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Post 78 – The Sound of Silence – Lyrics & Vocabulary Note

Disturbed – The Sound Of Silence

The Sound of Silence

Hello darkness, my old friend
I’ve come to talk with you again
Because a vision softly creeping
Left its seeds while I was sleeping
And the vision that was planted in my brain
Still remains
Within the sound of silence

In restless dreams I walked alone
Narrow streets of cobblestone
‘Neath the halo of a street lamp
I turned my collar to the cold and damp
When my eyes were stabbed by the flash of a neon light
That split the night
And touched the sound of silence

And in the naked light I saw
Ten thousand people, maybe more
People talking without speaking
People hearing without listening
People writing songs that voices never share
No one dared
Disturb the sound of silence

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“Fools” said I, “You do not know
Silence like a cancer grows
Hear my words that I might teach you
Take my arms that I might reach you”
But my words like silent raindrops fell

And echoed in the wells of silence
And the people bowed and prayed
To the neon god they made
And the sign flashed out its warning
In the words that it was forming

And the sign said, “The words of the prophets
Are written on the subway walls
And tenement halls
And whispered in the sounds of silence”

Songwriters: Paul Simon
The Sound of Silence
lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group

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Vocabulary notes for words and expressions in this song :

  1. Vision (noun): In the song, “vision” refers to a mental image or idea. It represents a concept or dream that someone has.
    • Example Sentence: Her vision for the future includes a world where everyone has access to quality education.
  2. Creeping (adjective): “Softly creeping” suggests something moving slowly and quietly. It can describe the manner in which something approaches or advances.
    • Example Sentence: The cat was creeping through the grass, trying to catch a butterfly.
  3. Seeds (noun): In this context, “seeds” represent the beginnings or origins of an idea or concept. They are the initial thoughts or inspirations.
    • Example Sentence: The seeds of his love for music were planted when he received his first guitar as a child.
  4. Cobblestone (noun): “Cobblestone” refers to a type of street pavement made of small, round stones or pebbles. It’s a specific term for a traditional road surface.
    • Example Sentence: The charming old town had winding streets paved with cobblestones.
  5. Halo (noun): A “halo” is a circle of light or brightness that surrounds an object, often seen as a ring of light encircling the moon or sun.
    • Example Sentence: The moon had a beautiful halo around it on that clear night.
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  1. Neon (noun): “Neon” is a type of gas used in brightly colored signs, often seen in cities. Neon signs are known for their vibrant, glowing colors.
    • Example Sentence: The city streets came alive at night with the glow of neon signs advertising various businesses.
  2. Stabbed (verb): In this context, “stabbed” describes a sudden and intense sensation, like a sharp pain or a strong emotion.
    • Example Sentence: Her heart was stabbed with sadness when she heard the news.
  3. Dared (verb): “Dared” means to have the courage or audacity to do something despite potential risks or consequences.
    • Example Sentence: She dared to speak up against injustice, even though it meant facing backlash.
  4. Prophets (noun): “Prophets” are individuals who are believed to have the ability to predict the future or convey messages from a higher power. They are often associated with religious or spiritual contexts.
    • Example Sentence: The prophets of ancient times were revered for their wisdom and guidance.
  5. Tenement (noun): A “tenement” refers to a multi-unit building, often with small and basic apartments, typically found in urban areas.
    • Example Sentence: Many immigrants lived in tenement buildings when they first arrived in the city.
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21 responses to “Post 78 – The Sound of Silence – Lyrics & Vocabulary Note”

  16. Post 78 လို သီချင်းနဲ့ စာသားတွဲတင်ထားတာ ပိုကြိုက်တယ်။

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