I was in the audience for this performance. As soon as he started singing, everyone, and I mean EVERYONE, in the room sat up and stared without moving for the remainder. It was honestly a life-changing experience. Most of these videos cut off the applause at the end, but it was deafening and sustained for at least 5 minutes.

“And the people bowed and prayed, to the neon god they made”... if this isn’t one of the scariest foreshadowing lyrics ever written, I don’t know what is.

His voice seeps into your soul, shakes your bones, and tattoos the words with tears.

Hey, I’m 43 and like all kinds of music and obviously love this version of Sounds of Silence...but what you boys do here is more powerful than you think. It teaches younger people who might not be receptive toward different music genres to be more open minded. It also shows older folk who think the younger generations don’t appreciate “good music” that, Yeah, actually they do. Keep up the good work fellas.

Welcome to the world of classically trained metal singers

Simon and Garfunkel's version was a warning Disturbs version is pure rage that the warning was ignored

Dave Draiman has one of the most beautiful and hypnotizing voices in the music industry. I could listen to him all day, and this cover launched him to the sky. I love the original, but no one can beat this version.

You should give credit to Simon and Garfunkel for writing this back in the 60’s. This bands rendition is amazing!

This is what I love about "React" videos. Different cultures, different people...when a song hits like this, it really reminds us...WE.ARE.ALL.THE.SAME. Love to everyone! I'm out.

When the boys say it could be a lead character dying - they hit it - this song was written in 1963 as a reaction to seeing President Kennedy being assassinated on TV

Simon and garfunkels original was a warning. Disturbs version was saying its too late we've fallen into our own trap

Fun little bit of trivia, The singer, David, was sick with a cold during this performance, He wasnt happy with it and felt he could have done better.....Still won a Grammy for it.

This is by far the best cover of this song I've ever heard. This man's voice is just perfect, no matter what he sings.

Older white fart alert: These young guys here are respectful,open-minded with the different genres they've reacted to-which demonstrates a growing maturity that will benefit themselves and others,now and later,as they grow older.

This is my 6-yr old’s fave song. She says she hears God’s voice in it.

*BRACE YOURSELF* *It doesn't matter what your ethnicity, sex, age, religion, sexual preference or anything else is. This song hits everyone in the feels every time.*

One.... You need to hear his singing with disturbed to understand what we are use to hearing from him. Two... He is classically trained something many didnt even know. This is TALENT. Pure raw talent.

The grit and the growl in his voice as he get into the song just sends shivers down my spine and give me goosebumps all over

First time this aired on the radio my daughter cried in her car seat listening. It got her..it got her. She was 2yrs old. Its his amazing voice.

I'm a teacher, and when I teach the Holocaust I play this video for my students. Always speak up when you see injustice. Do not remain silent!

I was raised on Simon and Garfunkel’s “Sound of Silence”, soft and soothing almost......but this version is incredible!!! I absolutely love it. His voice is amazing, it reaches your very depths and gives you goosebumps!

So many reactions are over exaggerated, but you guys are honest and it's freaking sweet, made me feel like I was watcjing for the first time again :) thanks for that

I have 3 sons and a daughter. I want them to be just like you. My daughter is thirty and has 4 children . She wants them to be just like you too. U guys are the epitome of brotherly love. All love and warmest of everything from australia

Tympani, also known as kettle drums. They are one of the most dramatic instruments in an orchestra. Perfect for this song. I LOVE y'all's reactions.

Listen to the message!! It's a DIRE WARNING. Written in the 60's and coming true today.

The second they said his voice was so deep and calm, oooh buddy just wait lol

His change of key created a powerful dynamic. Every element was artistically orchestrated.

Disturbed won a Grammy for this Conan performance.

He had a cold during this performance and still killed it.

Simon and Garfunkel's version always touched me soul. Disturbed's arrangement stirs the heavens.

I’m a Mom of two pre teen boys. I love hanging out with you both. I subscribed and have introduced you to my boys. Thank you both for being excellent role models for quality young men. You are leaders just by being yourselves. May you always be safe and go far!

Simon & Garfunkel endorsed this version as the best version of their song, even better than the original!!!

The original version was a warning against the rise of technology (Television / now 'social media') - causing less and less 'human' interaction (think about how people brag they have 6,000 'friends' on Facebook, or how people will 'text' someone whom is literately sitting next to them, rather than just 'talk' to them). Disturbed's version is equated to the 'rage' of someone because those warnings were not listened to - and how its becoming so 'uncomfortable' to even just 'talk' to someone without worrying about offending or being offended, because it feels easier to just 'use social media' instead of our own voices. The short version is its a warning about humanity losing what makes us 'human' - and instead embracing the 'neon god' (tech) which lets us 'communicate' but also leaves us in silence - as we forget HOW to communicate with each other as human beings.

David's rendition of this song is one of the most beautiful covers ever. It's one where you need to put headphones on, close your eyes and lean back. Then you find yourself singing along and doing crazy facial expressions and hand movements, simply b/c you're immersed. You're lost in another world and just can't help yourself.

The timpani drums and his voice is more than magical.

This version took off like a rocket, and still flying high after all this time. David's voice is always on point, even when he is sick (which is during this performance). Great stuff guys, much love and respect'!'

Let him try Down With the Sickness. Same group. Definitely different sound

Not only did he slay it, but was sick for this performance. When they tried to get him to use autotune, he essentially gave them the bird. He doesn't need autocorrect ever.

Watching the two of you reacting to this song and "In the Air Tonight" is the best day to start a rainy Saturday down here in Richmond Va. with volume turned up loud. Stay humble. Would love to see a shirt that says "It's a Banger" and this is "Cold Man". I'd wear it with pride and when people asked me what does that mean all I would say go on KZfaq and you'll see for yourself.

Makes me tear up, just understanding the meaning behind this version. We should have listened the first time.

These young men bring joy to my heart with their appreciation for epic music. Music is the great uniter, the one language that we all speak.

Probably the best cover of any song I have ever heard, and I really liked the original. Great respect for you guys, you seem to appreciate all the music you showcase, nice to see that music can be loved by all generations

Simon and Garfunkel’s song was the warning. Disturbed´s version was the storm when the warning was ignored.

My mom used to sing it when I was little, but Simon & Garfunkel's version. I would always cry silently because for me it was a sad song. But mommy sang it so Beautiful. She passed 7 months ago, and this brought back those memories.

I was born in the 1960s, so I grew up listening to Simon and Garfunkel. Always loved their song, The Sound of Silence. Then Disturbed did the song and HOLY CRAP! The first time I heard them sing it, it actually made me cry as it was so full of emotion!! To me, Disturbed's version is really how that song should have always been sung. It hits you in your heart. It gives you goose bumps. Evoking emotion that strong is awesome. Glad you guys liked the song. Glad you guys are listening to so many kinds of music!!!! Keep doing these videos. :-)

The best rendition of the song. His voice thrill you clear to the bone

Disturbed was my first concert. When I heard David sing this live it sent chills up my spine. Trust me, even though this video was recorded live, it's got nothing on hearing it live & in person. ❤

"Looks can be deceiving". To be as insightful as you when I was your age. Damn.

I’m an unlikely Disturbed fan, I saw them do this live and it resonated with me. Continues to be my favourite cover of this song.

Something I love about watching y'all's videos is it's like finding these songs for the first time myself, where I might have lost touch with these bands/songs before. It's extremely soothing, and I thank you from the bottom of my heart.

I was surprised you guys liked this. I'm older , it gives me hope for the next generation, thank you so much!

Damn that rasp makes my hair stand on end. Great channel fellas

That boom boom boom is a tympany percussion instrument. Very epic instrument lol Was in symphony orchestra as a younger woman. Playing snare and tympany or kettle drums are my favorites. Adds such thunder to drums section. Love the new electronic mixing but real true instruments have richer sound to me

I close my eyes when this song comes on and let the lyrics take me away. Pure joy.

Just amazing! Love how he wiped the chills off his arm💖 such a powerful song... That boom boom boom... A timpany drum💖

I remember the first time I heard Disturbed sing this. It took my breath away. It felt like it was finally as it should be sung. Saying that it's a song I remember Simon & Garfunkel singing, from when I was a very young child. It left a huge impression on me as a great song so I was stunned hearing it as if for the first time in such a visceral way.

David Draiman has a very unique voice like no other. Definitely check out more Disturbed.

I love that you are not music prejudice. Thank you for opening people's minds to the beautiful differences...that are our earth bound family.

He put the punch in the song, that was meant there all along. So well done.

wow I love it when the current generation can be amazed by this song...That shows me many are going in the right direction

Your God of war comment was a great analogy. His version def has a powerful depth to it that harkens to times mystic and darkly beautiful..

This is by far the best cover of this song that I have seen. The original video of this song is powerful!

This song gets me every time ... stirs so many emotions

You're the first reactors who have commented on the drums. I LOVE those drums in this song.

Watch their actual video, if you haven't yet. Just frigging Epic!!

I found you young men today. I love your appreciation for music of all genres, both old and really old. Keep it up gentlemen. 😊

This is THE voice... Without all that shit stuff like autotune etc. He started singing in the CHURCH... So much power and emotions and when he is singing the "evil part" it is like something want to burst out and you feel satiesfied... A MASTERPIECE 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

This song by Simon and Garfunkel originally, it's about the Vietnam war and dealing with PTSD. If you like this song listen to Simon and Garfunkels "Bridge Over Troubled Water"

Always makes me cry. He looks so tame. What a voice! And the drums!

Never get tired of listening to this verson and watching your reaction to it! I love S&G but Disturbed really drives those lyrics straight to your soul.

Goosebumps every time I hear David sing this song! I'm loving you guys reactions!! You jump from genre to genre and love it all! Refreshing to see two young men broadening their musical library like y'all do

Best cover of this song, on point about the live instruments. The timpani, the strings, the voice...all on point. I loved Disturbed, this song gives me goosebumps every time.

The vocal on this song is so moving it makes you hold your breath.

I love how you so quickly imagine uses for songs- this one for a video game, this one for entrance into a WWE fight, this one for singing around a campfire, this one for background for a movie fight or war scene. This talent will take you far. Love you guys!

It’s nice to see the next generation appreciate this song. Great reaction! God bless you.

This version of the song is a miracle, I love it. I think, I even like it better than the original Version. Because it is such a melancholy mood.And you think:" which life/experiences must a man have had to be able to sing like that." It is great to see your feelings about it, too. :-) carry on with your videos. :-)

This man is the definition of talent. Live and sitting down. Crazy...

I’m in awe of y’all. I will contribute when I can because I need more people like you both to prosper. Stay clear headed!

He comes from a family of trained cantors. Look those up and you'll get it. Btw- he was sick with the flu when he did this performance I believe.

I'm here with these guys because of a story about them on CNN. This is the second reaction of theirs I've seen. What I see here is two black men enjoying a video featuring a bald white man. It gives me hope that we are not as divided as the media wants us to be. The media is what is trying to divide us... We are not that divided! We are all Americans and want all of us to succeed. The more we all succeed the more America succeeds! Thanks guys for this reaction. Liked and subscribed.

This is an AMAZING version of this song. My mom raised me listen to Simon and Garfunkel. You boys need to go listen to the that one as well. Just as good in a very different way. I love watching you boys listen to all these songs.

Disturbed is the band and David Draiman is the lead singer. They are incredible live! Please go see them live! You will not be disappointed!

I love how open you two are. If only everyone was.

I was lucky enough to see him perform this live. I'll never forget the feeling.

I love seeing young people appreciate music. You two make me smile. BTW, I think you were digging the kettle drum. Nothing like a full blown orchestra live. Add to your bucket list you won't be sorry😉

Wow! My favorite performance of this song!

i love simon an garfunkel's sound of silence, but this version by disturbed hit me so deep to the core. amazin, i could listen to it over an over. his voice is awesome, he actually didnt think his voice was was made to do this. how wrong could he have been. so glad he did it.

OMG! Not only am I loving the purity of these two's reactions, I am being educated on different artists and genres at the same time. This 68 yr old white grandma, a Woodstock nation classic rock chick, just found Disturbed and love them! Keep on rocking in the free world, guys. P.S. I IMMEDIATELY subscribed. First KZfaq subscription ever!👍✌💓

He had the flu during this performance and still sounds stunning, He has the most beautiful voice I have ever heard, He did an amazing job covering such a classic

Fabulous and passionate performance! Thanks guys, you are the best. God bless and stay safe.

Great choice, guys. David Draiman's voice is head and shoulders above so many other metal singers. Has been for decades.

Gives me goosebumps everytime I hear it

This cover is so much powerful than the original. Disturb makes me listen to the lyrics. With Simon and Garfunkel I only listened to the music years ago 🎶

Magnificent! Thank you for introducing me to this treasure. Music is so powerful.

The drum is a tympany. And a big THANK YOU! Thank you for your love of music and willingness to listen to so many different styles. Ya'll rock.

Watch “Down with the Sickness” next, will blow your mind that the same guy is singing both of these tunes!

I love the 2 guys REACTION of songs.

Like some of the other commentors, I grew up with Simon and Garfunkel's version. I was watching for your reaction as his voice built and built and built. Awesome. I had the same reaction the first time I ever heard Disturbed's version. Just when you think you've heard it, he comes back even stronger. Terrific.

Hauntingly Beautiful 💫David has one of the best most powerful voices out there. He was sick with the flu during this performance.

My Mom used to play the original ...I still remember . I was around 4 my Uncle had just returned from the Vietnam War and would sit and stare saying nothing ...he lived with us ...my Mom was 20 yrs old . It was just us...my Mom was a Foster Child she only had her brother. She would cry because he would not speak ...trauma.. he spoke finally but only to me. I went into Foster Care and never saw him again . This song reminds me of him I wish I could see him again.