With 28 million views, an 11-year-old’s chilling performance of “The Sound of Silence” has gone viral, leaving viewers motionless as though time had stopped. Strangers everywhere felt their backs tingle as each note poured out with a depth and intensity that seemed far too great for someone so young. The result was more than just a song; it was an emotional moment that people all over the world are still playing over and over.
History has demonstrated that music is timeless. Some members of Generation Z and millennials have started listening to songs from decades ago. It’s not just about the words, song, or singer. All of these elements work together for me, along with the song’s emotional impact.
Early in the 1960s, Simon and Garfunkel made their musical debut. They seemed to be typical of the majority of the children who were enamored by harmony. However, by the time they were fifteen, they had disproved everyone. These two songwriters were not your typical folk. With hits like “Hey, Schoolgirl” and “Tom and Jerry,” they debuted outside of the top 50. These two youths were like sponges for music. The fact that they desired to be more than that is even more amazing.
The two wrote “The Sound of Silence” in 1964, not long after President Kennedy was killed. The incapacity of humans to emotionally connect on a deeper level was the subject of the song. Eleven-year-old Jadyn Rylee has now recorded a rendition of the song, decades later. It is remarkable in and of itself to comprehend the profundity at such a young age. Her voice is just amazing. After seeing the amazing movie below, please let us know what you think by leaving a Facebook comment!
