DISTURBED “THE SOUND OF SILENCE” | REACTION

[@debbiemiller1519]

This cover can not be matched!! Disturbed shakes your soul on this one!! perfection!!

[@lagodifuoco313]

Best cover ever. EPIC Pentatonics is good. But Disturbed owns this now.

[@TJ-di1iq]

This is called raw talent. No autotune. Perfection.

[@debbieowen8366]

What a range - what soft texture to that raspy power - that touches a lot of levels of emotion

[@cbrend22]

My favorite cover of all time, truly world class vocals and an amazing arrangement. Everything the song could have been…he found it! You should also react to Sam Cieri’s AGT audition, amazing.

[@glennclarke4239]

What do you say about perfection ... except it was perfection, it was even applauded by Paul Simon. This song was written to be found one day by David Draiman. Wonderful man, keep on keepin' on. Blessings

[@SuperYova]

This is the greatest cover of a song I've ever heard. They honor the original melody but make it their own.

[@moodybluesgurl]

I love the raw, deep grittiness he brings to the song..paul simon said he really loved this cover..

[@stephenrottschaefer4585]

Allison Krause when you say nothing at all.. 2best

[@luisrosa7772]

the other is Hurt that Johnny Cash covered 9 inch nails. Trent R says that Johnny made it his and that he would not sign this song as it now belonged to Johnny Cash.

[@bernardshakey2609]

@@luisrosa7772 actually...Trent hated the idea. He saw the video and that changed his mind. But he didn't like the original thought of someone doing one of his most personal songs

[@debistover7718]

Agree 100%!!

[@peacetoyou63]

Fifty-Five years later and this song is more relevant than ever!

[@CSorglos]

Sad to see, but true...

[@victoriachism4741]

And Pentatonix version was more hopeful. What a powerful song.

[@valkyrie1066]

It's been that long? OMG.....I just noticed the grey hair and wrinkles. DAMN. I'm old. I remember being filled with awe when I first heard the original, moving and poignant. This version blows me away!

[@garyscandle]

Yes mam it is. Everyone should understand what this song means.

[@obnxsdonky9394]

fuck you

[@jimcrandell7763]

I love your way of expressing thoughts in bubbles instead of constantly pausing it. Well done!

[@sandbach7195]

yes!!!

[@theConquerersMama]

Definitely

[@eyesonheaven4765]

Very clever. Like this guy.

[@latentgamer5762]

Only issue is he can't monetize like that. =(

[@elenisalony2460]

Holy Jesus I have chills .... what a voice

[@andybrown6551]

This was my dad's favorite song. I'd catch him listening to it on repeat. And yes, this version. So we played it at his funeral before the actual ceremony started. Still makes me cry every time I hear it.

[@karlsmith2570]

My condolences for your father's passing I'll admit that your dad had great taste in music

[@Zamppa86]

I know exactly what you are feeling. I had to bury my own father when he wasn't even 53 years old yet. There would have been and would be so many songs to play for his memory and hearing those even after a decade of his passing still tear my soul often.

[@raven720]

Sorry for your loss. I tell my wife all the time that I want this song to be played at my funeral

[@jeffreymartinez8028]

Damn I felt this. ♥

[@andrewbull3537]

Andy brown,.....my heart goes out to you , i am not religious but may your dad find eternal peace where ever he is . Take care brother,take care.

[@shawneedalegrimm9728]

Disturbed!! I'm 73 years old and this song (Sound of Silence) from this group, has just showed up to me. I can't get away from it now. This guy can "sang!" Everything about the entire arrangement is beautiful. Anyone doing a critique has the same shock I had when hearing it for the first time. I'm grateful it came to me, though I can't recall how it did so. It's a song that was well known from the 60's and was a favorite of mine though now I'm touched even more by the version from the group Disturbed. Now I can't wait to get into them more. Thank you!!

[@HarrisonLansing]

Simon and Garfunkel's version was a warning. Disturbed's version is rage because the warning was ignored.

[@Oldclimber1]

Nice !!!

[@magesentron]

THIS!!!

[@allanjones1680]

well said

[@sillililli01]

Brilliant!

[@sergioomar9090]

Perfect

[@tracys4161]

David Draiman has otherworldly vocal range. Just incredible.

[@Kyle-cb8xv]

Agreed but i think i am more impressed with the control he has of his voice its insane

[@aeris1963]

He has a very wide range but he cannot beat Freddie's Mercury's range. Freddie had 8 octaves.

[@julien2231]

Hes got good range, but otherworldy? Cmon its an exageration.

[@xGoodOldSmurfehx]

David certainly has a rather unique voice, it can easily be recognized and his vocals are really hard to reproduce because hes just one of THESE singers however saying his voice is otherworldly is exaggeration, Chester Bennington had an otherworldly voice and so did Freddie Mercury but David just doesnt have you ever heard how many octaves and how many vocal chords people like Chester and Freddie had? it was truly ridiculous Chester literally had 2 different vocal chords in his voice and he could easily either hit a very strong octave or one of the softest octaves i have ever heard in music and he could do that at will instantly and i dont think i need to explain Freddie's unreal chord if you really require a sample as an example, listen to One Step Closer, Runaway or Forgotten by Linkin Park

[@darklordixor]

@@xGoodOldSmurfehx Mike Patton and Chris Cornell as well.

[@evansart1]

Jamal, I'm 62 yrs. old and had never in my life been to a concert. My husband's company had 4 tickets to see Disturbed in concert a few years back. I was thrilled to go and see Dave Draiman perform this song. I had to sit through lots of heavy metal (with my earplugs in) to finally see him do this song. On a hot and humid night in August with fire pyrotechnics all around him, Dave gave the best rendition of this awesome song. I was covered in goosebumps the whole time. I loved seeing your reaction to this! Truly a work of music artistry at it's finest!!!

[@rozequinn1519]

I've probably watched 10-15 reactions to this version by disturb. I never get tired of the reaction. The surprise on the faces the awe. Every reaction, that I've watched, goes the same way. When video is over....a loss for words...I LOVE IT!

[@withoutmalice9844]

The true power of music in its rawest form and he was sick during this one lol. It was not a performance but an experience, a moment.

[@Enjoymentboy]

This is one of those rare covers that utterly and completely surpasses the original. Simply beautiful.

[@ErinBujalski]

Draimans voice is amazing. The first time I heard this, I was crying like a baby. This was one of my mom's favorite songs, and I absolutely adore Disturbed. He did it justice. I just wish she was alive to hear it.

[@ruthiewohlforth5464]

David Draiman...a voice to die for. A powerful yet soulful voice that can go from warm baritone to angelic tenor, from clear as a crystal to rasp/distortion and back on a dime. He has a timbre in his voice that I've never heard before.....just hauntingly beautiful and pure tonal properties to it! An awesome talent and obvious training to deliver what he does!! Can sing like an angel or the devil ! Loved your reaction and your take on David's performance Jamel or Jamal....lol. Good job! Try "Deceiver", "The Night", "Indestructible", "The Light" and "Violence Fetish" by Disturbed too.

[@sheenahobbs2360]

Much as I love Simon & Garfunkel’s version the first time I heard Disturbed’s cover the blew the original right out of the water for me. The power in this song is unbelievable, I can understand why Simon cried. I hope everyone’s seen the official video of Disturbed’s version - very very evocative and thought provoking. Magic!

[@chrissieanderson9771]

That amazing performance and David is sitting down..that power and emotion and range and he is sitting down...AMAZING!!

[@TODDFINK1]

I couldn't imagine what it felt like to here that live in that audience. They hit the jackpot on that!

[@Navygrl58]

Chills every single time I hear this version with my jaw on the floor! Wow!👍👍

[@simplyimpish1055]

I just love this version, his voice brings tears to my eyes

[@lisae256]

I have always loved Simon & Garfunkel;; I grew up with them. But, Disturbed blows this song away!! It was fun to watch your reaction as I had the same one the first time I stumbled across this song. I was awestruck!

[@Jedi4Life-u5y]

This song, and the way David Draiman sings it, seems to perfectly capture the current pain and despair that many Americans are feeling right now as the silence from policy makers is deafening .

[@jameshobbs1460]

the best way to know if someone is truly enjoying and is captivated by the music.. is not by the bobbing head.. nor the tapping feet.. it is... as you did... simply sit in silence so the magic stays with you.. ending with a simple... wow... and a deep breath! Excellent reaction.. well done!

[@Rosannasfriend]

Wow! This rendition still hits me in the feels. Nothing else is as powerful or haunting.

[@jamelakajamal]

Yes Amazing 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@freeflyer6170]

How can you not be floored……thank you, thank you, thank you…….the musicians, artist and creative people are the only reason I can survive living in this world.

[@bloodgod9239]

I watch reactions of this particular version, not to watch the song again, and again, and again. But to see their facial expressions.

[@jamelakajamal]

SO DAMN GOOD!!

[@bloodgod9239]

@@jamelakajamal I loved your :o when you heard his growl.

[@jamelakajamal]

👍🏾

[@amythechocoholic5761]

This song generates record amounts of stankface 😂

[@debbytomlinson9970]

I'm 48 years old and listened to this song for the first time 2 nights ago. I was undone by this, the beauty of it. I was crying !!

[@waynemitchel212]

Great song... incredible band and musicians.... great voice...... great reaction...Jamel....... thank you !!!!

[@ShawolOT5]

Believe it or not, he was sick during this performance. He’s a classicly trained singer with an amazing voice.

[@ShawolOT5]

Gives me full-body chills every time I hear it. Bonus-Tim Foust of Home Free and Peter Hollens covered this brilliantly.

[@jamelakajamal]

😲WOW!!

[@tommyechoes3520]

Seeing how is so well classical trained and ive ben listening to this guy since i was a little kid with disturbed, beeing abit ill i think makes him even better with even graspier voice. He has such a awesome voice and are so good at what it does so i think it just gives it a mix :D

[@CrimFerret]

For the album version he hadn't planned to record anymore that day and had gotten a bit baked on weed. The sound engineer played the opening piano riff and he then spent the next three hours at the mic recording different versions to get the final one that was used.

[@Rikodesinko]

Maybe why they used Auto-Tune?

[@nyneeveanya8861]

Going to watch more of you videos. You respected the song and musician by watching then commenting. A song cannot be truly absorbed by the listener if they keep interrupting it.❤️❤️⭐️⭐️

[@Hatti422]

David was trained as a cantor for his synagogue. He has an amazing range.

[@timbrom]

I believe the correct term is hazzan. Just FYI.

[@Josh86_559]

Got to see Disturbed 4x live and never disappointed ! David Draiman voice live really is incredible ! Still one of the best concerts I've ever seen

[@psmguy63]

Your gentle appreciation for the music of my growing up years touches my heart. I feel the goodness of the human you are. Humbled by your experience shared musically. Thank you.

[@deco9863]

Great reaction! I could tell it touched your soul. This guy just took this song to a different level. One of top three live performances of all-time. Peace.....

[@sharonjohnston4806]

I’m so glad you watched this live performance on Conan. To me, it’s so much better than their video. David is amazing! I loved your reaction. Also, David supposedly had the flu when he did this and still nailed it!

[@Kylie-tl1wo]

Good job with showing your thoughts. He did this very well. Absolutely did the song justice. It still amazes me that the entire band was so good when they started.

[@pagevaughn9194]

This song take your breath away! While watching you become speechless, not to many songs can do that, plus a powerful message.

[@scottdavidson7001]

The song STUNS EVERONE....TAKES U PLACES Emotionally and Spiritually that u cannot explain. NO NUDITY. NO OFFENSIVE LANGUAGE OR GESTURES. YOU ARE JUST STUNNED!!!

[@lhoffman4]

love this song. so amazing coming out of such a band with a hard rock background

[@robertgardner536]

awesome brother! brought this 70 year old man to tears! thank you for this video!!!! thank you!!

[@jesselobo3213]

I started playing "The Sound of Silence" in 1976 or 1977. I was scouring my dad's album collection for something new to listen to and I came across A Simon and Garfunkel album "The Sounds of Silence". Paul Simon had a pretty big hit around that time called "50 Ways to Leave Your Lover" which I liked, so I thought I would give the album a listen. I was immediately dumbstruck by "The Sound of Silence". All I remember is that I kept playing the song over and over on a continuous loop. In those days vinyl albums were the primary media form for music. I probably ruined the needle on the turntable by my continuous restarting of the song. The song spoke to me, although at that tender age I had only a minor understanding of the significant lyrics of the song. This song was written the year of my birth so it has always had a special place in my heart. Now more than ever the relevance, cultural significance and importance of this song cannot be overstated. I finally heard "Disturbed 's" version through you "J aka J" and it was powerful. Thanks for another ride down memory lane.

[@johnoliva5153]

Wonderful rendition.His voice is great.

[@aleckelsey2663]

I know you did this a year ago but watching this just now was gold. Hearing this blew my mind too, and I've listened to disturbed since the beginning. Powerful piece of music and a powerful message, but this made me feel it in my soul.

[@jaymehanousek8326]

Very few songs give me chills but this cover does every time!!! It's my favorite!!!

[@HodZ77]

I absolutely love how you roll through the song without pausing it. Your reactions are genuine and I greatly appreciate your thoughts. You, my friend have a new sub!

[@lauraaustin1998]

Loved your reaction and the thought bubbles. This song is incredible. It was incredible when Simon and Garfunkel did it in their folk rock way and it is incredible with David Draiman giving it the power. We should listen to the words.

[@karencradic3727]

He was a cantor, singing Jewish prayers and he is classical trained

[@davidstuber9366]

One of my favorite performances of all time ! So many awesome aspects from the voice, piano, strings, drums and lighting -- Awesome

[@annsteiger3531]

Singer David Draiman said it was the most powerful and heart wrenching set of vocals he's recorded. You can feel it. Amazing!!! Simply amazing performance!! I get more from it every time I hear it.

[@blameitonthepixie]

I noticed you didn't pause the video, the disturbed video is that good! I'm so happy that you are doing this channel. It makes me happy to see good music be appreciated for what it is.

[@irishgrl]

I can’t say how happy I am to see the current trend of cross-cultural reactions. I myself have listened to music from all over the world all my life, but not many of my friends branched out, and I suspect a lot of folks never branched out. But that seems to be changing now, and ppl are being exposed to (and ENJOYING) music from other cultures and I love the trend. Keep up the good work!

[@jamelakajamal]

Changing my life one song at a time 🙌🏾

[@shawnj1966]

I'm like that as well. I enjoy so many different genres of music. There is so much out there to be appreciated if people can just give it a chance!

[@saemikneu]

but seems to more of a "Western" point of view. I grew up also listening to African, Arabian/Middle Eastern and Latin folk songs. Also, classical music - yeah, what a blend :D

[@maijaliepa119]

irishgrl : SAME HERE - i have always LOVED MUSIC FROM EVERYWHERE. Soooo glad to find this channel, just yesterday... ThankYou♥️💃♥️💃♥️💃♥️🕺♥️🕺♥️🌎🙋‍♀️

[@_Cato_]

saemikneu Uh, no, world music is more widely appreciated than ever. K-Pop, Bosanova, African, etc. I'm not sure what you're trying to say.

[@monaguedon7656]

This song gives me a viserole feeling in my gut !! From what it looked like you got the same feeling listening to his powerful voice ! I've been with you for awhile and can't remember any other reaction of yours where you didn't stop in the middle of the song ! Love their version of this song ! Especially this specific live performance !! Definetley my favorite !!!

[@Nerdistmaximus]

And he had the flu and a fever during that performance. Amazing.

[@debistover7718]

Love, love love David and his vocal range and talent! Your reaction is genuine!

[@larryd4352]

You need to listen to "The Light" by Disturbed! It is an awesome song about never giving up on yourself. As a person who has experienced life altering injuries...part of me rose up on the inside and gave me the strength to not give up. I am 62 years old and being disabled has never been easy...but I have refused to give up...no matter what!

[@bethannprather1462]

It is wonderful to watch another human who is affected by music like I am... React to that song. Not only the song, but his voice and the instruments. I can see that music truly touches you... Not everyone is like that. I hope you continue on this journey... It's amazing.

[@Hagenu-bp5ib]

Charisma,voice,power and talent. Gorgeous blend!

[@jamelakajamal]

Yes indeed🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@Mon67ica]

This song is such a warning! I can’t listen to it enough. He is absolutely AMAZING!

[@halfrutter2226]

A great song and singer, wonderful. Perfect music and interpretation. Great. A 65 year old white lady and a much younger black man having the same reaction....AWESOME!!! 👌😘

[@Tijuanabill]

So much love for this....amazing....the love for the song overlaps with the love of performing it.

[@EbizzerHH]

For me the deepest and best low voice ever heard and such a great singer and performer! Gotta love that! ;)

[@jamelakajamal]

👍🏾

[@jamielynn767]

ECLECTIC TO THE MAX!!!! INCREDIBLE...JUST ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@markjenkins3369]

Draimen is absolutely God sent. He is a master of his art and is always looking to improve. He had a one shot album while Disturbed was on hiatus called Device where he did a cover with Lizzy Hale (a bada$$ in her own right) of "If I close my eyes forever" check it out!

[@jamelakajamal]

👍🏾

[@lorih9218]

That is a great album and the cover is wicked! I don't think a lot of people know of Device but it's good stuff! David could sing the ABC's and it would be awesome lol.

[@JustDavidK]

I was so blown way by this performance too when I first saw it. My jaws dropped in awe just like you did towards the end.

[@km6344]

AWESOME! I am glad you listened all the way through without pausing! Ohhh I hate when people pause throughout a song,, ruins the true reaction and the flow of the song! But I was really diggin the cloud bubbles you have in your video! I liked your video and reaction! Thank you!!

[@saralindley4079]

I have never heard this song done so well. Very emotional and moving. The singer truly brought to life the beauty and the disturbing truth of the words written by Paul Simon.

[@bmosley62]

What a voice! Never heard of him before, another goose bump song, like good church service. thanks & luv u dude. Wow! Beautiful!

[@jamelakajamal]

So good🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@patk3601]

One of my most favorite bands! Love Disturbed! I grew up with 70s music. Today's metal is way better.

[@kbh4bratz]

🙌Yes!! Soak it in man lol His voice is stunningly beautiful, The video to this is almost haunting, it's definitely a must see!

[@lumiere7216]

Yes, so emotional and beautiful at the same time

[@bobthebear1246]

It IS haunting.

[@maryannprzybycien2013]

I get goosebumps every time I hear this version. Best cover of all time. ❤️

[@ellienesmith4016]

He's amazing! He had the flu and still sang like this!!

[@waynealtmanstorytime]

That was a pure reaction!!! I have listened to this song at least 500 times and I am still shook from it every time. Dude is a BEAST... You do excellent reaction videos Jamel keep them coming. Do Depeche Mode "It's No Good" OR "Wrong" I would love to see what you think.

[@emilyrainwater7691]

The original is one of my favorite songs and when I heard this for the first time I was brought to tears and had goosebumps because it was so hauntingly beautiful

[@frances3254]

After listening to tons of reviews I've lost track of how many 'WOWS' there've been. Loss for words. thank you

[@britz3864]

Loved your reaction and the thought bubbles. Novel way to just enjoy the performance without talking. Thanks.

[@jamelakajamal]

Thank You🙏🏾

[@Senoj13]

WHAT POWER !!!!!!!! AND CONTROL, SIMPLY AMAZING , WOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@roee7335]

Your reaction was so real and you can tell you let the music speak to your soul... Thank you for this

[@jamelakajamal]

Thanks I could feel the passion🙏🏾

[@roee7335]

@@jamelakajamal I've watched quite a few reaction videos from several others and I can say without a doubt, I enjoy yours the most, because they're real, honest reactions. Thank you!

[@gailsgig]

One of my absolutely favorite and DEEP SONGS!!L it is amazing!

[@williamgallagher2828]

Thank you So Much for NOT interrupting the music to comment, the captions were great, Your reaction was right-on, again, Thank You for sharing it for the rest of us! ReactOn from ChiTown...

[@jamelakajamal]

Thanks Will🙏🏾

[@cancerfour69er]

Wow what a Voice,and change pitch up and down was and made me teary..and yes them Drums made a great Song.x

[@richardbrown986]

The way he sings this song hits you in your feels . Woooooooh

[@skipbanks4fun1]

Hi Jamel What great review you just did.I watched this other lady do one and she just didn't get it not had the real true blue appreciation you just displayed. Thank you very much for digging this.......your WOW said it all.Not another word was needed. Have a great day, Skip

[@-R.Gray-]

This was a big hit for Simon and Garfunkel in1964. After seeing this performance Paul Simon E-Mailed the Disturbed singer his approval. You've heard 2 covers now; why not check out the original. ( I seem to have exceeded the limit for sending people links without Y.T. considering them spam for some reason so I won't)

[@jamelakajamal]

AMAZING!!!!

[@justyo96]

Paul Simon said that when someone told him about this cover he was doubtful, so he went and listened to it. By the end of the song, he said it had affected him so profoundly that he found himself in tears. That's the biggest compliment any musician can get when they pay tribute to another musician's work.

[@johndeeregreen4592]

@@justyo96, I'm a 6'5", 260lb tough guy and it hit me hard, too. The absolute emotional inflection David puts into this is on another level.

[@junglekimmy3611]

The original is pure gold

[@Floppy_Bacon]

This version of the song absolutely blew me away! Hauntingly Beautiful

[@DizzyDave43]

Disturbed is a great metal band! This cover was unlike their normal stuff. I think it’s the best cover of it! “Stupify” and “Down with a Sickness” are amazing songs by Disturbed. They started around 2000.

[@jamelakajamal]

👍🏾

[@JasonDawe]

Listen to their covers of Shout and also Land of Confusion

[@robinfox6256]

Disturbed DOWN WITH THE SICKNESS! One hell of a good song! David took lessons on how to do that growl without hurting his vocal cords. He is Classically trained and is a Cantor in the same Jewish Synagogue as his father. David Draiman is one of the most talented singers I’ve ever heard. As a trained Vocalist I recognize GREAT TALENT when I hear it! His emotions are evident in EVERY song he sings!

[@seanh7585]

I've heard this song dozens of times and I still get goosebumps

[@bonnieblue-blade7376]

One of the best covers I ever heard...🖤💙🖤 THE BEST...actually....no question

[@Eve_36963]

I love how it just put smile on your face. This song is incredible.

[@ericcrook5280]

Bro!! I love the honest reactions. I love you seeing the talents and music for how the artist wanted it to be experienced. I am glad I to am on this musical journey!! Thanks for the reactions bro its awesome!!

[@jimsmusic2171]

Truly one of the most inspiring, emotional and incredible singing performances I have ever heard.

[@brockcassidy6450]

The live concert performance is amazing! I work at a concert venue in my city, I'm a show runner and driver for the bands. His stage version, he's at the piano, sparks coming down from the rigging thru the entire song.

[@heavenwithin81]

His story is so inspiring. He literally went from helping his father run a nursing home. To working his butt off to get his band off the ground...TO THIS!

[@WanderingWriter]

And he has not one but like 3 or 4 college degrees 😳

[@juliedelaney4612]

David put his heart and his soul into the song. Made us feel what we already did but 10 times more. I bet you I watched over 100 reactions and I still feel like it's a first time. I hope David knows the Lord because I think he could be an angel singing for eternity for all of us to hear. It's like an opera and God like all in one

[@RainbowSheltie]

Yay! This is one of my favorite songs from Disturbed! Thanks for the react video! As for more Disturbed... Music Videos by Disturbed: The Vengeful One (one of my favorite songs) A Reason to Fight (emotional distress) Are You Ready (classic Disturbed; first single from their Evolution album that came out last year)

[@jamelakajamal]

Thanks hopefully no copyright issues 🙏🏾

[@bobthebear1246]

The most amazing cover version ever. Disturbed outdid themselves yet again.