And that ladies & gentleman is the best musical performance of all time. David was very ill leading up to this performance and went ahead with it to not let anyone down. Breathtakingly brilliant. 👏👏👏❤️❤️👍👍
you have such an emotional face and honest opinion I have seen, I am 72, and love Disturbed and I cried when i heard this song, you yourself please do not change xx
I love the genuine people. I'm annoyed by voice coaches who pause for a couple of minutes and try to sing over him who honestly think they have the talent to criticize him . All in all very few are not totally blown away. I'm addicted to these reaction videos. Anyone else feel upset when these people start to unfairly trash him?
I hear Paul Simon loves this version of his song too. That's so cool. To be fair, David Draiman doesn't sound like this on any of Disturbed's other stuff (like their brilliant version of 'Land Of Confusion') but it just shows what a beautiful voice he has when he uses that classically trained voice of an angel. It's great that he has that in his locker.
@@jeffstevens4262 actually he does sound like this on other disturbed stuff. Have a listen to hold on to memories similar vocals and full of emotion as well. Take care
I get the chills also and I’m 75 yrs old, I’ve never heard anything like it. I’d never heard of this gentleman. My little grandson used to sing first first line. Then I found it accidentally on iPad and thought I’ll give it a go, I’ve never looked back, can’t play anything else, I think it’s here to stay for me at least. ❤
AND ... Here we still are - in Dec. 2024! Why have I never heard this song before? David ROARS - like a LION! ❤❤❤❤❤ YOUR reaction was so sincere, priceless and on point! Thank you! I can't stop watching! ❤ Lori - Iowa
Probably one of the best song covers of all time! So beautiful! David's voice is beyond amazing. When people hear this version for the first time, are in awe.
I'm glad I scrolled down to go through the comments before I posted mine because I was going to mention the same thing lol! The fact that he was sick and still managed to give such an amazing performance that sounds better than the studio version (in my and many others opinion), makes it even more epic!
David Draiman was trained from childhood to be a cantor (a singer of Jewish religious music) like his famous grandfather, but he chose a different path. On the day of this live performance he had a bad flulike illness but he sang anyway. Amazing. He held that ringing note near the end for eternity. I knew this song but never understood it until I heard him sing it from his heart. I like to think he and the other group members were struck by how their name echoed in the line “No one dared disturb the sound of silence.”
Honestly one of the best live performances of all time. Great original song by Simon and Garfunkel, but brought to a whole new level by David Draiman. This will never fail to elicit an emotional reaction from me.
There's no shame in showing your emotions to music. I grew up on S & G original...I was sobbing the first time hearing this. It really goes deep! Bless you!!
I have listened to this more than once daily, watching these reactions. Never gets old. This is one musical magical song. Watch the video. You will go to another level. Beautiful
David Draiman vocals are epic. When he sings this excellent version, he "sounds" (to me at least) angry that after 60 plus years (the original song coming out in 1964) nothing has changed. "People talking without speaking, People hearing without listening, People writing songs that voices never shared,...". Ironic that the band Disturb covers this song. ❤
My friend you are correct, it is a God given voice, David is a classically train Cantor and Jewish also. I love that you can see how hauntingly beautiful this mans voice is along with the lyrics.
David trained as a Jewish Cantor in Israel years ago. Somewhere a synagogue is looking for him! God: Would you like the voice of an angel or the devil? David: Yes.
If you listen closely, you can hear his voice is a bit different from the official version. He was sick that day (I've heard he either had a cold or the flu) and was seated so he could conserve his energy for his singing. His control is unbelievable. I've read in other reaction comments that God asked David if he wanted the voice of an angel or a demon and David just answered "Yes please."
Hard to believe that Disturbed is a heavy metal band or that the lead singer, David Draiman is actually classically trained. Love this. He is amazing and your reaction is, too.
I love watching your reactions because they come from the heart. I agree with you 100% this is much better than the studio version. Thanks for being so honest
Si el mundo escuchase esta maravilla tan solo una vez, descubririan laVERDAD, ENVUELTA EN UNA MÚSICA DIVINA, Y SU VOZZZ ÚNICA, REVELADORA, BELLÍSIMA, CONMOVEDORA.
I agree that this version is so much more emotional than the official video version. His voice is so rich and warm and deeply emotional. The man is an angel, giving a message. Heed it before it's too late.
The Simon and Garfunkel version was one of my brother’s favorite songs. He passed away before this cover was released. I wish he could have heard this.
Your reaction was straight from the heart!! So honest and appreciated. You could sense the necessity of the message behind this song❤ Thank you! I was stunned at the beauty of David’s voice❤
Hello darkness my old friend those words open's our souls. Because we all have been in the darkness at some point. This song brings us back to that time and place. A reminder of our own personal darkness!!!!! This its why we all get emotional listening to it. A work of art they killed this song best version ever best remake ever!!!!
David Draiman has major talent, great range and awesome control. He can go from baritone to angelic tenor, to rasp/grit/distortion and back on a dime....which is not easy to do. Have seen Disturbed live twice.....they are amazing! Loved your reaction JB.
I read David wanted to do this cover. The band wasn't aboard with doing any cover. He promised them if they did this song he wouldn't ask for another. It's been years, I guess he kept his promise but this cover was probably their biggest hit
This was written in 1963 and all that was written has evolved . Paul Simon rang and said this is the best cover of any of his songs he’d heard in my opinion 100% better so much emotion
These reactions have become a drug for me. I search for new ones every day. 99 percent of them are exactly the same. I love how so many are rendered speechless, or all they can say is WOW!
For me they are both absolutely brilliant. Yeah the studio version can be tweeked and done over and over until they get the perfect track and then it has the brilliant video perfectly designed to suit the song . But then you get this live version which is perfect even if he was sick when he did it. Sometimes I think both versions are brilliant by some band or singers. Look at dire straits. Perfect studio recordings then you see the Alchemy live performance and it's out of this world.
Hey JBLETHAL, I loved the fact that you were brave and honest enough to realise that sometimes there are just no words! A wonderfully honest reaction to a truly stunning performance.
I have seen a handful of your reactions to videos in your early days. They were not "terrible" because of your genuine and heartfelt reactions. Keep at it. You are a cut above many others.
I ❤️this Paul Simon wrote this away back in the 60s in his early 20 s . Brilliant song writer, unfortunately a lot of the music today will never be remembered in 50 years time. I love this version ❤️❤️👍
Another Disturbed song that you might like is Hold Onto Memories - and also he does a great cover of "If Ever I Lose My Failth in YOu " - originally sung by Sting
Here in 2024 and you've smashed that 100,000 mark~ congratulations!! Now I know why~ you are awesome. Great reaction!! You obviously "got it". Also, I loved hearing the birds outside your window at the end 🥰🥰🥰
Great reaction...I agree, much much better than the studio version. Everyone sounds great in the studio. Get out in front of a live audience, sitting alone on a stool...then we will see just how great you sound. You are right, it is hauntingly beautiful...an epic masterpiece. One of the top live performances in music history. Peace, my brother
This live version is haunting, as is the official video, which I'm glad you've seen (and I hope you were able to peer around those annoying "up next!" tiny screens at the end to see the moment of hope when the musicians with their instruments in the boat are crossing the water to meet the ten thousand people on the other side.)
It's funny but I like BOTH versions equally. Both versions are unique and the vocals are amazing in each version. I heard that he was actually sick with something that messed with his voice the night they played Conan - and he STILL sounded incredible.
@@luckylisa5496 I agree, Lisa; each version has its own special qualities (like apples and oranges -- well, no; like Honeycrisp apples and Golden Delicious apples. ;D)
@@vickiroman189 Miss Sutherland was a lot like Joanna Woodward. I saw her a few years ago, and she hadn't aged a lick, and was with her lady friend or wife.
I feel you bro. I get goosebumps and and tears every single time. It makes me mad, no sad, wait, it makes me proud. No it makes me scared and pissed. I'm not sure.
I have listened to this hundreds of times and still reacted the same as you each time. Memorized. Love your reaction JB. Get ya in the feels won't it? Song takes your heart and soul, mind for a few.
David was very ill with a high fever when he performed on Conan's show....he's a master of his craft and his determination not to let people down is incredible.
Anyone mention to you that he had a bad cold that night? Only because i've worn a hole through all their albums can I tell. Much love for DISTURBED 💓💕💖💕💓
Thank you for your heart felt reaction. Listened to this original song as a teenager and appreciated the intensity of the angel versus society now. David, even while ill, can still belt out a song!!
The Disturbed video will help to make sense of the meaning. I highly recommend you watch it. The Simon and Garfunkel version is a warning....Disturbed version is a declaration! Take heed mankind, it all becomes truth.
I heard this a million times in the 60s and 70s but, until Disturbed covered it, I never FELT it.
Same here...
Perfect way to describe it
Simon and Garfunkel were destined to complete this song together.
Especially his Conan performance because he's singing slower so you can take it fully in
YESSS!!
And that ladies & gentleman is the best musical performance of all time. David was very ill leading up to this performance and went ahead with it to not let anyone down. Breathtakingly brilliant.
👏👏👏❤️❤️👍👍
you have such an emotional face and honest opinion I have seen, I am 72, and love Disturbed and I cried when i heard this song, you yourself please do not change xx
I love watching peoples reaction when his voice hits their very soul .
Same.
I love the genuine people. I'm annoyed by voice coaches who pause for a couple of minutes and try to sing over him who honestly think they have the talent to criticize him . All in all very few are not totally blown away. I'm addicted to these reaction videos. Anyone else feel upset when these people start to unfairly trash him?
Your faces it all. No words need! I think most of share your reaction. Great video! Thank you
@@ironbutterfly6835 same here
Paul Simon wrote this song between 1963 an 1964. words and music at the age of 22 folks. This man is an amazing genius.
I hear Paul Simon loves this version of his song too. That's so cool. To be fair, David Draiman doesn't sound like this on any of Disturbed's other stuff (like their brilliant version of 'Land Of Confusion') but it just shows what a beautiful voice he has when he uses that classically trained voice of an angel. It's great that he has that in his locker.
The cover is as amazing as the song itself. It's a song that makes me cry though I've heard it many many times.
Simon the Prophet.
@@jeffstevens4262 actually he does sound like this on other disturbed stuff. Have a listen to hold on to memories similar vocals and full of emotion as well. Take care
@@chevetteman17 Thanks, you too.
Always loved the original BUT this is something else.
So enlightening.
Total BRILLIANCE.
Loved the Pentatonix version 2nd after the original version always 1sr. Please give a listen to Pentatonix.,. You will be blown away!!
I get the chills also and I’m 75 yrs old, I’ve never heard anything like it. I’d never heard of this gentleman. My little grandson used to sing first first line. Then I found it accidentally on iPad and thought I’ll give it a go, I’ve never looked back, can’t play anything else, I think it’s here to stay for me at least. ❤
AND ... Here we still are - in Dec. 2024! Why have I never heard this song before? David ROARS - like a LION! ❤❤❤❤❤
YOUR reaction was so sincere, priceless and on point! Thank you! I can't stop watching! ❤ Lori - Iowa
Probably one of the best song covers of all time! So beautiful! David's voice is beyond amazing. When people hear this version for the first time, are in awe.
If you love this from Disturbed listen to their original song, “Hold On To Memories”. It’s beautiful.
Yes another beautiful song and performance from them
And to think, he was actually sick the night of this appearance. An amazing performance.
I'm glad I scrolled down to go through the comments before I posted mine because I was going to mention the same thing lol! The fact that he was sick and still managed to give such an amazing performance that sounds better than the studio version (in my and many others opinion), makes it even more epic!
David Draiman was trained from childhood to be a cantor (a singer of Jewish religious music) like his famous grandfather, but he chose a different path. On the day of this live performance he had a bad flulike illness but he sang anyway. Amazing. He held that ringing note near the end for eternity.
I knew this song but never understood it until I heard him sing it from his heart. I like to think he and the other group members were struck by how their name echoed in the line “No one dared disturb the sound of silence.”
I love that audience is dead silent until the end.
They were in shock.
Took this song to new levels, makes the lyrics fire your soul.
Honestly one of the best live performances of all time. Great original song by Simon and Garfunkel, but brought to a whole new level by David Draiman. This will never fail to elicit an emotional reaction from me.
There's no shame in showing your emotions to music. I grew up on S & G original...I was sobbing the first time hearing this. It really goes deep! Bless you!!
His song is my prayer. Thank you, brother.
Words can’t describe something that extraordinary.
Can you believe he had the flu while singing this! Such a beautiful voice. Yes , I cry every time I hear him sing this. I get chills 💕💕
The tears flow from the emotion..I love crying to this song.
I have listened to this more than once daily, watching these reactions. Never gets old. This is one musical magical song. Watch the video. You will go to another level. Beautiful
Don’t forget about the amazing musicians!
David Draiman vocals are epic. When he sings this excellent version, he "sounds" (to me at least) angry that after 60 plus years (the original song coming out in 1964) nothing has changed. "People talking without speaking, People hearing without listening, People writing songs that voices never shared,...". Ironic that the band Disturb covers this song. ❤
You think this is 2025?
He was sick when he was on Conan with 102 fever! And still nailed it!! This is a masterpiece, so powerful!!
This may be one of the best covers of all time imo
💯❤
This rendition touches your soul ❤️
Can you imagine opening your mouth and that beautiful voice came out? I’ll bet it feels amazing to sing like that! 💕
I have goosebumps and I am in tears right now
Young Man, I just adore you! Your Heart and Joy show so much when you listen to music. Thank you. 💜
My friend you are correct, it is a God given voice, David is a classically train Cantor and Jewish also. I love that you can see how hauntingly beautiful this mans voice is along with the lyrics.
Brother didnt see it coming . Inside and high. A beautiful song for Eternity
This got at least a 5 minute standing ovation. Such an epic performance!
David trained as a Jewish Cantor in Israel years ago. Somewhere a synagogue is looking for him!
God: Would you like the voice of an angel or the devil?
David: Yes.
I love your humanity. Don't lose it. You're intense for such a young man.
The voice of an angel❤
If you listen closely, you can hear his voice is a bit different from the official version. He was sick that day (I've heard he either had a cold or the flu) and was seated so he could conserve his energy for his singing. His control is unbelievable. I've read in other reaction comments that God asked David if he wanted the voice of an angel or a demon and David just answered "Yes please."
What’s even more impressive is he was sick while singing this.
Hard to believe that Disturbed is a heavy metal band or that the lead singer, David Draiman is actually classically trained. Love this. He is amazing and your reaction is, too.
I love watching your reactions because they come from the heart. I agree with you 100% this is much better than the studio version. Thanks for being so honest
Si el mundo escuchase esta maravilla tan solo una vez, descubririan laVERDAD, ENVUELTA EN UNA MÚSICA DIVINA, Y SU VOZZZ ÚNICA, REVELADORA, BELLÍSIMA, CONMOVEDORA.
GOD is sending a Very Strong Warning in this song ...& David sings it from the heart.....The Words of the Prophets is written....Beautiful !!!!!!!!!
I agree that this version is so much more emotional than the official video version. His voice is so rich and warm and deeply emotional. The man is an angel, giving a message. Heed it before it's too late.
The Simon and Garfunkel version was one of my brother’s favorite songs. He passed away before this cover was released. I wish he could have heard this.
Don't worry, this version is without doubt on God's playlist, so he'll hear it plenty!
Now I'm crying even harder
Your reaction was straight from the heart!! So honest and appreciated. You could sense the necessity of the message behind this song❤ Thank you!
I was stunned at the beauty of David’s voice❤
If you loved this, you NEED to see their video for The Light - beautiful and so deep!!!!
Thank you James for opening my eyes and ears to music that I would never have listened to! Love it!👍
I love your reaction. You should see the video and read the words along with the music. So much meaning and feeling.
Original was Simon & Garfunkel featured in the movie THE GRADUATE STARRING DUSTINHOFFMAN. THANKS FOR BRINGING ME BACK
Hello darkness my old friend those words open's our souls. Because we all have been in the darkness at some point. This song brings us back to that time and place. A reminder of our own personal darkness!!!!! This its why we all get emotional listening to it. A work of art they killed this song best version ever best remake ever!!!!
What can you say? nothing. just listen in awe.
David Draiman has major talent, great range and awesome control. He can go from baritone to angelic tenor, to rasp/grit/distortion and back on a dime....which is not easy to do. Have seen Disturbed live twice.....they are amazing! Loved your reaction JB.
Wow .just wow .deep deep
I read David wanted to do this cover. The band wasn't aboard with doing any cover. He promised them if they did this song he wouldn't ask for another. It's been years, I guess he kept his promise but this cover was probably their biggest hit
This was written in 1963 and all that was written has evolved . Paul Simon rang and said this is the best cover of any of his songs he’d heard in my opinion 100% better so much emotion
Forgot to tell you that your reaction was absolutely amazing Keep up the great reactions please
These reactions have become a drug for me. I search for new ones every day. 99 percent of them are exactly the same. I love how so many are rendered speechless, or all they can say is WOW!
Really incredible voice he has.
I sound just like him in the shower...
@@glassontherocks LOL
@@glassontherocks 😆😂🤣👍
I agree with you that this live version knocks the studio one out of the water. I could just listen to this live performance over over over and over.
For me they are both absolutely brilliant. Yeah the studio version can be tweeked and done over and over until they get the perfect track and then it has the brilliant video perfectly designed to suit the song . But then you get this live version which is perfect even if he was sick when he did it. Sometimes I think both versions are brilliant by some band or singers. Look at dire straits. Perfect studio recordings then you see the Alchemy live performance and it's out of this world.
He is awesome!!#!
Hey JBLETHAL, I loved the fact that you were brave and honest enough to realise that sometimes there are just no words!
A wonderfully honest reaction to a truly stunning performance.
I have seen a handful of your reactions to videos in your early days. They were not "terrible" because of your genuine and heartfelt reactions. Keep at it. You are a cut above many others.
That was a fantastic idea from your Grandpa. Love my Grandpa, he's 90. I'm from a beautiful place in Western Australia called Geraldton.
I ❤️this
Paul Simon wrote this away back in the 60s in his early 20 s .
Brilliant song writer, unfortunately a lot of the music today will never be remembered in 50 years time.
I love this version ❤️❤️👍
Another Disturbed song that you might like is Hold Onto Memories - and also he does a great cover of "If Ever I Lose My Failth in YOu " - originally sung by Sting
Deep vibes. Amazing song
Here in 2024 and you've smashed that 100,000 mark~ congratulations!! Now I know why~ you are awesome. Great reaction!! You obviously "got it". Also, I loved hearing the birds outside your window at the end 🥰🥰🥰
Great reaction...I agree, much much better than the studio version.
Everyone sounds great in the studio. Get out in front of a live audience, sitting alone on a stool...then we will see just how great you sound.
You are right, it is hauntingly beautiful...an epic masterpiece.
One of the top live performances in music history.
Peace, my brother
Speechless is it 100%
Voice sounds like a clear bell, even in distortion. I grew up with Simon and Garfunkel and Disturbed puts soul into the heart of this song.
it was a pleasure sharing this moment with you ......i am painted white. i am out here somewhere and i love you brother : )
Revisited “ like” viewing !
Come on!
Listen to this man’s singing range.
Unreal, outstanding.
whatever anyone says here about this song is a "I KNOW RIGHT?!"
The best cover of any song I've ever heard.
This live version is haunting, as is the official video, which I'm glad you've seen (and I hope you were able to peer around those annoying "up next!" tiny screens at the end to see the moment of hope when the musicians with their instruments in the boat are crossing the water to meet the ten thousand people on the other side.)
It's funny but I like BOTH versions equally. Both versions are unique and the vocals are amazing in each version. I heard that he was actually sick with something that messed with his voice the night they played Conan - and he STILL sounded incredible.
@@luckylisa5496 I agree, Lisa; each version has its own special qualities (like apples and oranges -- well, no; like Honeycrisp apples and Golden Delicious apples. ;D)
No matter how many times I hear this song. The words R still sooooo true. Smashing.
I’m a 80 year old white woman but you and I are kindred spirits - my reaction was the same as yours 💕
Your reaction just as he started to move up into his range is the most authentic I have seen out all the reaction videos I have seen.
In High School English class in the early seventies, we studied these lyrics, as well as others from that remarkable time. It was already a classic.
We did too! You must have had a great teacher also.
@@vickiroman189 Yes indeed. Miss Sutherland.
@@MisterWondrous Mine was Mr. Garbart 🙂
@@vickiroman189 Miss Sutherland was a lot like Joanna Woodward. I saw her a few years ago, and she hadn't aged a lick, and was with her lady friend or wife.
My man, I'm a 51y male. The same thing happened to me. It hit me right in my soul.
David Draiman had the flu during this performance! Still total perfection!!! ❤🤘
So powerful. Pentatonix' version is also hauntingly beautiful. Thank you for your heartfelt reaction.
To me this is an anthem of what's going on in the world today, no ones listening to each other, no one hearing each other...... we need to wake up !!!
Chills... Every time. :O Evolution of the human voice to reach out and touch another is truly remarkable! :)
I feel you bro. I get goosebumps and and tears every single time. It makes me mad, no sad, wait, it makes me proud. No it makes me scared and pissed. I'm not sure.
I have listened to this hundreds of times and still reacted the same as you each time. Memorized. Love your reaction JB. Get ya in the feels won't it? Song takes your heart and soul, mind for a few.
I love when you talk about your grandpa. ❤️
David was very ill with a high fever when he performed on Conan's show....he's a master of his craft and his determination not to let people down is incredible.
COVER. Original was the harmony of Simon And Garfunkel. Art Garfunkel was so smooth and Paul Simon blended in his mid range vocals 💙
You summed it up perfectly with those 2 words … Hauntingly Beautiful
Anyone mention to you that he had a bad cold that night? Only because i've worn a hole through all their albums can I tell. Much love for DISTURBED 💓💕💖💕💓
Now, listen to Pentatonix sing The Sound of Silence. Simon and Garfunkel, too. They sang the original version.
You and I had the same reaction. Overwhelmingly moving. Such power, sadness, anger. Moved me to tears. Wow, wow, wow.
Very respectful, young man
I saw him do this on Conan's show and THEN went looking for the studio version. This was jaw-dropping, tears-bringing, amazing work.
Thank you for your heart felt reaction. Listened to this original song as a teenager and appreciated the intensity of the angel versus society now. David, even while ill, can still belt out a song!!
Flawless. That man is a badass
The Disturbed video will help to make sense of the meaning. I highly recommend you watch it. The Simon and Garfunkel version is a warning....Disturbed version is a declaration! Take heed mankind, it all becomes truth.
He's already seen the official video.
@@timbrom oh ok, didn't know!
Thanks
Great song and he was sick that night too🎵🎵🎵💜
Love you my brother. You’re an empath. Your Rooster reaction was bomb, too.
Bro david was seriously ill here flu bleeding lung hes awesome ❤❤
Good advise from your grandfather-revisiting those outstanding pieces from the beginning that you can really do justice to now. Keep up the good work!