What a story!! What a cover! What a voice! Disturbed - The Sound Of Silence

[@suzannemcnulty3723]

This singer is new to me, but oh boy, he knocked my socks off. I had goose bumps and tears welled up at the power and emotion he conveyed. I am an old rocker, 77, but still appreciate this amazing performance. I love David Draiman of Disturbed!

[@jalliboy]

have you been living under a rock `? :P haha disturbed has been around for MANY years now hah..

[@mypetcrow9873]

And you little “boy,” were you born inherently rude and vacuous or did you have to work at it?

[@phyllisness9270]

I agree Suzanne, I'm old also and didn't hear many of the songs that people are reacting to today. Until we were forced to stay home during the plandemic I had not known about reaction videos!! 2021 I started watching reaction videos about videos of some of the singers from back in 'my day' that I had never SEEN before!! Back in the 60s we had RADIO and didn't know what people looked like unless they were on the Ed Sullivan Show. Disturbs "Hold on to Memories" and "The Light" are a couple of other good Disturbed's songs. I don't like all their songs, but that doesn't stop me from listening to the ones I like. KZbin certainly has allowed me to see things that were not available to us before the Internet. Young people are so spoiled having the internet!! They have no clue how we lived without it!!

[@philipgayudanok4525]

I too love this singer, he touched my soul so deeply!!!!

[@frances3254]

big ditto to you. I'm 86

[@CowboynLilbits]

In this version you don't just hear the song, you FEEL the song.

[@mittlayton7187]

Amen, yes you do! Tears everytime.....NOT ashamed! Because the meaning of this song is all about todays time and people addicted to social media and their cellphones, "The neon light???"

[@rebeccageiser5692]

David Draiman has a fantastic voice. I think this version makes the lyrics come to life. By far the best version I have ever heard!

[@theresabeck1029]

I agree

[@nathanielbarr497]

You HEAR Simon and Garfunkel's version. You FEEL Disturbed's version...

[@Soulfly-xm7rf]

The live one is really amazing even the Singer was sick at this time but still the best

[@carolineyates4746]

its a shame that reactors generally dontget the story told

[@jonnylumberjack6223]

With bands like Pentatonix, songs end up being all about the sound, the beautiful voices. They showcase the voice, not the song writing. Disturbed are telling a story, with emotion. They showcase the writing, not just the melody and voice.

[@Paranitis]

I felt that way as well. Pentatonix was about Pentatonix. Disturbed was about the story of the song.

[@nathanielbarr497]

God- "Would you prefer the voice of an angel or a demon?" David Draiman- "Yes..."

[@lisaschultz469]

That response has been in every single interpretation of this cover. Come up with your own interpretation.

[@chuher4319]

@@lisaschultz469 this response to that interpretation has been in every reply. come up with your own reply. lmao j/k

[@rk41gator]

@@lisaschultz469 It still fits.

[@lisaschultz469]

Still not an original comment.

[@pattisimmons67]

I have sobbed through this song because I have listened to this song since I was a child. I'm almost 60 and honestly, it's now up to YOU to understand where humans are going. Please, Talk to each other, love each other, care for each other. Find ways to come together and NOT tear yourselves apart. This is up to you and your children and theirs as well. I wish for you nothing nut the best. Love and Blessings to all of you.

[@ruthiewohlforth5464]

David Draiman......a powerful, soulful voice. Can go from warm baritone to tenor, from clear as crystal to distortion/rasp on a dime and back. Can sing like an angel or the devil.....phenomenal voice! Hauntingly beautiful and emotional ! Best cover by far IMHO.....

[@tamara4888]

This version is so hauntingly beautiful!

[@jacquelinesinclair9475]

His voice both feels haunting and angelic, like it rides between two worlds of past warnings and present day realizations.

[@66ft]

The original song was a warning. This version was an angry reminder of the original message decades later.

[@davidhill2874]

It wasn't a warning it was Paul Simon's way of meditation his view!

[@kingwacky184]

@@davidhill2874 Actually it is a warning. A warning that if we don't learn to communicate we will reach our demise.

[@davidhill2874]

@@kingwacky184 I guess you didn't catch the briefing on it by Biden?

[@LHLMaE]

wow, this is a comment I haven't read before!

[@bobbistevens5648]

Great description

[@lisarummel3172]

This is my favourite version of the song! I actually think it's the most beautiful version of the song, although most other people think it sounds angry.

[@kayyarra7862]

I think that the reason this version felt more like a full story is because of the wide array of emotions, at first you focus on how beautiful and rich his voice is, but then you start really listening to how sad the lyrics are, then the vocal fry comes in and you really feel how angry the writer is about the state of the world, then towards the end there's still anger, but almost a resignation that things are unlikely to change.

[@martacmorais]

For me this is the best cover of this song! The live version is even better! Thank you 🙏

[@emmkaa2099]

"I love the color of his voice". What an excellent and descriptive statement. TYFS

[@cecile436]

It tells a story because David gives meaning to every word he sings.

[@majbrat]

I love this cover so much. I feel the original song was a call to wake up, where this one is a cry that people still are not listening. While the "Pent" version shows their wonderful talent, I did not feel the emotional, human, and political warnings that the original & this one imparts.

[@voiceenthusiast]

Yup. There is something in it!

[@susan8750]

I SO appreciated watching your face while you heard/viewed this for the first time, and not have to watch you constantly mugging for the camera to get attention for yourself. Thank you!!!

[@judyovington7469]

I have to say Thank You for playing this all the way through without interrupting every 2 seconds. I have listened to this many times, you are the first to respect it. Iam 75 and love this version. A warning unheeded years ago being retold.

[@alexjohnson2068]

I wish you could see your face....it tells us how this has touched your soul. Thank you for sharing. A pleasure to watch...😊

[@chetnolan7496]

I'm 72 and still a " hippie " and love my rock & roll. Big fan of David, he has such a powerful voice.🤘🤘🤘✌️

[@jagarious5606]

Angelic is a good descriptor. When he sings "and in the naked light I saw" - The word "saw" sounds angelic. Awesome reaction.

[@derrickconnolly9164]

I really appreciate that you played the whole song. And listening to the message. Your response to the song was exactly what we feel. The message is clear.

[@michaelfredgren1342]

With you on his voice being "angelic" or "uplifting" until he gets to the line of the song "and my words, like silent raindrops, fell". His voice switches into an "anger" or "frustration" that follows the rest of the song. It adds to the "emotion" of trying to share with the world, yet no one gets what you are sharing. To me, very well done and I have not felt that effect before in a song.

[@bethannprather1462]

Great reaction. I love that you listened without pausing. That's the only way to really listen and absorb that song and his voice. I also love your Mickey Mouse hoodie!!

[@RissaFirecat]

This version of Sound of Silence is way more intense, and completely comes alive with the range that David Draiman can sing. Love this version more than the original.

[@lucassarin287]

David Draiman's when he does a remake he seems to choose songs that seems like its sang to a few people while he sings for everyone. he has power, intensity and raw emotions in his voice. with his bad that is very good at merging and enhancing it into the music so you feel it. for some reason i never feel hate from their work. only sadness, regret and love like a scream that something needs help but is so hard to show and say. guess its like a bridge that is breaking and he is trying to get people to help fixing it but is scared that its breaking to fast so he is trying hard to get more people to help. at least thats what its like to me.

[@derrickconnolly9164]

The song was written by S&G in 63/64 just after JFK was killed. A very somber time in history. Another song from the time was the eve of destruction. I would love to see David do a cover of this song. Bring it home.

[@robwheelut]

Davids Voice Is Flawless

[@rickdbranch4787]

Emotionally charged. Music arrangements are amazing. As the ship came to bring instruments to the land where the compositions were, I found dramatic. I give it an A+

[@christinesellers188]

plus plus

[@65presleychick]

This takes me on an emotional rollercoaster every time. I love the live version as well. Just so moving.

[@oldmachinist9236]

I feel like the power and urgency of this recording are what push it over the top compared to the other versions

[@alibebee6463]

I feel like we live in the world almost destroyed. Little beauty, music or heart left. Gradually people are finding their musical voice and see a whole world across from them that had been devastated by this lack of beauty in their world. So much so, that they are speechless to each other. They however, have retained the ability to communicate at that level with help. Therefore, the musicians cross the expanse to reteach them how to live, sing and communicate once again. I have listened to this version a hundred times and still get goosebumps each time. It is an amazing song. Especially done this way. Draimon is so expressive in his voice and facial expressions. Even his use of a moment of silence dramatizes the song.

[@livinglife4835]

Dude loved .. Perfection. Exactly, we hear colors when he sings this song.

[@goldenagehi-fi8442]

David's vocals aren't an angel and a devil, more like a lion and a lamb, the traits of the Father. David was born/destined to interpret and perform this song by the Father himself, he may not even know it. This performance was so touching and searing, it could only have been inspired by the Father. It literally has the power to touch and transform the souls of the masses. We need to spend the time to interact and learn through each other, it's a big part of how the Father intended to spread his love and encouragement. The neon lights have monopolized that time, allowing lonliness and quiet to become the rule, add to that peer pressure and fear that your ideas or thoughts aren't good enough to be shared. The words of the Prophets(us) are thus extinguished, banished to the subway walls and tenement halls. The video itself portrays the instruments and musicians taking their forgotten instruments on a ship to the masses of people with stories to be told, to rescue both. Heavens knows music today has a void, it has forgotten to tell stories, I think this was also has a hidden message in the video....... don't forget the lyrics and the story! This performance concept is literally the eighth wonder of the world, now moving salted butter and the peanut butter cream-filled donut down to numbers 9 and 10. :)

[@laurachambers1522]

Fits right in with what is going on now in our country

[@foxymacadoo]

Sound of Silence is one of those rare songs that will fit in throughout the ages. I grew up with S&G and have heard a few covers of it but Disturb's version is by far the best Cover of any song I have heard. It also has and is affects people differently emotionally.

[@vildehansen4427]

Not in just one/ country ...but mostly all over the world...

[@garywilliams5661]

Best cover ever , simple

[@A_Cunning_Linguist]

Paul Simon is said to have posted this on his personal feed stating it was now their song, That is something he has NEVER done for any covers of this song. (There are many versions as seen here!) @t but this one is THE BEST by far... thank you for sharing!

[@jennytalks5882]

Its a very convicting song. It puts you in your place like a gentle father that has a powerful presence that you feel with just a look. Its humbling and commands a reverence that you don't even know why you must give it but you do. My eyes tear and I get goose bumps every time I hear this song.

[@kimberlystark3944]

It's a thing of beauty! Get ready for a religious experience! Moves me to my very soul! 💜

[@dixiefletcher1986]

His voice is mesmerizing!

[@liviocavedon3438]

well done. no ridicolous show, only emotion on your face. BRAVO ciao from italy

[@withoutmalice9844]

Lol that wasnt a performance that was a moment. With over 760 million views I would hope it touched that many hearts and that voices will no longer be silenced. Good reaction VE. :)

[@jennifercouret]

I love this song by this group. The vocalist is amazing.

[@bobp1016]

Thank you for not interrupting the song. It’s nice to see someone listen to why whole sing before you review it. When people who review songs constantly interrupt the song they end up missing a lot of the good parts.

[@theresawebster1912]

I never ever have heard a cover of ANY song that I liked and in fact I don't care for songs that original singers perform live because they always change something in it but I must say that in my opinion this version of the song is actually BETTER than the original! I'm so impressed with David's vocal range. AMAZING

[@patriciarobledo3954]

He goes from an angel to an avenging angel. The other versions are pretty, but don't grab your emotions, they don't touch your skull the way David's voice touches you. I never listened to the words before, David makes you listen.

[@ApacheIrish62]

Pentatonix, 5 voices. Disturbed 1 voice that's made to sing this song!!! No comparison to anyone...EPIC cover

[@Starchild42]

Both groups, Disturbed and Pentatonix are absolutely stellar!! I like them both...both versions have amazing vocals David Draimans voice is so amazing!! Mais oui

[@hummingnectarbird]

Penatonix, I heard the song. Disturbed I heard AND felt the song.

[@dariendudley9716]

I will never get this version of this song out of my head Beautifully Done David

[@heikobargmann4950]

Pentatonix' version is based on Disturbed's version. However, Disturbed clearly "transports" this "warning" of the text better.

[@knightlife98]

It is like we were at 6 o'clock with the original, and we are now in the 11th hour with this cover! Time is so very short now.....

[@Michael-qk6ou]

Thank you for not pausing the video.....so many feel they have to stop the music/experience to make a comment. it was refreshing to watch you have the same reaction as others.

[@junco1312]

I've learned that David Draiman and Disturbed address depression, addiction and suicide during every concert, performance offering support and understanding. They are one of the⁶ most popular, loved bands of our time! ❤😊

[@Zeus-mn8zc]

Enjoyed watching... your face said it all everyone has the same reaction...too cool nice job .

[@judygodwin1777]

This song went straight to my soul.

[@betchieharrison5526]

Good reaction! Love this version even more more better

[@kathrynadair1362]

I love David Draiman too!! As a singer and lover of music I still remember the feeling I felt back in 2016 when I saw it performed the first time by David. The original version by Simon and Garfunkel sang a warning, David sang the anger at that warning being unheeded

[@rk41gator]

His voice has Gravitas. Few discuss the video images, perhaps because his voice is so dramatic and dynamic. The visuals are of a forest, with music destroyed. Simon and Garfunkel's original is softer and the lyrics are more urban. (you must find the original) This version is darker and menacing, but hopeful at the end. It seems that music, symbolized by the instruments in the ark sailing to shore, is over coming the forces that hold it back. The ark brings music back to the people as the dawn rises. Hopeful and stunning work.

[@Po-zi2hj]

This, YOUR, reaction has been my favorite so far...even though you did not stop the vid and talk...and did not facially react...your eyes spoke volumes...and I felt what you were thinking, with your eyes...Thank you for that!!!

[@voiceenthusiast]

Haha thank You. I feel that stoping video brakes the flow... but also avoids copyright stuff :p

[@fazza33]

Try reacting to Disturbed "Hold on to Memories" and "The Light," and “Down with the Sickness” all are amazing and a vastly different side of the band.

[@michellebarry1555]

Hold on to Memories is my favorite Disturbed song. Makes me cry every time!

[@lindalafountain6708]

I really love that you said "the color" of his voice because I know exactly what you mean.

[@genedeahl7453]

Great reaction to this song. It is one of my favorite

[@junco1312]

This song has so many different meanings... When schools, especially public schools from kindergarten through high school run out of funding the first programs they cut ✂️ are the art's, music, theater etc. Also, ISOLATION, DIVISION, LONELINESS, NOT COMMUNICATING, NOT STANDING UP FOR OUR RIGHTS OR EXPRESSING OURSELVES AND WHAT WE BELIEVE IN, I could go on and on. 😢

[@omayra7624]

Your interpretation is right on point. I agree totally.

[@mjking9019]

Love Disturbed and the lead singer. I highly recommend, even if you just watch on your own, seeing him performing this live on Conan O'Brien. I suggest that because it's important to note that David was sick during that performance.

[@janpulliam-bracey6010]

Loved your reaction, keep up the good work. True life.

[@mardiyahs9742]

Brilliant comments on this rendition. He's telling a story and you understood it. Good on you !

[@HocusPocusFocus69]

Great reaction and description of this version!

[@i80gypsy]

As I listened to you speak, the word "urgent" came to mind as a descriptor of the Disturbed version

[@saintmatthias8187]

When listening to this song, you can't help but smile. But also you can't help but feel sad at the same time.

[@mirandadewey9998]

Raw and emotional. You feel this song.

[@nancymerrillsayed7585]

Love your quietness and thoughtful commentary.

[@miraculousladybug713]

Hauntingly beautiful, while also angry, but with a glimmer of hope

[@fabianamercedezortiz7631]

Hola aqui Fabiana desde Argentina!!!.. la mejor versión lejos!!.. un abrazo y felicitaciones por reaccionar a un grande como Disturbed!!

[@anastasiabeaverhausen516]

I’m so glad you came up in my suggestions. I watched you when you were listening to the Pentatonics, instead of watching Avi as usual. You have this small smile that shows how much you appreciate them and the same with this song. I’m a fan. Keep up the good work. If you and Mrs. Voice Enthusiast come to the USA, I want you to come to a Maryland blue crab feast. We’ll play excellent music all night. My husband is a musician, it would be a blast!

[@voiceenthusiast]

Oh We would love to :) say hello to him and hope to see You in next videos :)

[@awalmer5]

@@voiceenthusiast I've seen this description of the song... Simon & Garfunkel's version was the warning to the world of what was to come. Disturbed's version was the anger over the warning having been ignored. I'm not sure whether PTX was trying to cover S&G or Disturbed but theirs is a beautiful version as well.

[@donnabost4445]

i call it an awakening!!!

[@pamelapasechnick6899]

This just shows how a great song can be interpreted in such different, but equally compelling ways. The original version, by Simon and Garfunkel, although performed in a more laid back, folk rock way, was just as powerful. I enjoyed your reaction very much.

[@orangecrushhex]

Thank you for listening to the entire song before giving your thoughts on it. There's so many people that do these videos that interrupt 15,000 times to give their opinions and it's inherently annoying. Well done!

[@Wikita007]

I gotta say, the way this guy held his shit together all the way through the end, before gushing about the song was epic. Hahaha.

[@cuzz45]

Love this version! If you want to hear another amazing voice singing a cover song, react to Zombie by the Bad Wolves. Unbelievably great!

[@pamala2112]

EPIC‼️

[@Starrynightdiner]

They asked David if he wanted to sound like the devil or like an angel, David said “yes’’

[@fionabarr6064]

This is 100% the best version predicting what Paul Simon was saying . This is the only cover that Paul Simon has contacted the singer and said he approved off

[@pappagi]

Ohh...it was really great!!! 😯❤️ Yess, woww i loved it.. hug you

[@RC-pv9ll]

Feels more powerful, I think the word is you're looking for.. Love it!

[@junco1312]

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

[@Lily_Samson]

👏 BRAVO for your uninterrupted reaction…. I love watching reaction videos of songs I that move me…However, this cover by ‘Disturbed’ always gets stopped for reaction just as it’s building to a new level…99% of male reactors have done this so far, and I have to be honest and descriptive here… 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…🙄🫤 So, Thank you for NOT answering the knock! 😉 🦋Lily🦋

[@Dreams4U2]

I finally listened to the Pentatonix version and it sounds to me like they covered Disturbed's version rather than the original Simon & Garfunkel version because their vocalizing at the beginning mimics the unique piano intro in Disturbed's version, but that's just me. I know Disturbed's version was released in December 2015 but does anyone know when the Pentatonix version was released?

[@jonesnin]

Looked up Pentatonix version and the release date was Feb 15, 2019

[@ruthiewohlforth5464]

You're right about the piano intro.....sounds like they covered Disturbed.

[@ellienesmith4016]

Not crazy about Ptx version at all! They have nice voices but non of them are David Draiman. My opinion so if you don't agree, just move on! 😏

[@svlnj]

Agree with you all. S&G did a beautiful song. Disturbed made it what it even better and more emotional. Pentatonix tried to cover the Disturbed version in a Glee Club style. Hands down, Disturbed was the best version.

[@tarahill2193]

The original is a warning of what could be as this was "this is where we're at What are we going to do ?" And I love ❤️ the rawness in spots

[@sugi2042]

You need to watch the Disturbed live version on Conan. Believe it or not it is even more amazing than the music video version. You will not be sorry. Truly touching version.

[@vimes3303]

Glad you enjoyed this cover and your reaction is nice. The 2016 Conan live version is also amazing. You may also listen to other Dusturbed songs: Light, Prayer , Down with the Sickness, Hold on to the memories. Sometimes strong but always very deep.

[@nancymerrillsayed7585]

Love the way the commenter is so respectful.

[@jenniferross1371]

That was a really great way of expressing the two versions!!

[@amandarae4289]

I grew up listening to the original by Simon and Garfunkel. Beautiful! But tnis version always blows me away.

[@lynettejones3076]

I sooo loved your facial expressions watching this.....Well done

[@simonwest903]

Great personal analysis. It’s angry at the lack of understanding and our culture wondering into silence. It’s an anthem for our time, just as the original was for its. 😮😢😢 Gets to me every time.

[@nobodyshome]

now you see what PTX "tried" to cover ... not S&G but they tried to cover Disturbed's Cover of SoS by S&G...

[@patriciajohnston8507]

You need to do the Live version from Conan in 2016. Best cover ever.

[@rainbowzebraunicornpegasus2962]

Try Disturbed's cover of Sting's If I Ever Lose My Faith in You or Land of Confusion by Genesis

[@jerryactrik1901]

Love the analysis!