May I direct you to the Johnny Cash cover of "Hurt" by Nine Inch Nails? It was Johnny's last song and video ever recorded. It was his "goodbye" to the world. Very powerful.
Paul Simon, I read, said this version was the best rendition of his song he’s heard. That’s quite an acknowledgement if you ask me. This guy killed it. Great reaction
As a child of the 50s, I grew up with S&G in their prime. This is an unbelievable version of this song, I never imagined that I could like anything more than the original. I've checked out Disturbed's music previously - not really my cup of tea - but chapeau to the singer in particular for this gloriously emotional rendition.
The only objection I ever had about the original (and I'm old enough to have been very familiar with it) is that the lyrics are pretty gritty but it's performed in a "kumbaya" style that robs it of the lyrical impact. This version perfectly solves that issue.
I’ve only recently heard this version of the sound of silence, and it hit me hard emotionally, since I first heard it I have watched probably over 100 reaction videos, and the vast majority of those are shocked, bye pure emotion of the song sung by the lead singer of Disturbed David Draiman, after doing a little bit more research, what makes it even more incredible is that on the day this was broadcast he was suffering with a 102° fever! When you look at the meaning of the words, you can understand why it is so emotive, Paul Simon wrote this in 1964, as a warning to society that communication was important. This was at the height of the civil rights movement and the start of the Vietnam war , he recently said that he and Garfunkel sang the song with the voice of an angel to give a warning, he said that when David sang it, it was with the voice of an avenging angel, wielding, a sword of anger, because people had not heeded the warning! After this broadcast, he tweeted David now owns this song, and should take it forward for people to hear the warning.
Wow, that is incredible! I didn’t know that. I agree with Paul Simon, it really did feel more like an avenging angel… that is such a perfect way to describe it. And I love when other singer/songwriters hear their songs covered by other artists and can feel like it’s been transformed, and that the song has been passed on. That is one of the best things about art. It’s timeless! It inspires people, it can be shaped into something new, or it can be revived and feel new for a different generation. 🤍
Another note...at one point, the sound crew of the show applied Auto-Tuning....which David Draiman did not want. Also, if you get a chance, check out the office video for this as well....very powerful.
I wouldn't have expected anyone else to have burnt thru all the other reaction videos. I really do not know how to explain why I am drawn to everyone's reaction to Disturbed covering this song. It is just that powerful.
Disturbed has a way of making you feel with all of their music. Its a fabulous rabbit hole to go down, especially with their wide array of covers and original songs. Look into songs like the light, hold on to memories, or a reason to fight if you want to cry
@@gabrielstratton1775l saw in a interview at He had a polyp or something like that on one of his Vocals and had to change the he sang for that reason he sounded a bit different.
This masterpiece of a performance doesn’t just penetrate your ears it penetrates your soul. I can’t count how many times I have listened to this particular performance. It’s a masterpiece. I’ve read that this video is the most watched video ever from the Conan show. I believe this song (not this particular live performance) has been watched over 800 MILLION times on RUclips.
And the video just passed ONE BILLION views! I have personally viewed it close to a hundred times and each time it touches me deeply...and no song has ever done that before.
Truly EPIC!!! I'm glad you picked THIS version!!! I saw Disturbed in concert some years ago, they are GREAT live!!! This song showed a new side to their music and David Draiman's classically trained voice mixed w/ the metal voice!!!
@@KoalityReactions All the reaction videos: = they all say "I didn't expect this......I anticiipated something else." The first time I heard this version was one night years ago about 3 am in the morning, half awake lisstening to a break on an overnite talk show. After the break, it went right into this song version, and boy did I wake up quickly ! I did not believe how cool it was to hear the cover of Paul's song. I immediately emailed a friend I used to play music Paul's music with (hadn't contacted him in years) to tell him he's got to listen to this version.
Disturbed is by far my favorite band for hard rock. Even though this diverges from their main style I’ve listened to this song so many times and each time I get goosebumps! Even watched a lot of people reacting to it and the expressions are awesome!
Crazy how she picked THE best performance of this song by them David Draiman had the flue when he sang this and it added some gruff in his voice and the acoustics were amazing there as well!
Double whammy with this performance. David was recovering from the flu, and also had a lesion on his vocal folds that was quite painful. After this performance, he had surgery to fix the lesion, but he did an interview on The Charismatic Voice's channel where he talked about having to work around it. And this one show moved so many people, even though he was nowhere near 100%. I don't think anyone has ever really heard everything he's capable of. It's possible he doesn't even know.
Davids vocal fry is outstanding,the power he infers when doing that is absolutely amazing and such a great message for these times..excellent reaction,thanks..
I agree with the comment below-watch their official video, the visuals are incredible! David Draiman studied in a Jewish Yeshiva including singing. I’ve only seen his videos of performances but he talks about overcoming drug addiction and has invited audience members backstage to talk to them. Disturbed’s song A Reason to Fight is about fighting addiction and is amazing! Another amazing video is Hold Onto the Memories about mourning those who have passed and is BEAUTIFUL! I enjoyed your reaction👍
You are correct. This is a beautiful version of a classic song; I have to add my dear that your reaction was beautiful as well. Such an emotional version; full of anger, determination, yet mixed with sadness and hope in a mixture of controlled aggression. Thank you.
Just attended a concert by Disturbed last night. What a band they are. Draiman's voice is so compelling, and, man, can these guys rock. Many of their songs are a lot heavier, but there are quiet a few that are more like a lovely ballad. I think you will enjoy your Disturbed journey.
This a beautiful cover...The fact that he also had the flu I think that it really helped his emotions and showed us the pain in his eyes some singers sing the lyrics...Other singers sing the song...First time I heard this cover I went from having goose bumps to out right crying...Imagine a veteran being emotional the only other time I teared up was when Chris Stapleton sung the Star Spangled Banner at the Super Bowl
Yeah someone he mentioned he had a fever during this performance! He's a true professional, giving his all even when he feels under the weather. I'm glad you connected with this performance so much!
The Sound of Silence is widely regarded as one of the most poetic and profound songs from the 1960s. It was written by Paul Simon, who was 21 years old at the time and later recorded and performed by the legendary duo of Simon & Garfunkel in 1964. It speaks of the disconnection and loneliness that can be felt in modern society. The song deals with feelings of loneliness and isolation and evokes feelings of introspection and contemplation. The first verse sets the tone: "Hello darkness, my old friend I’ve come to talk with you again Because a vision softly creeping Left its seeds while I was sleeping And the vision that was planted in my brain still remains within the sound of silence.” The lyrics suggest that through introspect the speaker is subconsciously talking to his own inner darkness about embracing the silence brought about by his self ostracizing behavior leaving a vision of loneliness and isolation planted in his mind. And he is trying to make sense of it. The speaker is seeking clarity and understanding. The second verse expands on this theme by talking about people who “talk without speaking” and “hear without listening.” The song is about the disconnect between people, such as himself, who are lost in their own subconscious conversations who can be physically present but emotionally absent. The speaker is lamenting that people are so consumed by their own thoughts and concerns that they fail to connect with one another. The third verse of the song is perhaps the most poignant. The lyrics speak of “the sound of silence” and how it can be “like a cancer that grows.” The silence that the speaker is referring to is the silence between people, the inability to connect on a deeper level. The song is about the urgent need to break the silence and connect with one another, to bridge the gap that separates us. The speaker seeks clarity and understanding, but he is doing it in isolation. The Sound of Silence is a powerful reminder of the importance of human connection. The song speaks to a universal truth that is as relevant today as it was when it was first recorded in 1964. It is a message that resonates with people of all ages and backgrounds, reminding us that we are not alone in our struggles. The song is a call to action, urging us to break the silence, to reach out to one another, and to find a way to reconnect. In today’s modern world, where communication is increasingly dominated by technology and social media, the message of The Sound of Silence is more critical than ever. Despite all the tools at our disposal, we are becoming increasingly disconnected from one another. These lyrics encourage listeners to break the silence and reconnect with humanity.
Jenna, Disturbed are usually a heavy metal band, so this tribute to Simon & Garfukel was a real departure from the kind of things they normally produce. The lead singer, David Draiman, was originally a trained cantor in the Jewish religion, and although his family wanted him to continue in the faith, he chose to go into rock music instead. I heard after this particular performance, he was in tears backstage as the raw emotion of the song overpowered him, and of course feeling really sick at the time, everything hit him at once. I also heard (and there's no way of proving it) that Paul Simon himself heard this amazing version of his song, and told David that he now 'owned it' and I'd love that to be true. What a lovely reaction Jenna. You're a natural! 😄 🙋♂
David Draiman...amazing vocals! The man can sing... man, he can even put vibrato on distortion! ....which is incredibly difficult to do. Only know a few that can do that... and they don't do it as well or as frequently. Get goosebumps every time I hear this! Well done DD! Liked your reaction KR.
You just earned a sub. Some “reactors” on here can’t go more than 10-12 seconds without hearing the sound of their own voice. Thankfully you don’t do that, and it is greatly appreciated! I get a feeling some of these “reactors” are some of the biggest narcissists on the planet.
Ahaha Thank you, that’s so kind! 🤍 Although to be fair, I think most people are trying to beat the copyright laws (which it doesn’t really help with, as far as I’m aware), and/or boost their watch time by trying to keep people engaged. The higher your watch time, the more your videos are recommended in the algorithm. It’s a confusing space! Appreciate you!
Your reaction was the way many reactors react. Wowed. Not expecting. Goosebumps. Stunned and almost speachless at the end. The expectation of what a heavy metal band might do... Then the wow at the beauty and emotion in their cover is absolutely outstanding. They are amazing!
You chose a doosy for a first ever reaction. The most viewed, I believe🥰 Everything else you react to will likely never compare. Rather that saving the best for last, you started with the best❤❤
You really picked a giant song for your first reaction. I remember when the original hit the radio in my youth. These guys really took the lyrics and made the song greater than before.
I heard them live for the first time in Stockholm this summer and it was one of the best concerts I've been to despite the arena not being the greatest (and I've been to many concerts). Both Disturbed and S&G are musical Gods in my house and I love both versions. Interestingly I feel that Disturbed's version really highlights the lyrics. Tip: a quick left arrow press after a pause to start 5 seconds earlier makes it feel more cohesive. Still a nice reaction!
I also was hearing the band for the first time while having heard the original song a lot of times, and you did a good job of summarising my own similar thoughts after hearing it! Also, it's fine to keep on repelling the technology like a pro, while simultaneously attracting the masses to your content! 😂
Oh my gosh! RUclips will not stop buffering! I literally tried everything. Updated my drivers, tried a different browser, changed settings in Google Chrome to help RUclips, changed the quality settings on RUclips. Nothing would work! I started losing my mind. So I just decided to push through and let everyone know I repel technology. 😂 That’s so fun you hadn’t heard this one either! I can’t believe how much I liked his voice on this song. It definitely gave it a different meaning.
This is quite simply one of the most well written songs of all time. When matched with a performance of this quality and on such a grand scale with the orchestra etc, i honestly feel without exageration, that this is one of perhaps the top 5 songs of all time, if not THE best. Awe inspiring
David Draiman is a great singer and an absolute profession. It is his training as a Hassan I think that allows him to bring an almost religious element to this song that creates a very emotional impact. It is well worth your time to investigate more of Distrubed's material. He currently on tour with another band called Jinjer. You should react to their song "Pisces" (Live session, Napalm records). You will like it.
ooooooh AH AH AH AH! Disturbed is one hell of a show. I saw their Music As A Weapon tour in 2011 at Hammerstein Ballroom in NYC. The place was jam packed.
Wonderful first reaction,a great band and song to start with. The singers name is David Draiman he was professionally trained as a Jewish cantor hence his control,range and power to his vocals. Disturbed is a heavy metal/rock band with a very large catalog if you want the heavy side listen to Down with the Sickness mild version (the adult lol version is pretty disturbing no pun intended),The Vengeful One is also a good one. You want a toned down rock version I suggest The Light it has a very powerful message and Hold On To Memories is another great one. Keep up the good work look forward to more from you. God bless you and yours.
Thank you so much! And it was definitely a happy surprise on my end. I think I'm more on the mild side of metal (for now), so I'll definitely look into these. The Light and Hold On To Memories has been recommended more than once so they're definitely on the list!
I am so glad I found your channel; you are a pleasure to watch. I enjoy the fact that you are honest and genuine and allow yourself to get emotional when a song hits you. I noticed that with your "Hi Ren" reaction earlier. I am looking forward to more content from you, and I hope you will proceed down the Ren rabbit hole because it will introduce you to a lot of amazing artists who collaborated with Ren on various projects. As for the "Disturbed" performance, it is one of my favorites, and the official music video of "The Sound of Silence is also great and worth checking out.
Thank you, that's so kind of you to say!! I'm definitely adding Ren to the list. I try and do about 10 videos at a time, so we won't see another Ren video until 11-20. But I'll slip one in there for sure!
thanks to Simon & Garfunkel for writing this classic over 50 years ago, making it possible for Disturbed, Pentatonix and others to re-interpret the message....that society was becoming de-personalized, withdrawn and accepting of "silence" to the realities of the world........
Great reaction! Just a little reaction tip if your using RUclips you can use keyboard shortcuts to navigate the video. (Space = Pause, Left Arrow = Back 5 seconds, Right Arrow - Forward 5 seconds). Whenever you need to pause run the video back 5 to 10 seconds to pickup just before you paused so you can hear any changes. With all that said, wonderful reaction. I would love to see your reaction to Heilung - Anoana
Oh and on the subject of covers, nine inch nails did a song called hurt, now I'm not a big 9⃣ inch nails fan but I did like hurt, Johnny Cash did a cover of this song before he died, it was basically his swan song, have you heard it? If you haven't you should, it's amazing, it actually always makes me cry, the video is amazing, very visually heartfelt.
I was 16 when S & G produced this song. I used to sing along to this and got angry at the same place that David did. I was only introduced to this version in the last year by my son and I can't stop listening to it. His voice is amazing and the emotion it produces in you is powerful. I love watching people hearing it for the first time.
Hello beautiful lady, Wow is definitely the right word for this song and no none of their other music sounds like this. More hard core. I have a recommendation for you Journey Live in houston 1981 Mother, Father is the song title.
His intensity increased towards the latter part of this song.......which made his performance even more better. I absolutely loved his version of this song. Your reaction was perfect!!
As a Gen X'er myself, welcome to the wonderful world of the Power Ballad(or some people call it Monster Ballad) It is a grand tradition spanning decades. Most metal band lead singers have a 5 octave range, including Disturbed's David Draiman, he was also classically trained as a cantor, which is why he can get those pure notes, even after the graveling/growling grit the he is doing correctly that doesn't damage his vocal chords which is amazing. This might be my new fav powerballad too, which is saying something because my previous favs have held for decades =)
I've by a few musicians that this version is the modern day standard of this classic song. The RUclips and Tik Tok artist Bobby Bass did a bass cover of this version last year. Absolutely fantastic job. Worthwhile for a reaction.
I was a 16 year United States Navy seal I served in combat many times now that I’m older and I feel those scars what they call PTSD this song personifies what those of us that have PTSD feel like something is missing something deep within us is changed. I love this song because it explains me.
...hav always loved Disturbed...saw them in concert...when I 1st heard this rendetion...was absolutely floored...knew his voice was powerful n piercing...but...lije U said...WOW...
This is the second of your videos that I have watched. It makes me happy that it is another profoundly religious song. That these two masterpieces have entered the world gives me hope for us to survive what's coming.
This song is about the darkness we feel when we are unable to communicate with each other, specifically relationships.. I had to look that up. To me it always felt like the truest despair imaginable...feeling alone
Being a poet who has been highly influenced by Paul Simon, I listened to this song when it first came out and realized the importance of it. Paul and Art sang it with their happy, poppy combination of harmonies, and I think the warning was lost on the ears who heard it. David and Disturbed, decades later, retuned with the admonishment of our deafness too Paul's cry to action. If one does not listen for the meaning in a song, just tap their toe to the beat, they miss some of the greatest depth of human spirit to which they might ever be exposed. David forces you to hear them. You cannot ignore them. And you mustn't! By the way, he was ill when he performed this.
saw them in hershey pa in 2019. they are a MUST SEE live!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! the turn up the amps during the show until the amps........."younger people wont get this"! they get to 11!!!!!!!!!!
I completely understand what you meant about his voice here. It brings tears to my eyes every single time I hear this song. For a band known for their hard rock music this was impeccably done and so beautiful and moving. 🤘🏻🔥💥🙏🏻
Not only are you absolutely gorgeous, but you provide such an incredible vibe. Thank you for sharing this first-hand take on such a powerful rendition of a masterpiece.
Total WOW GOOSE BUMP right?!!! I grew up with Simon & Garfunkel and my fav Metals band ✊👊fists in the air “DISTURBED”!!! They brought to light another Artists message who “predicted” today ~ what happened to eye contact in-person stimulation? People look down not around it’s the consumption of “tech” world yah! look look David up he was a “cantor” and his respect for such and family you shall read, this re~make displays the Class and Justice of another Artist.
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This cover hit close to one billion people on a deep level for years.
Forget 1 billion, just think of all the people who have heard it through reactors like this
What do you mean by deep? If it were really that deep people would walk away from their devices and go back to face-to-face conversations.
Can you imagine showing up for the Conan show and this is the musical performance you get?
People there had no idea what they were about to experience.
Literally a moment in life that would stay with you
David killed this song. Its the most powerful cover ever produced by anyone.
May I direct you to the Johnny Cash cover of "Hurt" by Nine Inch Nails? It was Johnny's last song and video ever recorded. It was his "goodbye" to the world. Very powerful.
Owned it totally.
@@bored312 Definitely one of the best covers of all time, thought for a while it was his actual song.
This is possibly the greatest cover EVER! As a big, tough, 50 something, I cry every time I hear this. So emotional
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David's voice is stunning. A spine tingling performance of an amazing song 🎵 👏
It's very rare that a cover is better than the original, but this is such an occasion IMHO.
This and Blackpink's cover of Miguel's Sure Thing! Usurp the original
The most common word that reviewers say after watching this is 'WOW! It's all we can all say when overpowered by the emotions it gives.
Paul Simon, I read, said this version was the best rendition of his song he’s heard. That’s quite an acknowledgement if you ask me. This guy killed it. Great reaction
Same! That’s the ultimate compliment.
I love Disturbed's version ❤
One of the best song renditions I have ever heard. 👍🏼
In fact, he went on to say that this song was no longer his and that it belonged to disturbed.
nope he did not said such a thing@@RedHand47
As a child of the 50s, I grew up with S&G in their prime. This is an unbelievable version of this song, I never imagined that I could like anything more than the original. I've checked out Disturbed's music previously - not really my cup of tea - but chapeau to the singer in particular for this gloriously emotional rendition.
The only objection I ever had about the original (and I'm old enough to have been very familiar with it) is that the lyrics are pretty gritty but it's performed in a "kumbaya" style that robs it of the lyrical impact.
This version perfectly solves that issue.
I’ve only recently heard this version of the sound of silence, and it hit me hard emotionally, since I first heard it I have watched probably over 100 reaction videos, and the vast majority of those are shocked, bye pure emotion of the song sung by the lead singer of Disturbed David Draiman, after doing a little bit more research, what makes it even more incredible is that on the day this was broadcast he was suffering with a 102° fever!
When you look at the meaning of the words, you can understand why it is so emotive, Paul Simon wrote this in 1964, as a warning to society that communication was important. This was at the height of the civil rights movement and the start of the Vietnam war , he recently said that he and Garfunkel sang the song with the voice of an angel to give a warning, he said that when David sang it, it was with the voice of an avenging angel, wielding, a sword of anger, because people had not heeded the warning!
After this broadcast, he tweeted David now owns this song, and should take it forward for people to hear the warning.
Wow, that is incredible! I didn’t know that. I agree with Paul Simon, it really did feel more like an avenging angel… that is such a perfect way to describe it.
And I love when other singer/songwriters hear their songs covered by other artists and can feel like it’s been transformed, and that the song has been passed on.
That is one of the best things about art. It’s timeless! It inspires people, it can be shaped into something new, or it can be revived and feel new for a different generation. 🤍
Another note...at one point, the sound crew of the show applied Auto-Tuning....which David Draiman did not want. Also, if you get a chance, check out the office video for this as well....very powerful.
He did an interview on the "Charismatic Voice" channel. He said he had a throat lesion. Nothing about being sick or a fever.
@@KoalityReactions Greenwich village NYC Sunday music in the park 1961😊
I wouldn't have expected anyone else to have burnt thru all the other reaction videos. I really do not know how to explain why I am drawn to everyone's reaction to Disturbed covering this song. It is just that powerful.
I cried the first time I heard this. Amazing performance and version of this song. Great reaction too.
Yeah, so much emotion behind it! Amazing performance.
I still cry and I have listened to it more times than I can count
Disturbed has a way of making you feel with all of their music. Its a fabulous rabbit hole to go down, especially with their wide array of covers and original songs. Look into songs like the light, hold on to memories, or a reason to fight if you want to cry
I agree! And thank you for the recommendations - will definitely be looking into these soon!
More Disturbed? Here we go...
I'm looking forward to seeing this!!
It's amazing that he was quite sick during this performance. Most vocalists would be happy to have this performance while completely healthy.
Agreed! Killed it, even when he wasn't feeling well. A true professional artist!
I heard his fever was very high... they almost canceled the performance but he insisted
@@gabrielstratton1775l saw in a interview at He had a polyp or something like that on one of his Vocals and had to change the he sang for that reason he sounded a bit different.
@@ericgaudet5488 It was a "lesion."
@@unknownrider3071 ok
David is one of the most talented vocalists in rock/metal today. Thanks for the reaction!
Totally agree, so talented!
This masterpiece of a performance doesn’t just penetrate your ears it penetrates your soul. I can’t count how many times I have listened to this particular performance. It’s a masterpiece. I’ve read that this video is the most watched video ever from the Conan show. I believe this song (not this particular live performance) has been watched over 800 MILLION times on RUclips.
This version of Sound of Silence is akin to a religious experience, in an Old Testament kind of way.
I agree with you on that.
The beginning of the song, his voice is as soothing as a cat purring.
And the video just passed ONE BILLION views! I have personally viewed it close to a hundred times and each time it touches me deeply...and no song has ever done that before.
Truly EPIC!!! I'm glad you picked THIS version!!! I saw Disturbed in concert some years ago, they are GREAT live!!! This song showed a new side to their music and David Draiman's classically trained voice mixed w/ the metal voice!!!
Ugh his voice!!!!! Can’t get enough. Excited to listen to more of their stuff!
I’ve seen them a few times and they are so good live! Sounds exactly the same as the record
@@KoalityReactions All the reaction videos: = they all say "I didn't expect this......I anticiipated something else." The first time I heard this version was one night years ago about 3 am in the morning, half awake lisstening to a break on an overnite talk show. After the break, it went right into this song version, and boy did I wake up quickly ! I did not believe how cool it was to hear the cover of Paul's song. I immediately emailed a friend I used to play music Paul's music with (hadn't contacted him in years) to tell him he's got to listen to this version.
If Paul Simon wrote that song to us all as a warning, as most people think it is, this was the rendition he had in mind if that warning was ignored.
I concur. Orginal version was a faster tempo was a warning this has anger the the warnings were ignored.
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That's what Er... Simon said!
Life is not only what you make it. The view is the film that is cultivated in the mind.
Disturbed is by far my favorite band for hard rock. Even though this diverges from their main style I’ve listened to this song so many times and each time I get goosebumps! Even watched a lot of people reacting to it and the expressions are awesome!
Crazy how she picked THE best performance of this song by them David Draiman had the flue when he sang this and it added some gruff in his voice and the acoustics were amazing there as well!
Double whammy with this performance. David was recovering from the flu, and also had a lesion on his vocal folds that was quite painful. After this performance, he had surgery to fix the lesion, but he did an interview on The Charismatic Voice's channel where he talked about having to work around it. And this one show moved so many people, even though he was nowhere near 100%. I don't think anyone has ever really heard everything he's capable of. It's possible he doesn't even know.
Davids vocal fry is outstanding,the power he infers when doing that is absolutely amazing and such a great message for these times..excellent reaction,thanks..
I agree with the comment below-watch their official video, the visuals are incredible!
David Draiman studied in a Jewish Yeshiva including singing.
I’ve only seen his videos of performances but he talks about overcoming drug addiction and has invited audience members backstage to talk to them.
Disturbed’s song A Reason to Fight is about fighting addiction and is amazing!
Another amazing video is Hold Onto the Memories about mourning those who have passed and is BEAUTIFUL!
I enjoyed your reaction👍
If this doesn’t give you chills your not human
You are correct. This is a beautiful version of a classic song; I have to add my dear that your reaction was beautiful as well.
Such an emotional version; full of anger, determination, yet mixed with sadness and hope in a mixture of controlled aggression.
Thank you.
I have listened to this many times. He does such a fantastic job. The meaning of this song is Spiritual to me . Thank you
The visuals of their official video for this are very powerful and help to convey their interpretation of this classic.
Just attended a concert by Disturbed last night. What a band they are. Draiman's voice is so compelling, and, man, can these guys rock. Many of their songs are a lot heavier, but there are quiet a few that are more like a lovely ballad. I think you will enjoy your Disturbed journey.
I have a very good friend that got us the backstage VIP in Bristow on the 9th so I got to meet them all and it was such a trip
Lucky!@@clfoster82
This a beautiful cover...The fact that he also had the flu I think that it really helped his emotions and showed us the pain in his eyes some singers sing the lyrics...Other singers sing the song...First time I heard this cover I went from having goose bumps to out right crying...Imagine a veteran being emotional the only other time I teared up was when Chris Stapleton sung the Star Spangled Banner at the Super Bowl
Yeah someone he mentioned he had a fever during this performance! He's a true professional, giving his all even when he feels under the weather. I'm glad you connected with this performance so much!
The Sound of Silence is widely regarded as one of the most poetic and profound songs from the 1960s.
It was written by Paul Simon, who was 21 years old at the time and later recorded and performed by the legendary duo of Simon & Garfunkel in 1964.
It speaks of the disconnection and loneliness that can be felt in modern society. The song deals with feelings of loneliness and isolation and evokes feelings of introspection and contemplation.
The first verse sets the tone:
"Hello darkness, my old friend
I’ve come to talk with you again
Because a vision softly creeping
Left its seeds while I was sleeping
And the vision that was planted in my brain still remains within the sound of silence.”
The lyrics suggest that through introspect the speaker is subconsciously talking to his own inner darkness about embracing the silence brought about by his self ostracizing behavior leaving a vision of loneliness and isolation planted in his mind. And he is trying to make sense of it. The speaker is seeking clarity and understanding.
The second verse expands on this theme by talking about people who “talk without speaking” and “hear without listening.” The song is about the disconnect between people, such as himself, who are lost in their own subconscious conversations who can be physically present but emotionally absent. The speaker is lamenting that people are so consumed by their own thoughts and concerns that they fail to connect with one another.
The third verse of the song is perhaps the most poignant. The lyrics speak of “the sound of silence” and how it can be “like a cancer that grows.” The silence that the speaker is referring to is the silence between people, the inability to connect on a deeper level. The song is about the urgent need to break the silence and connect with one another, to bridge the gap that separates us.
The speaker seeks clarity and understanding, but he is doing it in isolation. The Sound of Silence is a powerful reminder of the importance of human connection. The song speaks to a universal truth that is as relevant today as it was when it was first recorded in 1964. It is a message that resonates with people of all ages and backgrounds, reminding us that we are not alone in our struggles. The song is a call to action, urging us to break the silence, to reach out to one another, and to find a way to reconnect.
In today’s modern world, where communication is increasingly dominated by technology and social media, the message of The Sound of Silence is more critical than ever. Despite all the tools at our disposal, we are becoming increasingly disconnected from one another. These lyrics encourage listeners to break the silence and reconnect with humanity.
Happy to be along for the ride. And what a performance to start with! I still get chills watching this.
Jenna, Disturbed are usually a heavy metal band, so this tribute to Simon & Garfukel was a real departure from the kind of things they normally produce. The lead singer, David Draiman, was originally a trained cantor in the Jewish religion, and although his family wanted him to continue in the faith, he chose to go into rock music instead. I heard after this particular performance, he was in tears backstage as the raw emotion of the song overpowered him, and of course feeling really sick at the time, everything hit him at once. I also heard (and there's no way of proving it) that Paul Simon himself heard this amazing version of his song, and told David that he now 'owned it' and I'd love that to be true. What a lovely reaction Jenna. You're a natural! 😄 🙋♂
Both versions are awesome. I think you will be shocked at the depth of most metal bands. When you actually hear what the songs are about.
Can you just imagine going to the Conan show and THIS was the performing guests. Just so powerful.
David Draiman...amazing vocals! The man can sing... man, he can even put vibrato on distortion! ....which is incredibly difficult to do. Only know a few that can do that... and they don't do it as well or as frequently. Get goosebumps every time I hear this! Well done DD! Liked your reaction KR.
You just earned a sub. Some “reactors” on here can’t go more than 10-12 seconds without hearing the sound of their own voice. Thankfully you don’t do that, and it is greatly appreciated! I get a feeling some of these “reactors” are some of the biggest narcissists on the planet.
Ahaha Thank you, that’s so kind! 🤍 Although to be fair, I think most people are trying to beat the copyright laws (which it doesn’t really help with, as far as I’m aware), and/or boost their watch time by trying to keep people engaged. The higher your watch time, the more your videos are recommended in the algorithm. It’s a confusing space!
Appreciate you!
Your reaction was the way many reactors react. Wowed. Not expecting. Goosebumps. Stunned and almost speachless at the end. The expectation of what a heavy metal band might do... Then the wow at the beauty and emotion in their cover is absolutely outstanding. They are amazing!
You chose a doosy for a first ever reaction. The most viewed, I believe🥰
Everything else you react to will likely never compare. Rather that saving the best for last, you started with the best❤❤
You really picked a giant song for your first reaction. I remember when the original hit the radio in my youth. These guys really took the lyrics and made the song greater than before.
I heard them live for the first time in Stockholm this summer and it was one of the best concerts I've been to despite the arena not being the greatest (and I've been to many concerts). Both Disturbed and S&G are musical Gods in my house and I love both versions. Interestingly I feel that Disturbed's version really highlights the lyrics.
Tip: a quick left arrow press after a pause to start 5 seconds earlier makes it feel more cohesive. Still a nice reaction!
I also was hearing the band for the first time while having heard the original song a lot of times, and you did a good job of summarising my own similar thoughts after hearing it! Also, it's fine to keep on repelling the technology like a pro, while simultaneously attracting the masses to your content! 😂
Oh my gosh! RUclips will not stop buffering! I literally tried everything. Updated my drivers, tried a different browser, changed settings in Google Chrome to help RUclips, changed the quality settings on RUclips. Nothing would work! I started losing my mind. So I just decided to push through and let everyone know I repel technology. 😂
That’s so fun you hadn’t heard this one either! I can’t believe how much I liked his voice on this song. It definitely gave it a different meaning.
David may be the main vocalist for a rock band, Disturbed.... but he has an amazing voice
Yes it was beautiful. Moving in ways I can’t explain. Almost tears.
They did that very, very well. Amazing 👍
9:30 The face when you weren't sure if you were going to like something and now you're concerned with how much you enjoyed it.
LOL
Always get goosebumps on this live version especially when the growl comes out.
This is quite simply one of the most well written songs of all time. When matched with a performance of this quality and on such a grand scale with the orchestra etc, i honestly feel without exageration, that this is one of perhaps the top 5 songs of all time, if not THE best. Awe inspiring
I never fail to just fall for this song. Perfect combination of instruments and voice. Like climbing a mountain for a rainbow.
David Draiman is a great singer and an absolute profession. It is his training as a Hassan I think that allows him to bring an almost religious element to this song that creates a very emotional impact. It is well worth your time to investigate more of Distrubed's material. He currently on tour with another band called Jinjer. You should react to their song "Pisces" (Live session, Napalm records). You will like it.
ooooooh AH AH AH AH!
Disturbed is one hell of a show. I saw their Music As A Weapon tour in 2011 at Hammerstein Ballroom in NYC. The place was jam packed.
Probably one of the best songs ever written and the best version I've ever heard
Wonderful first reaction,a great band and song to start with. The singers name is David Draiman he was professionally trained as a Jewish cantor hence his control,range and power to his vocals. Disturbed is a heavy metal/rock band with a very large catalog if you want the heavy side listen to Down with the Sickness mild version (the adult lol version is pretty disturbing no pun intended),The Vengeful One is also a good one. You want a toned down rock version I suggest The Light it has a very powerful message and Hold On To Memories is another great one. Keep up the good work look forward to more from you. God bless you and yours.
Thank you so much! And it was definitely a happy surprise on my end. I think I'm more on the mild side of metal (for now), so I'll definitely look into these. The Light and Hold On To Memories has been recommended more than once so they're definitely on the list!
I am so glad I found your channel; you are a pleasure to watch. I enjoy the fact that you are honest and genuine and allow yourself to get emotional when a song hits you. I noticed that with your "Hi Ren" reaction earlier. I am looking forward to more content from you, and I hope you will proceed down the Ren rabbit hole because it will introduce you to a lot of amazing artists who collaborated with Ren on various projects. As for the "Disturbed" performance, it is one of my favorites, and the official music video of "The Sound of Silence is also great and worth checking out.
Thank you, that's so kind of you to say!! I'm definitely adding Ren to the list. I try and do about 10 videos at a time, so we won't see another Ren video until 11-20. But I'll slip one in there for sure!
thanks to Simon & Garfunkel for writing this classic over 50 years ago, making it possible for Disturbed, Pentatonix and others to re-interpret the message....that society was becoming de-personalized, withdrawn and accepting of "silence" to the realities of the world........
This song reduces me to tears every single time I hear it.
Great rendition....great first reaction...You're a natural Jenna...❤
Thank you, that’s so kind!
Great reaction! Just a little reaction tip if your using RUclips you can use keyboard shortcuts to navigate the video. (Space = Pause, Left Arrow = Back 5 seconds, Right Arrow - Forward 5 seconds). Whenever you need to pause run the video back 5 to 10 seconds to pickup just before you paused so you can hear any changes. With all that said, wonderful reaction. I would love to see your reaction to Heilung - Anoana
Oh and on the subject of covers, nine inch nails did a song called hurt, now I'm not a big 9⃣ inch nails fan but I did like hurt, Johnny Cash did a cover of this song before he died, it was basically his swan song, have you heard it?
If you haven't you should, it's amazing, it actually always makes me cry, the video is amazing, very visually heartfelt.
Good job on your first reaction! You did a great job🙂And, very good choice for your first music to react to!
I was 16 when S & G produced this song. I used to sing along to this and got angry at the same place that David did. I was only introduced to this version in the last year by my son and I can't stop listening to it. His voice is amazing and the emotion it produces in you is powerful. I love watching people hearing it for the first time.
Tears every time. So beautiful
The best way I know how to describe this performance is that it's the best cover of their epic cover of Simon & Garfunkel's masterpiece.
Hello beautiful lady, Wow is definitely the right word for this song and no none of their other music sounds like this. More hard core. I have a recommendation for you Journey Live in houston 1981 Mother, Father is the song title.
You like strings, A full orchestra, to much heaven by the bee gees bring tears to my eyes. this one does too
I've seen it said best, Simon and Garfunkel have us a warning, but David Draymond rocked us to our soul with an accusation
God asked David if he wanted the voice of an angel or a devil. David said "Yes."
I love this
Loved it!! Super amazing koala!!!
David was sick with the flu and had a fever of 102. He was awesome!❤
I never liked the original version. But this gives me goosebumps. Disturbed ROCKS!!!
His intensity increased towards the latter part of this song.......which made his performance even more better. I absolutely loved his version of this song. Your reaction was perfect!!
Yeah dear...it Was Incredible, amazing Speechless...congrats. 😘😉😄👏👏👏
As a Gen X'er myself, welcome to the wonderful world of the Power Ballad(or some people call it Monster Ballad) It is a grand tradition spanning decades. Most metal band lead singers have a 5 octave range, including Disturbed's David Draiman, he was also classically trained as a cantor, which is why he can get those pure notes, even after the graveling/growling grit the he is doing correctly that doesn't damage his vocal chords which is amazing. This might be my new fav powerballad too, which is saying something because my previous favs have held for decades =)
Welcome to the wonderful world of metal!
You will find there will be something for everyone, and a presentation style for every emotion.
This song really helps especially this version from a man who struggles with PTSD l been in that Dark place.
I've by a few musicians that this version is the modern day standard of this classic song. The RUclips and Tik Tok artist Bobby Bass did a bass cover of this version last year. Absolutely fantastic job. Worthwhile for a reaction.
I was a 16 year United States Navy seal I served in combat many times now that I’m older and I feel those scars what they call PTSD this song personifies what those of us that have PTSD feel like something is missing something deep within us is changed. I love this song because it explains me.
...hav always loved Disturbed...saw them in concert...when I 1st heard this rendetion...was absolutely floored...knew his voice was powerful n piercing...but...lije U said...WOW...
Down with the sickness is 1 of disturbed greatest songs
This is the second of your videos that I have watched. It makes me happy that it is another profoundly religious song. That these two masterpieces have entered the world gives me hope for us to survive what's coming.
The original you heard the words. This version you feel the words.
This song is about the darkness we feel when we are unable to communicate with each other, specifically relationships..
I had to look that up. To me it always felt like the truest despair imaginable...feeling alone
Hey beautyfull!! Good reaction!!!! An amazing cover/tribute. Thanks. Greettings from Argentina
Being a poet who has been highly influenced by Paul Simon, I listened to this song when it first came out and realized the importance of it. Paul and Art sang it with their happy, poppy combination of harmonies, and I think the warning was lost on the ears who heard it. David and Disturbed, decades later, retuned with the admonishment of our deafness too Paul's cry to action. If one does not listen for the meaning in a song, just tap their toe to the beat, they miss some of the greatest depth of human spirit to which they might ever be exposed. David forces you to hear them. You cannot ignore them. And you mustn't! By the way, he was ill when he performed this.
Their film clip is phenomenonal in telling the story too.
@@bab3132 Absolutely, very moving.
saw them in hershey pa in 2019. they are a MUST SEE live!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! the turn up the amps during the show until the amps........."younger people wont get this"! they get to 11!!!!!!!!!!
I completely understand what you meant about his voice here. It brings tears to my eyes every single time I hear this song. For a band known for their hard rock music this was impeccably done and so beautiful and moving. 🤘🏻🔥💥🙏🏻
Not only are you absolutely gorgeous, but you provide such an incredible vibe. Thank you for sharing this first-hand take on such a powerful rendition of a masterpiece.
Um wow. That is SO nice, thank you!! Truly appreciate this kind comment. 🤍🤍🤍🤍
That was a Master Class on Story telling. 🖤
Awesome rendition of a classic! Love it!
i almost wet my pants first time i heard it. i had to get the album and listened persistently for a week.
wow....is right, i think!
I must have seen 50 different reactions to this song. And 90% of the time "Wow" is the first word they say! Nice reaction
Welcome to reactions 😊 I love that song and both versions original and disturbed version I love very much 😍 thanks 👍
That was a great reaction I enjoyed it. If you love string instruments you DEFINITELY need to check out two chellos thunderstruck you'll love it
It's a master class on the emotional build 😮
Total WOW GOOSE BUMP right?!!! I grew up with Simon & Garfunkel and my fav Metals band ✊👊fists in the air “DISTURBED”!!! They brought to light another Artists message who “predicted” today ~ what happened to eye contact in-person stimulation? People look down not around it’s the consumption of “tech” world yah! look look David up he was a “cantor” and his respect for such and family you shall read, this re~make displays the Class and Justice of another Artist.
Need to see their cover of sting's "If I loss my Fatih in You!"
He just blew her mind and we know it. ❤
I find the official video even more powerful but this is good too.