I'll say right off that I can't stand Simon & Garfunkel. Their whiny, self-righteous, hippie crap makes me want to punch the radio. However, they could (and did) write some powerful lyrics (even if they couldn't deliver them worth a crap).
This cover, though, of Sound of Silence just nails it (at least IMHO. The video ain't much, so just tune in for the audio.
Originally Posted by Mannlicher
America needs to understand that our troops are not 'disposable'. Each represents a family; Fathers, Mothers, Sons, Daughters, Cousins, Uncles, Aunts... Our Citizens are our most valuable treasure; we waste far too many.
I had that thought as well. That cover completely changes the complexion and "meaning" of the song, and in a way that it should.
Now, in regard to the "neon god we've made" and the attendant lyrics, think about that in regard to these damned things we're communicating on and the smart phones in our pockets...
Last edited by 4ager; 05/02/16.
Originally Posted by Mannlicher
America needs to understand that our troops are not 'disposable'. Each represents a family; Fathers, Mothers, Sons, Daughters, Cousins, Uncles, Aunts... Our Citizens are our most valuable treasure; we waste far too many.
America needs to understand that our troops are not 'disposable'. Each represents a family; Fathers, Mothers, Sons, Daughters, Cousins, Uncles, Aunts... Our Citizens are our most valuable treasure; we waste far too many.
Completely missed that one, Kent. Sorry about that.
You are exactly right, though, that music can be (and often is) just that.
Last edited by 4ager; 05/02/16.
Originally Posted by Mannlicher
America needs to understand that our troops are not 'disposable'. Each represents a family; Fathers, Mothers, Sons, Daughters, Cousins, Uncles, Aunts... Our Citizens are our most valuable treasure; we waste far too many.
