I recently Reacted to this for the first time and it SHOOK ME SO HARD!

[@tracysmith6944]

It's pain for our world now, Paul Simon said recently he wrote this song for David to sing. We don't talk to each other anymore, we txt? we email ... it's a warning pure and simple. A warning of what's to come ... peace to you.

[@sandpurdo01]

Your comments are so very true. And exactly to the point of the song what are we doing just now ??? Talking without speaking. So ironic. It certainly makes you think of where we are going in today's world, if we allow it to continue.

[@loriprice1518]

Wow huh wth wtf !!! We all need to wakeUP! We all one thing in common EVERY WALK OF LIFE it’s MUSIC AND THE SOUND OF!!

[@brettteply9363]

I cry too. It's deep.

[@carylee7118]

But amazing voice band and visauls. 10 out of 10 all the way around and in the running for best remake ever to me.

[@johnpierce1251]

Disturbs version is so powerful it is a direct line to your soul

[@soultrampamplification8425]

I've been listening to this song since the 60's and have always enjoyed it. But it wasn't until Disturbed perform it that I felt it. Best reaction to this song I've seen. Clearly, you felt it as well. Nicely done!

[@captjack2112]

If it touched you you see the meaning and understand ! Bless Y'all the time is now

[@lisajallchin]

I use this song to get me out of stressful moments, the power of it soothes me. The mans voice is a gift and he knows how to use it.

[@lorieakin5771]

You got the meaning at the end.👍 That's was it!😁

[@AdventureswithCnD]

This touches you in a place inside you, that you very rarely can even get to

[@barbaraheilman321]

I watched it once and then about 100 times more and I still get goose bumps.

[@jeaniethomas2966]

One of the best first time reactions I’ve seen yet! I felt the same way, It was totally powerful and I couldn’t quite grasp what was going on in my brain after the first several times I watched it.

[@enidjordaan5770]

This happens just once in a lifetime! What n amazing experience! Thank you

[@lindataghon5712]

Simon and Garfunkel wrote this over 50 years ago, I was 21 at the time!

[@codemonkey6173]

Oh man. That look at 5:30.... You knew. You just knew

[@Ingolenuru]

He did a live performance on the Conan O'brien show. It was every bit as amazing as this without the video. The emotion in his voice lets you live the feelings in the song. The Light by Disturbed with the official video will fill you up. This performance is a perpetual goose bump machine.

[@JamesMasonJFrost21]

i've been hearing alot about it, will check it out.

[@judyrogers9313]

Your face , at the end, PRICELESS! This song can definitely make you speechless…and his voice is AMAZING! Many have covered this song but only he does it BETTER!

[@lindawahlers7510]

I absolutely LOVE watching reactions like yours!!! You so appreciated his cover, your complete, honest reaction showed everything you were feeling!!! It was great!! David is an incredibly, amazing singer & it was so cool to see such a "open" reaction!!

[@richardbaity6496]

Sorry. Just seen your reaction. I love the fact it affected you. It brings you in. Captivates you. It gets in your mind the first time you hear it. The fact that you immediately listened to it again let me know what you heard. It was in your eyes, your face. That song hits your soul!!! One of the best reactions I have ever seen. Ty bruh!!!

[@michelleormay9226]

YEP, DAVID GRABS YOUR SOUL, RIPS IT OUT MAKES YOU TAKE NOTICE AND THEN HANDS IT BACK TO YOU AS TEARS ROLL DOWN YOUR FACE,BECAUSE HE TELLS YOU WHAT YOU NEED TO HEAR AND MAKES YOU THINK ABOUT WHAT'S IMPORTANT BECAUSE DISTURBED (DAVID) SINGS ABOUT LIFE AND WHAT HUMANITY NEEDS TO ACT ON PLEEEESE LISTEN TO........ "REASON TO FIGHT" LIVE CONCERT AND "MEMORIES" WOW THIS BAND (DAVID AND DISTURBED) REALLY MAKE YOU THINK WHAT THE TRUE MEANING OF LIFE IS..... A GIFT THAT WE NEED TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE ONE PERSON ONE ANIMAL, ONE TREE ONE DAY AT A TIME BECAUSE WE CAN :);):) THANK YOU FOR YOUR REACTION I HAVE LISTENED TO THIS SONG HUNDREDS OF TIMES AND IT GETS ME EVERY TIME ONLY KNEW OF DISTURBED(THIS SONG/VERSION) 2YRS AGO BECAUSE OF THE SUDDEN LOSS OF MY HUSBAND OF 30YRS TO AN AGGRESSIVE BLADDER CANCER (GREW UP WITH ORIGINAL S&G VERSION) BUT MY SPECIAL NEEDS SON ASKED IF WE COULD PLAY THIS AT HIS DAD'S LIFE CELEBRATION CREMATION SERVICE WE DID AND THERE WASN'T A DRY EYE IN THE CHAPEL AND EVERYONE HAD A SIMILAR REACTION WHAT A BEAUTIFUL LEGACY TO LEAVE BEHIND "A REASON TO LIVE " PLEASE TAKE CARE STAY SAFE GOD BLESS PLEASE HAVE A WONDERFUL 2022 HOPE TO SEE MORE REACTIONS SOOOOOON ESPECIALLY TO SONG REQUEST/S GIVEN :);):)

[@wickedwings7611]

I LOVED your reaction! I've never seen someone not only have to watch it twice, but be moved the same way both times. The cutest time I heard this song(years ago), I ran into the kitchen so my mom could hear it and she fell in love with it too. It instantly hit us both right in our souls. It dues every time. They're amazing, but his VOICE!

[@rmc119]

went somewhere in my head. Like an angel messenger occupied my heart and downloaded a message from the Source: You are human. You must connect to other humans through voice and music vibrations. This is your strength

[@san-ti7np]

People are so speechless when they hear this song, it’s very spiritual. Silence to me here means so many things. The silence of tranquility and authenticity in the beginning, and the silence caused by materialism, urbanisation, disconnection…silence that “cancer grows” in the middle of the song, and the silence we need for us the hear the warnings and signs bringing us back to ourselves, the silence that is ourselves. This song is a prophet.