Disturbed "The Sound Of Silence" 03/28/16 | CONAN on TBS - REACTION VIDEO

[@ApacheIrish62]

It hits you in the feels EVERY. DAMN. TIME!!!!

[@joecarpenter8779]

This is not just a song. This is an emotional experience! Great reaction!

[@frightmare1016]

He is amazing

[@baddog4176]

Fierce. Wonderful reaction.

[@karentony3397]

Yep. I have watched this more than 100 times. Love your reaction. ❤️🎼❤️🎼

[@royreynolds108]

This performance on the Conan Show has had over 135 million views, the show's switchboard lit up after airing, the audience gave a 10-minute standing ovation with applause, and backstage people came out to see who was singing, and it was nominated for a Grammy that year. I would like to have a video of this audio in the studio video. I remember when Simon & Garfunkel came out with The Sound of Silence in 1964 and did not understand it then or the many singers who have sung the song. Last year, I heard Disturbed"s version and called my son to tell him now I understand the song. I am 76.

[@sectiondrecords4580]

Thanks Debbie

[@verapincin9845]

👋👋Fantastic bravooo👋👋🤟👍☮️🇭🇷

[@jameswilliams7997]

Hello from new zealand.has the voice of an angel and demon all rolled in to one.

[@dalehammers4425]

This version just gives you a massive assault of anxiety that you dont even fully realize you have until the final note and you let out the breath you were holding. Its just primal.

[@terryallen7356]

I had never heard of Disturbed before I saw them perform this song and I was blown away so I looked up other songs by Disturbed and omg I had no idea they were a metal group. LOL I'm glad I heard him sing this song first because his voice is beautiful, powerful and incredible which is different than his metal music. Great, but different. I ended up really liking some of their metal music but this song is truly special. I like the music video because I like the visuals but his voice is spectacular in both.

[@scottfield5849]

Breathe, Debbie. 🤘😎👍

[@larryc3860]

thanks to Simon & Garfunkel for writing and recording this classic over 50 years ago, allowing Disturbed, Pentatonix and others to revisit the message.....it was a warning of an increasingly disconnected society embracing 'silence'........David's interpretation tells us that people still prefer silence to participation in the world.......

[@darrylwillett8359]

Its like a fuse being lit and you cant wait for the explosion.

[@tammyhill3798]

Thank you so much for doing this one also. I LOVE this man, 🤫 don’t tell my husband. 🤭 When he makes that face it makes me shiver and melt…EVERY time.

[@markdeshong6323]

You're eyes are AMAZING !!!!

[@timbrom]

Wow! You really wore your heart on your sleeve here. Every emotion this invoked was shown in your expression. Loved it!

[@ladydragon6854]

My day isn't complete without hearing this version ❤️

[@rubenfonsi4118]

wow!!! no se lo que ha sido mas brillante?? la voz de un hombre que tiene algo que contar o una hermosa mirada !!!!

[@jamesayers5182]

Liked and subscribed.

[@Oneminutemindfulness]

Going to see their concert in August and I can’t wait to be among 1000’s of people listening to this live. So excited!!! My first Disturbed concert!!

[@thequestionqueens]

Congrats!!! That’s so exciting 💙

[@jevxminscrire]

I've seen them and you will have a blast

[@thinson6147]

They are so awesome in concert! I'm seeing them again this summer!

[@theenigmacodedc518]

Simon and Garfunkels original version was the warning. Disturbed’s version is rage that the warning wasn’t heeded. We are a world addicted and plugged into technology instead of to each other. So much hate and anger in the world now. This is by far the best and my own personal favorite version of this song.

[@carlwalsh225]

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[@94520shatto]

The Sound of Silence by Simon and Garfunkel is sad resignation. The Sound of Silence by Disturbed is Dammit, LISTEN! ***** The Warning ***** "And the people bowed and prayed, to the neon god they made." ~ Paul Simon "And the people bowed and prayed, to the golden calf they made." ~ Old Testament

[@larryd4352]

David, the lead vocalist, is classically trained in a Jewish Temple. It's easier for me to just paste part of a biography about David. David Michael Draiman was born to Jewish parents in the Brooklyn borough of New York City on March 13, 1973.[2] His father, YJ, had worked as a real estate developer and small-business owner before he was arrested for embezzlement and sent to prison when Draiman was 12 years old.[2] YJ would later become a candidate in the races for Mayor of Los Angeles in 2013,[3] 2017,[4] and 2022. Draiman's brother, Benjamin,[5] is an ambient musician who lives in Israel.[6][7] His grandmother Ziona is a Yemenite Jew whose family immigrated to Israel in the early 1900s.[8] While not personally observant of their Jewish faith, Draiman's parents sent him to Orthodox schools, where he believed he was on the path to receiving rabbinic ordination. He frequently spent time in Israel during his early life.[6] He attended five Jewish day schools, including Valley Torah High School in Los Angeles, where he formed his first band; Fasman Yeshiva High School in Skokie Illinois, a near north suburb of Chicago; and the Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study in Milwaukee.[6] During his freshman year at the latter, he was asked to leave as he "rebelled against the conformity" and "just wanted to be a normal teenage kid", adding that he "couldn't really stomach the rigorous religious requirements of the life [there]".[6] He has admitted to being "a bit resentful" about his time at Jewish day schools, but nevertheless became trained as a hazzan (cantor) and encouraged his family to observe Shabbat.[6] Draiman later enrolled at Ida Crown Jewish Academy in Chicago, and graduated from high school in 1991.[6] From 1991 to 1992, he became romantically involved with a girl who used heroin and eventually killed herself, which would inspire the Disturbed song "Inside the Fire". At the age of 18, on New Year's Day 1992, he attempted to kill himself but says that he instead woke up later to find himself nearly frozen to death underneath a parked 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. After detoxing, he described having a "moment of clarity" and never used heroin again.[2] After high school, he spent a year studying at the Yeshivas Neveh Zion in Kiryat Ye'arim on the outskirts of Jerusalem.[6] After returning to the U.S. in 1992, Draiman commenced pre-law studies at Loyola University Chicago.[6] In 1996, he graduated with a BA in Political Science and Government, Philosophy, and Business Administration.[9] Initially considering offers to study at law school, he realized that criminal defense law was the only area of law that interested him, which made him unwilling to pursue law because he knew he would not be able to "really look at [himself] in the mirror and say 'I'm going to lie for a living and protect criminals'".[6] During his university studies, he also worked as a bank teller and in phone sales.[6] After graduating, he worked as an administrative assistant in a healthcare facility.[6] A year later, he earned an administrator's license and ran his own healthcare facility for five years before joining Disturbed.[6] Leaving that position strained his relationship with his grandfather, who was a traditional Hasidic Jew. You really need to listen to the song, " A Reason To Fight " kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYOqg5errqisla8 There are millions of people that need to know that there is help...there are people that love you and care about you! How do I know??? Because I was one of you...still am! Depression, PTSD, Alcoholic, they all come from one place, with one goal....to break you down, destroy your life, and eventually, get you to a point where you don't see anyway out of it except suicide! I know,Get the help you need! I was there....but today, I am 23 years, 7 months, and 11 days sober and clean!

[@stevemurdoch8459]

As you said "this is live" and he was sick with a flu at the time...David is one the best singers out there....imagine if Floor joined him for a duet....

[@fenrisulfur842]

dang I grew up with Simon and Garfunkel....made it to dark wave...but this song and THIS version is beyond everything!

[@johncullen9298]

Better 😁 Seen so many reactions to this live performance Yours is my favorite.

[@barbarastill744]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE...♥️ HIS VERSION OF THIS SONG.... . FAVORITE..

[@kevinhaen2763]

Much better review this time. You received the full impact of his vocal performance uninterrupted. Thank you.

[@royoschroeder]

What an awesome version, it really doesn't get better than this... That being said, I'll ask again that you check out the other live version with Myles Kennedy, with their harmonies it's an awesome version as well...

[@garybutruce7339]

What an amazing voice....unbelievable. Thanks for sharing Debbie!

[@majbrat]

Incredible

[@Joshua785MO]

Both great versions, but I prefer the video because it not only tells the story, but it shows the story behind the sound of silence

[@nathanfisher1826]

This is the Best version

[@kezca]

Great rendition of this classic. Disturhed are a great band, had the pleasure of meeting them a few years ago they were all so nice. X

[@JStephens_73]

135M views can't be wrong

[@jeffmiller7647]

It's called GRIT my dear

[@PaulSmith-pt3zu]

IMO this is one of the best covers/ tribute to a song that sounds better than the original. I’m sure many will argue that….. just glad you went to the live version. Does showcase the singer David Draiman in his ability to be one of the best male singer on the planet 🌎 even being under the weather

[@g.gordon8117]

As Douglas below said, he was sick with the flu I think it was said. Awesome voice.

[@juliecarroll2155]

Keep in mind he was sick and almost cancelled this performance.. Simply put GOD GIVEN GIFTS USED AT ITS BEST

[@douglashayes3167]

and the kicker..... David was sick during this.... that is why he is sitting on a stool..... he is amazing!

[@bobbiebastin5423]

Love your reactions, just so you know he was very sick here, fever, cold all of that!! I b saw them in concert, they are amazing!!!!

[@bradbair1405]

If you get a chance try hold on to memories by disturbed

[@rebelbabeconner9064]

You have got to react to THE LIGHT and PRAYER... official DISTURBED video I definitely became a huge fan at 60 So much passion and meaning behind their lyrics and music... their videos are second to none

[@terrylinch7717]

Hi Debbie. I am going to see them this summer. Jinjer is opening up for them. Hope you get back to reaction to jinjer again. Have a great day.

[@gill6596]

You should check out the live version with Myles Kennedy, the 2 voices harmonising gives yet a different vibe and is amazing. There are other softer disturbed songs such as, a reason to fight, the light, darkness and a duet from their latest album with Ann Wilson from heart called don't tell me now, if you want to build up before getting to the heavier metal side.

[@steveb1972]

This has become a standard for the band, always expected at their live gigs! David and his brother were trained Jewish cantors. He turned to metal and his brother is an opera singer. Paul Simon said he wrote this after a dream and the meaning is still argued about. The video I feel talks of the rediscovery of lost music. One island find the sheet music, the other find the instruments and travel to them... Paul Simon saw THIS very performance on Conan and loved it. Poor David was really poorly with a bad cold when he sung it on Conan, so I urge you to watch the official video to hear David in top form and the visuals really add to the music. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJyag4mtaK5rm8k Check these interviews with David... kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKWxl6qlgKljjqM kzbin.info/www/bejne/baauiXuui550i8U David being interviewed and performing on stage The Vengeful One and Sound of Silence... kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKqZhYamq5t1gtU The official video... kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2qnmGCdbNllopY The original Simon and Garfunkel version... kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHKooaN8irx_nMU Fascinating that Pentatonix chose to cover Disturbed’s version rather than the original... kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZW5m4mqpddoa68 One of Disturbed’s classic tunes!!!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmqvhYdmrdyXnNk

[@bobanderson9141]

Th original was done in a folk beat that wrecked the feeling and power it needed. This version was right.

[@RT-mn2pb]

Yes, this is by far the better version of Disturb doing the song. It truly captured the REAL intent of the a PROTEST SONG. A warning against the tyranny of mind control that governments, commerce, and churches do to people. Never let them silence you. Never. If I need to remember why "we the people" is the most important part of America, I listen to this. Never let them silence you. Never.

[@rayfairley6515]

Have a listen to “hold onto memories” and really listen to the words, if you want a heart pull watch the official live version

[@shawnmitchell3559]

Great reaction as usual. I personally think this live version is better than the video

[@angelinamay161]

I'm glad you watched this version too. It's so beautiful. The amazing thing is, he had the flu during this performance and they encouraged him to cancel, but he refused. Could you imagine this performance being any better than it was? There is one point in this song (don't ask me where, I'm not good at catching things like that) but the show used Auto Tune (I'm assuming they thought his voice maybe wavered from having the flu) and David was P*ssed! He knows as a musician people like voice coaches, professional singers and other musicians would catch the Auto Tune, even if average people wouldn't and would comment on it (and they have) He would rather have a flaw then have it artificially corrected.

[@thequestionqueens]

Oh wow. I certainly wouldn’t want to ever make him angry!!

[@mayrarisch8893]

I like the video version better because I do like the close ups as well & the video is a masterpiece!! Plus he was ill during this live performance & his voice cracked a bit, twice. Still great though. Disturbed is a heavy metal band and even though this is not their original song, it is one of their mellow performances.

[@pamspohn3448]

I think the video brings a different take and really takes this song to a different level.

[@joser6798]

You should hear Henke Poort do this song in Beste Zangers 2019. He sang this song for Floor Jansen

[@kathleenandbruce]

There's one version left for you to react to. It's a live show in Houston where they bring Myles Kennedy of Alter Bridge out to sing a duet with David. Considering that the song was originally a duet this one is worth a reaction. Great reaction BTW. Will be watching for you to do it, please.

[@TheAFDevil]

Agreed, their harmonies are really amazing together. Myles hits those backing highs and it sounds incredible.

[@deborahhamilton2801]

React to Disturbed's Hold on to the Memories

[@mpainter22]

Rock and metal singers, they're generally a different breed. Maybe check out something like "a reason to fight" or "the Vengeful one"

[@robertbidzinski5988]

Great reaction 💪I think you need to listen (Disturbed-Down with the sickness) this is f... cool song😇🤣😛

[@fugawiaus]

It may be better to ease her in before the sickness. More like the light, prayer, the vengeful one or a reason to fight

[@stevebeaton2172]

Nah she needs to jump right in with down with the sickness

[@stevebeaton2172]

If you really want to check out his range then react to Down with the sickness!

[@countryyankee6389]

He had a cold during this performance

[@hansjohansson7111]

I truly believe that you can find the best voices in the world in metal music. There are a lot of magical voices in the metal world. Check out Ayreon - The Day That The World Breaks Down - The Source (2017) to find more voices you will love.

[@paulhoff2206]

We're you a music fan in the 1980's?? If so, you need to check out Disturbed's cover of Land of Confusion from Genesis. It's a far cry from Phil Collins!!

[@Mike_Judas_Priest_Kalsek]

Only commenting so you know I was here and clicked the like button. Really bummed about my comments getting deleted by YooToob. Cheers!

[@richardlester9241]

check out get down with the sickness by disturbed

[@louey2x]

I have not listened to Disturbed in a long time so I was actually surprised he did a song like this . This version is soo much better than the other one, absolutely. I didn't care too much for the other one. But I must say I'm sorry, still doesn't hold a candle to Tommy. And yes I may be biased, but I'll live with it.😏 Thank you for the video, see you soon. ❤

[@jenniferhoolihan1450]

He also had the flu…Still went on to perform

[@makana8083]

Love ur reactions... U should listen 2 LP- Lost on you (Live session) u won't be disappointed... Don't Stress Stay Blessed Much Love 4rm Hawai'i 🤙🏽🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@hlrtexas]

Please review In the Ghetto by Elvis Presley composed by Mac Davis. Had sad Elvis would be if he returned today and witnessed no changes…

[@TheLadymiss22]

It’s not better, it’s different ♥️

[@dedfishermen985]

Check out Heart doing “Stairway To Heaven”, not sure if I like this cover the best, or that

[@coder4liberty]

A lot of their music is much heavier but you might like "Hold on to Memories". BTW Jinjer is opening for Disturbed this summer in the US. Just saying.

[@Nikalette100]

I like the live version better too. Even though the video itself is pure genius. The word for his voice is MASCULINE! Apart from all the musicality. It is pure masculinity from beginning to end. And we just don’t hear that too much these days. That’s what wokeness is taking away.

[@wirelessmikedj7784]

Supposedly the sound engineer added a little auto tune to one later section, even after being told not to. David was sick that day and almost cancelled the appearance.

[@MrDonderpoes]

Sounds Haunting and dark. This version covers the load.❤️ Better than the original. I love it.

[@fenrisulfur842]

please have a look at Bad Wolves " Zombie" which was palanned as a cover featuring the original Singer....but she died just before the recoring...check it out Bad Wolves - Zombie...Oh you already did! Thank you!!!!

[@pamspohn3448]

He was training to be a Cantor.

[@powerdown7772]

Same training as Neal Diamond.

[@Chris-zh8qq]

The beauty of rock and country, hardly any auto tune is used. The new age shits use it lol but can't beat a classic

[@AussieRose76]

David had a cold during this performance Debbie

[@robinhatcher8021]

I've read he had the flu doing thus one performance and he still sounded that great!

[@gerardofe2964]

Hi...check another their top cover...SHOUT of Tears of Fears...

[@geraldinejavier8932]

This is good. But you need to hear Geoff Castellucci make on this song, it just came out. Great reaction

[@georgeharrs8415]

Remember he was sick when he did this.

[@eletricshock101]

DONT FORGET HE HAD THE FLU DOING THIS PERFORMANCE

[@thequestionqueens]

Crazy he was so sick and did THIS amazing performance! Just wow…

[@eletricshock101]

@The Question Queens I know right sorry but "Wrong Side of Heaven" by Five Finger Death Punch please

[@eletricshock101]

@The Question Queens lmao just really think you would love this one also every song I have got you to do has completely blown your mind. Don't forget the tissue

[@suemetzger5302]

I prefer the official video

[@berniesallee5324]

David was sick when thus video was made.

[@davidburkholder4764]

And unbelievably, David was sick during this performance.

[@nickgillingham5575]

He's amazing isnt he?

[@nickgillingham5575]

hey debbie im starting to think that you might be able to handle Disturbed heavier stuff BEST example "Into the Fire"

[@craiga1128]

and he is doing this sitting down

[@mmoore2006]

because he was so sick with a fever from the flu at the time; they didn't want him to pass out...

[@eletricshock101]

Vocal frying is what he is doing and to do this properly you have to scrunch your nose and get the sound upwards and not in your vocal cords. It's more in your nasal cavity takes years to be perfect and lots of training. That's why he can trans in and out of it so easily

[@David-yo5re]

Hey Debbie, I just want to say I love your channel. You could react to a blank screen with no audio and I would watch to see what you say about it.

[@thequestionqueens]

David!!! 😂 You’re so adorable. Thank you so much, your comment really made me happy 💙

[@David-yo5re]

@@thequestionqueens you're welcome. 😊

[@joeyc630]

Maybe David Draimen and Floor Jansen should try a duet together sometime 🤔

[@PeteGallegos-g5p]

No disrespect, but your have the most beautiful eyes.

[@patiaday1]

Now listen to pentatonix do the acapella version

[@timothywilliams2252]

David's vocals are amazing... Unlike venerated heroes of hard-rock vocalists, like Robert Plant, Geddy Lee, he doesn't have to go 110% nasal to get into the higher ranges. Not saying anything, just saying...

[@lisagregerson9055]

You still haven’t heard zhou shen or hua chenyu?

[@deborahhamilton2801]

Review

[@drsbsn01]

for covers aguably better than the originals, try Joe Cocker With A little Help From My Friends (Beatles) and Johhny Cash Hurt (Nine Inch Nails) both regarded by thier composers as better than theirs.

[@nielsjosefsen431]

Volbeat singer has also almost the same voice / sound as this amazing guy

[@Jaymzmiller]

For awesome vocal performances by inspirational bald men, I think you might be ready to experience Devin Townsend... kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKbFe514bpqJmrs

[@thequestionqueens]

Saved it!

[@clivegreen5492]

Loved your reaction..p.s Your rather yummy 😍

[@duaneely9216]

Next review. Home free when a man loves a woman!!

[@roydavis5222]

The official video is waaaaay better......who cares if he had the flu......no bearing on the performance