Songwriter REACTS to Disturbed's The Sound of Silence (First Listen!) [Reaction]

[@carollittle1059]

Paul Simon said this is the best version he has heard of his song. And the darkness of the video helps relays the songs message. Which people still don't get.

[@loriloy7097]

Ditto!

[@gowdsake7103]

Totally agrees

[@billmafturack8189]

The video itself relays the story of resurrection of instruments and musicians carrying the music to the people ..

[@sunshynff]

Well since since Paul didn't really say that, I doubt you "get" what the song is about either.

[@lighthealerca]

YOUR SO RIGHT ONLY US WHO ARE WOKE

[@norm70]

Paul Simon actually handed over the baton to David Draiman by telling him that he now owns this song. What an incredible honor to have the original song writer bestow that honor upon you! Great reaction too!

[@markalbert9011]

Look into Elvis Presley's cover of "Bridge over troubled waters". Paul Simon had the same reaction back then too. He's a great songwriter who knows his limitations as a performer.

[@debbieschmidt2264]

This song is so popular because David puts his heart and soul into this song.

[@debbieschmidt2264]

Thank you David

[@Tracy-rf7ri]

Wow can he sing 🔥

[@pattyandersen5516]

Such an absolutely beautiful version of this song. It grabs your soul.

[@StephanieLangley-to6ph]

This is the best cover song ever

[@becksullivan4796]

This is a message from the past. As someone who was around for the original, I can hear this is more intense. It’s like, you didn’t listen before and now your here. How do you fix this?!

[@nancymerrillsayed7585]

Good for you! You caught the sound of silence where others missed it at the beginning.

[@nancymerrillsayed7585]

Thanks for posting, my friend.

[@Orbitalmercury]

Beautiful use of the sound of silence at the beginning as well as a short bit at the end before the last 2 words. Well if using headphones you can hear the sound faintly ringing in the quiet.

[@Kristina-jf4hd]

Yes! I’ve watched so many reactions to this and 99% start checking to make sure their volume is on.

[@Sfendo63]

Total masterpiece musicaly and visualy.

[@bonniecleveland3470]

Totally agree. I nearly fell out of my chair!!

[@kszatmary]

The music, the lyrics, the delivery---together they pierce human flesh and find their target deep in the soul. The language of the lyrics is 20th Century, but the message is very Old Testament.

[@dotwyness4110]

My favourite version of this song, im old enough to remember when it first came out in the 60s, but Disturbed by singing it slower made the words have more meaning for me. I also love their song Hold On To Memories

[@MattFarkas]

It's so good. 😭

[@terryherrick9784]

I am 72 and do remember the original that was whimsical compared to this one. I had never heard of Disturbed until this song, but now have gone back to listen to all of their other songs and even though I would never have listened to heavy metal, I am not a true fan of Disturbed and make my granddaughter proud. I believe that while some of their fans from their earlier years complain that they hate this side of Disturbed, they now have so many more fans because they had the courage to show how good they actually are. Showing their fun side is this one (kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJzEo3p5jtBsqpo) and I'm sure you remember the Chipmunks. Another great cover is Sting's Grammy winning "If Ever I Lose my Faith in You" which changes the original meaning of the song from a love song to something that is so important now with COVID. No one does a cover better than Disturbed.

[@kirstymackenzie2437]

Great that he listened to it all before commenting! Of course he loved David’s wow voice!! ❤

[@ThatGirl-ku5dq]

The resurrection of music and the arts.

[@DavidWilliams-nm5jv]

Simon and Garfunkel gave a warning we didn't heed... Disturbed is here to chastise us for ignoring it. Also highly recommend listening to the live version they performed on a late night show. It's an extra bit of awesome.

[@Starchild42]

Simon and Garfunkel...David was classically trained , his voice is wicked...Paul Simon heard this and told David that this was his song now, he was so impressed by his version...this song wasn't supposed to be played. They kind of put it in the trash...some director was doing a movie and heard this...he put it in his movie and it blew up, so they decided to do the song and turned out to be one of Simon and Garfunkels best song, tons of ppl covered it...one of the best cover was done by Pentatonix , I would recommend seeing that version!!

[@jayhallas8606]

excellent....most overlook "the sound of silence" at the beginning....kudos

[@mariajoannou9936]

Emotional and hauntingly beautiful

[@lynneprice2449]

I have heard the Sound of Silence many times before. This version you feel deep in your heart and soul not just your ears

[@SherPettit]

David has one of the most beautiful powerful voices ever. It’s haunting beautiful.

[@ruthiewohlforth5464]

David Draiman, an incredible voice!....powerful, controlled, haunting and can go from clear as a bell to vocal fry on a dime and back whenever he wants to. Most people wouldn't realize how incredible his voice is if they haven't heard this......since they are just used to his "metal" vocals. Amazing! If you want a more metal David...try "Dead Inside" with him doing vocals and Nita Strauss on guitar....what a collaboration! Liked your reaction a lot!

[@amethyst2112]

If you haven't already, watch the live Conan version. This is such a great visual version, the other just shows his raw talent. He had the flu in the Conan version and still nailed it!!

[@MattFarkas]

I'll check it out!

[@catofthecastle1681]

With a little auto tune correction!

[@roncypert8255]

@@MattFarkas It’s an amazing live performance!!

[@madonnahood3381]

Hold on to the memories is a beautiful song by Disturbed

[@mrsW-]

Disturbed also did a cover of Sting's 'If I ever loose my faith in you." It's another great cover. Honestly, with this song, you need to do this official music video and the performance on Conan. That performance is absolutely freaking epic. David was "down with the sickness" (ill, cold, flu, idk exactly) at the time but still gave the performance of a lifetime. Paul Simon saw the performance and shared it on his socials, a very unprecedented move by Simon. Draiman said that when he spoke to Paul, he absolutely loved it and was very complimentary. Enjoyed your reaction. I've probably watched more reactions to this song than anything else on KZbin.

[@retired5218]

I love that one too. ♥️

[@robertmcdonald1988]

I heard the reaso Disturbed did this song was because a DJ in L8s Angeles criticized David, saying "he couldnt carry a note if he had to, all he knows how to do is scream" he ended up apologizing after he heard this song.

[@gracielou4075]

Thank you for not stopping the video many times and not talking over it. I think it loses impact when that happens. I liked your review. ❤ I will watch more of them. Music hits me into my feels. I have a difficult time with symphonies and operas because they are overwhelming.

[@barbsterback]

Totally my favorite version of this song. I am not a metal fan but David has a voice that would melt butter. I even bought the CD with this on it and there are many on it I love. Surprised more than myself LOL

[@BickyFaye]

Same here. I bought the CD just for this song. Best version I think.

[@ShyAnn291]

Really? I’ve thought about buying it but I’m not a fan of metal either.

[@bonniecleveland3470]

I'm now a fan & will look into more of their music

[@sarahughes6452]

I’ve been a fan of Disturbed for a long time but never realized what an amazing voice David had until it was showcased here.

[@thomaserbsenzahler712]

This version gives the lyric the power and anger it deserves

[@dorothywestcott2408]

The original was by Simon and Garfunkel in the 60's. The whole Evolution album is awesome. "A Reason to Fight" & "Hold on to Memories" are great songs. The whole album is to bring awareness to drug addiction and suicide. Great reaction 👍

[@terryherrick9784]

And to hear the fun side of Disturbed, you have to listen to this. It will truly make you laugh. They are so great. kzbin.info/www/bejne/kJzEo3p5jtBsqpo

[@SparkyLu60]

Simon and Garfunkel recorded this in 1964, was written by Paul Simon and yes i'm old enough to remember when this song was released

[@jolenestanley9793]

This is a cover form Simon and Garfunkel, who owned this song in 1963. David Dramin from Disturbed sings a beautiful cover.

[@josephinesteele1338]

Very powerful!!! A standing Ovation every time!! Disturbed is 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@paultaylor9019]

I love the imagery at the end of the people on the boat taking the instruments across to the people with the sheet music.

[@ellienesmith4016]

My favorite ever, this version! Omg! I get chills, cry every time! AMAZING!!

[@jayneelangley9237]

Everytime I watch this video I’m extremely present to his voice and the video BUT at the same time I’m transported to somewhere higher but yet still very deep within my own feelings . It’s the most amazing cover I’ve ever heard . It’s a very powerful warning .

[@terryherrick9784]

Another great song they do a fantastic job with the cover is If I Ever Lose My Faith In You by Sting. Their original, "Hold on to Memories" will be sang at my funeral.

[@czkid54]

“Hello darkness, my old friend…” Everybody knows the iconic Simon & Garfunkel song, but do you know the amazing story behind the first line of The Sounds of Silence? It began 62 years ago, when Arthur “Art” Garfunkel, a Jewish kid from Queens, enrolled in Columbia University. During freshman orientation, Art met a student from Buffalo named Sandy Greenberg, and they immediately bonded over their shared passion for literature and music. Art and Sandy became roommates and best friends. With the idealism of youth, they promised to be there for each other no matter what. Soon after starting college, Sandy was struck by tragedy. His vision became blurry and although doctors diagnosed it as temporary conjunctivitis, the problem grew worse. Finally after seeing a specialist, Sandy received the devastating news that severe glaucoma was destroying his optic nerves. The young man with such a bright future would soon be completely blind. Sandy was devastated and fell into a deep depression. He gave up his dream of becoming a lawyer and moved back to Buffalo, where he worried about being a burden to his financially-struggling family. Consumed with shame and fear, Sandy cut off contact with his old friends, refusing to answer letters or return phone calls. Then suddenly, to Sandy’s shock, his buddy Art showed up at the front door. He was not going to allow his best friend to give up on life, so he bought a ticket and flew up to Buffalo unannounced. Art convinced Sandy to give college another go, and promised that he would be right by his side to make sure he didn’t fall - literally or figuratively. Art kept his promise, faithfully escorting Sandy around campus and effectively serving as his eyes. It was important to Art that even though Sandy had been plunged into a world of darkness, he should never feel alone. Art actually started calling himself “Darkness” to demonstrate his empathy with his friend. He’d say things like, “Darkness is going to read to you now.” Art organized his life around helping Sandy. One day, Art was guiding Sandy through crowded Grand Central Station when he suddenly said he had to go and left his friend alone and petrified. Sandy stumbled, bumped into people, and fell, cutting a gash in his shin. After a couple of hellish hours, Sandy finally got on the right subway train. After exiting the station at 116th street, Sandy bumped into someone who quickly apologized - and Sandy immediately recognized Art’s voice! Turned out his trusty friend had followed him the whole way home, making sure he was safe and giving him the priceless gift of independence. Sandy later said, “That moment was the spark that caused me to live a completely different life, without fear, without doubt. For that I am tremendously grateful to my friend.” Sandy graduated from Columbia and then earned graduate degrees at Harvard and Oxford. He married his high school sweetheart and became an extremely successful entrepreneur and philanthropist. While at Oxford, Sandy got a call from Art. This time Art was the one who needed help. He’d formed a folk rock duo with his high school pal Paul Simon, and they desperately needed $400 to record their first album. Sandy and his wife Sue had literally $404 in their bank account, but without hesitation Sandy gave his old friend what he needed. Art and Paul's first album was not a success, but one of the songs, The Sounds of Silence, became a #1 hit a year later. The opening line echoed the way Sandy always greeted Art. Simon & Garfunkel went on to become one of the most beloved musical acts in history. The two Columbia graduates, each of whom has added so much to the world in his own way, are still best friends. Art Garfunkel said that when he became friends with Sandy, “my real life emerged. I became a better guy in my own eyes, and began to see who I was - somebody who gives to a friend.” Sandy describes himself as “the luckiest man in the world.” Adapted from Sandy Greenberg’s memoir: “Hello Darkness, My Old Friend: How Daring Dreams and Unyielding Friendship Turned One Man’s Blindness into an Extraordinary Vision for Life."

[@philipgayudanok4525]

What a profoundly touching story of life!!! From the darkness to the blissful enjoyment of light!!!

[@vickijones3440]

Thank you so much for that! How amazing!

[@Chookwoman]

Wow...That is truely inspiring!! Thank you so much for posting that.

[@RissaFirecat]

This makes sense to me. Thank you for telling us about this.

[@pauladimarco9198]

Please react to their live performances on Conan. Absolutely brilliant..despite the fact that David was sick and had to sit for the performance!

[@eva1842]

:)yes,this song combined with his voice is perfect

[@KarenRichardson-g5e]

Originally written by Paul Simon and sung by Simon & Garfunkle in 1964.

[@auntiesocial3680]

I have been a fan of Disturbed from the start, so it was amazing to hear this softer side to them. But deciding to do a stripped back version was the right one for this song. It allowed them to use David's voice as the tool to build the intensity (and changing emotions - for me, it went from an isolated emptiness to full on anger ... with the instruments each adding their voice along the journey until the vocals and wall of sound are in unified rage ... then ending on a reflective sense of hope at the end). If you want to hear another Disturbed cover that also has an emotional journey, check out their cover of Sting's If I Ever Lose my Faith in You.

[@judythompson8227]

I just realized: a lot of people listening to this now weren't even born when this first appeared. i never weary of this.

[@melannefranks5525]

I love this song , never heard of the band before but utterly blown away to the point of putting it on repeat so many times

[@loisjohnson7272]

absolutely love this song by Disturbed, never knew just how talented this group was, wow , love them now

[@brucelachniet8698]

I worked there show in the early 2000 Ran spot

[@jeffreystanley7884]

I skimmed the comments and didn't notice this fact being mentioned but David's voice is considered on of the world's top 100 voices. He honed his skills training in Israel as a classical Cantor. His version is inspired and as much as Simon and Garfunkel's version was good this is ... well, great.

[@marysue8815]

Thank you for your comments, I loved your reaction to this cover, I am a child of the 60's when Simon & Garfunkel released the original in 1964 I was in high school, back then I considered it kind of country-ish, I liked it but the message didn't pierce the soul (okay so I'm 74). This cover by Disturbed along with the video is the BEST it touches your soul and really gets S&G message to the core of my being and many others too, goosebumps and tears every time. "Neon God" in the 60's TV the advancement of technology NOW there is so many more especially cell phones. Suggestion = The official video by Disturbed “Hold On To Memories” was released Jan 23rd 2020. “Hold on to Memories" is about not only honoring those we’ve lost, but also making the most of our time with those we still have. We are always touched by the stories you share regarding what this song means to you

[@carolynboone80]

I agree with Melly Lynn's comment. If you miss the harmonies, check out The Sound of Silence- Live in Houston ft Myles Kennedy version. (The link is on Disturbed's KZbin page. It's an official video as they included it on the Evolution album).

[@MattFarkas]

Ooh, okay cool! I'll definitely check it out!

[@nobodyshome]

I disagree... Myles sucks

[@billtroxell2148]

yeah, they put the emotions into it, that was lacking from S&G version. So it was a home run for me when I first heard it, I couldn't see David doing this, until he did it. Wow, did he do it, ha

[@raymondszymborski5468]

Enjoyed ur reaction, Disturbed nailed this one, they do a great cover of Sting's If I ever lose my faith in you, The Light is one of my Favs from them, Stricken is my fav and you probably heard that one.

[@Lily_Samson]

Disturbed’s version hits all your musical senses…You see it, feel it, and hear it all in a powerful crescendo into finally uniting the music with the musicians…Brilliant! Thanks for your well felt reaction, but most of all for NOT pausing the video!! I love watching reaction videos of songs that move my soul…However, this cover by ‘Disturbed’ is always stopped for reaction just as it’s building to a new level…99% of male reactors do this, and I have to be honest and descriptive here (wives will understand what I mean🫢)… It’s like the act of physical love being expressed and you are in a rhythmic flow toward a beautiful climax and suddenly… your 6 yo. is knocking on the bedroom door…🙄🫤 Thanks for your beautiful reaction… 🦋Lily🦋

[@MattFarkas]

Well, I'm glad I didn't interrupt your flow! 😅

[@Lily_Samson]

😆 🫢 🥰 I left out that your keene artistic abilities leant to your perception of the initial ‘sound of silence’… Blessings friend… 🦋Lily🦋

[@janhall5659]

Absolutely love his version and his voice.I have played it 10 times at least.

[@annhutton5651]

Brilliant song!

[@GrannyLinda]

When he sang this on CONAN, that is the best one, try it, I think you might like it :)

[@myphone4590]

He went full-on metal with pure acoustic backing including what sounded like a mandolin, and it _worked_.

[@randy7831]

check out the live version on the Conan show

[@Melly01]

There's a version floating around with him and Myles Kennedy singing the harmonies together. It's not particularly my favorite, but a lot of people love it. David has classical training as a Jewish cantor, which is where his musicality, foundation and unique tone come from. Once you know that, you can't help but hear it in pretty much everything they do, even in heavily distorted songs. As to the musicality of the band, go back to the syncopation and time signatures in, "Down With The Sickness" and listen with the ear of a musician. If you're looking for more on this end of the spectrum, try "A Reason To Fight," "Hold Onto Memories," "If I Ever Lose My Faith In You," (cover of the Sting song). I like the video versions since many have this same artistic flair. On the heavier side, "Are You Ready?" "Indestructible," "No More." And an incredibly powerful, but brutally graphic video about suicide, "Inside The Fire," which was inspired by a real event in David's life. Love me some Disturbed! They are unique!

[@nobodyshome]

IMHO... Myles sucks and almost ruins the performance you refer to... just listen to the Conan version to see the emotion of the greatest cover of all time

[@Melly01]

@@nobodyshome I agree, actually. So many think it's amazing, but while the harmonizing notes are there, I don't think their voices blend all that well together, they're not really in sync and it feels like David has to compete in volume for the melody to be heard, which pushes the vibe in another direction. It sounds better if you listen to what I think is the same performance, but touched up by the studio, probably balancing the volume a bit. I do know others go crazy for it, though, just not really my thing. I figured it was just me. We can start a club. Lol 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@JedemPoKucama]

@@nobodyshome interesting..to me Myles makes it even more haunting with his crazy high harmonies..but to each their own I guess

[@rhonda5056]

Nice review. Thank you. Disturbed's version of Simon & Garfunkel's original is the best. Anyone who ever tries to come up behind Disturbed should consider waiting a couple of centuries. Glad you found this version. Hold on to Memories is beautiful and should be an anthem for families.

[@michelleormay9226]

THANK YOU FOR YOUR REACTION, THE FIRST TIMEVI HEARD THIS SONG I GOT GOOOOSEBUMPS AND A TEAR ROLLING DOWN MY CHEEK BECAUSE DAVID GRABS YOUR SOUL PULLS IT OUT HOLDS IT IN HIS HANDS AND MAKES YOU TAKE NOTICE OF WHAT HE IS SINGING AND THEN GENTALLY PUTS IT BACK IN AND LEAVES YOU SPEECHLESS BECAUSE HE SINGS WITH SO MUCH EMPATHY AND EMPOWERMENT THAT YOU ARE DRAWN INTO THE MOMENT AND EMOTIONS ARE STIRED. YES THE ORIGINAL WAS AROUND 60YRS AGO, AS MENTIONED WAS WRITTEN AND SUNG BY SIMON AND GARFUNKEL IN RELATION TO TECHNOLOGY STARTING TO TAKE OVER HUMANITY ESPECIALLY THE TELEPHONE AND THE B&W TV AS INSTEAD OF INTERACTING WITH EACHOTHER, PEOPLE WHERE ICOLATING THEMSELF AND WAS LOOSING CONTACT AND FAITH IN THE OUTSIDE WORLD BECAUSE HUMANITY MATTERS LIKE WAR, FAMINE, HOMELESSNESS,JOBLESSNESS,CLIMATECHANGE, HABITAT DISTRUCTION INCLUDING FAMILY SEPERATION ETC ETC ETC WAS BEEN IGNORED AND WHEN SPORT WAS SHOWN ON SUNDAY'S ON THE TV PEOPLE STOPPED GOING TO CHURCH AND STARTED TO BECOME A ME ME ME SOCIETY SO SIMON AND GARFUNKEL'S SONG WAS A WARNING ABOUT WHERE HUMANITY WAS HEADING AND 60YRS ON....... DISTURBED'S COVER IS A WTF HUMANITY YOU DIDN'T LISTEN THE FIRST TIME AND NOW THIS IS OUR LAST CHANCE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO SAVE OUR WORLD AS WE STILL HAVE THE SAME ISSUES BUT WE HAVE BECOME SO DEPENDENT ON TECHNOLOGY (LIKE ME POSTING THIS COMMENT) WE ALL HAVE A MOBILE PHONE, TABLET, LAPTOPS ETC AND OUR LIVES ARE SO STRUCTURED THAT WE STILL ARE A MORE ME ME ME SOCIETY AND WE NEED TO GO BACK TO BASICS AND LOOK AT THE BIGGER PICTURE (HUMANITY, EARTH AND ALL THAT LIVES ON IT) AND HOW WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO ONE PERSON ONE ANIMAL ONE HABITAT ONE DAY AT A TIME BECAUSE WE ONLY HAVE ONE LIFE ONE WORLD AND ONE CHANCE TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE SO MAYBE WE NEED TO LOOK AT OURSELVES AND MAKE A CHANGE TO HOW WE USE OUR TECHNOLOGY AND RECONNECT EVEN IF WE NEED TO START PRAYING, GOING TO CHURCH, VOLUNTEERING WHATEVER IT TAKES TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE BECAUSE OUR WORLD DEPENDS ON IT AND WE ALL HAVE A GIFT AND WE CAN ALL MAKE A DIFFERENCE IF WE TRY LIFE......... IT'S WORTH FIGHTING FOR PLEASE SEE DISTURBED'S OTHER SONGS LIKE "A REASON TO FIGHT", "HOLD ONTO YOUR MEMORIES" AND EVEN DOWN WITH THE SICKNESS ESPECIALLY NOW BECAUSE OF CV19 AND ISOLATION LETS STAND UP PUT DOWN OUR TECHNOLOGY AND GO MAKE A DIFFERENCE BECAUSE YOU/WE CAN :);):) ALSO PAUL SIMON (ORIGINAL SONGWRITER) WAS SO IMPRESSED WITH THIS COVER BUT ESPECIALLY THE LIVE PREFORMANCE ON CONAN THAT HE CONTACT DAVID AND TOLD HIM THAT DISTURBED OWNED THE SONG NOW AND THAT THIS WAS THE WAY HE WANTED THIS SONG TO BE BETRAYED/SUNG AS A WARNING, HE ALSO ADDED IT TO HIS PLAYLIST WOW WHAT A BEAUTIFUL COMPLIMENT ESPECIALLY FOR THE LIVE PREFORMANCE ON CONAN AS DAVID WAS VERY ILL WITH THE FLU AND WAS ADMITTED TO HOSPITAL THE NIGHT BEFORE NEEDED IV ETC BECAUSE HE HAD HIGH TEMP, DEHYDRATION AND THROAT INFECTION ETC THEN HE DISCHARGED HIMSELF THE NEXT MORNING (DAY OF THE LIVE PREFORMANCE) BECAUSE HE DIDN'T WANT TO DISAPPOINT AS YOU CAN SEE HE WAS SITTING AS HE WASN'T WELL ENOUGH TO STAND AND HE ALSO HAD TO CONTROL HIS VOICE (FLATTER RANGE THAN THIS OFFICIAL VIDEO) BECAUSE OF HIS SORE THROAT ETC BUT WHAT A OUTSTANDING PREFORMANCE AS HE WAS HEARD TO SAY "THE SHOW MUST GO ON" A TRUE SHOWMAN, A TRUE HERO BECAUSE HE CARES :);):) HAPPY LISTENING AND GOD BLESS 2022

[@gbssurvivor130]

If you miss the harmony, try the version where Myles Kennedy joins him. IT.IS..INCREDIBLE!!!!

[@mikeimrie195]

Even Simon and garfunkle approve of this cover and they really like it, says a lot

[@bettyjean2793]

This has always been one of my favorite songs, but now it's #1 I love this version of it.

[@SparkimusPrime]

This is top 3 favorite covers for me. Another one in my top 3 is Bad Wolves cover of the Cranberries Zombie. Both covers make me tear up lol 🖤

[@irisrosedancer3913]

his live version on the conan show is amazing

[@jodiemanthei6160]

If I remember right it was Dan Donegan (the guitarist) that suggested they not go heavy with this one. I’m glad they didn’t. So much more emotion to it.

[@OldsmobileCutlass1969Va]

I first heard Disturbed on an episode of House of Hair with Dee Snider... Long before anyone in my area even heard of them!

[@leannmiller7153]

I read that this was the drummer’s mother’s favorite song. It was his idea to cover it, and do it in this style.

[@emilyflotilla931]

Watching you react to this on my front porch, and there's a bird bath in front of me, yet to be cleaned out from the vestiges of winter. As David began going into his crescendo, a frog in there started croaking/singing back to him. No lie...😲

[@MattFarkas]

Amazing 😯

[@bobbykaralfa]

the best thing he sang the song so close to the original. didnt really turn it into a "disturbed" song. got some rock added to it but not much

[@brittastic08]

I’ve been a fan of Disturbed for the closer side of 20 years now. I’ve always known David had an amazing voice but this song just really made that voice shine. I love watching people react to this as an introduction to them because it opens a door to a genre of music most people have had negative ideas about before. David really brought the song justice and reiterated the point that Simon and Garfunkel tried making 50 years ago. At the same time, he demonstrated the exact reason why I love metal music, especially vocals. The control that a metal vocalist has over their voice is damn near inhuman and David is the perfect example of this.

[@catsarefatt]

Oh my hell. Wonderful. Beautiful. Just raw

[@kongebilj193]

I been a biiiiig fan of Disturbed for well over 20 year.. But this song make me cry almost every time :(

[@sandiwhite9152]

Now what? Lol… the live version is my ultimate fav song ever!💖

[@MaryM-xz5fs]

CHILLS!!! EVERY TIME!!!

[@jom7604]

David was trained as a Cantor singing in a Jewish Temple. What a incredible voice he possesses. 😍

[@emilyflotilla931]

Somewhere out there a synagogue is crying to get him!

[@jom7604]

@@emilyflotilla931 yes dear...I agree. 😻

[@junco1312]

Also, be sure to watch their live performance on Conan. NOTE: that David Draiman was really sick for the Conan live performance and I heard he was not pleased with his performance, being the perfectionist that he is I can understand why he felt that way. However, the production as a whole was amazing and his performance was EXCEPTIONAL! I loved it. So POWERFUL and EMOTIONAL! Thanks, Diane Disturbed "The Sound Of Silence" 03/28/16 | CONAN on TBS Team Coco

[@terrydurham3697]

S & G's version was the folk song version. Disturbed's version is today's electronic version with everyone in their own corner working phones, tablets and computers, keeping to themselves IN SILENCE!! The prophesy is coming true!!

[@art3mis290]

Simon and Garfunkel wrote and sang this song in the 1960s. They have a huge fan base that no doubt accounts for the zillions views of this version.

[@shawneedalegrimm9728]

As Michael Roques suggested, watch the Conan show and see David Draiman bring it flawlessly. It's a must see! I enjoyed your reaction. This is away from what you expect from Disturbed, but what a well-thought-out video to go along with the fabulous cover.

[@TravelingTexan]

How can you be a songwriter and not know this song just by hearing the title of the it? It’s a classic.

[@chadlumpkin2375]

If you liked this cover you might take a look at Johnny Cash's cover of Nirvana's Hurt. Same vibe.

[@NaturalMystic69]

I grew up with the original S&G version too. Check out the live duet version with Disturbed and Miles Kennedy.

[@bruceheckerman7343]

Surprised you haven't watched the live on Conan version. It's cool because you can see the orchestra and for some reason they put this huge timpani drum right beside David! Plus he was sick as hell that night but insisted on going through with the performance. I know you'll be impressed.

[@inkenhafner7187]

"I'm not sure what inspired them." *whispers* don't tell anybody but i think it's the lyrics

[@patsyelias8732]

Watch the live performance on Conan. Best cover ever.

[@michaelfaller8141]

I made a playlist of these reactions for this song and it is so beautifully done! A Plus!

[@Philthy81]

There is another live version of this song from a concert where it ft. Myles Kennedy the harmony they create is spine chilling. Highly recommend you watch it

[@db6938]

I have the original version on Paul Simons 'Song Book" which I bought in the UK when Paul visited the folk clubs here. Sung by Paul before Garfunkle made them into a duo. I have always loved this song but Disturbed version is so awesome....I play it often.

[@Euqoram]

This version of the song is what made me actually listen to it. I am a fan of Simon and Garfunkel, but the original one was always too. . . idk, whimsical? and sounded weird to me, so I didn't pay it much mind. When I heard this tho, I cried, and immediately listened to it on a loop for the rest of the day, and I understood it.

[@richardtaylor6649]

If you want the harmony look for the live version with Myles Kennedy (in Houston I think)

[@dariendudley941]

Hold on to the memories makes me cry every time I hear it

[@grayanderson1033]

Paul Simon said to Draiman and Disturbed "that song is yours now". The imagery is as powerful as the song and Disturbed ace it. Also a friend sent me 2 short, but very short renditions of "Down with the Sickness", from a singer named Tom Jones. Man that man had his head and body in swivels. I don't know how his head is attached to his body... 😂

[@sclm087]

TArt Garfunkle went to Columbia in New York. He met a guy named Greenberg who loved music an d literature like Garfunkle and they became great friends and soon roommates. One day Greenberg was at a baseball game and his eyes started failing on him. Soon he was completely blind. Greenberg quit school and went home and fell into a great depression. That was your reaction to the first part of the song...well done. Garfunkle visited him often trying to convince him to get back to Columbia. Garfunkle told Greenberg to call him "Darkness" in sympathy. One day Garfunkle took Greenberg to Grand Central Station (10,000 people, maybe more.) Garfunkle told Greenberg he forgot he had to be somewhere and up and left him there to find his own way home (over streets of cobblestone...) Greenberg finally made it back and bumped into someone who said, "sorry." Greenberg recognized Garfunkles voice. Garfunkle was with him all the way home. Greenberg got his confidence back, went back to school and when Garfunkle needed money to get his first record cut, Greenberg gave him his last $400. Greenberg became a wealthy business man and the $400 got Simon Garfunkle's music career started.

[@ThatGirl-ku5dq]

Beautiful.

[@Leslie-karren]

The live version on Conan is AMAZING!!

[@johnlewis8698]

Check out The Light also by Disturbed.

[@jeanearle2350]

Hold on to the Memories is another great unexpected song by them. Perfect song for whats going on in the world right now with the Corona Virus and everything. Would love to see you react to it.

[@draineweeks9605]

You should totally listen to their cover of "If I Ever Lose My Faith In You" by Sting. Excellent Cover!

[@jidypowell8783]

Try the version with David and Myles Kennedy of Alterbridge. Live in Houston.

[@timrathbun8601]

Hey Matt, check out Disturbed song "The Light" it is awesome, I guarantee you will like it very much!

[@dangermouse9348]

God: Would you like the voice of an Angel or Demon? David Draiman: Yes

[@The-T-Spot]

If you want to hear the harmonies, listen to Disturbed and Myles Kennedy live --mind blowing as well