If Frasier Crane were a song, he would sound like this
From the terrible opening line, in which darkness is addressed as “my old friend,” the lyrics of “The Sounds of Silence” sound like a vicious parody of a pompous and pretentious mid-’60s folk singer.
But it’s no joke: While a rock band twangs aimlessly in the middle distance, Simon & Garfunkel thunder away in voices that suggest they’re scowling and wagging their fingers as they sing. The overall experience is like being lectured on the meaning of life by a jumped-up freshman.
Worst Moment: “Hear my words that I might teach you“: Officially the most self-important line in rock history!
Our Opinion: Much as it pains us to disagree with Blender, “The Sounds of Silence” and Simon & Garfunkel are awesome! Next you’ll be telling us you hate “The 59th Street Bridge Song ” (“Hello lamppost, what’cha knowing / I’ve come to watch your flowers growin’ / Ain’t you got no rhymes for me? / Doo-ait-n-doo-doo, feeling groovy“)