About the song
“The Sound of Silence” is a song by the American folk rock duo Simon & Garfunkel. Written by Paul Simon, it was originally released on their 1964 debut album, Wednesday Morning, 3 A.M. The song topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart in January 1966 and has been covered by many artists.
The song’s lyrics are about the lack of communication and understanding between people. Simon sings about people who are “ten feet tall” and “wearing masks”, and he asks them to “tense up so they will not speak”. He also describes a “vision” of a world where people are “blind” and “deaf” to each other’s pain.
The song’s message of alienation and loneliness resonated with many people in the 1960s, and it has continued to be popular in the years since. It has been used in many films and television shows, and it has been covered by artists such as Disturbed, Art Garfunkel, and Jimmy Eat World.
Simon & Garfunkel’s recording of “The Sound of Silence” is considered a classic. It is simple and understated, with Simon’s gentle vocals and Garfunkel’s harmonies providing a perfect backdrop for the song’s powerful lyrics. The song’s slow tempo and acoustic instrumentation create a sense of intimacy and reflection, and the song’s message of hope and understanding is as relevant today as it was when it was first written.
The song is a beautiful and moving ballad that has stood the test of time. It is a song that everyone should hear at least once.
Here are some additional details about the song:
- The song was inspired by the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.
- The song was originally recorded in a single take.
- The song was used in the films The Graduate and The Graduate.
- The song has been covered by many artists, including Disturbed, Art Garfunkel, and Jimmy Eat World.