Absolutely 💯 agree about the rhythmic aspect of that phone sequence (I have often imagined Ren having a tiny metronome inside his head cos he’s always -almost freakishly- exactly right on time - you could even write sheet music for this tale and I’ll be you that that phone call would neatly fit right inside there within a nice even number of bars, I’m guessing 4 probably). But I also wanted to point out that Ren also keeps the rhyme going throughout the first part ot call (“you in”/ “listen”/ “can I swing”) and that in doing so he creates a stronger chaotic break with the second section of that call where he abandons rhythm & rhyme entirely (in spite of which he then still manages to end up right on cue for the guitar/music part that follows). Just try to tap your feet or wave your hand to the beat throughout this part to see what I’m trying to say here: nicely on beat at first, erratic chaos next, but still finishing it of perfectly on time for the following section… 🤯 Doing this in a one take video, depending only on inner rhythm, is difficult to say the least. So that’s why I’ve added that little metronome I imagine inside of Ren’s head, to all his other incredible talents. Seriously, I have at times even had thought that Ren is not human even, an actual alien 👽 . But mostly I just think of him as an unusually gifted, multifaceted, genius Artist (he tell us not to forget he’s a human being after all 😂)..
Great reaction! You're picking up things other reactors haven't, like the way he stays on beat even during spoken word. Also, one of the parts he's playing is that of a troubadour telling the story, coming to a town, blowing his trumpet to gather people 'round, and even smiling when he knows he's done well telling his story.
You have a real knack of picking up on things that other reactors, and myself ,have missed ! As others here have stated, no need to apologize for ANYTHING! You are a wonderful soul and you have quickly become one of my favorite reactors! Keep shining!!! Now that you have graduated from "The tale of Jenny and Screech" I think it's time to do Money game pts 1,2 ,and 3! :)
In Wales, where Ren is from, there is a traditional meeting of poets and musicians called an Eisteddfod. Medieval travelling entertainers were called bards, and passed news, folklore, moral stories and political history to the populace, before the introduction of printing and before most people could read. The term bard comes from the Celtic for poet, and Ren has called this type of music and performance, Bardcore. Fun fact : Shakespeare is known as The Bard of Avon.
Been loving your Ren reactions! All the while waiting for you to find this one. Two things: I've only seen one other reactor pick up on the phone call being in time to the song. And loved how the intro to Violet's Tale sort of had you transfixed. I've heard it a hundred times and it still gets me every time. Great reaction, might be my favorite so far!
You are very interesting how your brain works i was expecting a different reaction or response to the video from you ...and what you did.notice and say we're outside the box things....most people don't notice on a first reaction .....I'd love to have a conversation with you in life your opinions on things ...how you approach riddles and puzzles ....your a unique person and I enjoyed that reaction nice ...keep them comming
1331 - you are the first ive seen to notice this - I’m sure you’re right! Also picking up the irony. I think this is a very British trait, like parts of Hi Ren being darkly humorous in places.
I might be wrong but maybe the word your searching for is jaunty. His bardcore style is very reminiscent of the style of the minstrels of medieval times. And so even though the subject matter is dark, the style is quite uplifting and entertaining to watch. So jaunty would be a very accurate description 🤔 😂
Ren really can weave a tale, making such dark subjects appear in such beautiful music. His acting out of characters in the tale, his use of the guitar to express the varying rhythms of each tale, and the lyrics that paint such a sharp picture with such broad strokes. Note: Tales of Jenny and Screech were made in 2019, Violets Tale, though made more recently, references 2005, 14 years before Jenny and Screech. Yes, generational violence. Violet’s silence passed down to her daughter Jenny. Stevie’s short fuse and violence passed down to Screech. A truly sad, but all too often true, tale. Ren just shining a light on real life, real issues, once again.
"Jenny's Tale" was written in 2012. The original is on the album "Love Music" (2015). He released a new embellished version in 2019, followed by the continuation in "Sreech's Tale". He finished the trilogy with "Violet's Tale" in summer 2022. A week later he did a performance of the entire trilogy in the lot where they filmed "Screech's Tale". They recorded the show with 360 cameras that let you pan the video around. Search for "The Tale of Jenny and Screech (Full 360 Live Performance)". He gives some of the story away while talking to the audience in that show, so it's not meant to be the introduction to the story.
Been waiting for you to react to this one Jessie. A sad tale of a cycle of abuse. Not a recipe for an entertaining story but REN does it anyway, he doesn’t spare us any of the unsavoury details but his masterful telling of tales get us through, as you said “he’s like a modern day minstrel “ .keep up the reactions ❤️🏴🇬🇧
I rarely write on comments on any video but i would honestly say you apologise alot you really dont need to😊 your interesting and real to watch react to things and be you were here as its a true reaction and your pauses are not a problem as its nice to hear where your heads going
First watch of this is devastating not sure how people manage a reaction It took me a few gies before I could finish it. Well done you managed an interesting reaction and kept your thoughts engaged
Ren tells the stories and the filming of the stories are all done so well i found myself looking for the bodies laying on the ground. The saddest thing about this is the fact each of these things are happening in every country at this very moment and the cycle continues
There's a live performance of this online where his fans are led through the lanes past his friend in a cop uniform putting tape around a body on the ground before they get to the performance.
The humor almost seems like the minstrel interjects it to distance himself emotionally in order to be able to tell the tale. The little breath intake and shrug inViolet’s tale were like he needed to brace himself to sing about it. I also think Ren thickened his accent to evoke a minstrel from a seedier part of London where a 14 year old girl does her work in high heels. It might also to be to hint at older times. Very clever work.
Great reaction video - again! Appreciate your relatable emotional honesty! I really like that you take time to pause when you need to absorb/process what Ren brings- been there many times myself and I'm grateful you're taking that time and sharing your journey without pretense - absolutely zero apologies needed 🙂 Thank you! Great note on the 1331 too!
As always, really enjoyed your reaction! Keep up doing you! Appreciate it! Thanks for reacting to this. For me, the reason this story is important is that it shows Ren's empathy to the human condition which he has developed from his hardship. It shows Ren's genius as a story teller and shows his compassion (he composed a musical tragic story to honor the memory of people whose lives are tragically ended). I believe he points out in his "Eden" video how our current system is lacking and that mankind should exercise their gift of Free Will and turn this hell on earth into a better place. 🙂❤
I really like your description of Ren as a 'rap minstrel' in this piece, sums it up perfectly. I think he toy's with us a bit with the guitar sounding upbeat, even a bit jolly, while the tales get darker and darker. I'm so glad he added Violet's tale (a couple of years later) to really bring it full circle. For me the cycle of abuse and violence so graphically acted out was extremely difficult to watch and hear the first few times and I had to limit my number of views. However, Ren has got people thinking and talking about this uncomfortable truth without watering it down or making judgement about the characters involved. It's another remarkable piece.
Great reaction! I think your take on humor is a good example of how the word comedy has evolved. In the past, a comedy was more about the unexpected twist that brought things full circle than it was about being "funny." That's why they Tragic Comedies. I, too, find humor when I get a little uncomfortable. Also, Ren uses a very uplifting beat when he describes the abuse. It creates a weird conflict of emotions. Keep it up, I'm subscribing.
I was waiting for this one, you picked up on a number of things that a lot of people miss....very astute. The phone call did indeed roll right into the song. Another great reaction.
Love the idea of a second reaction once all bits of the puzzle fall together. Great blind reaction :) I think the irony is the circle of abusive relationships and how the systems that should support fail, think more about Jenny, she would have been 14 too walking the streets late at night?
Another great reaction Jess👍🏻 I love how Ren uses his artistry to bring awareness to many thought provoking topics! In this case, the victimization of ALL the characters due to continued cycles of social and economic circumstances…Brilliant👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I think your on to something, maybe you could do a review of maybe 6 ren tracks where you break your favourite bits etc.also it definitely could be done with many other Artists you have had a connection with. I definitely would tune in to watch that and you could possibly be the first of many who can do such a reflective reaction on tracks you already done.x
There is a live (with crowd) of the Story of Jenny & Screech (with an extra in the song) in full 360, we can move the camera : Ren - The Tale of Jenny and Screech (Full 360 Live Performance) : th-cam.com/video/S_hs8EkWeZg/w-d-xo.html
I've watched a whole bunch of reactions to The Tales. I think you are the first to pick up on the minstrel quality/tradition? And you picked it up very quickly. I had never heard anyone say or even think about the timing of the videos either. You're pretty damn sharp in your own unique way! You're doing a good job.
1331 Ren is always there with synchronicity so I would say spot on. Your reactions are always interesting so that is what we expect from a reactor and I love the way you handle things in a more calm and different way, Big fan in the UK of your channel. I couldn't see that your Patreon link was working ?
A good idea is to watch The tale of Jenny and Screach 360 version It's LIVE and he explains what he was saying with this and it's inspiring Love from the UK❤
It’s a difficult thing to see and hear. You might be looking for the word ‘pathos’ when you say ‘comedy/irony’ but far be it from me to dictate what you mean! Also, you mentioned it was kind of ‘minstrel + rap’ and I think Ren himself coined the term ‘Bardcore’ which is literally perfect! Looking forward to more reaction from you. :)
Thank you Jess for doing this one (and for anyone else reading check out Jess’s pay-tree-on and show her some more support). Me of my first thoughts on this song was of the travelling minstrel vibe too, Ren is definitely a storyteller and performer as well as a musician. While he does tackle some uncomfortable subjects I find he does it in a way that’s not meaning to shock but that you take notice and think about the subject. He has some less intense songs that are as good (it’s alright) and also can show the goofball side of him (what you want). Keep up the great channel, your smiles, laughs and even tears at times show us how much music can move someone and thanks for sharing that with us 🙂.
Yeah, I agree about the dark humour. I think it turns on the phrase 'It's such a shame', which apparently stood out to Ren in the original newspaper article about a young boy who killed a prostitute, and inspired the first two tales. It's just too little a reaction for generational trauma that marrs and ends lives.
'"Staying Light-Hearted?" Bit difficult! As Ren says; "This isn't entertainment; it's real life." Ren is a very Deliberate and Powerful Social Commentator as well as a multi-talented creative artist, and he utilises a lot of diverse approaches to tell a story. The stories he tells are often uncomfortable truths. Things we are inclined to look - or click - away from. We murmur vague meaningless platitudes; like " Oh what a shame..." and then flick to something 'more entertaining'. They vanish so quickly within the 24 hr unrelenting News Cycle. Ren says; No! Stop! LOOK at this. These lives are important. We KNOW why innocents like Jenny, Violet, and Screech too, get onto pathways that lead them to becoming victims and/or perpetrators. He leaves the big question hanging... "Why aren't we doing more to stop this stuff from happening?" He brings us right into the frame- up close. Ren wants us to 'Stand Witness' to these tragedies. He wants us to care- just as he does.
Wow... never heard anyone comment on the time. 13:31. I like it. Money Game 3 and Hi Ren are both 9:19 but Ren said it wasn't intentional, he hadn't noticed, so I doubt the 13:31 was intentional. But hey, what I wanted to say before you distracted me with the time comment is: you okay? tired? distressed? ill? high? You seem really different in this video. I hope all is well, and if you need a good sleep I hope you get it. Cheers!
Finally got to see it. It was worth the wait. You seem a bit tougher about the subject matter than many reactors I have seen. People often break in Violets tale. Nothing wrong with that, just an observation. Makes me wonder how hard the rainfall was. Loved your reaction and you company. Thank you.
Yes, generational violence. Which started in tale with father of Violet abusing her and her mother not coping. One interesting point the government allowed her to live on her own. Could she have been pregnant by her father when she got government help rather then rather then being fostered by someone on an emergency basis. Why was the prick so upset maybe because he knew she was pregnant before he met her. Still doesn’t make his violence right. He should have been supporting her not beating her. Yes the twins were separated at birth to foster or adoption. So they lived separate life’s till that fateful day. A tragedy of generational violence worthy of the Greek Tragedies or the Bard himself, Shakespeare. A warning to modern society not to ignore the issues. It’s such shame.
There is no "cou;ld" about it, Violey's father IS the twins father. She was ablle to collect welfare because she was already pregnant when she left home, and Stevie knew the math wasn't mathin' when he repeatedly asked "Why you lying to me Violet?"
SO much to take in with this brilliant Shakespearean tragedy. I get frustrated with some reactions when it's missed how he describes Jenny....why would a 14 year old be walking the same street a 1000 times, in high heel shoes? Almost no one seems to catch that. Also, for "Screech's Tale", it seems that almost no one catches that Screech's girlfriend and his friend Patrick, happen to be "busy", or not available, at the same time. Consider why. Maybe they were together? Patrick wasn't home...was he with Screech's girl at her place and that's why she was "busy"? It adds a whole other layer to the story. Also consider that Jenny and Screech were born side by side, and essentially died side by side, one street apart. Born on the same day (2005), died on the same day (2019). An entire family, mother and twins that never knew each other, wiped out by a cycle of violence. An abused mother, a 14 year old prostitute, and a 14 year old thug/murderer. There's sheer brilliance in the line "please let my baby stay alive"....at this point you don't yet know that it's twins, but "baby" followed by "stay" can also be read as "babies" because the S in "stay" isn't necessarily separate from "baby". Say it out loud- you'll understand what I mean. Such a clever way to hide the twist reveal while still giving it up at the same time...if you can catch it. Brilliant.Powerful stuff. In "Violet's Tale", the way he uses the acoustics of his environment to accentuate the song is absolute brilliance too....and btw, Ren is self taught on the guitar. Just one of many instruments he plays including drums, bass, & piano.The man is truly special. A prodigy. From what I understand, he wrote the first 2 songs after reading an article about a very young man murdering a young woman in London, he didn't write "Violet's Tale" until a few years later and that one was of his own making. He said that there are 2 songs so far that he wrote, that he knew in his gut were special. "Hi Ren" (of course) and "Violet's Tale". (He was right on both counts imo.)
Also figure in the fact that Violet was almost certainly beaten and withheld prenatal or medical care of any kind during the entire pregnancy. All of that has an effect on the development of the babies. Add twins to that and wow... I'm surprised she made it to 9 months. Poor Violet didn't make it past it, though. I'm not convinced Jenny was a prostitute. 14 yr old girls wear 'high heels' for lots of reasons, but not like stilettos or anything. He refers to the girls as ladies, possibly to throw us off the reality that they were just children, too. But I saw Jenny as I saw myself at 14. Walking to get out of the house, even getting a part time job cleaning or something. That's how I saw her. A quiet girl who just wanted a better life. 🤷♀️
I think if you wanted to to revisit it & "pick it apart" people would really enjoy that. You made some interesting points. Animal Flow by Ren also has so much to take in because there are many references to cult films ( Clockwork Orange, Willy Wonka, The Shining, Witches of Eastwick, Silence of the Lambs) & cult classic novels ( Lord of the Flies, Wind in the Willows, Animal Farm).
Boy, that’s a rough one. Another reactor noticed that 2005 was a year. I thought it was a zip code. He started the trilogy in 2019 which makes the twins 14, like he ID’d Screech near the beginning. Rewind the hands of time….
@@flowersafterrainfall yeah, he wound it up to the past then down back where it started. He’s so locked in on the smallest details. Can’t remember where but you called something art that most would call music. That’s spot-on :)
Another great reaction Jessie, keep them coming, the subs are rising 😃. The 1331 I hadn't noticed that before well spotted. By the way is that a hot water bottle you're hugging? Also 🐼 hat is back :)😄
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Yes... it was All in Rens perfect internal clock! True artists have it built in!
Absolutely!
Yup, it makes sense that it feels like it was on rhythm because it was, he did that on purpose, Ren is a genius.
Me and my old man have watched a million reactions to this... You nailed it. ❤️
His “lucky”number is 13, I never caught that time stamp before..pretty cool! Great breakdown , really enjoyed it.
He mentions 13 a few times in Seven Sins. Very interesting!
You are absolutely right. The breathing and rap are all in time. Even the pauses are timed. It's quite remarkable.
Absolutely 💯 agree about the rhythmic aspect of that phone sequence (I have often imagined Ren having a tiny metronome inside his head cos he’s always -almost freakishly- exactly right on time - you could even write sheet music for this tale and I’ll be you that that phone call would neatly fit right inside there within a nice even number of bars, I’m guessing 4 probably).
But I also wanted to point out that Ren also keeps the rhyme going throughout the first part ot call (“you in”/ “listen”/ “can I swing”) and that in doing so he creates a stronger chaotic break with the second section of that call where he abandons rhythm & rhyme entirely (in spite of which he then still manages to end up right on cue for the guitar/music part that follows). Just try to tap your feet or wave your hand to the beat throughout this part to see what I’m trying to say here: nicely on beat at first, erratic chaos next, but still finishing it of perfectly on time for the following section… 🤯
Doing this in a one take video, depending only on inner rhythm, is difficult to say the least. So that’s why I’ve added that little metronome I imagine inside of Ren’s head, to all his other incredible talents.
Seriously, I have at times even had thought that Ren is not human even, an actual alien 👽 . But mostly I just think of him as an unusually gifted, multifaceted, genius Artist (he tell us not to forget he’s a human being after all 😂)..
A dark but masterfully told tale! Hats off to Ren for having the courage to take on generational violence in this manner.
The comments you make are such more incisive than you think they’re going to be from the way you same them. It makes them quite fascinating.
why thank you
You have called out a few things I hadn't seen other reactors mention. Tragedy or Comedy? could it be a Tragicomedy (yes this is a thing).
Never apologize for needing a minute. This is heavy subject matter.
He is an amazing storyteller!
Promise to sign up for Patreon when I get paid!
Great reaction! You're picking up things other reactors haven't, like the way he stays on beat even during spoken word. Also, one of the parts he's playing is that of a troubadour telling the story, coming to a town, blowing his trumpet to gather people 'round, and even smiling when he knows he's done well telling his story.
It was in rhythm; Ren is awesome at keeping time, even when going a capella.
I'm here for the reaction but the hat is just the cherry on the frosting on the cake 😊
He calls this style bardcore. Keep the great reactions coming 😁
Yes her minstrel rhyme description was spot on.
You have a real knack of picking up on things that other reactors, and myself ,have missed ! As others here have stated, no need to apologize for ANYTHING! You are a wonderful soul and you have quickly become one of my favorite reactors! Keep shining!!! Now that you have graduated from "The tale of Jenny and Screech" I think it's time to do Money game pts 1,2 ,and 3! :)
In Wales, where Ren is from, there is a traditional meeting of poets and musicians called an Eisteddfod. Medieval travelling entertainers were called bards, and passed news, folklore, moral stories and political history to the populace, before the introduction of printing and before most people could read. The term bard comes from the Celtic for poet, and Ren has called this type of music and performance, Bardcore.
Fun fact : Shakespeare is known as The Bard of Avon.
Been loving your Ren reactions! All the while waiting for you to find this one. Two things: I've only seen one other reactor pick up on the phone call being in time to the song. And loved how the intro to Violet's Tale sort of had you transfixed. I've heard it a hundred times and it still gets me every time. Great reaction, might be my favorite so far!
You are very interesting how your brain works i was expecting a different reaction or response to the video from you ...and what you did.notice and say we're outside the box things....most people don't notice on a first reaction .....I'd love to have a conversation with you in life your opinions on things ...how you approach riddles and puzzles ....your a unique person and I enjoyed that reaction nice ...keep them comming
Nailed it 👍👍so looking forward to the next.. one of my favourites is Humble ft Eden Nash and ocean ft Eden Nash but don't forget about love music 🐼✌️
1331 - you are the first ive seen to notice this - I’m sure you’re right!
Also picking up the irony. I think this is a very British trait, like parts of Hi Ren being darkly humorous in places.
This one is a beautifully done heart wrenching tale ❤
Keep in mind these were done some time apart!
13 is his favorite/lucky? number, so nice catch with 1331
It was absolutely in time! that's the genius of this trilogy
Born with violence and died with violence he is a heck of a good story teller 👍.
Good ear on the rhythm ! Ren does have a very accurate metronome inside him.
I might be wrong but maybe the word your searching for is jaunty. His bardcore style is very reminiscent of the style of the minstrels of medieval times. And so even though the subject matter is dark, the style is quite uplifting and entertaining to watch. So jaunty would be a very accurate description 🤔 😂
YES! thank you! that's a very good word for what I was trying to describe!
@@flowersafterrainfall happy to help 😊.
"you ever laugh at something because you are uncomfortable?" *uncomfortable laugh*
The guitar in all three is so good that I can listen to this over and over again despite the topic...a deep dive would be worth a listen...thanks!
Ren really can weave a tale, making such dark subjects appear in such beautiful music. His acting out of characters in the tale, his use of the guitar to express the varying rhythms of each tale, and the lyrics that paint such a sharp picture with such broad strokes. Note: Tales of Jenny and Screech were made in 2019, Violets Tale, though made more recently, references 2005, 14 years before Jenny and Screech. Yes, generational violence. Violet’s silence passed down to her daughter Jenny. Stevie’s short fuse and violence passed down to Screech. A truly sad, but all too often true, tale. Ren just shining a light on real life, real issues, once again.
You’re not the first person to say that the phone call was all “in time” I think you are absolute correct about that
Ren has metronomic rhythm. He's always dead on.
"Jenny's Tale" was written in 2012. The original is on the album "Love Music" (2015). He released a new embellished version in 2019, followed by the continuation in "Sreech's Tale". He finished the trilogy with "Violet's Tale" in summer 2022. A week later he did a performance of the entire trilogy in the lot where they filmed "Screech's Tale". They recorded the show with 360 cameras that let you pan the video around. Search for "The Tale of Jenny and Screech (Full 360 Live Performance)". He gives some of the story away while talking to the audience in that show, so it's not meant to be the introduction to the story.
10 years, wow
@@eryksun thank you for telling me about it :)
Yes, I laughed wehn Ren gave away the ending in that video and followed up by saying "That's a spoiler alert by the way."
Been waiting for you to react to this one Jessie. A sad tale of a cycle of abuse. Not a recipe for an entertaining story but REN does it anyway, he doesn’t spare us any of the unsavoury details but his masterful telling of tales get us through, as you said “he’s like a modern day minstrel “ .keep up the reactions ❤️🏴🇬🇧
Just started this video. You're going to be blown away. I just know it. Can't wait to see this!
This was some Shakespearian chite right here with Screech unkowingly killing his twin sister and three generatiions of agressive men and quiet women.
I saw earlier in the comments someone compared it to a Greek tragedy, and like, yeah lol I agree
@@flowersafterrainfall Shakespear, Plato, tomato, tomoto.
@@gcarap okay but literally tho
This is a hard one to watch love your reaction keep up the good work
Phenomenal indeed!
Love your reaction and look forward to many more!
I rarely write on comments on any video but i would honestly say you apologise alot you really dont need to😊 your interesting and real to watch react to things and be you were here as its a true reaction and your pauses are not a problem as its nice to hear where your heads going
Well, she is showing that she cares about the viewers. That's really nice.
Thanks for bringing back the panda hat! Fantastic reaction!
Dont doubt urself so much, u were correct with ur assumptions.😊
First watch of this is devastating not sure how people manage a reaction
It took me a few gies before I could finish it.
Well done you managed an interesting reaction and kept your thoughts engaged
Great job!
Ren tells the stories and the filming of the stories are all done so well i found myself looking for the bodies laying on the ground. The saddest thing about this is the fact each of these things are happening in every country at this very moment and the cycle continues
There's a live performance of this online where his fans are led through the lanes past his friend in a cop uniform putting tape around a body on the ground before they get to the performance.
Yes, it's like you're at the scene of each crime. It's so realistic that it can trigger PTSD if you have it like I do. It's a rough one for me.
The humor almost seems like the minstrel interjects it to distance himself emotionally in order to be able to tell the tale. The little breath intake and shrug inViolet’s tale were like he needed to brace himself to sing about it. I also think Ren thickened his accent to evoke a minstrel from a seedier part of London where a 14 year old girl does her work in high heels. It might also to be to hint at older times. Very clever work.
Out of about 250 or so reactions I've witnessed I don't thin anyone brought attention to 13/31 "easter egg" before. I like how your mind works.😊
Great reaction video - again! Appreciate your relatable emotional honesty! I really like that you take time to pause when you need to absorb/process what Ren brings- been there many times myself and I'm grateful you're taking that time and sharing your journey without pretense - absolutely zero apologies needed 🙂 Thank you! Great note on the 1331 too!
I seen someone in a facebook chat that showed a tattoo made from one of the graffiti. The birdcage. Patrick was with the woman Screech called
You are such a precious soul Jessie 🥰 so glad i found your channel 😊
The reverb in the stairwell gets me every time
As always, really enjoyed your reaction! Keep up doing you! Appreciate it! Thanks for reacting to this. For me, the reason this story is important is that it shows Ren's empathy to the human condition which he has developed from his hardship. It shows Ren's genius as a story teller and shows his compassion (he composed a musical tragic story to honor the memory of people whose lives are tragically ended). I believe he points out in his "Eden" video how our current system is lacking and that mankind should exercise their gift of Free Will and turn this hell on earth into a better place. 🙂❤
I really like your description of Ren as a 'rap minstrel' in this piece, sums it up perfectly. I think he toy's with us a bit with the guitar sounding upbeat, even a bit jolly, while the tales get darker and darker. I'm so glad he added Violet's tale (a couple of years later) to really bring it full circle.
For me the cycle of abuse and violence so graphically acted out was extremely difficult to watch and hear the first few times and I had to limit my number of views. However, Ren has got people thinking and talking about this uncomfortable truth without watering it down or making judgement about the characters involved. It's another remarkable piece.
Ren would be proud of you. Seeing patterns in the places where the pattern's hard to find. I guess you should listen to Rens, Heretic next :)
Great reaction! I think your take on humor is a good example of how the word comedy has evolved.
In the past, a comedy was more about the unexpected twist that brought things full circle than it was about being "funny." That's why they Tragic Comedies.
I, too, find humor when I get a little uncomfortable.
Also, Ren uses a very uplifting beat when he describes the abuse. It creates a weird conflict of emotions.
Keep it up, I'm subscribing.
You are absolutely mesmerizing mate. Thank you!
I was waiting for this one, you picked up on a number of things that a lot of people miss....very astute. The phone call did indeed roll right into the song. Another great reaction.
Love the idea of a second reaction once all bits of the puzzle fall together. Great blind reaction :) I think the irony is the circle of abusive relationships and how the systems that should support fail, think more about Jenny, she would have been 14 too walking the streets late at night?
She was walking home to go to bed. She was exhausted, but spooked by a feeling. I don't think she was a prostitute.
Another great reaction Jess👍🏻
I love how Ren uses his artistry to bring awareness to many thought provoking topics! In this case, the victimization of ALL the characters due to continued cycles of social and economic circumstances…Brilliant👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I think your on to something, maybe you could do a review of maybe 6 ren tracks where you break your favourite bits etc.also it definitely could be done with many other Artists you have had a connection with.
I definitely would tune in to watch that and you could possibly be the first of many who can do such a reflective reaction on tracks you already done.x
Ren got the idea for Jenny tale he read in news paper about a 14 year old boy that kill a young streetwalker with a knife
Ren does the rewind sound on guitar to show going back in time then does it again later to forward to the present time
There is a live (with crowd) of the Story of Jenny & Screech (with an extra in the song) in full 360, we can move the camera :
Ren - The Tale of Jenny and Screech (Full 360 Live Performance) : th-cam.com/video/S_hs8EkWeZg/w-d-xo.html
I've watched a whole bunch of reactions to The Tales. I think you are the first to pick up on the minstrel quality/tradition? And you picked it up very quickly. I had never heard anyone say or even think about the timing of the videos either. You're pretty damn sharp in your own unique way! You're doing a good job.
I just wanted to say, you're doing great, keep grinding because you're really good😊👍
I would definitely like a second take picked apart. Sometimes blind reactions are not enough.
Ohhhhh man I'm looking forward to this one. *Grabs my popcorn*
don't be too disappointed 😅 I didn't get as emotional as expected
1331 Ren is always there with synchronicity so I would say spot on. Your reactions are always interesting so that is what we expect from a reactor and I love the way you handle things in a more calm and different way, Big fan in the UK of your channel. I couldn't see that your Patreon link was working ?
oh, it's not clickable. I'll fix that
I'm just here for the hat. It's pretty sweet.
Bardcore is the style
100%... his own
I heard a very respected music analyst call him The penillion, a Welsh story teller. Only 2 left in the world if you include Ren
It’s a battle not to smile to the beat and rhymes with harsh lyrics. Especially in Violet’s tale.
I just started listening to your reaction. One one for you WOW.
Your interpretation of your videos are amazing. Wow, wow wow
14:03 :) I think, it feels like, you have a good sense
A good idea is to watch The tale of Jenny and Screach 360 version
It's LIVE and he explains what he was saying with this and it's inspiring
Love from the UK❤
It’s a difficult thing to see and hear. You might be looking for the word ‘pathos’ when you say ‘comedy/irony’ but far be it from me to dictate what you mean! Also, you mentioned it was kind of ‘minstrel + rap’ and I think Ren himself coined the term ‘Bardcore’ which is literally perfect!
Looking forward to more reaction from you. :)
My favorite little detail is in violets tale, when he says "The devil comes too dance" The snake sound after is just cherry on top
Thank you Jess for doing this one (and for anyone else reading check out Jess’s pay-tree-on and show her some more support). Me of my first thoughts on this song was of the travelling minstrel vibe too, Ren is definitely a storyteller and performer as well as a musician. While he does tackle some uncomfortable subjects I find he does it in a way that’s not meaning to shock but that you take notice and think about the subject.
He has some less intense songs that are as good (it’s alright) and also can show the goofball side of him (what you want).
Keep up the great channel, your smiles, laughs and even tears at times show us how much music can move someone and thanks for sharing that with us 🙂.
Yeah, I agree about the dark humour. I think it turns on the phrase 'It's such a shame', which apparently stood out to Ren in the original newspaper article about a young boy who killed a prostitute, and inspired the first two tales. It's just too little a reaction for generational trauma that marrs and ends lives.
😔 Sigh… like the seemingly ever present, oh so woefully f’kn inadequate
“thoughts and prayers”
I subscribed and you are really insightful honest and sweet. Glad I found my way here.
'"Staying Light-Hearted?" Bit difficult! As Ren says; "This isn't entertainment; it's real life."
Ren is a very Deliberate and Powerful Social Commentator as well as a multi-talented creative artist, and he utilises a lot of diverse approaches to tell a story. The stories he tells are often uncomfortable truths. Things we are inclined to look - or click - away from. We murmur vague meaningless platitudes; like " Oh what a shame..." and then flick to something 'more entertaining'. They vanish so quickly within the 24 hr unrelenting News Cycle. Ren says; No! Stop! LOOK at this. These lives are important. We KNOW why innocents like Jenny, Violet, and Screech too, get onto pathways that lead them to becoming victims and/or perpetrators. He leaves the big question hanging... "Why aren't we doing more to stop this stuff from happening?" He brings us right into the frame- up close. Ren wants us to 'Stand Witness' to these tragedies. He wants us to care- just as he does.
Ren is like a modern day bard ❤
Wow... never heard anyone comment on the time. 13:31. I like it. Money Game 3 and Hi Ren are both 9:19 but Ren said it wasn't intentional, he hadn't noticed, so I doubt the 13:31 was intentional.
But hey, what I wanted to say before you distracted me with the time comment is: you okay? tired? distressed? ill? high? You seem really different in this video. I hope all is well, and if you need a good sleep I hope you get it. Cheers!
Finally got to see it. It was worth the wait. You seem a bit tougher about the subject matter than many reactors I have seen. People often break in Violets tale. Nothing wrong with that, just an observation. Makes me wonder how hard the rainfall was. Loved your reaction and you company. Thank you.
❤you’re great!❤
Yes, generational violence. Which started in tale with father of Violet abusing her and her mother not coping. One interesting point the government allowed her to live on her own. Could she have been pregnant by her father when she got government help rather then rather then being fostered by someone on an emergency basis.
Why was the prick so upset maybe because he knew she was pregnant before he met her. Still doesn’t make his violence right. He should have been supporting her not beating her.
Yes the twins were separated at birth to foster or adoption. So they lived separate life’s till that fateful day.
A tragedy of generational violence worthy of the Greek Tragedies or the Bard himself, Shakespeare. A warning to modern society not to ignore the issues.
It’s such shame.
There is no "cou;ld" about it, Violey's father IS the twins father. She was ablle to collect welfare because she was already pregnant when she left home, and Stevie knew the math wasn't mathin' when he repeatedly asked "Why you lying to me Violet?"
"...clocked out like Big Ben"... Nice way of saying she died. 👍🏼
great reaction Jessie!
Please please please react to the big push 'watch out ' live busking session. It's so much fun. I think you'll love it ❤😊❤
You are really perceptive. Im a procrastinator but i might just get around to making you my first patreon person
Ya I hear a lot dark humor and satire, he mentions Tarantino in his rap song "Losing It".
SO much to take in with this brilliant Shakespearean tragedy. I get frustrated with some reactions when it's missed how he describes Jenny....why would a 14 year old be walking the same street a 1000 times, in high heel shoes? Almost no one seems to catch that. Also, for "Screech's Tale", it seems that almost no one catches that Screech's girlfriend and his friend Patrick, happen to be "busy", or not available, at the same time. Consider why. Maybe they were together? Patrick wasn't home...was he with Screech's girl at her place and that's why she was "busy"? It adds a whole other layer to the story. Also consider that Jenny and Screech were born side by side, and essentially died side by side, one street apart. Born on the same day (2005), died on the same day (2019). An entire family, mother and twins that never knew each other, wiped out by a cycle of violence. An abused mother, a 14 year old prostitute, and a 14 year old thug/murderer. There's sheer brilliance in the line "please let my baby stay alive"....at this point you don't yet know that it's twins, but "baby" followed by "stay" can also be read as "babies" because the S in "stay" isn't necessarily separate from "baby". Say it out loud- you'll understand what I mean. Such a clever way to hide the twist reveal while still giving it up at the same time...if you can catch it. Brilliant.Powerful stuff. In "Violet's Tale", the way he uses the acoustics of his environment to accentuate the song is absolute brilliance too....and btw, Ren is self taught on the guitar. Just one of many instruments he plays including drums, bass, & piano.The man is truly special. A prodigy.
From what I understand, he wrote the first 2 songs after reading an article about a very young man murdering a young woman in London, he didn't write "Violet's Tale" until a few years later and that one was of his own making. He said that there are 2 songs so far that he wrote, that he knew in his gut were special. "Hi Ren" (of course) and "Violet's Tale". (He was right on both counts imo.)
You fotgot the part that maybe 90% of reactors don't catch in Violet's Tale,, they all wrongly assume that Stevie is the father.
Also figure in the fact that Violet was almost certainly beaten and withheld prenatal or medical care of any kind during the entire pregnancy. All of that has an effect on the development of the babies. Add twins to that and wow... I'm surprised she made it to 9 months. Poor Violet didn't make it past it, though.
I'm not convinced Jenny was a prostitute. 14 yr old girls wear 'high heels' for lots of reasons, but not like stilettos or anything. He refers to the girls as ladies, possibly to throw us off the reality that they were just children, too. But I saw Jenny as I saw myself at 14. Walking to get out of the house, even getting a part time job cleaning or something. That's how I saw her. A quiet girl who just wanted a better life. 🤷♀️
Just hit the east side of the LBC on a mission trying to find Mr Warren G. Cadence is what I’m getting
Great reaction. Well done! Keep Reacting!
ren calls it bairdcore,like minstrels of olde
Minstrel indeed, though he considers it more like a bard and calls it "Bardcore" :)
I think if you wanted to to revisit it & "pick it apart" people would really enjoy that. You made some interesting points. Animal Flow by Ren also has so much to take in because there are many references to cult films ( Clockwork Orange, Willy Wonka, The Shining, Witches of Eastwick, Silence of the Lambs) & cult classic novels ( Lord of the Flies, Wind in the Willows, Animal Farm).
Smashing it 💪🏆
Boy, that’s a rough one. Another reactor noticed that 2005 was a year. I thought it was a zip code. He started the trilogy in 2019 which makes the twins 14, like he ID’d Screech near the beginning. Rewind the hands of time….
when I was editing I noticed he also played his guitar in a way that sounded a lot like a tape rewinding during Violet's Tale
@@flowersafterrainfall yeah, he wound it up to the past then down back where it started. He’s so locked in on the smallest details. Can’t remember where but you called something art that most would call music. That’s spot-on :)
Another great reaction Jessie, keep them coming, the subs are rising 😃. The 1331 I hadn't noticed that before well spotted. By the way is that a hot water bottle you're hugging? Also 🐼 hat is back :)😄
it's a plushie shaped like a fat, round dragon lol i got a feeling i was going to want to hold something during this one.
Nice @@flowersafterrainfall 🤣
This girl has a nice vibe, she belongs in the 🐇 🕳 lol
Bard-core!😉🤘