I had never heard of song reactions until Ren. I have watched so many people react to him just to get a hit of watching it that first time. Chasing the Ren dragon, lol
Good things to know about Ren: 1: this was performed live and audio is a single take…only took 4 tries. Video has a few cuts for closup shots, but the audio is continuous. Ren clearly likes pushing the boundaries of filmed musical performance. Jenny and Screech is 3 single 1-take moving audio and video performances. And before everyone yells at you, do a reaction to the full versions with all 3 tales. 2: Ren has been very sick for a long time. He was bitten by a tick and contracted Lyme disease. He was misdiagnosed for many years and treated for mental disorders instead of the actual disease he had. The combination of the psychiatric drugs he took and years of untreated Lyme disease left him in a state where he would spend 23 hours a day in bed. He was finally properly diagnosed with Lyme disease and got stem cell treatments that made him feel better, but he is still quite ill. He wrote this song, Sick Boi, and a few others that haven’t come out yet, but is currently in Canada receiving intensive daily treatments so he can’t fully enjoy the success he is finally getting…though he has been watching reaction videos and commenting on them, so don’t be shocked if he drops by. 3: He got his start busking in London and Brighton, is talented in just about every facet of making music, and was signed by Sony right before he got sick. He was unable to produce music so Sony dropped him. He’s a staggering talent who writes performs, directs, sings, raps (Ren can Rap Rap), produces, plays most instruments, and and is clearly an incredible actor. Waiting for his first streaming series. 4: he collaborates with lots of other cool artists…you’ll enjoy his collaborations with Chinchilla. He also has a band called The Big Push 5: Go and read his community page…it’s worth it SUBSCRIBED! 1:18
I was introduced to Ren by a friend. When I listened to him for the first time I was captivated. I just couldn't believe how much talent he displayed throughout his piece. The longer I listened the more enthralled I became. Now I listen to him every chance I get. There is more to be found with every play and it is fascinating! I'll be telling my grandchildren to listen to one of the greatest performers of all time!
I wish I had came across your comment sooner, you're 100% right about everything! I wonder if you are the Jeff who is his friend?I suppose if I'd came across all the info you gave, then I wouldn't of gotten all the enjoyment of listening and looking at hours and hours of his music, interviews, Wikipedia and all the reaction videos I watched. I found him through Knox Hills reaction video about 3 weeks ago. Since then I've been almost obsessed with him, in a good way 😂. The guy is a genuine once in a lifetime artist, he is a musical genius, no question about it!!! I watched both the interviews with Knox Hill, and I truly am glad he's doing a lot better. It's a shame he had to go all the way to Canada to get the treatment he needed! REN,LEGEND!
I love the pause in every reaction video as people try to collect their thoughts on what they just watched lol. It makes you think so much about your own life and personal stuff.
You should absolutley go down the rabbithole with Ren! Such a talented man! If you want to hear more of his storytelling you should check out "the tale of Jenny and Screech". Be sure to watch the one that says "Full" though, to get the correct experience, don't watch them one by one. And the song "Chalk Outlines" with another artist called chinchilla is another masterpiece! ❤️
Definitely... Jenny and Screech is certainly on par with Hi Ren, yet completely different. What is this guy going to be doing in 10 years? He could own Broadway, if he wants to.
It is one of the best musical performances I've ever seen in my 35 years of being alive and even after watching it numerous times I still get emotional listening to it. Such a powerful song.
Ren saved my life. He will never know the impact he made on humanity... but he has saved many many people from going thru with their decisions. I think he must be an angel...
Generational is not a big enough word. I have artist from every decade of my 50 years on this spinny dirty rock. He is my fav in 2023... RagnBone Man and Teddy Swims at in my tops and Kendrick Lamar hit me like a bolt but Ren... his "one sets" his collabs his busking... this Man owns this decade for me so far.
I think they are overvaluing him, there are many artists with much more talent and many have gone through very difficult things and have known how to express it very well in their music in addition to having incredible vocal control.
I have watched a lot of reactions to this video, and the magic moment is always when it starts to really hit the person watching for the first time. You did a great job with this.
@@rayactionsPlease... please come back for more Ren! You haven't seen hi singing side yet! Suggest: Back on 74/Message in. Bottle, Fred Again Mashup, Englishman in New York, Chaulk Outlines, at least! Lol 😊
@@rayactions Job 34:19-20 “Who takes no partiality to princes? And no regard for the rich above the poor? They all must work with their hands; for, in one moment, death by division. The people will be shaken and pass away. Valiant and turned aside without hand.” Genesis 5:29 "Proclaim the name, "Noah," say, "this is our consolation, the flood by the deed worked by the toil of our hands," will arise from the ground, whom Yahweh has cursed?" Noah means "From the toil of thy hands, this same shall be comforter of." Genesis 11:5-6 “Yahweh, come down, to see the city’s brought down lifted up tower, which sons of men builded me. Yahweh utters, “Behold the one people, all the same language, and HERE are they begun to make accomplished, and, yeah, nothing which they purpose to make accomplished is inaccessible unto them.”” Ecclesiastes 7:27-28 ""To see to discovery, this," saith the Preacher, "you add one unto another, until you find the explanation: Who am I to seek? They seek to attain one man, out of the thousands, to attain the woman of the whole of mankind."" Revelation 9:20 "The remaining of mankind, who is not killed by these plagues, repented not of the works of their hands, in order that they might worship the demon, his image of gold, silver, brass, and petrified wood (the life inside the glorified shell), for I demonstrate power that he neither see, nor hear, nor walk." Isaiah 45:16 “To shame and moreover humiliation unto all who engrave the idol. Walk together upon the reproach.” Job28:20-24 “Whence wisdom? And knowledge, unto who does it come? And where is the place of understanding? And it is concealed from the eyes of all of the living. Concealed from the birds of the heavens (fallen angels). Abaddon (The Destroyer or Apollyon) bringing death, saith, “we have ears to hear the report.” Elohim (God) discerns their ways; He knows where they stand. Look to the end of the Earth. See all under the heavens. He will impart the weight of the winds; meted waters by measures. Making a limit to rain, and from a far distance for the voice of Thunder. At that time see and relate, He established, and moreover stretched it out. To man utter, “Behold in fear, your lord,” for the wisdom will depart, evil has understanding.” Job 26:6 "naked death before Abaddon, and nothing shall cover them over." Job 26:13-14 “by his breath the heavens are cleared, his hand shall pierce BARACK, a serpent. Behold ALLAH the end of his ways. How? A whisper, a word, hear the strength and the thunder. Who can discern?” Job 27:11-13 “I will throw out the hand of this god; who when with the Almighty, shall not be concealed. Behold, of all you have seen, how this act maketh empty. This is the portion of the wicked man, a Word of God, and the inheritance of the tyrant received of the Almighty.” Job 39:23-27 “The quiver rattles above, the BARACK (internal heavenly spear - in ancient Hebrew "Barack") and javelin (Barack the human man). With shaking and rage he races over the ground (of Mt. Zion). He will stand the sound of the Trumpet (7th one). As often Trumpets uttered, “Aha!” He perceived the war from afar (he had to leave America and be at the top of Mt. Zion for this last trumpet); now Thunder his princes, “this is the war! Bring down understanding with your birds of prey, soar by the spread of wing of the South (Islam), for the mouth of the Eagle mount is exalted on a nest on high.”” The dumb Muslims hope he has strength despite his reign in the USA over earlier that year as Joe Biden left as Ramadan 2025 ends as all life here ends, unless you are a fallen angel and can sustain live in hell as this old Earth cracks open and lava flows forth. Ezekiel 1:13-14 “for the living being was like a consumed ember, a consumed vision upright, shall he walk among living beings, fiery and bright was Barack, he had come out of the consummation. The living beings ran to and fro before the vision of Barack.” The second body is worthless of Barack Hussein Obama. Where is the angelic being within? Isaiah 14:18-19 "All the kings of the Earth shall lie down in a manner most glorious, each in a tomb, yet you shall be cast out of a tomb. An abhorrent branch, clothed with the slain yet pierced by a sword. Kneel to the ROCK and descend in a pit to be trampled as a corpse." Job 40:2 “Will the one who strives within be with the Almighty? Let this reproving god answer.” Job 38:7 “Till the morning stars (fallen angels) sing together in their new form, then will the sons of God (believers in the power of the blood of Jesus, Yashu'a) shout for joy.” The new form is angels who fell out of heaven will have no limbs upon finally getting their second body as they exit out of the second bodies of humans per Matthew 10:28. The soul of the human can't survive this either. Jeremiah 25:33-37 “The slain of Yahweh, on that day, one extremity of Earth unto the other. Not one remaining to lament, gather, or bury. They will be like unto dung, on the face of the Earth. Wail shepherds and cry, wallow in ash (all limbs & wings removed), most beautiful of the flock (Satan - remember birds are a symbol of fallen angels). For these days of slaughter were for your dispersion to come out. And you fell out, the most desired of the vessels (Lucifer). There is no flight, for the perishing shepherds. No escape, most majestic of the flock. Hear the voice crying, shepherds? Wail unto the master of your flock. Yahweh has devastated the pasture. Complete the fold and be silent. For this is the fierce anger of Yahweh.”
This is the kind of artistry that gives "broken" people hope. Ren, through this performance piece, has become to a lot of people exactly what he stated in the song, "...the voice that you hear when you loosen the noose on the rope". So powerful, so impactful. The song structure itself is incredible. It starts off as a battle between his positive (Angel) and negative (Demon) aspects, the negative then makes an overpowering last ditch effort to reign supreme, but ultimately fails as the final act, being the "God" aspect, emerges Triumphant, though still acknowledging and accepting that it will ALWAYS be a battle because we are all "a coin with 2 different sides". It's a beautifully cathartic and raw musical masterpiece. Ren is truly special. Welcome to the Ren rabbit-hole, it's a trip worth taking. This was the 4th take he did and yes, it was done live. Wait until you hear some of his other stuff, especially his storytelling ("The Tale of Jenny & Screech"). You haven't even touched the breadth of this young man's talent yet. #PerformanceArtPinnacle
I stopped counting the number of times I heard this song and it still brings me to tears. Loved your reaction to it - Definately check out more of REN because he´s amazing.
I know this is a year late. But this song is a savior for me. I have extreme depression. It’s considered dysthymia, extremely long lasting depression. Years long kind of depression. And Ren has saved me from the edge so many times. This song is so heavy but in a hopeful way. A reason to never stop fighting
Sometimes the reactions... how do I put this in words? ..... it's in your eyes, how you breathe, how every little bit of your soul responds to this video. No,not video. Epic work of art. I watched you react. Seen the video way to many times to count. For me it's all about the millions of viewers that are experiencing the Reniverse.( Renegades is being tossed around) This is music that is changing alot of people's minds and lives. Send Ren as much Love as you can and again thank you for you reaction. I got both you buttons. You got a new fan. Mad love and peace.
Lmfao how big your eyes got twd the end! I can tell youre not a girl who gets shook easily and you were actually speechless and shook! Ty for sharing 😊
Iv been horrifically ill for over 20yrs with 4 life saving operations god bless the wonderful NHS. Anyway Ren is a tonic I'm 52 and bunch him with Bowie for envisioned mind blowing diversity, intact Ren is more talented he's a once in a life time gift, we can't let his work stay underground. ♥
Good to see a new reactor, you'll be hit with a bunch of what I call the 'reactor' songs, songs that reaction channels all hit up. Good news, they're cracking songs so enjoy the journey!
My favorite touch is it actually visualized the "brighter the light shines the darker the Shadow it casts" line in where is stands up confidently shouting about hope but the the "dark side" takes over while standing up shown by the flickering and that is the most active that side was
A special, special talent indeed. Knowing his back story too, he's an absolute legend to still be delivering his message in the land of the living. Hat's off and keep fighting the good fight with mental health wor kid!
What I find interesting about Hi Ren reactions is how the person who reacts is initially all happy and eager, and as the piece progresses, they are more and more serious (I hope that is the correct English word) :-) Must be a mark of a great piece of art :-)
Welcome to Ren World. He’s probably the most versatile songwriter of the last 30 years. Yes, this song is amazing but his entire catalog of music is incredible all the way around. His two songs with Chinchilla are ridiculous good. How to Be Me is probably my favorite duet of all time. Chalk Outlines is a close 2nd. His rap songs are insane. His music with The Big Push is great too. Bongo Bong, English Man in NY, and I Shot the Sheriff / Zion - all covers but so good. Just pick anything to react to and you will feel something and have material to discuss. The Renheads will show up.
@@dannybaxter4710cool bro,so contrarian. that’s such a unique perspective. It’s really inspired me to change my mind. Please give me a list of your incredible music tastes and I’ll switch immediately.
I've viewed loads of reactions, and yours was honest and genuine,the "Phhhh" and when you moved your hands to your hair. You've been Ren'd. I still can't get over how this track moves us all ,us simple, vulnerable, silly, imperfect wonderful human beings. Big love x
Seriously? This video was like watching a tomato ripen. The originator of this content is expressionless and will not be getting any follows from me. Dull, dull, dull.
you are one of the few reactists, that mentioned the "stand on my own two feet" part of the song. This is such a great moment for us. Greetings from Germany from Caro and Chris
I just found his cover/mash up of "I Shot The Sherriff" tonight. Looks like he did it with a band on the street. Blew MY MIND. Please check it out. I'm currently going down the Ren rabbit hole. I think lots of people are. He seems to have only been dong stuff for a few months? But he is getting so much response. For good reason. I am in my 50's and practically never like "current stuff". But this guy is obviously so special.
Most common reaction quote: "I was NOT prepared for that." The reason he seems soooo committed and sincere is simply because he's performing an autobiographical masterpiece. Aside from everything else that's amazing about it, I believe the entire performance was live, and I think one of just four takes. Everything about this is just brilliant and profound, but I still can't get over this young man's old soul wisdom. ❤
Great reaction. How this artistic masterpiece impacted you was written on your face throughout. It hits nearly everyone who sees it hard, myself very much included. Because to a greater or lesser degree we all share this ongoing inner pendulum. I hope you choose to dive deeper into the Ren rabbit hole. It is full of amazing performances together with deep and meaningful lyrics. Subscribed.
I love the very authentic transition in your reaction. First, full of wonder and enthusiasm about Ren's musical prowess. Then getting invested and getting a little sad and concerned... Then getting almost frustrated and angry with Devil-Ren... Then almost disturbed when the Devil showed his true colors... Then the sadness, care, concern and hope and positivity rising back up again. ...Until the poem hits and you seem to relax again... Really loved it!
This was one of the most enjoyable reactions to just watch, your face said EVERYTHING. Since we can only have that single first time reaction it is so great to watch someone be amazed by Ren.
Wonderful reaction... Ren is a legit genius with music. He also has an amazing fan base. The more Ren you do, the more we'll show for the Renaissance you will be endeavoring. Welcome & got another new subscriber.
I love watching reaction videos that have a few thoughts interspersed throughout but not wrecking the performance. I loathe reaction videos that are paused a half million times where the person reacting is making it all about themselves rather than the original performance. You did a great job with this. All of your emotions seemed real and valid. I'll be watching more from your channel. Great job.
I have been "hearing" (through youtube feed) about Ren for four months now. I am glad I was able to see it for the first time with you...Four months later.
Really liked the reaction. Can tell it’s a genuine reaction rather than some of the others I’ve seen. Only way it could be improved is the buzzing on your mic and advertising ppl to follow Rens channel as well as yours would be cool I know it’s in the description but telling ppl to do it works wonders. He deserves to be followed by millions
The most intelligent artist I’ve ever heard! I can’t stop listening to him! He’s mesmerizing! I’m definitely playing one of his songs at my funeral! Seriously absolutely no other artist comes close to him! He’s a breath of fresh air and he makes me so happy! I just want hug him and say everyone and I mean everyone has his back! I totally understand him! He has balls of steel ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
This is the song that got me into ren as well he is such an amazing artest a bard of the new world his abilities to tell a story and make you feel everything is nothing short of amazing.
Amazing to watch your face.... theprofound, emotional connection to this work brought to you. Goosebumps. We are our best when we are at our softest, our most vulnerable.
Love seeing you get emotional! Definitely powerful stuff here. You’ll love his Tale of Jenny & Screech (full version). Also another great emotional piece is Spiritbox “Constance”. About losing a loved one to dementia/Alzheimer’s. Lost my mom to dementia two years ago and would love your take on this video.
I really like your video setup. I have watched quite a few reactions for this song, but it feels like a really nice balance between music video and person reacting. Neither is too small and both are very clearly visible. All the best with the sound troubleshooting! Also personally I would not mind "second reaction" video to this song. It feels like there was more you could say about it. I might be projecting though. Well done, really enjoyed it!
What’s so amazing about this performance is how it instantly touches the humanity of almost every single person that watches it for the first time. A powerful and intense emotional connection that every human has with it goes on display with the reaction and it’s almost impossible for anyone to not be connected yo it. How different reactors react is so interesting to me
Ren Hit on something so universal with this that it touches everyone in one way or another.Of all the reactions I have seen to Hi Ren, there aren't any where the reactor isn't moved by this piece.
Nice reaction. You will likely find a legion of Ren fans, who follow these reactions. I think it's because we can't see it for the first time again, so there is something about watching somebody else take the journey! I would definitely recommend checking out his other stuff, he is immensely talented artist covering many genres and styles. You're probably going to get a LOT of people asking for Jenny & Screech, I would personally not recommend this, it's a straight-up tragic gut-punch (but expertly performed.) Instead I would suggest his Sick Boi, which is a great bridge to his other works, be it his solo work, collabs, or the band he played with called The Big Push.
Thanks so much for reacting to Ren and sharing his talent and his message. I've enjoyed watching many people connect with this piece on a very personal level. It's something that resonates with nearly everyone. Self-doubt will always be with us. We just have to learn the best way for each of us to deal with it.
That blink! Before the ‘loosened the noose on the rope’ lyric. Gave you away! But ‘til then, you were amongst the best I’ve watched. I hope my analysis is wrong. But, it seems like such a genuine pre-emptive blink?!
Hi Rachel, this song/video is like a brilliant piece of performance art and I was blown away the first time I watched it because it reminded me of my inner struggle and self-doubt when I was young that ultimately made me give up my childhood dream of being a full-time professional musician and instead pursue a career in a "safe and stable" profession, which I've regretted ever since.
I was introduced to Ren from the Cracking the Cryptic channel. I noped out of one of the reaction videos to *Chalk Drawings* only to come to your own video on that video, and now watching this. Your response clearly connects. I'm a bit scared to look at some of the reaction videos because it feels some will be too much of the "nope" type.
Hi Rachel, interesting reaction at the start I didn’t think that you realised it was about himself and his struggles but you didn’t take too long to get it! I’ve watched and liked what you’ve done before, great reactions! What a collection of absolute corkers to start off with, you couldn’t really have come up with anything much better to start your channel. Subscribed, looking forward to your next posts 💖
Welcome to the Ren rabbithole, we hope you enjoy your stay ^^ Some personal favourites of mine are "Chalk Outlines" "Money Game" (part 1 and 2) and "Life is Funny"
Thanks for doing this reaction. Sounds like your headphones are causing feedback/interference. I recommend chalk outlines as your next Ren music to review/react to.
Not so long ago (probably 3 weeks) I decided to check this song Hi Ren for the first time and got blown away by it! 😂Ren is very talented person with many great bits like Sick Boi. In his music he usually mentions many of his mental struggles and in that regard he reminds me of another great rapper called NF. If You want I suggest one song from NF- Mansion (this is by far my favorite one by this artist). 😉Great reaction! 😃
I wish my cousin Davey could of heard this song before he took his life, it might of helped..so much regret...I don't know what to say...thank you for the reaction....keeping this song in the spotlight can only help those who are suffering
Thank you, Rachel, for your reaction. REN's "Hi Ren" clearly hit you so hard and left you (mostly) for a loss of words. Follow up on the comments,recommendations and input of Jeff Wilson (?), 12:30 which is I value also so much. In addition, to pick up more about REN, you should also listen to an interview of about 1hr13m done by a lady therapist whose name slips me now, unfortunately. I love your reaction. ❤
Rin will never know what this (song) has done for me! So.eone understands my battle with my inner demons. And from the reaction videos and comments, I now know i'm not alone. Thank you Rin.
Great reaction video (I've seen a few) no you did not analyse and comment a lot but you gave a look into your own soul by locking up after your initial response this piece hit you like a brick and I wished I could read your mind at that point. I expected the second part of ren singing would make you smile and that was a small relief I would say you have your struggles in not allowing your emotions to show (except the positive emotions). Your emotions are of great value to express don't put them on a scale (resulting in keeping them for yourself). Share it express them you deserve to be heard and you have not any obligation to keep up the appearances. You have one obligation and that would be being yourself and feel the space to breathe and express yourself no matter what. Love for you (and all the Rennies) from Holland !!! take care 🙏
Boy, you are hitting all the biggies for reactors right away. I agree with Boman891, "Chalk Outlines" with Chinchilla is a great song and well worth a reaction. Good Work.
I hear a kind of buzzing noise in my headphones whenever the microphone picks up your voice, it's also present in your last two videos, only your first upload didn't have that. Other than that's its perfect, you even have a much higher sound quality on the videos you are watching than alot of vocal coaches who react on TH-cam, well done. Keep that charming personality going 😁
This is art of transcendent beauty and an *important* song. Artists often struggle with imposter syndrome. There’s a movie starring Olivia Munn called “Violet” that rings of this and was a transformative experience for me-much the same as this song resonates. As a person who’s never been able to escape negative self-talk and imposter syndrome, *realizing* that I can exert the strength that destructive voice questions-strength that already resides within me-was sooo important. It takes time to push past the negativity-to make your own voice stronger, but if anyone out there is struggling with this, please please please *know* that you can do it. *Know* that I believe in you… but you don’t need me to-just like you don’t need the shroud of doubt that feels first of protection and then as a prison. You are *stronger* than that voice. You are stronger than you can *possibly* know… until you push back with softness or aggression-your choice.
Great reaction. “Hi Ren" is the song that put Ren on everyone's radar since December; it went viral and has garnered more than 6 million views since its debut, but he has been creating great music for more than ten years. Ren’s music videos are generally recorded live, often in a single take, although not necessarily the first take, and from various camera angles. His release, "Sick Boi," is almost another chapter to "Hi Ren." Many of Ren’s songs resonate with people because he addresses struggles that many others face every day. Ren plays multiple instruments (acoustic, electric, and bass guitar, piano, drums), has impressive vocals, is an excellent storyteller, and is quite the philosopher and poet. He is considered by many a modern bard; he calls his music “bardcore.” Ren’s earliest recordings on TH-cam are from his time in a band called “Trick The Fox,” consisting of Ren and his buddies Charlie and Tommy. Unfortunately, the band performed only briefly due to Ren’s onset of health issues. They are very talented. A fun clip to watch is “The Mash Up.” Ren’s trilogy "The Tale of Jenny/Screech/Violet" has been likened to a Shakespearean tragedy and is a prime example of his genius; it is a master’s class in storytelling and also showcases his guitar skills. The three acts are haunting, and the conclusion will catch you off guard. The trilogy needs to be watched in the order given, as this is the flow of the storyline and is best watched as a whole rather than piecemeal. Ren’s collaborations with Chinchilla (“Chalk Outlines,” “How to Be Me,” “Sexual Healing,” “One Dance/Drunk in Love”) are beautiful and showcase his singing voice. His live music videos are especially impressive. Ren's personal reflections are threaded through many of his songs; "Insomnia," "Depression," “Diazepam," “Penitence,” “Dear God,” “Heretic,” “Dominos,” his "Freckled Angels" album, just to name a few, all deserve a listen. His song "Money Game" (Part I & II) is another recommendation, although it is less of a personal song than it is an indictment of greed and the resulting injustices in this world. Ren’s Hip Hop/Rap style songs are all worth checking out if you enjoy this genre; they are pretty amazing. Check out “The Hunger,” “Genesis,” “What You Want,” “Losing it (FISHER rap retake),” “Right here, right now (Fatboy Slim one shot retake),” "Life is Funny," “Love Music (Parts 1, 2, and 3),” “Crucify Your Culture,” “Power,” and his latest release, “Bittersweet symphony (The Verve retake).” As I recently discovered, Ren also recorded a cover of “Can't Help Falling In Love (Elvis Cover),” that is simply beautiful. Then there are his performances with Sam Tompkins (“Blind Eyed,” “Earned it /Mans World / Falling,” “Walking on the moon/No Diggity”), Eden Nash (“Humble,” “Ocean”), Bibi (“Crutch,” “Ahiahiaoha”), Molly McKinna (“Penitence”), his former bandmate, Romain Axisa (“French Song”), which are all great. "The Big Push" busking sessions, concerts, and live recordings all are awesome and well worth checking out. Their covers of "I Shot the Sheriff/Road to Zion/Hip Hop," "Wade in the Water/Nina Simone/Trouble so Hard," “War Pigs,” "My Generation," "An Englishman in New York," “Bongo Bong,” the songs "Oh My Woman," “Swan Song,” “Sweet Little Lady," "It's Alright," "Watch Out," “Dignity,” and so many others are equally impressive. The band performed their last official busking session and gave their last concert in September of last year due to the fact that Ren was leaving for Canada to undergo medical treatment for his multiple health issues, including surgeries. In anticipation of his stay in Canada, Ren prepared some music ahead of time to be released over the next six months that he expects to be gone. He released “Sick Boi” and “Bittersweet Symphony (The Verve retake),” which is another masterful work. Ren has hinted that he might release his newest song on March 29, which is his birthday.
@@trevorlangston4219 Lol. My only fixation, and a healthy one at that, is on God, not on anything created. I simply appreciate talent when I see/hear it and try to share the information I have with others who were moved by Ren's music. Nothing unhealthy about that. It only takes a second to copy and paste what I wrote to someone's reaction. Have a blessed day.
His rap is extremely good. You should definitely check out his other work. He suffered from lyme disease and beat it. He's a multi-instruentalist, rapper and busker. Loved your video but please take one small bit of advice from a long-time musician and producer. Use a low shelf to EQ out the lows on your voice channel. When you breathe into the microphone, anyone listening on a good set of speakers or headphones gets an unpleasant, low rumble the overpowers the rest of the audio. Another option is to relocate the microphone so it doesn't catch your breath. At my studio, we always record and sing at a 45 degree angle into the microphone for that same reason. Peace and thanks for a nice reaction video. Hope to hear some of your work on your channel as well.
Great reaction!! There's so much more with Ren and his band The Big Push to check out. His Hunger song they found the hospital chair. The Pig mask represents greed and everything we get lied to about, big pharma, democracy and the music industry lying to us. No songs disappoint!
Happy to see you get in invested in this song. This was theater by a true artist. You get lost in the story. First time subscriber and I'll be watching more of your stuff.
New to the channel..but i guess everyone is, including you! LoL!! Love your reactions so far and LOVE that you have started down the "REN Rabbit Hole"! His back story is very interesting and he is a bucket full o talent!!! You may have seen his lav mic, nearly all of his videos if not all are "one take". As many have said, "Chalk Outlines" is amazing but I also would love to suggest "The Hunger" to see a different side of REN...and, he was par of a Band called The Big Push, their cover of "I Shot the Sherriff" (the I shot the sheriff/road to zion/hip hop one) shows how amazing he is on guitar too!! Look forward to seeing your journey here, be well!
Great reaction! I looked at the songs you've reacted to so far and I must say you've selected some very good ones! You've got a new subscriber. As far as HI Ren, I think of it not as a song but more as an amazing artistic performance.
The stunned silence after Ren never gets old.
And the long exhale to relieve pressure
I’ve noticed the same thing ✅
I had never heard of song reactions until Ren. I have watched so many people react to him just to get a hit of watching it that first time. Chasing the Ren dragon, lol
@@MultiManderson Same - and I'm 60+. -And perfect analogy, hahahahah 🤣
She's trying to decide how honestly critical she can be and still have her reaction channel.
Same reaction as me except im a 45 year old dude and i cried more
Same age and same reaction, this song pack a punch
Good things to know about Ren:
1: this was performed live and audio is a single take…only took 4 tries. Video has a few cuts for closup shots, but the audio is continuous. Ren clearly likes pushing the boundaries of filmed musical performance. Jenny and Screech is 3 single 1-take moving audio and video performances. And before everyone yells at you, do a reaction to the full versions with all 3 tales.
2: Ren has been very sick for a long time. He was bitten by a tick and contracted Lyme disease. He was misdiagnosed for many years and treated for mental disorders instead of the actual disease he had. The combination of the psychiatric drugs he took and years of untreated Lyme disease left him in a state where he would spend 23 hours a day in bed. He was finally properly diagnosed with Lyme disease and got stem cell treatments that made him feel better, but he is still quite ill. He wrote this song, Sick Boi, and a few others that haven’t come out yet, but is currently in Canada receiving intensive daily treatments so he can’t fully enjoy the success he is finally getting…though he has been watching reaction videos and commenting on them, so don’t be shocked if he drops by.
3: He got his start busking in London and Brighton, is talented in just about every facet of making music, and was signed by Sony right before he got sick. He was unable to produce music so Sony dropped him. He’s a staggering talent who writes performs, directs, sings, raps (Ren can Rap Rap), produces, plays most instruments, and and is clearly an incredible actor. Waiting for his first streaming series.
4: he collaborates with lots of other cool artists…you’ll enjoy his collaborations with Chinchilla. He also has a band called The Big Push
5: Go and read his community page…it’s worth it
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I was introduced to Ren by a friend. When I listened to him for the first time I was captivated. I just couldn't believe how much talent he displayed throughout his piece. The longer I listened the more enthralled I became.
Now I listen to him every chance I get. There is more to be found with every play and it is fascinating!
I'll be telling my grandchildren to listen to one of the greatest performers of all time!
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Fact
One of the greatest, most captivating performers of all time! I’ve been listening for months and can’t stop!
Dude is insanely talented. Kill it Ren.
I wish I had came across your comment sooner, you're 100% right about everything! I wonder if you are the Jeff who is his friend?I suppose if I'd came across all the info you gave, then I wouldn't of gotten all the enjoyment of listening and looking at hours and hours of his music, interviews, Wikipedia and all the reaction videos I watched. I found him through Knox Hills reaction video about 3 weeks ago. Since then I've been almost obsessed with him, in a good way 😂. The guy is a genuine once in a lifetime artist, he is a musical genius, no question about it!!! I watched both the interviews with Knox Hill, and I truly am glad he's doing a lot better. It's a shame he had to go all the way to Canada to get the treatment he needed! REN,LEGEND!
I love the pause in every reaction video as people try to collect their thoughts on what they just watched lol. It makes you think so much about your own life and personal stuff.
You should absolutley go down the rabbithole with Ren! Such a talented man!
If you want to hear more of his storytelling you should check out "the tale of Jenny and Screech". Be sure to watch the one that says "Full" though, to get the correct experience, don't watch them one by one.
And the song "Chalk Outlines" with another artist called chinchilla is another masterpiece! ❤️
Chalk Outlines is so good.
@@LooneyBanger it is! The live version is far better than the "production" piece. Completely different style to Hi Ren, but simply amazing.
definitely
Definitely... Jenny and Screech is certainly on par with Hi Ren, yet completely different.
What is this guy going to be doing in 10 years? He could own Broadway, if he wants to.
It is one of the best musical performances I've ever seen in my 35 years of being alive and even after watching it numerous times I still get emotional listening to it. Such a powerful song.
Indeed
Or, in my 70 years. I’m sure even older people than me, also. This stuff is timeless. We recognize greatness when we see and hear it.
48 years here and same.
35 too and couldn't agree with what you said more. The last person I saw and said he'll make it big was ed sheeran opening for example.
Pushing 102 here. This shit is lit.
Ren saved my life. He will never know the impact he made on humanity... but he has saved many many people from going thru with their decisions. I think he must be an angel...
I love you Manna. ❤
Nope he needs to remember he is human he said so himself.
@@ThePhilly501 that is so kind...it made me smile. :) Thank you so much. X
@@abyssoftus ahhh yes, point understood.
My best friend called him my emotional support human
I believe that this may be the most powerful piece of art in at least the past 20 years.
Generational is not a big enough word. I have artist from every decade of my 50 years on this spinny dirty rock. He is my fav in 2023... RagnBone Man and Teddy Swims at in my tops and Kendrick Lamar hit me like a bolt but Ren... his "one sets" his collabs his busking... this Man owns this decade for me so far.
Easily 20.
i said the same thing the first time i saw this
I think they are overvaluing him, there are many artists with much more talent and many have gone through very difficult things and have known how to express it very well in their music in addition to having incredible vocal control.
Spot on.
I have watched a lot of reactions to this video, and the magic moment is always when it starts to really hit the person watching for the first time. You did a great job with this.
Thank you, it was a beautiful piece of art from Ren 🫂
Shakespearian !! 🌹j.
@@rayactionsPlease... please come back for more Ren! You haven't seen hi singing side yet!
Suggest: Back on 74/Message in. Bottle, Fred Again Mashup, Englishman in New York, Chaulk Outlines, at least! Lol 😊
@@rayactions Job 34:19-20
“Who takes no partiality to princes? And no regard for the rich above the poor? They all must work with their hands; for, in one moment, death by division. The people will be shaken and pass away. Valiant and turned aside without hand.”
Genesis 5:29
"Proclaim the name, "Noah," say, "this is our consolation, the flood by the deed worked by the toil of our hands," will arise from the ground, whom Yahweh has cursed?"
Noah means "From the toil of thy hands, this same shall be comforter of."
Genesis 11:5-6
“Yahweh, come down, to see the city’s brought down lifted up tower, which sons of men builded me. Yahweh utters, “Behold the one people, all the same language, and HERE are they begun to make accomplished, and, yeah, nothing which they purpose to make accomplished is inaccessible unto them.””
Ecclesiastes 7:27-28
""To see to discovery, this," saith the Preacher, "you add one unto another, until you find the explanation: Who am I to seek? They seek to attain one man, out of the thousands, to attain the woman of the whole of mankind.""
Revelation 9:20
"The remaining of mankind, who is not killed by these plagues, repented not of the works of their hands, in order that they might worship the demon, his image of gold, silver, brass, and petrified wood (the life inside the glorified shell), for I demonstrate power that he neither see, nor hear, nor walk."
Isaiah 45:16
“To shame and moreover humiliation unto all who engrave the idol. Walk together upon the reproach.”
Job28:20-24
“Whence wisdom? And knowledge, unto who does it come? And where is the place of understanding? And it is concealed from the eyes of all of the living. Concealed from the birds of the heavens (fallen angels). Abaddon (The Destroyer or Apollyon) bringing death, saith, “we have ears to hear the report.” Elohim (God) discerns their ways; He knows where they stand. Look to the end of the Earth. See all under the heavens. He will impart the weight of the winds; meted waters by measures. Making a limit to rain, and from a far distance for the voice of Thunder. At that time see and relate, He established, and moreover stretched it out. To man utter, “Behold in fear, your lord,” for the wisdom will depart, evil has understanding.”
Job 26:6
"naked death before Abaddon, and nothing shall cover them over."
Job 26:13-14
“by his breath the heavens are cleared, his hand shall pierce BARACK, a serpent. Behold ALLAH the end of his ways. How? A whisper, a word, hear the strength and the thunder. Who can discern?”
Job 27:11-13
“I will throw out the hand of this god; who when with the Almighty, shall not be concealed. Behold, of all you have seen, how this act maketh empty. This is the portion of the wicked man, a Word of God, and the inheritance of the tyrant received of the Almighty.”
Job 39:23-27
“The quiver rattles above, the BARACK (internal heavenly spear - in ancient Hebrew "Barack") and javelin (Barack the human man). With shaking and rage he races over the ground (of Mt. Zion). He will stand the sound of the Trumpet (7th one). As often Trumpets uttered, “Aha!” He perceived the war from afar (he had to leave America and be at the top of Mt. Zion for this last trumpet); now Thunder his princes, “this is the war! Bring down understanding with your birds of prey, soar by the spread of wing of the South (Islam), for the mouth of the Eagle mount is exalted on a nest on high.””
The dumb Muslims hope he has strength despite his reign in the USA over earlier that year as Joe Biden left as Ramadan 2025 ends as all life here ends, unless you are a fallen angel and can sustain live in hell as this old Earth cracks open and lava flows forth.
Ezekiel 1:13-14
“for the living being was like a consumed ember, a consumed vision upright, shall he walk among living beings, fiery and bright was Barack, he had come out of the consummation. The living beings ran to and fro before the vision of Barack.”
The second body is worthless of Barack Hussein Obama. Where is the angelic being within?
Isaiah 14:18-19
"All the kings of the Earth shall lie down in a manner most glorious, each in a tomb, yet you shall be cast out of a tomb. An abhorrent branch, clothed with the slain yet pierced by a sword. Kneel to the ROCK and descend in a pit to be trampled as a corpse."
Job 40:2
“Will the one who strives within be with the Almighty? Let this reproving god answer.”
Job 38:7
“Till the morning stars (fallen angels) sing together in their new form, then will the sons of God (believers in the power of the blood of Jesus, Yashu'a) shout for joy.”
The new form is angels who fell out of heaven will have no limbs upon finally getting their second body as they exit out of the second bodies of humans per Matthew 10:28. The soul of the human can't survive this either.
Jeremiah 25:33-37
“The slain of Yahweh, on that day, one extremity of Earth unto the other. Not one remaining to lament, gather, or bury. They will be like unto dung, on the face of the Earth. Wail shepherds and cry, wallow in ash (all limbs & wings removed), most beautiful of the flock (Satan - remember birds are a symbol of fallen angels). For these days of slaughter were for your dispersion to come out. And you fell out, the most desired of the vessels (Lucifer). There is no flight, for the perishing shepherds. No escape, most majestic of the flock. Hear the voice crying, shepherds? Wail unto the master of your flock. Yahweh has devastated the pasture. Complete the fold and be silent. For this is the fierce anger of Yahweh.”
This is the kind of artistry that gives "broken" people hope. Ren, through this performance piece, has become to a lot of people exactly what he stated in the song, "...the voice that you hear when you loosen the noose on the rope". So powerful, so impactful. The song structure itself is incredible. It starts off as a battle between his positive (Angel) and negative (Demon) aspects, the negative then makes an overpowering last ditch effort to reign supreme, but ultimately fails as the final act, being the "God" aspect, emerges Triumphant, though still acknowledging and accepting that it will ALWAYS be a battle because we are all "a coin with 2 different sides". It's a beautifully cathartic and raw musical masterpiece. Ren is truly special. Welcome to the Ren rabbit-hole, it's a trip worth taking. This was the 4th take he did and yes, it was done live. Wait until you hear some of his other stuff, especially his storytelling ("The Tale of Jenny & Screech"). You haven't even touched the breadth of this young man's talent yet. #PerformanceArtPinnacle
I love that the final bar of the song never properly resolves, because the illness never resolves.
NO. Because the dance of dark and light is eternal. Go back, listen to the words.
@@mypetcrow9873 that was my point.
Love seeing people's first reactions to this man's music, he does from this to heavy rap to Regie , the dude is amazing
I was amazed as the smile dropped off of your face at the 4: 00 min mark , and didn't return until the 8:51 mark.
I stopped counting the number of times I heard this song and it still brings me to tears. Loved your reaction to it - Definately check out more of REN because he´s amazing.
Ren crafted a masterpiece that has given me and others a gift.
I know this is a year late. But this song is a savior for me. I have extreme depression. It’s considered dysthymia, extremely long lasting depression. Years long kind of depression. And Ren has saved me from the edge so many times. This song is so heavy but in a hopeful way. A reason to never stop fighting
Sometimes the reactions... how do I put this in words? ..... it's in your eyes, how you breathe, how every little bit of your soul responds to this video. No,not video. Epic work of art. I watched you react. Seen the video way to many times to count. For me it's all about the millions of viewers that are experiencing the Reniverse.( Renegades is being tossed around) This is music that is changing alot of people's minds and lives. Send Ren as much Love as you can and again thank you for you reaction. I got both you buttons. You got a new fan. Mad love and peace.
Lmfao how big your eyes got twd the end! I can tell youre not a girl who gets shook easily and you were actually speechless and shook! Ty for sharing 😊
Iv been horrifically ill for over 20yrs with 4 life saving operations god bless the wonderful NHS. Anyway Ren is a tonic I'm 52 and bunch him with Bowie for envisioned mind blowing diversity, intact Ren is more talented he's a once in a life time gift, we can't let his work stay underground. ♥
Thanks for taking on this challenging masterpiece! You did it justice!
Never gets old on seeing people act like this is the first time or more they heard the song before the video.
we were all kinda speechless after watching for the first time.
Good to see a new reactor, you'll be hit with a bunch of what I call the 'reactor' songs, songs that reaction channels all hit up. Good news, they're cracking songs so enjoy the journey!
Loved the fact you just let it play. Watching your face was reaction enough.
My favorite touch is it actually visualized the "brighter the light shines the darker the Shadow it casts" line in where is stands up confidently shouting about hope but the the "dark side" takes over while standing up shown by the flickering and that is the most active that side was
A special, special talent indeed. Knowing his back story too, he's an absolute legend to still be delivering his message in the land of the living. Hat's off and keep fighting the good fight with mental health wor kid!
What I find interesting about Hi Ren reactions is how the person who reacts is initially all happy and eager, and as the piece progresses, they are more and more serious (I hope that is the correct English word) :-) Must be a mark of a great piece of art :-)
Welcome to Ren World. He’s probably the most versatile songwriter of the last 30 years. Yes, this song is amazing but his entire catalog of music is incredible all the way around. His two songs with Chinchilla are ridiculous good. How to Be Me is probably my favorite duet of all time. Chalk Outlines is a close 2nd. His rap songs are insane. His music with The Big Push is great too. Bongo Bong, English Man in NY, and I Shot the Sheriff / Zion - all covers but so good. Just pick anything to react to and you will feel something and have material to discuss. The Renheads will show up.
Hardly.
@@dannybaxter4710cool bro,so contrarian. that’s such a unique perspective. It’s really inspired me to change my mind. Please give me a list of your incredible music tastes and I’ll switch immediately.
I've viewed loads of reactions, and yours was honest and genuine,the "Phhhh" and when you moved your hands to your hair. You've been Ren'd. I still can't get over how this track moves us all ,us simple, vulnerable, silly, imperfect wonderful human beings. Big love x
Seriously? This video was like watching a tomato ripen.
The originator of this content is expressionless and will not be getting any follows from me.
Dull, dull, dull.
you are one of the few reactists, that mentioned the "stand on my own two feet" part of the song. This is such a great moment for us. Greetings from Germany from Caro and Chris
I just found his cover/mash up of "I Shot The Sherriff" tonight. Looks like he did it with a band on the street. Blew MY MIND. Please check it out. I'm currently going down the Ren rabbit hole. I think lots of people are. He seems to have only been dong stuff for a few months? But he is getting so much response. For good reason. I am in my 50's and practically never like "current stuff". But this guy is obviously so special.
"The Big Push".... his former band
@@mckalcm7494 All I know, is, it was amazing. I'll have to check out more of them
A wonderful reaction to this masterpiece ❤
Most common reaction quote: "I was NOT prepared for that."
The reason he seems soooo committed and sincere is simply because he's performing an autobiographical masterpiece. Aside from everything else that's amazing about it, I believe the entire performance was live, and I think one of just four takes. Everything about this is just brilliant and profound, but I still can't get over this young man's old soul wisdom. ❤
I appreciate the raw honest reaction, no words are necessary sometimes, we just watch every hit
I’ve never listened to Ren before, so I reacted with you! Very intense and thought provoking!
Great reaction. How this artistic masterpiece impacted you was written on your face throughout. It hits nearly everyone who sees it hard, myself very much included. Because to a greater or lesser degree we all share this ongoing inner pendulum. I hope you choose to dive deeper into the Ren rabbit hole. It is full of amazing performances together with deep and meaningful lyrics. Subscribed.
What video did you watch? Artistic Masterpiece? Are you so easily amused?
@@dannybaxter4710 To each their own. If something does not speak to you then that is fine. I agree to differ in our tastes in entertainment.
I love the very authentic transition in your reaction.
First, full of wonder and enthusiasm about Ren's musical prowess.
Then getting invested and getting a little sad and concerned...
Then getting almost frustrated and angry with Devil-Ren...
Then almost disturbed when the Devil showed his true colors...
Then the sadness, care, concern and hope and positivity rising back up again.
...Until the poem hits and you seem to relax again...
Really loved it!
Went to like this video and seen that I've already watched and liked it but I watched again. Great reaction, wish I could like it twice!
This was one of the most enjoyable reactions to just watch, your face said EVERYTHING. Since we can only have that single first time reaction it is so great to watch someone be amazed by Ren.
Wonderful reaction... Ren is a legit genius with music. He also has an amazing fan base. The more Ren you do, the more we'll show for the Renaissance you will be endeavoring. Welcome & got another new subscriber.
I love watching reaction videos that have a few thoughts interspersed throughout but not wrecking the performance. I loathe reaction videos that are paused a half million times where the person reacting is making it all about themselves rather than the original performance. You did a great job with this. All of your emotions seemed real and valid. I'll be watching more from your channel. Great job.
Agreed! Couldn’t say it better.
@paulbreault4513 my name is Paul too!
I have been "hearing" (through youtube feed) about Ren for four months now. I am glad I was able to see it for the first time with you...Four months later.
Really liked the reaction. Can tell it’s a genuine reaction rather than some of the others I’ve seen. Only way it could be improved is the buzzing on your mic and advertising ppl to follow Rens channel as well as yours would be cool I know it’s in the description but telling ppl to do it works wonders. He deserves to be followed by millions
Very nice reaction. Loved watching how it moved you so deeply, as it did me, many times.
freakin loved this so much. unmatchable musical content. I feel like they just keep getting better and better. 🔥🔥🔥
Ray, a huge thank you for having the courage to take this work of genius on as a reaction....
The most intelligent artist I’ve ever heard! I can’t stop listening to him! He’s mesmerizing! I’m definitely playing one of his songs at my funeral! Seriously absolutely no other artist comes close to him! He’s a breath of fresh air and he makes me so happy! I just want hug him and say everyone and I mean everyone has his back! I totally understand him! He has balls of steel ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
This is the song that got me into ren as well he is such an amazing artest a bard of the new world his abilities to tell a story and make you feel everything is nothing short of amazing.
This is how you do a reaction video and don't stop it every 2 secs well done
Amazing to watch your face.... theprofound, emotional connection to this work brought to you. Goosebumps. We are our best when we are at our softest, our most vulnerable.
Love seeing you get emotional! Definitely powerful stuff here. You’ll love his Tale of Jenny & Screech (full version). Also another great emotional piece is Spiritbox “Constance”. About losing a loved one to dementia/Alzheimer’s. Lost my mom to dementia two years ago and would love your take on this video.
This man is a GD monster and im here for it forever
I love this dude
I really like your video setup. I have watched quite a few reactions for this song, but it feels like a really nice balance between music video and person reacting. Neither is too small and both are very clearly visible. All the best with the sound troubleshooting! Also personally I would not mind "second reaction" video to this song. It feels like there was more you could say about it. I might be projecting though. Well done, really enjoyed it!
Great reaction. Even before you used the word "interesting" he had connected with you and it was interesting watching that grow from then on.
What’s so amazing about this performance is how it instantly touches the humanity of almost every single person that watches it for the first time. A powerful and intense emotional connection that every human has with it goes on display with the reaction and it’s almost impossible for anyone to not be connected yo it. How different reactors react is so interesting to me
Ren Hit on something so universal with this that it touches everyone in one way or another.Of all the reactions I have seen to Hi Ren, there aren't any where the reactor isn't moved by this piece.
Nice reaction. You will likely find a legion of Ren fans, who follow these reactions. I think it's because we can't see it for the first time again, so there is something about watching somebody else take the journey! I would definitely recommend checking out his other stuff, he is immensely talented artist covering many genres and styles. You're probably going to get a LOT of people asking for Jenny & Screech, I would personally not recommend this, it's a straight-up tragic gut-punch (but expertly performed.) Instead I would suggest his Sick Boi, which is a great bridge to his other works, be it his solo work, collabs, or the band he played with called The Big Push.
Thanks so much for reacting to Ren and sharing his talent and his message. I've enjoyed watching many people connect with this piece on a very personal level. It's something that resonates with nearly everyone. Self-doubt will always be with us. We just have to learn the best way for each of us to deal with it.
Thank you for this reaction, mate! We appreciate you.
That blink!
Before the ‘loosened the noose on the rope’ lyric. Gave you away!
But ‘til then, you were amongst the best I’ve watched.
I hope my analysis is wrong. But, it seems like such a genuine pre-emptive blink?!
I’ve watched this a couple times over the year and I’d still boop the snoot!🙏🖤 much love. I have fun watching your videos!
Hi Rachel, this song/video is like a brilliant piece of performance art and I was blown away the first time I watched it because it reminded me of my inner struggle and self-doubt when I was young that ultimately made me give up my childhood dream of being a full-time professional musician and instead pursue a career in a "safe and stable" profession, which I've regretted ever since.
I was introduced to Ren from the Cracking the Cryptic channel. I noped out of one of the reaction videos to *Chalk Drawings* only to come to your own video on that video, and now watching this. Your response clearly connects. I'm a bit scared to look at some of the reaction videos because it feels some will be too much of the "nope" type.
Hi Rachel, interesting reaction at the start I didn’t think that you realised it was about himself and his struggles but you didn’t take too long to get it!
I’ve watched and liked what you’ve done before, great reactions! What a collection of absolute corkers to start off with, you couldn’t really have come up with anything much better to start your channel.
Subscribed, looking forward to your next posts 💖
Hah apparently! Thank you so much for the comment and I look forward to seeing your name in the comments of future videos! 🫂
Welcome to the Ren rabbithole, we hope you enjoy your stay ^^
Some personal favourites of mine are "Chalk Outlines" "Money Game" (part 1 and 2) and "Life is Funny"
Loved seeing your changing expression subbed now as a massive ren fan
Wow. First time ever seeing this video. Powerful.
Thanks for doing this reaction.
Sounds like your headphones are causing feedback/interference.
I recommend chalk outlines as your next Ren music to review/react to.
Wauw you really managed to hold your tears in!!😮 Like 90% of the reactions i'v seen do straight up cry so really impresive!👌
5:18 “I’m loving this song but…”
There is no but, but if there was, it would be that the brightness of this song makes me confront my own shadows.
Great reaction to a genius masterpiece...! Subscribed for more.
Not so long ago (probably 3 weeks) I decided to check this song Hi Ren for the first time and got blown away by it! 😂Ren is very talented person with many great bits like Sick Boi. In his music he usually mentions many of his mental struggles and in that regard he reminds me of another great rapper called NF.
If You want I suggest one song from NF- Mansion (this is by far my favorite one by this artist). 😉Great reaction! 😃
Thank you and I will jot that down!
I am grateful for his voice. So much more to say but six words suffice.
I wish my cousin Davey could of heard this song before he took his life, it might of helped..so much regret...I don't know what to say...thank you for the reaction....keeping this song in the spotlight can only help those who are suffering
Thank you, Rachel, for your reaction. REN's "Hi Ren" clearly hit you so hard and left you (mostly) for a loss of words.
Follow up on the comments,recommendations and input of Jeff Wilson (?), 12:30 which is I value also so much. In addition, to pick up more about REN, you should also listen to an interview of about 1hr13m done by a lady therapist whose name slips me now, unfortunately.
I love your reaction. ❤
Ren, I love you man! Been there and like you, it helped me grow!
I seen your demeanor change during the song,Looks like it hit deep!Hope it helped it's a fantastic piece 😊
Great reaction !
Thank you for reacting to Ren🫶🏼
Best reacting video to this I have seen so far.
Rin will never know what this (song) has done for me! So.eone understands my battle with my inner demons. And from the reaction videos and comments, I now know i'm not alone. Thank you Rin.
Great reaction video (I've seen a few) no you did not analyse and comment a lot but you gave a look into your own soul by locking up after your initial response this piece hit you like a brick and I wished I could read your mind at that point. I expected the second part of ren singing would make you smile and that was a small relief I would say you have your struggles in not allowing your emotions to show (except the positive emotions). Your emotions are of great value to express don't put them on a scale (resulting in keeping them for yourself). Share it express them you deserve to be heard and you have not any obligation to keep up the appearances. You have one obligation and that would be being yourself and feel the space to breathe and express yourself no matter what. Love for you (and all the Rennies) from Holland !!! take care 🙏
Boy, you are hitting all the biggies for reactors right away. I agree with Boman891, "Chalk Outlines" with Chinchilla is a great song and well worth a reaction. Good Work.
Love these reaction videos. Youber hits play and listen in stunned silence for 9 min. :D
Kudos to Ren. Powerfull stuff.
I hear a kind of buzzing noise in my headphones whenever the microphone picks up your voice, it's also present in your last two videos, only your first upload didn't have that. Other than that's its perfect, you even have a much higher sound quality on the videos you are watching than alot of vocal coaches who react on TH-cam, well done. Keep that charming personality going 😁
Yes! I have been hearing that and working on fixing it for future videos, thank you for pointing it out and for the comment! 🫂 Welcome in!
Ren is the real deal. Thank you for reacting to Ren.
This is art of transcendent beauty and an *important* song.
Artists often struggle with imposter syndrome. There’s a movie starring Olivia Munn called “Violet” that rings of this and was a transformative experience for me-much the same as this song resonates.
As a person who’s never been able to escape negative self-talk and imposter syndrome, *realizing* that I can exert the strength that destructive voice questions-strength that already resides within me-was sooo important.
It takes time to push past the negativity-to make your own voice stronger, but if anyone out there is struggling with this, please please please *know* that you can do it.
*Know* that I believe in you… but you don’t need me to-just like you don’t need the shroud of doubt that feels first of protection and then as a prison.
You are *stronger* than that voice.
You are stronger than you can *possibly* know…
until you push back with softness or aggression-your choice.
Хера се!
Постараюсь обдумать.
Great reaction. “Hi Ren" is the song that put Ren on everyone's radar since December; it went viral and has garnered more than 6 million views since its debut, but he has been creating great music for more than ten years. Ren’s music videos are generally recorded live, often in a single take, although not necessarily the first take, and from various camera angles. His release, "Sick Boi," is almost another chapter to "Hi Ren." Many of Ren’s songs resonate with people because he addresses struggles that many others face every day.
Ren plays multiple instruments (acoustic, electric, and bass guitar, piano, drums), has impressive vocals, is an excellent storyteller, and is quite the philosopher and poet. He is considered by many a modern bard; he calls his music “bardcore.” Ren’s earliest recordings on TH-cam are from his time in a band called “Trick The Fox,” consisting of Ren and his buddies Charlie and Tommy. Unfortunately, the band performed only briefly due to Ren’s onset of health issues. They are very talented. A fun clip to watch is “The Mash Up.”
Ren’s trilogy "The Tale of Jenny/Screech/Violet" has been likened to a Shakespearean tragedy and is a prime example of his genius; it is a master’s class in storytelling and also showcases his guitar skills. The three acts are haunting, and the conclusion will catch you off guard. The trilogy needs to be watched in the order given, as this is the flow of the storyline and is best watched as a whole rather than piecemeal.
Ren’s collaborations with Chinchilla (“Chalk Outlines,” “How to Be Me,” “Sexual Healing,” “One Dance/Drunk in Love”) are beautiful and showcase his singing voice. His live music videos are especially impressive. Ren's personal reflections are threaded through many of his songs; "Insomnia," "Depression," “Diazepam," “Penitence,” “Dear God,” “Heretic,” “Dominos,” his "Freckled Angels" album, just to name a few, all deserve a listen. His song "Money Game" (Part I & II) is another recommendation, although it is less of a personal song than it is an indictment of greed and the resulting injustices in this world.
Ren’s Hip Hop/Rap style songs are all worth checking out if you enjoy this genre; they are pretty amazing. Check out “The Hunger,” “Genesis,” “What You Want,” “Losing it (FISHER rap retake),” “Right here, right now (Fatboy Slim one shot retake),” "Life is Funny," “Love Music (Parts 1, 2, and 3),” “Crucify Your Culture,” “Power,” and his latest release, “Bittersweet symphony (The Verve retake).”
As I recently discovered, Ren also recorded a cover of “Can't Help Falling In Love (Elvis Cover),” that is simply beautiful. Then there are his performances with Sam Tompkins (“Blind Eyed,” “Earned it /Mans World / Falling,” “Walking on the moon/No Diggity”), Eden Nash (“Humble,” “Ocean”), Bibi (“Crutch,” “Ahiahiaoha”), Molly McKinna (“Penitence”), his former bandmate, Romain Axisa (“French Song”), which are all great.
"The Big Push" busking sessions, concerts, and live recordings all are awesome and well worth checking out. Their covers of "I Shot the Sheriff/Road to Zion/Hip Hop," "Wade in the Water/Nina Simone/Trouble so Hard," “War Pigs,” "My Generation," "An Englishman in New York," “Bongo Bong,” the songs "Oh My Woman," “Swan Song,” “Sweet Little Lady," "It's Alright," "Watch Out," “Dignity,” and so many others are equally impressive. The band performed their last official busking session and gave their last concert in September of last year due to the fact that Ren was leaving for Canada to undergo medical treatment for his multiple health issues, including surgeries.
In anticipation of his stay in Canada, Ren prepared some music ahead of time to be released over the next six months that he expects to be gone. He released “Sick Boi” and “Bittersweet Symphony (The Verve retake),” which is another masterful work. Ren has hinted that he might release his newest song on March 29, which is his birthday.
It's quite possible you may have an unhealthy fixation on Ren.
@@trevorlangston4219 Lol. My only fixation, and a healthy one at that, is on God, not on anything created. I simply appreciate talent when I see/hear it and try to share the information I have with others who were moved by Ren's music. Nothing unhealthy about that. It only takes a second to copy and paste what I wrote to someone's reaction. Have a blessed day.
Perfect reaction for a first time listen, welcome to the world of Ren. I'll sub you.
Got you right in the feels didn't he ❤
what an artist!!!
His rap is extremely good. You should definitely check out his other work. He suffered from lyme disease and beat it. He's a multi-instruentalist, rapper and busker. Loved your video but please take one small bit of advice from a long-time musician and producer. Use a low shelf to EQ out the lows on your voice channel. When you breathe into the microphone, anyone listening on a good set of speakers or headphones gets an unpleasant, low rumble the overpowers the rest of the audio. Another option is to relocate the microphone so it doesn't catch your breath. At my studio, we always record and sing at a 45 degree angle into the microphone for that same reason. Peace and thanks for a nice reaction video. Hope to hear some of your work on your channel as well.
Great reaction!! There's so much more with Ren and his band The Big Push to check out. His Hunger song they found the hospital chair. The Pig mask represents greed and everything we get lied to about, big pharma, democracy and the music industry lying to us. No songs disappoint!
Your link to the original content instead of just giving a shout out got you a like and sub from me. Keep up the good work.
Ren is the real deal. Hurt be damned and life is just that 😭
Happy to see you get in invested in this song. This was theater by a true artist. You get lost in the story. First time subscriber and I'll be watching more of your stuff.
Great reaction video, genuine.
New to the channel..but i guess everyone is, including you! LoL!! Love your reactions so far and LOVE that you have started down the "REN Rabbit Hole"! His back story is very interesting and he is a bucket full o talent!!! You may have seen his lav mic, nearly all of his videos if not all are "one take". As many have said, "Chalk Outlines" is amazing but I also would love to suggest "The Hunger" to see a different side of REN...and, he was par of a Band called The Big Push, their cover of "I Shot the Sherriff" (the I shot the sheriff/road to zion/hip hop one) shows how amazing he is on guitar too!! Look forward to seeing your journey here, be well!
glad to watch this witch you!
WOW! loved ur reaction to this amazing artist. liked and subscribed hope to see more from u.
Great reaction! I looked at the songs you've reacted to so far and I must say you've selected some very good ones! You've got a new subscriber. As far as HI Ren, I think of it not as a song but more as an amazing artistic performance.
Thank you! Welcome in!!