Classic songs like âSound of Silenceâ are built on strong personal messages. Tommy Lee Depp adds his own version with this solemn bass cover.
When you first hear the original âSound of Silenceâ, the lyrics betray the happy instrumentals accompanying the track. If you listen closely enough, you can hear the pain and confusion in Simon and Garfunkelâs voice.
Tommy Lee Depp mimicked that mood with his bass cover of the song. In the same process, he managed to give it an added meaning.
Similar to the Disturbed cover, the bass cover adds in a bit more power and punch to the important notes. But this time, there are no words to convey the mood.
Depp manages to pull this all off with one of the fanciest bass guitars in the business. The only other bass musician that can pull off a similar style is Victor Wooten. Both of these artists share a similar bond for flair, with the ability to add their own style to each song.
Tommy Lee Deep has maintained a strong musical presence over the course of his career. Although great, his cover of âSound of Silenceâ is not even considered his greatest work. With luck, the notability of the song will bring in more fans to discover his other work. Rare talent like this should be appreciated, and hopefully considered for big awards in the future.
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Tommy Lee Depp has put his own spin on the classic âSound of Silenceâ with a bass version thatâs totally one-of-a-kind. This bass version really nails the vibe of the song with its lively instrumentals, while also conveying the sadness and confusion found in Simon and Garfunkelâs vocals.
In Deppâs take, the core notes really pack a punch, giving them a sense of strength and impact that just wouldnât come across if played another way. Thatâs because Deppâs performance doesnât include any words to capture the vibe. Victor Wooten isnât just the only one who can pull this off; he also plays one of the most amazing bass guitars out there right now.
Even though not everyone agrees that Johnny Deppâs take on âSound of Silenceâ is his best work, it could definitely inspire more fans to check out his earlier stuff. Itâs super important that everyone acknowledges Deppâs incredible talent and considers him for major awards in the future. Even though itâs obvious heâs had a solid musical presence all along, his version of âSound of Silenceâ isnât exactly his standout moment.
