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Polo I love what you do keep bringing it to us Damian has a voice that won't quit I get chills to the Backbone shed some tears 4 this song will never be covered like that Again👌🚀🚀🚀🚀🤯📢📢📢📢📢
I love Disturbed , great singer.. trained formally . their concerts are hard rock with excellent musicians..arrangements cool, and singing is bad ass.. prefer this Sound of Silence
I'm over 70 years old, so I remember when Simon and Garfunkel released this song. I was not overly optimistic when I heard of this cover. But when I heard it my jaw dropped, they had taken the original and transformed it from a warning to a condemnation!!! It hit hard because it pointed out how my generation had failed to fulfill the dreams we had!!
Same bit younger at 65 and Simon and Garfunkel were one of my favourites growing up. I only first watched and heard this version in past couple of years and was astounded. So different but so so powerful. I keep coming back to listen to this version. Just shows we should all be open minded :)
I'm 66, & the first time I heard Disturbed's version I realized how much grief and anger I feel over how the dreams of the '60s & '70s were so poorly realized.
I'm 62 yrs old and I loved Simon and Garfunkles version, but this version moved me to tears the first time I heard it. This is so powerful and so beautiful to me.
I have watched hundreds of reactions to this song and it never gets old. David comes from a long line of Jewish Cantors. He was professionally trained to preserve his vocals but on a human note, he is not tattooed out of respect for his heritage, especially his grandfather and removes his piercings when with them. Mad respect to his talent as well as to the man. On the Conan live he actually had to sit. He had just been. Released from the hospital, still had fever and yet. Delivered what was a spectacular performance! Simon said its as much David's as his now. Theirs was a warning....David's is what happens and the anger because the warning wasn't heard...
First time I heard David sing this rendition, I was at work. I stopped dead in my tracks. By the end I was covered with chill bumps and crying. Thank you for appreciating this masterpiece.
He also had an injury that forever altered his voice. I think it was an incredibly bad case of acid reflux that began deteriorating his throat from the inside.
I was thinking while watching this that he must've been classically trained. This might be my all-time favorite song. Every time I watch it I get goosebumps.
The original song by Simon and Garfunkel was a warning to people, this version is the result of nobody listening to that warning. This one gives me goosebumps every time I listen to it and I’ve heard it about 100 times. I really love how Disturbed treated this cover and kept it true to the original, so many bands would have turned it into something more akin to the genre they usually do and the song would loose all meaning. Great reaction to a great cover.
Being a classically trained Jewish cantor, he can hit all the notes and with the power and anger the song evokes. Simon and Garfunkel version was a warning. This version reflects the anger behind not heeding that warning.
@Ryan Critchlow - I'm a bit of a purist when it comes to song remakes... but I recently discovered this one, as well as their cover of Land of Confusion. Both songs were fantastic as originals, but I have to admit, Disturbed took them both to another level. I think your assessment about the original and the cover being "Warning" and "result of ignoring the warning" is spot on. When I saw the video for Land of Confusion, I called my wife into the room, and said, "This is the most 'Pink Floyd's The Wall' video without actually being made by Pink Floyd"... She didn't argue with me about that viewpoint. Honestly, I'm only recently getting into 90s metal, post Grunge. I always loved 80s "hair metal", and the offshoots of it from that time, until the early 90s. I was in my 20s from 1987 until 1997, but the music didn't really connect with me at the time. I don't know why, but it's really hitting me now, in my mid 50s.
He is a classically Trained Cantor... it shows. This is what happens when talent meets training. Vocal perfection is achieved with the ability to do whatever you want.
I’m a 73 year old grandma that starting following Disturbed when this video popped up on my TH-cam feed 2 years ago when everything was first shut down with the pandemic. Blown away! Of course I remember the video. Always enjoyed S & G back in the day but big fan of Rock since the 60s. Current favs are still the FooFighters, Imagine Dragons, Daughtry, and still appreciate Metallica and Pantera. Still a huge Rolling Stones fan. I’ve watched several of Disturbed’s live concerts on YT. I know a lot about lead singer David Draiman, but everything was covered by other comments, but no one mentioned that when this video came out in 2015, Paul Simon reached out to the band and practically said that they now own that song. He was quite pleased!
@@elizabethk6658 Dan Reynolds the lead singer is absolutely incredible! They had me at Radioactive! They’ve only gotten better. Still enjoy the FooFighters. Listen to Daughtry’s original studio version of Heavy is the Crown.
I saw an interview he did stating exactly that. He said after a show that he can't join in anything after the show with the rest of the band. He doesn't drink or join in the get togethers after the show because after two hours of singing he has to protect his voice and can't be trying to talk over people. He said it was like being a monk. Hearing Disturbed sing this song was also my first introduction to this band. Heard it inside a convenience store. The clerk had it playing. I couldn't get enough of listening to it. It was awesome. I don't usually listen to heavy metal but there was something about this man and this song. It was just awesome.
From what I learned this man was a cantor who sang in temple,the son of a rabbi. He left to pursue a career as a rock singer. I love his voice. Thanks for playing.
I LOVE the way DISTURBED sings it, LOVE the GRUFFNESS of his voice, he is trying to make people """THINK about what they are DOING with their life"""!!!!..., I was a teen when Simon and Garfunkel wrote it, liked it too!..., I LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE his fierceness!
He performed this live on Conan while still being sick after being released from the Hospital. The producers of the network show wanted to use Autotune and David Draiman the lead singer to Disturbed refused to do the performance if they used the autotune. And that performance is still unbelievable!
Paul Simon wrote this song, and Simon & Garfunkle initially recorded it. At the time, it was a commentary on society. David Draiman recorded it as a warning to current society; and how appropriate that was. Paul Simon personally thanked him, and so do I. Thanks for putting it out there again.
The first time I heard this rendition I actually pulled the car over because it brought goosebumps and chills. I HAD to know who sung this. I've been hooked on Disturbed from that moment on. Better then the original.
Please. Not better. The right rendition for a different time. The original was a 60s folk rock classic. It became an iconic anthem, resonating with the self-righteousness of the Boomer's emerging counterculture rebellion. Let's face it. We were spoiled brats and fucked things up worse than our parents!
I've been to concerts with Disturbed.. and yes he's definitely that powerful!! I absolutely love this band!! They're definitely one to go down fighting until the end!!!
The next song you should react to is "Down with the Sickness", but you have to do the uncensored album version because the music video cuts out almost the entire ending of the song which was deemed too violent for most people.
Definitely do a react to His Conan performance. As a first song of their's I recommend Down With The Sickness", but it needs to be the FULL version. I don't think there's a video of it, just a version on You Tube with the lyrics. But it really really really needs to be the FULL, unedited/Complete version. Without it it really lacks the true "soul" of the song.
David Draiman (singer here) sang this live on Conan's show (when he was recovering from a virus). Amazing. You're right that this is not the typical Disturbed metal song, but Disturbed's cover is retelling the story that S&G predicted nearly 60 years ago. Their lyrics tell of a society losing touch with one another, but in a softer folk-rock way. Disturbed's Draiman makes clear that their prediction was right and condemns what we've become. It seems more relevant today than it was in the mid-'60s. Our society is much more disconnected today. As someone who bought the original S&G album, I refused to listen to this cover for months. My mistake. Paul Simon himself said he loved Disturbed's cover. Thanks for playing and reacting.
Songs are all about the message they send. In these times of angst, this is how to be heard. I’m a huge S&G fan, I’m 73 yrs of age, & I’m now a major Disturbed fan. There’s no reason folk/message music can’t be screamed in your face and accompanied by tympani! Many’s the time I’ve screamed (for instance) “If I had a hammer.” Us folkies get angry, but Disturbed does it best. New songs are Fierce and wonderful.
I was just front row at a Disturbed concert and HOLY SHIT! Power and just pure drive is all I felt. It was epic! They did this song, and it was just as moving live as the studio version. These guys are amazing.
Seen this song played live twice, once with a small orchestra playing with him. He truly is a phenomenal singer and his words he speaks during their concerts are just a blessing.
yes. as a million others have said before...... not only does David Draiman have the range....... but he has complete control over his heavy metal voice shredding as well...... it's why it's an amazing song.
Aaahhhh welcome to the magical realm that is David Draiman lol. A classically trained metal singer. It literally doesn't matter what you listen to from his catalogue - everything is fire. Have fun with this band ❤️🇨🇦
David Draiman (singer) is widely considered among best metal vocalists of all time. Yes he puts on a whole show with this kind of sound and energy. They're most popularly requested song is probably "Down with the Sickness" but they have many great tunes. I've read it mused that S&G's version was a campy and fun way to reminding us all that as humans we need to learn to communicate more and not just bury our heads in TV and other such media to caution us against what the world could look like if we don't try to talk to each other. Disturbed's version is anger and despair because we didn't fkn listen!
This singing is second nature to him. He's able to do this over and over again. I do not like Disturbed a lot, but I give him significant amount of credit for being an insanely talented vocalist.
Notice the sun rising as the boat crosses to the distance shore to meet the song writers that are ready for instruments to play their songs. Love this video!!
Disturbed may be heavy metal, but the music is not only powerful but has a strong social conscience with impactful messages. Yes, David Draiman's voice is indeed, that powerful. As the lead singer, he performs with this power live. I do hope you will explore their music and videos; well worth it.
Simon and Garfunkel have actually come out and said they appreciate Drainman's version so much they feel it is better than their own! This is without a doubt one of my all time favorite songs. I love your selection of vibes the video gave you. Same here, definite 300 vibes!!!!
you want to know what i love about this video,? i just love watching your face as this beautiful bald man is singing this song,he is banging it out so wonderfully and i just love watching you listening because your facial expressions say it all
The lead singer has such a powerful voice and this version is so much better. Altho friends and family will hear it one day - but you have to listen to it with no distractions. This is wow!!!!
Witnessing this band play live is something I will never forget. They were just a blip on the screen when they came to Madison Wisconsin. Simply amazing. And this is coming from a woman that grew up with Simon and Garfunkel.
This hit like a ton of bricks. And came out during a difficult time in my life . To take Simon and Garfunkels little heart warming dity and transform it 8nto something that brings you to your knees and takes the wind out of you . Just amazing. I'd heard 9f th8s band over the years but never felt the magnitude of their scope till they churned this one to the top . Impressive. Heart felt and straight from their soul. They've got a new fan .
By the time they realeased this song they have been headline touring rock shows for a decade. With him already being a strong vocalist, he earned the vocal dexterity to record and perform a song like this
This is one of those rare covers that improves on the original, which is already a classic. David Draiman's voice is just something else!! As soon as I heard this cover I knew it was going right up there amongst my favourite songs of all time.
David Draiman has such an incredible voice! I literally feel it in my bones.....like rumbling thunder. I get goosebumps and tear up every single time I listen to this song....which is a lot 🖤🤘
If you're interested in another set with a great cover/different vibe - check out the 1994 NIN "Hurt" followed by the 2002 Johnny Cash "Hurt" - Same song - but what the two artist do with it is just cool to see.
When you think about it, The original was a warning, Danial's (yes that's his name) version says its already too late. Watch it again and follow the visuals because they alone tell a story. Paul told him, "This song is now yours".
I'm an 84 year old great grandma. I've listened to this recording so many times I've lost track. I get goose bumps, and sometimes tears, every time I listen to it. I've requested it to be played as I die and take my last breaths, which I hope is a long time away. David is the best!!
78 year old female here...I graduated high school when this song originally came out (1964). It was a "cute ditty" that really did not resonate with any of my age group...yeah, S & G got a new hit, yeah, it's cool, just sing along...snore. When I heard Disturbed's version a couple of years ago, I just sat in shock...the words actually spoke to me. I had been a bartender, cocktail waitress, musician all in New Orleans, finally joined the Air Force in 1973, spent more than 20 years in, did a lot of other "stuff" but it took this version of the song to Gibbs slap me and make me realize what S & G had actually written.
Love the original and Disturbed’s version equally. It’s like the music and the way they were sung was perfect for what was going on and the way the world was/is during the time of recording.
I first saw Disturbed when they opened for an old all female metal band called Kittie, at Club Soda in Montreal. I would put it around 2001, if memory serves me right. When they came out, they brought the lead singer out in a straight jacket strapped to an inclined stretcher and unbuckled him at the microphone. The presence he has on stage is incredible, and he legit holds his voice the entire way through. I got to meet with them back stage, he is a lot shorter than you would expect but an awesome human being. =) I love seeing people react to this song, it is a journey all unto it's own. If you have not yet, I highly suggest listening to Van Halen's Eruption. There is a live version, make sure to watch that one. It will blow your mind. Cheers!
I've seen them many times in concert and he sounds just like that. He is incredibly talented. From my experience, he is also both kind and gracious. The whole band is excellent imo, top tier.
When I was going through Confirmation, our Pastor played this song by the original band (Simon and Garfunkel) along with a few others, and wanted us to break down the words and meaning. I fell in love with the song. Forty so years later my granddaughter and I are listening to music that I’m playing for her. When it came to this song by the original band, she got so excited and said “I know this song, but someone else did it”. So after the original was over, she pulled up this version and played it for gramma. I felt Disturbed did a great rendition of this song, and it reached so many more people. ❤️
I use this version with my confirmation class! We talked a lot about the visuals as well...God being the writers and us being the musicians acting on His will, and how if we don't act. Very powerful!
Just about everyone who reacts to this song is blown away by David's vocals. I watched the Conan performance as well. Even though he wasn't feeling well, it was still awesome. I prefer this version because I think it shows the raw emotion more than the Conan one. IMO Thanks for the reaction!
This first time I ever heard of Disturbed was at Ozzfest 2000. Disturbed was there and yes, he sang with that much power the entire show. He is just AMAZING. You should do a reaction to Disturbed "Down with a Sickness". But this version of this song...he makes you realize how missed up this world is with all is technology. We don't communicate with other people anymore.
Okay this is a really good cover of this song. I love, and grew up listening to the Simon and Garfunkel version (60's baby). Paul Simon wrote this song and the lyrics are timeless, and hold true to what is happening in the world today.
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If you wonder if he can do this live, watch the Conan version.
@@chiefkaysee5720 Exactly! yes, he definitely can!
YES! It's actually better live, they were on a talk show and it insane, his vocals were much more toned, even the rasp.
Polo I love what you do keep bringing it to us Damian has a voice that won't quit I get chills to the Backbone shed some tears 4 this song will never be covered like that Again👌🚀🚀🚀🚀🤯📢📢📢📢📢
I love Disturbed , great singer.. trained formally .
their concerts are hard rock with excellent musicians..arrangements cool, and singing is bad ass.. prefer this Sound of Silence
I'm over 70 years old, so I remember when Simon and Garfunkel released this song. I was not overly optimistic when I heard of this cover. But when I heard it my jaw dropped, they had taken the original and transformed it from a warning to a condemnation!!! It hit hard because it pointed out how my generation had failed to fulfill the dreams we had!!
You didn't fail, you pushed every generation after you forward. ❤
Im 64 and I feel exactly the same. It is apocalyptic.
Same bit younger at 65 and Simon and Garfunkel were one of my favourites growing up. I only first watched and heard this version in past couple of years and was astounded. So different but so so powerful. I keep coming back to listen to this version. Just shows we should all be open minded :)
Totally agree!
I'm 66, & the first time I heard Disturbed's version I realized how much grief and anger I feel over how the dreams of the '60s & '70s were so poorly realized.
I'm 62 yrs old and I loved Simon and Garfunkles version, but this version moved me to tears the first time I heard it. This is so powerful and so beautiful to me.
I know - I almost feel like a traitor.
I've said to family and friends that they will hear this version one day - and if they know me well enough they should know when they will hear it 😊
I have watched hundreds of reactions to this song and it never gets old. David comes from a long line of Jewish Cantors. He was professionally trained to preserve his vocals but on a human note, he is not tattooed out of respect for his heritage, especially his grandfather and removes his piercings when with them. Mad respect to his talent as well as to the man.
On the Conan live he actually had to sit. He had just been. Released from the hospital, still had fever and yet. Delivered what was a spectacular performance!
Simon said its as much David's as his now. Theirs was a warning....David's is what happens and the anger because the warning wasn't heard...
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Beautifuly said dear.
Yes, well said.
Absolutely
First time I heard David sing this rendition, I was at work. I stopped dead in my tracks. By the end I was covered with chill bumps and crying. Thank you for appreciating this masterpiece.
Me too.
I cried .... and still do when I hear his version. His anger at our failure to keep promises and do better as a societ is so palpable.
@@mariannejones1023 That’s deep !!❤️
@@mariannejones1023 Me too. Every single time.
I cry everytime. We, The Pepsi Generation, were Duped from Day 1. We failed America. Our children have failed America's forefathers too.
David Draiman was trained as a Cantor. I love this man's voice, it is so rare to have such a baritone that soars so beautifully, like an angel.
OH! That explains so much!
🩵💙🩵💙accurate
He also had an injury that forever altered his voice. I think it was an incredibly bad case of acid reflux that began deteriorating his throat from the inside.
I was thinking while watching this that he must've been classically trained. This might be my all-time favorite song. Every time I watch it I get goosebumps.
His voice is everything 😍
Disturbed took this song to a whole new dimension that we didn't even know existed.
The original song by Simon and Garfunkel was a warning to people, this version is the result of nobody listening to that warning.
This one gives me goosebumps every time I listen to it and I’ve heard it about 100 times.
I really love how Disturbed treated this cover and kept it true to the original, so many bands would have turned it into something more akin to the genre they usually do and the song would loose all meaning.
Great reaction to a great cover.
Exactly
Being a classically trained Jewish cantor, he can hit all the notes and with the power and anger the song evokes. Simon and Garfunkel version was a warning. This version reflects the anger behind not heeding that warning.
I was at a concert, and it was exactly the same way!! So much power in his voice! Best band I ever saw!!!
@Ryan Critchlow - I'm a bit of a purist when it comes to song remakes... but I recently discovered this one, as well as their cover of Land of Confusion. Both songs were fantastic as originals, but I have to admit, Disturbed took them both to another level. I think your assessment about the original and the cover being "Warning" and "result of ignoring the warning" is spot on.
When I saw the video for Land of Confusion, I called my wife into the room, and said, "This is the most 'Pink Floyd's The Wall' video without actually being made by Pink Floyd"... She didn't argue with me about that viewpoint.
Honestly, I'm only recently getting into 90s metal, post Grunge. I always loved 80s "hair metal", and the offshoots of it from that time, until the early 90s. I was in my 20s from 1987 until 1997, but the music didn't really connect with me at the time. I don't know why, but it's really hitting me now, in my mid 50s.
Beautifully said 🤘🥰🔥
This is A GOD GIVEN TALENT!!❤❤❤❤⁶
David Draiman has one of the most powerful voices in metal. And yes, he absolutely performs like this live. It is an amazing experience to witness.
He is a classically Trained Cantor... it shows. This is what happens when talent meets training. Vocal perfection is achieved with the ability to do whatever you want.
I love Disturbed; I have several of their albums. The "messages" in their music are amazing.
He's got one of the most powerful voices in any kind of music.
@@kembo667 Facts!
@@arthurplane9682 Didn't know that. Training shows.
This version is sooooo powerful. Brings me to tears every time!!!
Me too!
I've heard this song THOUSANDS of times and get goosebumps every single time
Me too 😊
Would you say you've listened to it for at least...10,000 days? ☺
Me too. Also a grandma.
Ditto
I saw Disturbed last year, and he does go that hard in concert. It's amazing.
I’m a 73 year old grandma that starting following Disturbed when this video popped up on my TH-cam feed 2 years ago when everything was first shut down with the pandemic. Blown away! Of course I remember the video. Always enjoyed S & G back in the day but big fan of Rock since the 60s. Current favs are still the FooFighters, Imagine Dragons, Daughtry, and still appreciate Metallica and Pantera. Still a huge Rolling Stones fan. I’ve watched several of Disturbed’s live concerts on YT. I know a lot about lead singer David Draiman, but everything was covered by other comments, but no one mentioned that when this video came out in 2015, Paul Simon reached out to the band and practically said that they now own that song. He was quite pleased!
I’m 50. Same thing. Gramma and Gramp REALLY be rocking these days !!
Try Nightwish.
I'm 64 and l was blown away!! They do own it now. I loooove lmagine Dragons and all the gravelly voiced male singers.
@@elizabethk6658 Dan Reynolds the lead singer is absolutely incredible! They had me at Radioactive! They’ve only gotten better. Still enjoy the FooFighters. Listen to Daughtry’s original studio version of Heavy is the Crown.
I concur! Nightwish is another must watch the live version of the band too.
The lead singer carries that power through out the whole of a Disturbed concert.
If this doesn't get your heart beating, I don't know what would.
I saw an interview he did stating exactly that. He said after a show that he can't join in anything after the show with the rest of the band. He doesn't drink or join in the get togethers after the show because after two hours of singing he has to protect his voice and can't be trying to talk over people. He said it was like being a monk. Hearing Disturbed sing this song was also my first introduction to this band. Heard it inside a convenience store. The clerk had it playing. I couldn't get enough of listening to it. It was awesome. I don't usually listen to heavy metal but there was something about this man and this song. It was just awesome.
This cover of this song is so powerful and moving that Paul Simon himself had it posted on his own website.
Ah good to hear. I was always an S & G fan and I wondered what they would have thought. Such a different version and I love both.
@@mmckenzie8085i love this too. But it makes sense; it’s such an amazing cover and an ode to the original but with such a beautiful twist.
I thought he posted the live one with them on Conan
From what I learned this man was a cantor who sang in temple,the son of a rabbi. He left to pursue a career as a rock singer. I love his voice. Thanks for playing.
He is a trained classical singer.
I've seen them live in concert, they are just as good! His voice is amazing!
I LOVE the way DISTURBED sings it, LOVE the GRUFFNESS of his voice, he is trying to make people """THINK about what they are DOING with their life"""!!!!..., I was a teen when Simon and Garfunkel wrote it, liked it too!..., I LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE his fierceness!
This never gets old, man's voice is incredible.
He performed this live on Conan while still being sick after being released from the Hospital. The producers of the network show wanted to use Autotune and David Draiman the lead singer to Disturbed refused to do the performance if they used the autotune. And that performance is still unbelievable!
Paul Simon wrote this song, and Simon & Garfunkle initially recorded it. At the time, it was a commentary on society. David Draiman recorded it as a warning to current society; and how appropriate that was. Paul Simon personally thanked him, and so do I. Thanks for putting it out there again.
Thanks for telling this. I'm glad Paul likes it. It's powerful.
The first time I heard this rendition I actually pulled the car over because it brought goosebumps and chills. I HAD to know who sung this. I've been hooked on Disturbed from that moment on. Better then the original.
Please. Not better. The right rendition for a different time. The original was a 60s folk rock classic. It became an iconic anthem, resonating with the self-righteousness of the Boomer's emerging counterculture rebellion.
Let's face it. We were spoiled brats and fucked things up worse than our parents!
I've been to concerts with Disturbed.. and yes he's definitely that powerful!! I absolutely love this band!! They're definitely one to go down fighting until the end!!!
Seeing them August 29 in St. Louis can’t wait
This song rendition is pure perfection.
His voice is phenomenal.
Goosebumps! Every time!!!
Don't forget to drop a like on the way out if you think I should check out the live version. Thanks for watching you guys
The next song you should react to is "Down with the Sickness", but you have to do the uncensored album version because the music video cuts out almost the entire ending of the song which was deemed too violent for most people.
The live version is actually better.. Shocking as that sounds. 🤷
He definitely puts the full force of his voice into every concert. It's quite incredible
Definitely do a react to His Conan performance. As a first song of their's I recommend Down With The Sickness", but it needs to be the FULL version. I don't think there's a video of it, just a version on You Tube with the lyrics. But it really really really needs to be the FULL, unedited/Complete version. Without it it really lacks the true "soul" of the song.
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He has one of the most powerful voices ever
I had read the lead singer had a dream of singing the national anthem at the Superbowl. COULD YOU IMAGINE? It would be brilliant....
Not to happen under JoeBama.
Absolutely, it would completely epic
That was suggested by a fan.
He would erase much of the stain that Fergie put on it.
Perhaps he is too Jewish for joemamabaden.
David Draiman (singer here) sang this live on Conan's show (when he was recovering from a virus). Amazing. You're right that this is not the typical Disturbed metal song, but Disturbed's cover is retelling the story that S&G predicted nearly 60 years ago. Their lyrics tell of a society losing touch with one another, but in a softer folk-rock way. Disturbed's Draiman makes clear that their prediction was right and condemns what we've become. It seems more relevant today than it was in the mid-'60s. Our society is much more disconnected today. As someone who bought the original S&G album, I refused to listen to this cover for months. My mistake. Paul Simon himself said he loved Disturbed's cover. Thanks for playing and reacting.
Songs are all about the message they send. In these times of angst, this is how to be heard. I’m a huge S&G fan, I’m 73 yrs of age, & I’m now a major Disturbed fan. There’s no reason folk/message music can’t be screamed in your face and accompanied by tympani! Many’s the time I’ve screamed (for instance) “If I had a hammer.” Us folkies get angry, but Disturbed does it best. New songs are Fierce and wonderful.
❤ yessss
I was just front row at a Disturbed concert and HOLY SHIT! Power and just pure drive is all I felt. It was epic! They did this song, and it was just as moving live as the studio version. These guys are amazing.
This is the best cover of ALL time...if you ask me. :) I probably have heard it several hundred times...literally!
I agree 100%. They pay tribute to the original while adding so much to it. I find this version makes you listen and pay attention a lot more
For me this is the close second after Johnny Cash' "Hurt" cover
Its good, but Tools cover of No Quarter is the best cover.
This, John Cash’s ‘Hurt’ and Jeff Buckley’s ‘Hallelujah’
@@andrewf9322 I know these by heart!! Jeff Buckley was a GREAT artist, with a really good vocal!!!
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Simon and Garfunkel owns the words but this guy owns the sound. This is so moving. His sound is amazing 🤩
He is THAT powerful.
I could listen to this song every day
Yes he performs this song in concert amazingly.
Seen this song played live twice, once with a small orchestra playing with him. He truly is a phenomenal singer and his words he speaks during their concerts are just a blessing.
I don't care how many times I listen to this, it moves me hardcore and brings tears to my eyes
I love this group!! Disturbed version is my favorite rendition of the sound of silence
He sings this easily in concert!
yes. as a million others have said before...... not only does David Draiman have the range....... but he has complete control over his heavy metal voice shredding as well...... it's why it's an amazing song.
He did this in 1 take in the studio and shows such restraint and control and power in his live version too..give chills
Goose flesh every time I hear this. Not too many songs can be covered with dignity…this is one✌🏻
Aaahhhh welcome to the magical realm that is David Draiman lol. A classically trained metal singer. It literally doesn't matter what you listen to from his catalogue - everything is fire. Have fun with this band ❤️🇨🇦
He's a trained opera singer.....I love Disturbed....and this version of the song feels right.
He was supposed to be a Cantor as his Father & Grandfather.
“When you get to the final boss in a video game and he starts singing.”
Love it! Never would have thought of this comparison but it’s epic. 😃
Yes, he is a powerful singer!! He can do it on stage!
David Draiman (singer) is widely considered among best metal vocalists of all time. Yes he puts on a whole show with this kind of sound and energy.
They're most popularly requested song is probably "Down with the Sickness" but they have many great tunes.
I've read it mused that S&G's version was a campy and fun way to reminding us all that as humans we need to learn to communicate more and not just bury our heads in TV and other such media to caution us against what the world could look like if we don't try to talk to each other.
Disturbed's version is anger and despair because we didn't fkn listen!
ronnie james dio , bruce dickinson , rob halford might disagree
@@brucedickinson12 anyone who is in the running for the best would disagree and vote for themselves. I would put David in that list.
He absolutely performs this well live.
This singing is second nature to him. He's able to do this over and over again. I do not like Disturbed a lot, but I give him significant amount of credit for being an insanely talented vocalist.
You cannot go wrong with anything from Disturbed. This man's voice is EVERYTHING. ❤️
Check out his live version on The Conan O’Brien show
Notice the sun rising as the boat crosses to the distance shore to meet the song writers that are ready for instruments to play their songs. Love this video!!
Yes they can perform like that outside of studio…it’s nuts.
When David sings this live...you can hear a pin drop!
I’ve seen them in concert twice. They performed this both times. He kills it live! Every time! He is real and powerful. Kind and loves all.
Disturbed may be heavy metal, but the music is not only powerful but has a strong social conscience with impactful messages. Yes, David Draiman's voice is indeed, that powerful. As the lead singer, he performs with this power live. I do hope you will explore their music and videos; well worth it.
Simon and Garfunkel have actually come out and said they appreciate Drainman's version so much they feel it is better than their own! This is without a doubt one of my all time favorite songs.
I love your selection of vibes the video gave you. Same here, definite 300 vibes!!!!
you want to know what i love about this video,? i just love watching your face as this beautiful bald man is singing this song,he is banging it out so wonderfully and i just love watching you listening because your facial expressions say it all
Yes his voice is the same live he is a true powerful singer. This is how you rockout a soft song
The lead singer has such a powerful voice and this version is so much better. Altho friends and family will hear it one day - but you have to listen to it with no distractions. This is wow!!!!
Witnessing this band play live is something I will never forget. They were just a blip on the screen when they came to Madison Wisconsin. Simply amazing. And this is coming from a woman that grew up with Simon and Garfunkel.
This cover of The Sound of Silence always gives me chills. Man, it's powerful.
Yes, David definitely nailed this.
EPIC!!! The song, the singer, the instruments... ❤❤❤
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I love that song sung by David goosebumps every time it's awesome.
This hit like a ton of bricks. And came out during a difficult time in my life . To take Simon and Garfunkels little heart warming dity and transform it 8nto something that brings you to your knees and takes the wind out of you . Just amazing. I'd heard 9f th8s band over the years but never felt the magnitude of their scope till they churned this one to the top . Impressive. Heart felt and straight from their soul. They've got a new fan .
❤ it is amazing.
One of the most amazing bands I've ever seen in concert!!
Absolutely powerful! He's got the voice of an ANGEL.Well done .❤️
Someone else once said, When David was asked would you like the voice of an angel or a demon he simply replied…yes !
By the time they realeased this song they have been headline touring rock shows for a decade. With him already being a strong vocalist, he earned the vocal dexterity to record and perform a song like this
Next up by them would have to be "Down with a Sickness". Great reaction to one of the best covers of a song ever.
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My favorite one. Give it a listen.
Absolutely agreewith this. Great contrast, as what it's probably what they're best known for.
This is one of those rare covers that improves on the original, which is already a classic. David Draiman's voice is just something else!! As soon as I heard this cover I knew it was going right up there amongst my favourite songs of all time.
David Draiman has such an incredible voice! I literally feel it in my bones.....like rumbling thunder. I get goosebumps and tear up every single time I listen to this song....which is a lot 🖤🤘
His voice is powerful and soothing at the same time
I love how you are not only open to new music, but you share a lot of the same views as me. Love your reactions and breakdowns brother!
I love this version of the sound of silence. What a great voice
If you're interested in another set with a great cover/different vibe - check out the 1994 NIN "Hurt" followed by the 2002 Johnny Cash "Hurt" - Same song - but what the two artist do with it is just cool to see.
Disturbed is out of this world
When you think about it, The original was a warning, Danial's (yes that's his name) version says its already too late. Watch it again and follow the visuals because they alone tell a story. Paul told him, "This song is now yours".
I'm an 84 year old great grandma. I've listened to this recording so many times I've lost track. I get goose bumps, and sometimes tears, every time I listen to it. I've requested it to be played as I die and take my last breaths, which I hope is a long time away. David is the best!!
I have also requested it to be played upon my death And requested that everyone learn every word of it And sing it as loud as they possibly can
You should def check out their live performance on Conan. It's even better than the official music video.
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He had a bad cold and producers used autotune.... after he had them not to. Still amazing
78 year old female here...I graduated high school when this song originally came out (1964). It was a "cute ditty" that really did not resonate with any of my age group...yeah, S & G got a new hit, yeah, it's cool, just sing along...snore. When I heard Disturbed's version a couple of years ago, I just sat in shock...the words actually spoke to me. I had been a bartender, cocktail waitress, musician all in New Orleans, finally joined the Air Force in 1973, spent more than 20 years in, did a lot of other "stuff" but it took this version of the song to Gibbs slap me and make me realize what S & G had actually written.
They also did a cover of a Genesis song called Land of Confusion and it's AMAZING! David Draimon does Phil Collins justice in the vocals of that song.
Love both versions.
Your right.l can't imagine this song only being sung the VERY LAST SONG AT A CONCERT. WOW!!!
David Draiman is a phenomenal singer. I'm excited to see you react to more of Disturbed.
Yes..yes..yes!! The perform this in concert and it absolute freaking amazing.
Love the original and Disturbed’s version equally. It’s like the music and the way they were sung was perfect for what was going on and the way the world was/is during the time of recording.
This version is undoubtedly the best! It hits hard!
I first saw Disturbed when they opened for an old all female metal band called Kittie, at Club Soda in Montreal. I would put it around 2001, if memory serves me right.
When they came out, they brought the lead singer out in a straight jacket strapped to an inclined stretcher and unbuckled him at the microphone. The presence he has on stage is incredible, and he legit holds his voice the entire way through. I got to meet with them back stage, he is a lot shorter than you would expect but an awesome human being. =)
I love seeing people react to this song, it is a journey all unto it's own.
If you have not yet, I highly suggest listening to Van Halen's Eruption. There is a live version, make sure to watch that one. It will blow your mind.
Cheers!
He has the voice, and the power. Live as well as studio.
I've seen them many times in concert and he sounds just like that. He is incredibly talented. From my experience, he is also both kind and gracious. The whole band is excellent imo, top tier.
David us so soft-spoken and kind, as are the rest of these fellas!
I love watching the tension rise in you as the music builds. You feel it so deeply.
Every Disturbed album has an incredible cover. Love this.
He has sung this song live…The best version ever.
When I was going through Confirmation, our Pastor played this song by the original band (Simon and Garfunkel) along with a few others, and wanted us to break down the words and meaning. I fell in love with the song. Forty so years later my granddaughter and I are listening to music that I’m playing for her. When it came to this song by the original band, she got so excited and said “I know this song, but someone else did it”. So after the original was over, she pulled up this version and played it for gramma. I felt Disturbed did a great rendition of this song, and it reached so many more people. ❤️
I use this version with my confirmation class! We talked a lot about the visuals as well...God being the writers and us being the musicians acting on His will, and how if we don't act. Very powerful!
You had a good pastor!
@@cindycline2536 wow. That’s awesome.
@@tonichrittonjohnson3454 yes I did, thank you. His name was Pastor Truex.
He absolutely does this song beautifully live. Seen Disturbed 3 times now, and its beautiful each and every time.
Just about everyone who reacts to this song is blown away by David's vocals. I watched the Conan performance as well. Even though he wasn't feeling well, it was still awesome. I prefer this version because I think it shows the raw emotion more than the Conan one. IMO Thanks for the reaction!
This first time I ever heard of Disturbed was at Ozzfest 2000. Disturbed was there and yes, he sang with that much power the entire show. He is just AMAZING. You should do a reaction to Disturbed "Down with a Sickness". But this version of this song...he makes you realize how missed up this world is with all is technology. We don't communicate with other people anymore.
Okay this is a really good cover of this song. I love, and grew up listening to the Simon and Garfunkel version (60's baby). Paul Simon wrote this song and the lyrics are timeless, and hold true to what is happening in the world today.