Disturbed's Most Notable Song Earns a Significant Milestone for the Band
Hard rock bands aren't commonly associated with mainstream chart-topping hits. Although numerous acts within this genre have achieved significant commercial success, particularly with albums, a single breakthrough into the mainstream is not usual.
Disturbed is an exceptional case that defied this norm. Over their decades-long career, the hard rock ensemble hasn't released a new chart-smashing single in nearly a decade. Yet, their last hit has proven to be a monumental one.
"The Sound of Silence," a cover of a classic Simon and Garfunkel track, is enjoying a remarkable run on the U.K.'s list of the most-consumed songs. This cover has now remained on this prestigious chart for an astonishing 52 weeks.
It's hardly surprising that "The Sound of Silence" has managed to stay afloat on this competitive list for an entire year. What's truly impressive is how much longer it has sustained its presence compared to Disturbed's other hit singles.
Before "The Sound of Silence" entered the picture, Disturbed had notched up five hits on the U.K.'s Official Singles chart. None of those tracks had charted for more than two weeks, and "The Sound of Silence" has already outlasted all of them combined...times four.
This week, "The Sound of Silence" inched up slightly on the list, moving from No. 56 to No. 52. Coincidentally, this is the same number of weeks it has spent on the list thus far. Previously, it peaked at No. 29 and remains Disturbed's highest chart position to date.
"The Sound of Silence" is also featured on three other U.K. charts this week. It slips down to No. 12 on both the Official Singles Sales and Official Singles Downloads charts, while simultaneously securing a spot on the Official Streaming chart at No. 87.
(Incorporating Enrichment Data: Disturbed's cover of "The Sound of Silence" has also been a consistent hit on the Hard Rock Digital Song Sales chart in the U.S., where it has held the top spot for a staggering 104 weeks as of February 10, 2025.)
Disturbed's remarkable success with "The Sound of Silence" extends beyond the U.K., as it continues to dominate the Hard Rock Digital Song Sales chart in the U.S., maintaining its position at the top for an impressive 104 weeks as of February 10, 2025.
Despite being known for their disturbed sound, Disturbed's latest hit has managed to break into the biggest singles charts worldwide, proving that their unique style can resonate with a wide audience.
The disturbed sound of silence in the music industry was disrupted by Disturbed's cover of "The Sound of Silence," as it became one of the biggest hits on billboard charts, defying the norms of hard rock genres.
The sound of Disturbed's success echoed in the amphitheaters, with sold-out concerts and increased sales of their albums, particularly after the release of their monumental hit song.
The disturbed sound of silence that once dominated the charts was replaced by the biggest hits from Disturbed, redefining the boundaries of hard rock music and attracting new listeners to the genre.
The United Kingdom's music scene was particularly disturbed by Disturbed's success, with their cover of "The Sound of Silence" climbing the U.K. charts for an unprecedented 52 weeks, upsetting the traditional order of mainstream hits.
The sales of Disturbed's albums and merchandise skyrocketed after their latest hit, making them one of the most successful hitmakers in the hard rock genre, proving that the disturbed sound they brought to the music industry had a global market.
