It’s not often I hear a rendition I like more than the original, or like as much as the original.
Usually, whoever wrote or performed it first, makes it their own and establishes such a strong foothold, no one else can compete. It’s the same concept as books that are made into movies – rarely does the film surpass the originality and imagination of the novel.
So when a piece is redone and is as good as the original (arguably better, said by some) then you know it’s an incredible song.
Furthermore, I think what makes a cover so good is the artist’s ability to maintain the integrity of the lyrics and melody, but provide a new sound, presenting the song in a way that only the artist can achieve and provide the listeners with something they’ve never heard.
Simon and Garfunkel’s 1966 classic hit, “Sound of Silence” is exactly that – a classic, and almost untouchable. From its heart-stopping lyrics to slow-moving melody and sound, the English duo created an incredible piece of music that’s so bare bones and revealing.
With only two acoustic guitars and two harmonizing voices, the goosebumps pop up immediately. But even though it’s a deep, thought-provoking song, there’s still a bubbly, uppity flow to it. It was a top-selling single, after all.
And then American heavy-metal rock band, Disturbed came along. These guys took the 1960’s, hippie hit and turned the dial way down. It’s been slowed to a crawl and made darker.
Lead singer David Draiman’s vocals are low and ominous as he builds momentum and power. While the video is solemn and shot in black and white, his voice shifts to a higher state, creating a real sound that gives this song additional layers of context decades later. Just wow.
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