First Time Hearing Disturbed - The Sound Of Silence

[@tammymartin7017]

Simon and Garfunkel's version was a warning of the things to come if we didn't pay attention to each other and Disturbed's version was the anger felt because no one heeded that warning.

[@thetattooedvaper4081]

EXACTLY!

[@JLC48]

This!!

[@darkfatekod3962]

Love your take on it. It's also reflective of the different generations the songs were sung for. I don't think the impactful style changes, that were made would be felt the same if the songs were released in opposite times, to opposite generations...

[@marLamaDeo]

@@darkfatekod3962 it’s not just his take on it, this comment is continuously repeated in videos relating to this song

[@andrewbrown1051]

AND the Pentatonix version is hope - showing there is still a chance for us to get better. Listen to all three back to back to back. Amazing the feelings emoted by each one is so different.

[@michaelbaziotis8287]

Disturbed's version is one of the greatest remakes of all time. Born in '61, I grew up with Simon and Garfunkel's version. A softer sweeter and much sadder version of the song. The visceral raw anger of Disturbed's version hits so much harder!

[@booklassygarrahan3929]

Totally agree. I was born in 62.

[@territomlinson1940]

Hurt by johnny cash is up there with one off the best covers aswell

[@Vmurph]

Michael Bazoitis, I totally agree with you. The MEANING of this song is so serious and literally heart wrenching, but personally, I feel that Simon & Garfunkel sang it in way that actually juxtaposed the meaning of their own lyrics. They sang it too softly, and even a bit lighthearted. Yes, it had a slight tone of sadness to it, but more of a bittersweet sadness, not TRUE sadness. But it also sounds lighthearted, which doesn’t fit. If you listen to S&G’s version NOW (especially after hearing this cover) you’ll detect the lightheartedness I refer to. David Draiman’s gutsy vocals and anguished tone (and expression) really did this song justice. It’s literally the best cover of ANY song I’ve ever heard in my entire life.

[@michaelbaziotis8287]

@Vmurph Discussing musical opinions is so much fun because there is no right or wrong. While I love Disturbs version of the song, it isn't my favorite remake. My three favorite remakes of original songs are in descending order: 3. Johnny Cash sings Nine Inch Nails "Hurt" 2. Disturb sings Simon and Garfunkel's "Sound of Silence." 1. Whitney Houston sings Dolly Parton's "I will always love you." I will admit number one and number two are very close!

[@Vmurph]

@@michaelbaziotis8287 Haha, believe it or not, I didn’t even realize that “I will always love you” was originally Dolly Parton’s. I actually thought it was originally Whitney’s song and that Dolly just covered it. I LOVE Johnny Cash!! Have you heard Dan Vasc’s cover of “Amazing Grace” that recently went viral? Omg, I’ve heard literally hundreds of different versions of that song, and Dan Vasc’s is the absolute BEST cover I’ve ever heard. He’s a metal singer, like David Draiman. He even covered Disturbed’s cover of Sound of Silence (pretty much identically), but his cover of Amazing Grace is off the chart. He gave it the respect and emotion that song deserves. Just search ‘Dan Vasc Amazing Grace’ and you’ll find it. Get ready for goosebumps 😁

[@kathreana1562]

My granddaughter of 8 years old told me her interpretation of the song. She looked up at me with those big brown eyes and said "Grandma, I see, The people on one side of the water have the music, but no instruments and the people on the other side have the instruments but no music. But the boat brings them together because they need to come together to make music in the world." I looked in her big brown eyes and my heart swelled with emotions. In those eyes I seen an innoscence yet a gentle wisdom. To her it was about all of us working together. Whether her understanding is of this song, I don't know but it was beautiful. ❤

[@TJ-rp6wu]

wow... thank you for sharing. xoxo

[@kikatek6486]

~ So insightful … Please hug her for me ❤

[@kathreana1562]

@@kikatek6486 hug given 🤗

[@lynneg8874]

As a retired high school teacher, you all warm my heart everytime you all whip out your phones and really get into, dig into meanings, history, and discuss your thoughts. Great job, guys. I would have loved having you all in history class! 🥰

[@jamespike5161]

This is the great thing about our modern day. If you have questions, then a little research can answer them all.

[@elexiseuphoria]

One of my favorite teachers was in history in high school back in 2016-2018, his name was Mister Ruiz. He was funny and amazing and sarcastic and we all love him.

[@elexiseuphoria]

Awww

[@CricketGirrl]

A minute in and I am likewise impressed!

[@ernest7241]

If the video is longer than 10 minutes, youtube allows them to put more ads on their video.

[@ComicHorder410]

I am a huge fan of the original version by Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel. I have always said, if you want to cover a classic you have to bring something different to the table. Disturbed certainly did an excellent job of that here. Their version of this perfectly compliments David Draimans vocals, his vocals are atmospheric and haunting on this version.

[@Bebe-og3bc]

His voice is very haunting!

[@4rl0ng]

Disturbed is top tier band. Them, Rammstein, The Offspring, Green Day, Linkin Park and Evanescence. Those voices are legendary to me.

[@missyterry9930]

Agreed 100%. The original is one of my favorites of all time, and I’m PICKY about covers, but I think Disturbed did a fantastic job

[@jimd7260]

@@4rl0ng but only 1 member of Disturbed is on the song.

[@speakstheobvious5769]

This and Johnny Cash's cover of "Hurt" are my favorite covers.

[@opheliasfall]

"and the people bowed and prayed to the neon god they made" - to me, the heaviest line in the song. We're determined to follow and worship something so we make and fall for anything flashy or speaks everything we want it to say, and it never works out, it will always destroy the person inside.

[@ninja_tony]

I love that line so much too. And it really is amazing how relevant it is today if you consider how that line can relate to modern technology like smartphones and social media and how that technology somehow continues to drive us even farther apart. The fact that the song was written decades before that technology even existed really makes the line feel almost prophetic to me.

[@JacquiBergenGleason]

NEON GOD = HOLLY-WEIRD

[@TothLaszlo77]

@@JacquiBergenGleason and then some

[@matzrat5006]

@@JacquiBergenGleason Holly-Weird is just a reflection of society. weird huh.

[@TheChadPad]

We worship money, and neon lights, and like you said, anything flashy

[@jillcox6685]

I am old enough to have heard the original version when released. Always loved it , but the cover by The Disturbed is astounding. It has "connected people "! This 64 year old white woman from the South Coast of England, agrees with the sentiments you were expressing! A very powerful message for us all.

[@ZenTheMusician]

60 year old old white man. It touches my heart to see these young men giving music a chance. Open minded. Just listening.

[@johns7530]

It has not only "connected people", it has connected people to the anger that so many of us are carrying - and might not even be aware of - b/c we have felt rejection rather than valued, respected, and loved. Forgiveness, and treating one another with kindness and respect is the only cure for the sickness of this world.

[@amandaskinner6125]

@@johns7530I watched it for the first time a few days ago. I’m 64 and I wanted to scream with rage when it finished. I felt sadness and sorrow too. Extraordinary

[@johns7530]

@@amandaskinner6125It is extraordinary, for sure. Not many songs are powerful enough to affect people that way. Peace my friend.

[@sweetydeerhound4075]

@jillcox6685 69 almost 70 year old white woman years fly by, but in our sometimes hurt heart we remain the same teen age or young adult connecting deeply with music, voices and people Binging, crying, laughing with so many raw emotions Hello to All from a french in France

[@askallois]

I have listened to dozens and dozens of Sound of Silence covers, but never like this one. Vibrant, intense, angry, emotional. Every time I listen to it I get chills, the best cover ever for me!

[@mikeb7192]

RESPECT. The first time y’all reacted, I was truly embarrassed for you…”people hearing without listening “. This time instead of talking over the video, you listened and absorbed much more of the greatness of this cover. Keep up the entertaining reactions gentlemen.

[@eloerch7]

Yeah i couldn't watch it. But i rocked this whole thing and l enjoyed them talking story at the end.

[@dsaylor36]

You were " embarrassed for them"? It's called a reaction video .

[@dorenandsara]

@@dsaylor36 Their reaction entailed talking over a video with the title "sounds of silence". If you are going to react then you should not talk over the performance and miss major components of the performance. Hit pause, talk, rewind 5 seconds, and then hit play. I like these young men and their efforts to grow. They are young and learning. I affectionately call them puppies because they have such youthful enthusiasm that will turn into adult level maturity. I love watching them grow from where they were 1 year ago to where they are now. We all grow.

[@tiktok11150]

@@dsaylor36 Because they heard it and reacted before listening and understanding.

[@tonyoldham794]

You did it the right way by allowing the entire performance to play out before giving your assessments. Good job.

[@jacksonmartin8899]

This song has a broader meaning than just emotional relationships between individuals. It has a more social/political context. The 'silence' can be understood to be silence in the face of injustice or ignorance, and how we contribute to the problem(s) by our silence. Note how the prophets are writing on tenement halls and on subway walls. Who writes in those places? People with no other voice typically. It's a warning against complacency and worshiping the things we make up..

[@magnificentmuttley154]

The things we usually put above concerns for strangers & for neighbors (worship; idolize) are always the same: pleasure, money, social prominance & reputation, superficial appearences, "what will the neighbors think," etc

[@sunshynff]

It has lots of meanings depending your life experience, Paul didn't right it as such though.

[@gems3604]

Every time I hear this song i am blown away by the prescience of the lyrics. I feel privileged to have grown up with this song and to be educated by phenomenal lyricists, poets and musicians. I agree. This song is about way more than just emotional relationships. Way more.

[@ginfonte3386]

Jackson Martin. This!!!!! Well said!

[@annaspradlin4874]

VERY well said. If we don't learn to listen to those around us, we are doomed as a people and, quite possibly, the human race. Injustice and inequality rampant, and if nothing changes, we will all pay the price. The powers that be already have capabilities of mutually assured destruction. Sooner or later someone will push that button unless we all learn to live together in harmony.

[@Susweca5569]

This is hands-down the best version of the song that will ever be sung by anyone. In my opinion, of course...

[@tullochmacdonald4245]

I think you boys have figured out this song quite well. I appreciate the fact that you took the time to try and dig into the song and find it's meaning without dismissing it just because you didn't understand it the first time. It takes courage to admit when you don't understand something. It takes more courage to research and find understanding. You also did this research together and discussed it until you all had an understanding of the song. I agree that the visuals in this video are amazing, and go hand-in-hand with the song. Thank you for sharing your response to this song. It's nice to see honest people doing honest reaction.

[@jlerrickson]

I can't properly express how much I *love* that you tried to research the points that you didn't understand instead of just saying "that was pretty" and letting it go. It's a song that sounds powerful, but I'm sure so many people listen and like without understanding what it's actually about. Thank you for your diligence.

[@stevelake9333]

If Draimans voice singing this cover doesn't give you mad goosebumps then you gotta be dead, one of my all time fave covers , watched him do this on a TV show live and it was perfect and even when he pushes his voice out its so effortlessly done, love disturbeds music but Draimans voice alone is epic

[@barbaraharris7602]

Jesus and his disciples were poor, they lived poor, Jesus spoke truth to his lost sheep. He said I come to preach to the poor, the sick, the imprisoned into the silence of those who were supposed to be caring for them,but despised them. Pharisee, elitists in Washington, main stream news outlets, elitists in Hollywood and the music industry. They despise anybody not in their so called exclusive groups.

[@kevinstull8552]

Conan O'Brien

[@stevelake9333]

@kevinstull8552 that's the one 👍

[@juancalderon8976]

people should listen to the original. then this will give them goosebumps. paul simon is great writer but they sang this song wrong. here is dont correctly.

[@tomcampbell6384]

And to think he trained as a Cantor....Just like Neil Diamond....Amazing!!!

[@straycat1674]

Not only is this considered one of the best covers of all time, but the singer is also a classically trained singer.

[@patriciamedaris8552]

This is the first video you did not stop to comment, that's how into it you were! His voice and emotion literally pulls you in and holds you until the end ❤

[@randiruhn657]

I was thinking the same thing! Shows remarkable maturity and reverence. IMHO of course 😊

[@Mrstigger747]

Came here to say the same❣️👋🇨🇦

[@dedemaddox]

I also want to say, I recently asked my 85 y/o mother (who was a huge Simon and Garfunkel fan) to listen to this version of this song. Three days later, she is still talking about it. She loved it and what she took from Disturbed's version as many other have as well, frustration over not heeding the original warning so eloquently laid before us.

[@lifeisgood9175]

Sweet. Love the thought of her listening to Disturbed's version.

[@Jammer0069]

Always listen to your elders and those that came before.

[@54sme]

Love to your Mother!

[@troyshepherd2424]

I usually loathe remakes, but this, this is amazing. I do love this one. His voice gives me chills on this song. The message of this song is now coming true.

[@ronronniemeyers]

Troy I agree with you 100%

[@colettephilcox231]

I agree with u too

[@howlers8]

Paul Simon praised this version of the song.

[@scottrados9413]

I agree for the most part. There are some great covers out there, but most fall short. This version by Disturbed is one of, if not my favorite cover ever! I never knew Dave’s voice was so beautiful until I heard this. One of the most powerful voices out there.

[@lisaharben336]

Listen to the version he does with Myles Kennedy. It's beyond amazing!

[@Gearzilla117]

04:08 gives me chills every time i hear it. His voice is truly amazing.

[@anniegipson3734]

I'm an older lady that watches KZbin while I quilt and I love you guys and the music you listen to. Well done! Keep it up. I especially like that you all figure out the meaning of the song. Thanks.

[@JediPhoenix1976]

This is what all music reactions should be. Give the song your full attention; don't pause the video in the middle to ruin the flow, and don't talk during the song - wait until the song's over, THEN break it down and analyze it. Well done, guys.

[@LyricalIAm]

Copyright they can’t

[@AR-bl2hx]

Kudos to them. I do recall being their age and I too would have struggled with lyrics at the time. But as we age, references and symbolism in lyrics gets easier to pick up.

[@Naty_Sousa]

It's alright to pause once or twice if something caught their attention not every 30 seconds of the song to make meaningless comments and unrelated jokes.

[@williamedwards7897]

It's a bit stupid to tell people, what reactions should be.

[@DrJproductions]

Agreed

[@lyngusrobb5323]

I remember your struggles last time. You've all grown and broadened your perspective over the last year. Watching that development has been a delight for this old woman. Hoping 2023 is good to you all and this song burns in your hearts. Best Wishes and Thank You

[@magnificentmuttley154]

_The people bowed & prayed_ _To the neon god they made_ _And the sign flashed out its warning_ _In the words it was forming_ _And the sign said_ the words of the prophets Are written on the subway walls And tenement halls Whispered in the sound of silence Well, even if I cant understand to perfection this highly symbolic vision simon & garfunkel illustrate, the message is still unmistakeable. And since illustration painted with words truly is in the mind of the beholder (the listener), I say: Let the poor & the downtrodden tell you about it Let the disinfranchised & financially opressed inform you We do not have the luxury of layers of luxury & assets To protect us from the savageries of society We have known for much of our miserable slow existances now Some have known from birth The truth The inevitabilities that befall us all Whether in this life or the life to come There will be no exceptions No exclusions Rich or poor, great or small This world is changing We must turn to each other, family & neighbors Turn to the promises of the one Looking after us all along We must turn to each other & stand strong No man or government can stop it Only our faith will save us

[@tammywatkins4464]

@@magnificentmuttley154 Absolutely you are speaking TRUTH!!

[@magnificentmuttley154]

*@Tammy Watkins* ✨💎Thank you, m'lady. God bless you & your beautiful family

[@willi432]

Two best covers: Sound of Silence by Disturbed and Hurt by Johnny Cash. They are pieces of amazing talent, each in their own way. Seriously impressed that y'all researched/looked up the meaning of the songs. Well done, gentlemen.

[@Miss_Judged]

I think also this, Hurt is very complex song. Good wishes to you

[@elizabethannedavis5176]

I have those two on a playlist together. The raw emotions. I LOVE those. ❤

[@jasonhomorody1233]

Exactlty. Hurt is amazing, this may not be the second best remake but its up there for me as well.

[@andrewodinson3726]

Hallelujah by Pentatonix certainly belongs in a top 5.

[@johnsonny715]

Absolutely 2 best songs out there

[@michaelhudson4080]

His voice is incredible

[@CindlesExplorer2023]

His voice is amazing he was trained classically but he switches to heavy metal with so much ease ❤️

[@brucealmighty7288]

Well said..

[@MDD1966]

This is a great cover!

[@robschroeder5377]

He does country too. No limits with that much talent.

[@tjxc1477]

Classically trained???? Lol. Where?

[@milagalvin8632]

@@tjxc1477 He was a Cantor.

[@carlaharrington5120]

I really, really appreciate you making a legit attempt to understand the meaning of the song!!

[@nirfz]

What i like so much about this remake is the way it unfolds. It starts with one person singing calmly and one instrument playing, and over the course of the song, everything increases but the speed. More instruments join in, the volume increases and the intensity increases. These changing dynamics in volume and intensity and real instruments is something that has gotten rare outside of classical music.

[@sandyleewhite]

Your facial reactions say it all !!! This is an amazing cover of a brilliant song, 1st done by Simon & Garfunkel warning us, if we don't change our ways we are headed for destruction, and Disturbs version is angry, because we didn’t listen to the warnings... 😌 I always feel this song is like a rollercoaster ride, slowly brings you to the top, then crashing to the bottom.....Great reaction!!!

[@jedifive]

The live version of this song is a must. The singer was classically trained. I read that in the live version, David was sick with fever which is why he was sitting down. Pay attention to the audience and how quiet they are during the song.

[@magnificentmuttley154]

_The people bowed & prayed_ _To the neon god they made_ _And the sign flashed out its warning_ _In the words it was corming_ _And the sign said_ the words of the prophets Are written on the subway walls And tenement halls Whispered in the sound of silence Well, even if I cant understand to perfection this highly symbolic vision simon & garfunkel illustrate, the message is still unmistakeable. And since illustration painted with words truly is in the mind of the beholder (the listener), I say: Let the poor & the downtrodden tell you about it Let the disinfranchised & financially opressed inform you We do not have the luxury of layers of luxury & assets To protect us from the savageries of society We have known for much of our miserable slow existances now Some have known from birth The truth The inevitabilities that befall us all Whether in this life or the life to come There will be no exceptions No exclusions Rich or poor, great or small This world is changing We must turn to each other, family & neighbors Turn to the promises of the one Looking after us all along We must turn to each other & stand strong No man or government can stop it Only our faith will save us

[@matthewflesher3438]

That fever story is gonna make it on David's headstone

[@furrymilkshakes5837]

Its was filmed with no audience. That's why the audience is so quiet.

[@jennyph79]

YES! The live version from Conan O'Brien is BRILLIANT and it definitely is a MUST SEE!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJyag4mtaK5rm8k

[@frenkifrenki8344]

Live version?? You mean at Conan show?

[@redhtrd]

This still gives me chills. Paul Simon gave him props.

[@danielbridges8927]

I love this song. I love this remake. This was written in such a different time. The 60s folk singers were poets.

[@arleneholt1015]

Good commentary, gentleman. I first really listened to the words of this song back in the early 1970s in a high school English class. Thank you, Mr. Jewett. In an instant I realized this song was poetry, set to music. It is beautiful and sad at the same time. It spoke to us yesterday, it speaks to us today. Timeless.

[@bigpictureguys8415]

The part that always gets me is “hear my words that I might teach you, take my arm that I might reach you”. Damn man.

[@josettesonceau4664]

This is how music should be listened. Understand the artist, the writer, the meaning, the time. Be in the moment. Music should be an experience. Love these guys for bribing that back.

[@TDD_Drums]

Gotta be one of the most powerful songs/covers of all time across any genre Seeing this live was honestly something hard to comprehend. One of the most beautiful and eerie compositions ever

[@amandajenkins8597]

I am so glad I watched this. This is the best breakdown of this song I've ever heard. I've listened to it a bunch and seen multiple reactions, but no one has ever really dove into it like y'all just did. Thank you so much for that

[@Naty_Sousa]

First time I see a video of these guys where they all manage to stay silent during the whole song, without endless pauses, and actually try to get the meaning and discuss it after 👏🏼 Still get goosebumps, even after hearing this a thousand times before.

[@BillyJoeMcallister]

Yeah I caught that too, It's a first for me watching their videos.

[@chanceaxel84]

Goes to show how awesome this song is.

[@BillyJoeMcallister]

@@chanceaxel84 Gripping!

[@TheWynch]

I was thinking the exact same thing. It was very nice, I hope they do it more often. I understand they have to pause, but the over talking can get annoying.

[@Naty_Sousa]

@@TheWynch yes.

[@TheHOWLER45]

One of the most powerful and thoughtful songs of when Simon & Garfunkel recorded it. The song is true in the lyrics. Disturbed version puts a angry sad tone it. Best cover I've ever heard and I've heard many. Powerful thought provoking. May we all learn even today from such a song.

[@gems3604]

It just speaks to the brilliance of Simon & Garfunkel. This almost 60 year old song is as relevant today as it was when it was written. I really the Disturbed version of Sound of Silence. I may actually prefer the Pentatonix cover. But in the end the version I cherish most is the original by Simon & Garfunkel. That is the original soundtrack of my life. But for the younger generation I am thrilled they can be introduced to a brilliant song in a way that resonates best with them and their time. And I am ecstatic that these young me for once just sat in silence and listened. No horsing around. They listened. They will remember this song and they will share it with their friends. Hallelujah.

[@susanmorse7273]

I get chills every time I hear this. One of the best remakes ever. The strength in Draiman's vocals are unmatched.

[@audreycampbell9483]

This is a song written by Simon & Garfunkel in the mid-60s before cell phones and Technology. Very prophetic and how we all walk around mindlessly with our phones. I remember hearing the song in junior high at a school dance...

[@bevalexander5897]

Thank you guys for giving this song the attention it deserves. Draiman’s version almost makes me want to cry because of the anger and frustration in his voice. I would give anything to have the talent this man has, the whole group has. Simon and Garfunkel wrote an amazing song, and I bet they love this cover as much as the rest of us do.

[@reggiefokes6677]

I cry every time I see the video and hear the words as expressed by David's voice. The video version is so much better than the Conan performance.

[@4lb280]

this song gives me chills every time I hear it. David Draiman is one of my favorite voices.

[@suerogerts4330]

I'm a Simon and Garfunkel fan big time but oh my the first time I heard this version I was hooked amazing interpretation and that voice winner in my books oh I'm 63 years old I absolutely love you guys xx

[@sweetgirl4u247]

David Draiman of Disturbed has one beautiful voice. The different levels and emotions in it. Amazing rendition of the song.

[@kellysullivan6625]

You guys get full respect figured it out vs not trying. I was a kid when SG released this...love Disturbed version and your efforts to learn and interpret! Blessings

[@sandraleigh4023]

I sang this song many times in high school choir, but this version is my favorite. I absolutely love that you guys were moved to consider the meaning of the lyrics. Good work!!

[@angelabennett-engele1977]

I grew up on the original from Simon & Garfunkel. But this version brought new life to it and truly helped me fully feel it. When Simon & GRfunkel heard this version, Paul Sinon reached out to tell David Drainman (the lead singer) that this version was his favorite. Please do more Disturbed. They are a phenomenal band. Also, if you ever watch the version of this song that Fisturbed does on Conan, please know he Sand that with 100 degree fever just getting over the flu. It was still incredible. This man can do anything.

[@nickilewis8215]

Yes!!! And live on top of that which shows how talented and great he really is. It's even more moving than the video. And he's sitting down the whole time also. As a singer myself it's sometimes hard to sing those notes sitting. True talent.

[@gabbean123]

I'm so glad you guys gave this a second try!!! This song has always communicated how it feels to be alone in public places (school, work, other) where it's so loud with friends when you're the only one alone. It's a difficult feeling to overcome sometimes and it's only made more complicated with phones and the internet. Love that you guys! Music is a tool for personal growth and you guys are helping people learn things ❤️

[@trikkimikk6916]

💯💗💗💗

[@magnificentmuttley154]

_The Sound of Silence_ truly is a modernized Shakespearean lament about the widespread obliviousness people have toward the cold hard truth. That we create reality everyday by what we say & what we do to one another. And whether you listen to the bible, or you must face inevitabilities even those who know nothing about the bible know are coming in the future, that truth is the same, regardless

[@LVnemesis]

This was an Incredible cover,,Where the Singer's Raw Emotion Comes out to where you can feel it,.. more than just hear it....Last Great Example of that I Saw, was Johnny Cash when he Covered The Nine Inch Nails song " Hurt ". Even Trent Reznor lead singer of NiN said Johnny Made that song his, when he poured all the Pain of his life into it. You didn't listen to Cash singing that song.....You Felt it...Straight to the heart.

[@ramonafriesinger5652]

I very nearly cried when I first heard that song on the radio in my car ,that voice and that masterpiece of music ...that hurt me right in the feels ...

[@deegomez2089]

I heard Paul Simon say that he did alot of songwriting at night in the bathroom, hence the line "hello darkness my old friend". Paul gave major kudos to the way Disturbed covered the song. Watch Disturbed play this live on Conan...third time would be the charm 💚🎶🎵

[@Priasbcbeist]

I love that lyric

[@Cockthehammer]

This song is a beautiful expression of a horrible reality that many are trapped in.

[@susanheywood855]

Im happy that you took the time to truly appreciate and understand the lyrics and how relevant they were in 1964 and still today.

[@claycarlson]

Great job breaking this down guys! It was great watching you all sort the depth of the message of the song out between yourselves!

[@koraanderson7765]

The guy in the black shirt with green print on it, was very attentive throughout the entire video. I really enjoyed watching him as listening to the song. My son spent 13 years in the Marine Corp and did 3 tours and now he is a Deputy Sheriff and he plays this song and when I hear this song I think of him and all he has been through. It was a pleasure listening to this with you.. much love to you all

[@darinbarfield8738]

Semper Fidelis to your brave son! Sounds like he has a wonderful mother in his life.

[@sue9197]

Thank him and all your family for his service. God bless

[@ldavis8145]

I'm glad you gave this song a second chance. Absolutely LOVED this reaction. You guys rock!

[@winterblue5219]

Tenements are basic apartments. So, consider the squalor of subways and hundreds of ppl squashed together in apartment buildings with tiny rooms and you get the idea. Tenements are usually in big crowded cities, usually for low-rent and are/were horrible places to live. So the words of the prophets, whomever they were, tried to reach the poorest with a message to listen to each other. No matter our place in this world, we need communication and each other. Life is a gift. We need to remind each other of that. Loved your reaction, spectacular!!

[@RockyNikolashin]

"And no one dares disturb the sound of silence." If you think about the elevator effect, where many ppl stay quiet despite being close together, it shows how we often overlook opportunities to be a part of a community, even if the community only lasts a few minutes. The potential impacts we can have on each other, if we just listen and share, are important to our individual and social selves.

[@JeffHaynes3663]

I am So Happy you all experienced what I grew up with! ✌🏽 This song came out a year after I was born, it is 59 years old. It is my mission to remind those now of what is being forgotten and that is, someone had a Dream 60 years ago. Watching you all listen and get into this song brought tears to this old man's eyes along with hair on my arms standing up. Us Grandparents had it goin on! Give Peace One More Chance!

[@PavanneHalpin]

So we'll said. May we find our voices, our unity and peace.

[@suewagner9993]

I love how they researched the meaning of "the words of a prophet..." How prophetic do we see those words now? In particular in light of social media in general and the last few years with so many usual meeting places, even churches, being shut down because of the pandemic.

[@bettyannstreet2906]

All We Are Saying❤

[@karleetomassetti2589]

The meaning gives the song such a deeper insight to the song and what is being spoken about. The prophecy of this song is scary.

[@rachelpringle8651]

I can listen to this version over and over. Disturbed is one of the best. Love Simon and Garfunkel as well. Paul Simon's "You can call me Al"....❤

[@trusound170]

I love what Disturbed did with this song. I also really love the Pentatonix cover.

[@kimberlypayne8953]

So do I, they both did an amazing job!

[@MommaOsoIrish67]

Regardless of how you interpret the song's meaning... this remake is so intense. David Draiman has a powerful voice that evokes the emotion of this song so beautifully!

[@cheryllblanton6758]

Great reaction! David has one of the greatest voices ever!

[@vickiz6076]

I’m usually not a fan of covers…but….I just LOVE this version!

[@shawnpilgrim2355]

I wish reactors would do the double feature. Play the original Simon and Garfunkel version, then this one.

[@Steven.Brown.]

I wish these guys had an older person to make sure they aren’t reacting to remakes lol

[@shawnpilgrim2355]

@@Steven.Brown. maybe that’s what the comment section is for.

[@alwaysthrive979]

Seen them play s&g Central Park early 80’s this song epic experience and I was young

[@karenacton3854]

I grew up with Simon and Garfunkel as well, their music was light and gentle, easy listening and you could understand and sing all the words. As time progressed, I learned to understand what was being sung so when Disturbed did a remake it blew me away!! My heart sat in my throat and I got goose bumps, almost made me cry it was so beautiful. I applaud you guys for taking the time to listen to this song, it has great meaning to a lot of people, something all generations could learn from. Bravo to you!!

[@OSENERO]

I love that you all break it down afterwards and constantly seek out learning about the song or words in it that you all aren't clear of. Seeking knowledge is the best kind of growth, and seeing you all react to stuff you've never heard before also lends to it. It's also refreshing to those of us who usually listen to these types of tracks to hear outside perspective and interpretation of it. Love the reactions!

[@amesholmes5592]

Please do the live version of this song ♥️

[@slearl]

Yes, way better: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJyag4mtaK5rm8k

[@stevenweber7793]

You guys should also do the live version when they performed on Conan 2016. David’s vocals are even more impressive live

[@TheBigd1975]

They definitely need to watch the conan version

[@Lynn_Nice]

Loved the deep dive you took with enlightenment. Gentleman you are Amazing.

[@omasrosebud]

This was one of my father's favorite songs. We played this version at his funeral when he passed. To this day it's bittersweet to my heart when I hear it.

[@erikgutierrez3613]

I loved the way Ross was vibing out to this tune man. You guys are awesome!

[@dawnstadlin4968]

This version gives me the chills. His voice!

[@123it15me]

This is a song speaking of where our world is headed. A dystopian world where we all live in silence. The water that divides the singer from the writer, suggesting they cannot reach each other because we went too far. The boat in the end is the writers coming across to join with the musicians. He starts out gentle and slow. Each verse picking up time and momentum. Anger growing through the words, that people just don’t hear. To where we are; reduced… to silence. A powerful message with insight into our reality. This is where we are going. I hope, I pray we are not on a run away train. Covid was all the dystopian life I ever want to know.

[@shawnmount2685]

I love the way you all were working it out. You were speaking,you were listening the sound of communication. Peace be with all of You.

[@wendylee4815]

I liked how they broke it down and were building on each other's thoughts and input from the web, and I felt like they almost had it ---- then they went off the rails at the end about the significance of neon. They forgot it was written in 1964 and that neon technology meant something different than it does today. They thought it was referring to putting down your cell phone and talking to each other. Which is exactly what the neon god would be referencing if the song was written today. But back then the "neon god they made" is refering to TV, which was the technology that sucked up people's time and focus back then. Today it is the cell phone. I just wanted to see the guys make that connection. I loved the guy in the back who was rocking out to the song. Maybe he's secretly a metal-head. Good music transcends time and people. 🤘 This is one of the best remakes of a song ever.

[@chrissyg3722]

I was born in 1959 but I didn't really know Simon and Garfunkels meaning to the song then. It was written during the Vietnam War and also the assassination of President Kennedy which was part of the reason behind the song. I honestly feel the words through Disturbed's version and I get it now. Gives me chills everytime I hear it. With everything that's going on in the world today, you'd think it was just written. I'm a huge fan of Disturbed now. Even at my age. 😁 Hi from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@joisagirlsname]

I can't even explain why, but knowing there is a Scottish Disturbed fan who was born in the 50s absolutely made my day. You make the world better just by being in it, thank you for just being you. Regards from New Zealand. 😊

[@chrissyg3722]

@@joisagirlsname Thank you so much Jo. What a lovely comment. ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@beckyphipps4825]

Hello from Colorado USA. 56 now and love the original, of course,... I mean who could write the poetry of lyrics like Simon and Garfunkel? But I agree the Disturbed rendition is needed and meaningful for our time. I agree the anger makes the point that we did not heed the rendition of 1964. So what choice shall humanity make now?

[@gwenna1161]

I love that you guys took the time to look into the meaning of the lyrics. At 61 years of age, I remember the original version of this by Simon and Garfunkel but Disturbed sang it with such a build up of crescendo it gives me chills every time I hear it.

[@morganzweifel2488]

Incredible voice!!! I love to see these videos. I wish more people were willing to venture outside their musical comfort zone.

[@bleighve]

I know this is a little older of a video, but I got to see him Live perform this, and to this day even listening I still cry. You could feel the emotion of all the in the stadium raising their fists together and singing. It was a beautiful sight.

[@seandobson6221]

Disturbed is badass! They have done three remakes of 70s and 80s songs. They did this one, they did Shout by Tears for Fears, and Land Of Confusion by Genesis.

[@candylovejoy9805]

I love their version of “Land of Confusion”. I’m going to go listen to “shout” now.

[@meganmangold1074]

The best remake of a song ever..I love that music can bring everyone together ❤️ wonderful guys!

[@daciajcksn]

I absolutely love the way y'all don't interrupt when he's singing this amazing song. It's so much better that way...

[@janeventsias5293]

I just retired from education as well and totally love your enthusiasm and curiosity...and finding good things to do with that phone!! It was difficult watching kids on their phones rather than interacting and this breakdown kind of says it all. Wow! Good on you guys!

[@EvasNan2020]

This always gives me goosebumps, I remember the first time I heard it, I was blown away, it still blows me away...

[@AO-po8kc]

I really appreciate you guys trying to find the meaning and lyrics …great reactors

[@horse6901]

The song is about people's inability to effectively communicate and emotionally reach each other. This video is great...and at the end shows the musicians crossing the void to reach the masses of people on the other shore. The voice of David is amazing !

[@amyhovater6740]

I love that you, save one of you, don't understand the song. It takes such deep and sorrowful thinking to catch it and understand. I'm also really happy one of you do understand, emotional intelligence in this world is nearly unattainable but requires a deep understanding of togetherness to fully grasp. I would like to add that I've never made it through this song without feeling the pain of silence, until now, so thank you for that. Thank you for allowing that!

[@shannonwhitemarsh4831]

My husband LOVED music. The last song that he brought to my family was this song. I will never forget.

[@davidlee3138]

This song was written in 1963 Think about that Its more relavant today then when it was written but they somehow knew where it was leading. Look around your city at the neon lights Im glad yall circled back to hear with new ears. 👊✌️❤️🤙 Its about our disconnection from nature or the natural state of life Which doesnt just mean going on hikes or camping or tree hugging its way more then that. Your biology is the earth just as the dirt or water etc... Your body isnt a surface ornamant your body is the earth it is life it is nature We have seperayed ourselves from this

[@magnificentmuttley154]

Excellent observation. At least 7 generations of my scottish farmer ascendants knew this, & countless generations of cherokees who married into that same family tree. At least those scotsmen were a type of white man more concerned with being good custodians of the soil, the crops, & domestic animals than the sadly all too common whites who worshipped money, putting it & land acqusition first in life above all else Its in my bones. Goes all goes all the way back to the first grade: 'What is it inside so many of my classmates & teachers that makes them so restless, discontent, angry? Dont we make this world the way it is by what we do everyday? Why do they mistreat each other, when they dont have to?' At 7 years old I didnt have the vocabulary to express that so precisely, of course. But in that wordless way of childhood, thats exactly what I thought

[@sunshynff]

@@magnificentmuttley154 ...You have a little too much haggis for supper, WTF are ya going on about? And what does it have to do with this song?

[@magnificentmuttley154]

@@sunshynff If & when you re-establish your inborn connection to the natural world, & learn how this artificial world has weakened your connection to nature- - only then will you understand The mutual commonalities between the song & what Ive explained are beyond your depth right now. It takes firsthand life experience you dont yet have to understand these. Such things are neither of concern nor consequence to you. At your age you just want to have fun. So go have fun. Just enjoy life & forget about this "heavy stuff" 👌Nice try with haggis. Never ate it *EDIT:* ​ *@Sunshyn ☼ Γƒƒ 's* comment for which this is my logical response is withdrawn. In that comment he used verbiage such as "dont be such a c***," & "if you can get over me busting your balls a bit we could have a meaningful discussion" Well, I dont respond kindly to vulgarity, & I could see right away that he looked down at me as a weakling, therefore identifying himself as an egocentric & somewhat a sociopathic bully Package it in the finest velvety verbal caprices & graces, or cover in in the most ridiculous bizantine intellectualizing with the same old tactics of feigned logical dismemberment of my assertions & truths, denials, & transpositions/ finger-pointing. Its all the same old worn out schoolyard BS. Its just made to appear differently

[@sunshynff]

@@magnificentmuttley154 ....Listen son, I'm quite confident I have more firsthand life experience under my belt than most that wonder about on this mote of dust suspended in a sun beam, and probably forgotten more of life's ups n downs than the sum total of all your experiences. I have seen joyous wonders with my own eyes that I could not find the verbiage to explain if I lived to be as old as the hills, and I have seen, and sleep with at times, visions of human suffering that I would not wish on my most hated of enemies. Now, if you could possibly quit being a cunt, and shed the thin skin and get over me bustin' yer balls, and see my point of thinking your lavish vocabulary and over the top dramatic explanation of your take on this song did not draw the admiration or have the effect you desired from other posters, and most likely confused them, maybe we could have a proper discussion about this shared realm of reality we be sharing at the present time, and stop the perpetual negative discourse that is affecting the world today, which I am aware I am equally guilty of doing by parts of my above statement. In light of that, let me apologize for anything I stated in this or my previous comment that may seem offensive, that is how I learned to communicate from my family, and continued to embrace throughout my choice of career the past quarter of a century, something I am told is not physically or spiritually healthy for me going towards a setting sun and that I have begrudgingly agreed to work on.

[@magnificentmuttley154]

​*@Sunshyn ☼ Γƒƒ * My original reply was for the OC, not for you. And instead of starting out with mutual respect of two total strangers simply crossing paths, you introduce yourself to me with a teenage attitude of ridicule. Now you expect me to believe your mental age is larger than your shoe size, & have the unbridled arrogance to think I should care about your life experiences at all Here's constructive food for thought: I doubt you're humble enough to take anything to heart from a meaningless stranger like me, anyway. So why waste time conversing? If you didnt want someone on youtube to listen to opinions so generously offered to lesser men from your infinite reservoir of wisdom, you wouldnt've butted in. You are being self-assuming & rude. And because of your arrogance, youll be the first to deny that this is true. Prove me wrong So, does anyone honestly have the time to wait through another 25 years for your mental attitude to improve? Farewell & goodbye! 👋 *EDIT:* The comment to which this logical response is meant was withdrawn by *@Sunshyn ☼ Γƒƒ *

[@annkarin5732]

You guys did a great job with this one. Not everybody understands what this song is all about. Thank you. Ann from Norway

[@jillgambone8316]

You guys gave the best interpretation of this song. You did your homework. Much more intelligent than the many I have heard. And I have heard Hundreds of times! You are great!

[@MrKraeg]

This song can be interpreted so many ways. I feel like it has taken on yet another aspect because of smartphones. Walk into any restaurant and you'll see a family sitting there all staring at their phones and not talking to one another. Thing is this song was originally written long before the first cell phone

[@sunshynff]

Yeah, but Paul didn't even mean for it to resonate with people that much, he just wanted to impress girls with something deep, but he has stated that he loves that people get different meaning out of it.

[@richardavery4692]

Read '1984' & then listen to it again. Creeps me out when I look at the world these days.

[@velvetjoyvanderslice9213]

❤ Gentleman, this Reaction may be one of your best! Y’all seek out the meaning behind the music and respect and appreciate it! Take care 😊

[@Carmangeddon]

This episode you guys have done has got to be my favorite Ive seen you do so far.

[@MommaOsoIrish67]

Ross, I love seeing how this version moved you! And you nailed it, the silence(our inability to speak out, communicate, the false idolatry) spreads like a cancer, leads to our own demise.

[@diegoluna2549]

This is one of the disturbed songs that many have heard. And finally you guys have reacted. This is a song that transmits more pain and loss of a person for whom he has fought, and ends up ending... through his own whims or inserts. It's really a song to go through in a moment of crisis!👍👍🙏🙏

[@jamesbondbond8388]

This isn´t a Disturbed song !!!!!!!!!!

[@jamesbondbond8388]

This isn´t a Disturbed song !!!!! this is a great cover !!!!!

[@magnificentmuttley154]

"This is a song that transmits more pain and loss of a person for whom he has fought, and ends up *ending" Do you realize what youre saying? That your interpretation is a man lamenting the pains & struggles of fighting for someone, but *kills* that person in the end. If this is NOT your intended msg, I respectfully suggest you correct your writing right away

[@lindakessler8768]

Makes us realize how more meaningful these words are today. 👍❤🤙

[@tylawrence7857]

It was cool watching how you all could feel the music and the words. The gentleman in the back with the green hat could really feel it. Thanks for sharing