Yay! First comment! Let me be the first then to welcome you to the Ren-gades. 😊 Like many of us, Ren has left you in awe of his talent, honesty and vulnerability with this masterpiece and hopefully captured your attention to discover more of his art bc this guy is not a one hit wonder! For a little info on him let me start by stating that this video was recorded as a 'live one take' (after around 4 attempts) something he has become quite known for doing. I'm glad u noticed the lights and how they changed. Did u also notice the shadows on the floor and on his face? Did you see that the light on the 'bad side' was bold, big and standing right in front, whereas the lamp on the 'good side l' was small and tucked away in a little corner? The room itself represents 'Ren's mind; dilapidated and run down. Now there is a reason for this. Unfortunately, when Ren was around 17 he got 'discovered' busking and got signed to a big label. Ren was ecstatic and thought he finally made his childhood dreams come true. Unfortunately, he soon became ill and as time went on got progressively worse until they parted ways and the contract was no more. After many negative tests, Drs decided Ren's ailment must be in his head and he got misdiagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome and manic depression among other things. As a result he received a lot of wrong medication that just aggrevated his condition to the point of suffering psychosis as he mentions here. Unfortunately, it took around 10 years of suffering extreme pain and fatigue (among other symptoms) to discover that he actually had Lyme's Disease but by then the disease has progressed affecting his organs including his brain and his immune system. At his worst Ren spent 23hs a day in bed and couldn't even stand in a shower bc of the excruciating pain. And this is how he spent most of his 20s, watching the World go by while he suffered. Thankfully, he has recently been having treatment for his condition in Calgary, Canada, where he is now and doing much better. Despite all this, Ren never stopped writing music and recently released an album which actually got to #1 here in the UK a couple of weeks or so ago...one heck of an achievement especially considering Ren is completely independent and most of his videos are made on a shoestring budget. He taught himself to play the guitar and I believe the piano too plus he plays other instruments such as drums and bass as well as composing and producing his music too. I hope my comment was helpful and apologies for being so long but i really do hope you decide to react to more. My recommendation for the next video is Sick Boi which will give you more insight into what I've explained above. Subbing in the hope to hear more❤
Wow. Thank you for such a great comment. What a sad and beautiful story. He is an amazing artist and cant wait to hear more from him. Do you have any recommendations? cheers
@@AudioLunch If you do "The Tale of Jenny & Screech", make sure you do the full "Official Music Video" version. It's actually three videos (although one isn't listed in the title) that are available individually as "Jenny's Tale", "Screech's Tale", and "Violet's Tale", but you really do need to see/react to them together. All three are also live recording and continuous-shot videos done with his friend Samuel Perry-Falvey.
@@AudioLunch Right now, his new album is #1 in the UK, I think it's #11 in the US... a guy who's been in Canada for the last 6 months or so getting stem cell treatments from the damage misdiagnosed Lyme Disease did to his brain and body as referenced in this song. No label, just him with his friends making astounding music and videos. Need to check out "Money Games" 1-3. That's his latest videos and has a bit more budget. "Hi Ren" was done for about $1000 in his landlord's basement without permission. "Tale of Jenny and Screech" and "Violet's tale" also done on change and are amazing story telling. Ren is a master of rap, self taught guitarist, makes his own beats since he was about 12, added other talents and skills as needed. He's been through the wringer medically and it's astounding he's still alive... much less one of the most respected musicians out there at the moment. He has a huge back catalog of work you can dive as deep as you want into... none of it sucks.
Ren's album sic boi recently hit #1 in the U.K. totally independent not being able to tour as he's spent most of the year being treated for his auto immunity years of being prescribed the wrong medications being told it's in his head to after years hes had lyme disease. I've watched many interviews with ren but if you really want to know his struggles his interview with the charismatic voice Elizabeth is a world renown opera singer who specializes in breaking down the voice but she was great at finding out how rens history of health issues and thinking he thought his opportunity had passed him by also his interviews with Dustin Hawkins an Knox Hill , Black Pegasus. Among others are very insightful. Ren blew everyone away in 2023 an it couldn't have happened to a more deserving individual everyone who hasn't support rens music if you can 🙂
i keep coming back to reaction of this master piece is something beyond even music .....this is a "picasso" as you said xD cheers ! and big up to ren for not giving up and make something great of his struggles and finding that talent inside and helping others to follow that path
Welcome to the wonder that is REN. He's a master of 1 take audio/video's and he breaks rules (as easily as he broke the 4th wall). He is self taught so he doesn't worry about "correct" only that it's right for what he's trying to express. His cult... I mean fans... are fiercely loyal, protective and welcome all opinions as long as they are sincere and without malice. If you do more Ren, we'll be here. We can't watch him again for the 1st time so we enjoy watching others find out what we already know. He's a rare, deep, thoughtful musical poet.
Check out The Tale of Jenny and Screech and Violets Tale (a trilogy) best done together..., Chalk Outlines, Money Game 1,2,&3 if you have the time, together would be cool.
Ren is a beautiful human who now has a huge community of people from all over the world. And yes, he also happens to be a genius. Stay in his rabbit hole guys ❤
@@AudioLunchthere is so much! Sick Boi How to be Me and Chalk Outlines with Chinchilla The Tale of Jenny and Screech trilogy (full version) For Joe Su1cide and so much more. He is so talented across so many genres
Don't forget to listen to the full version of Jenny and Screech, in order. You've never seen anything like it. Can't wait for more of your Ren reactions ❤️
Your delight in Hi Ren was contagious: a roller coaster ride of astonishment and appreciation. Well done, and i believe your Ren Rabbit Hole journey will result in a musical enlightenment beyond expectation.
The "She sells sea shells on the seashore" comes from a previous song of his called, "Money Game 2". I highly suggest you watch all three Money Game videos (MG2 is a lyric video). Follow that up with trilogy, "The Tales of Jenny and Screech". Yup. That's my story and I'm sticking to it.
This information gives you some background on Ren and puts much of his music and performance art in perspective. I gathered the information from old newspaper interviews, articles, and Ren's public livestreams and posts. All the information here was gathered exclusively from sources Ren personally approved for public release. Ren is a Welsh independent artist, musician, producer, and mostly self-taught multi-instrumentalist. He pursued a career in music from an early age. In 2009, while studying music performance at Bath Spa University, Ren began to experience health issues and was struggling to attend his lectures, which eventually caused him to discontinue his studies and return home. In addition, Ren was signed by Sony Records in 2010 and was working on an album when his health deteriorated to the point that he was unable to go on; consequently, his contract with Sony was dissolved. Ren would later relocate to Brighton. Ren's illness often kept him in bed for up to 23 hours daily. Ren was initially misdiagnosed with depression, bipolar disorder, and chronic fatigue syndrome, which led him to experience psychosis and develop PTSD. It would take seven years before a doctor in Belgium finally correctly diagnosed Ren with autoimmunity, Lyme disease, and resulting damage to the brain, organs, joints, and PTSD. Ren eventually underwent stem cell therapy in the United States, which improved his health, but it has not been a cure. Ren is currently in Calgary, Canada undergoing treatments. His Canadian doctor discovered that Ren also developed a condition called Mast Cell Activation Disorder (MCAD), which has affected the myelin sheath in his brain, his thyroid, and adrenals as well as his bones/joints. Hence, Ren is receiving additional treatments for this previously undiagnosed condition. He recently took a break from treatments and returned to the UK to visit family and friends, and to produce some very ambitious musical projects which he just released. Let's keep supporting Ren as he undergoes his treatments. Check out and subscribe to his channel; if you are a content creator, ask your audience to subscribe to Ren's channel; he is an artist with something to say to the world, and his work is important in these troubling times.
Thank you for the great comment. His story is sad and beautiful at the same time. He is an amazing artist. Very rare. We are excited to experience more of him. Thanks you
The Ren Rollercoaster Ride always Scrambles your Mind and You'll Enjoy It and He is Very Addictive in all Ways. He is a Pure Genius and We Renegades are of all ages From the Young to the 70's I've seen. We older group are Truly AMAZED that We Love This Humble Man and Follow His Works of Art with Amazement ❤ You need to see the Trilogy of Jenny and Screech with Violet also Money Game 1,2,3 always stay in sequence or you'll be Confused. There are Many Easter eggs Hiding and you'll catch up & as you do We'll be Watching you. Oh don't be surprised if you See Ren Himself in your Comments he is Watching also. Such a Wonderful Guy Ren Is ❤❤❤❤
Folks already said it all, just one more thing from me: please do not edit to cut it short, we want to hear your thoughts, that is why we came here. So... fire away, and do not mind the clock. I enjoyed your reaction very much, so thank you, gentlemen!
Ren did a couple of collaborations with Chinchilla also. Their voices are magic together, so look out for How to be Me (live) and Chalk Outlines with the 2 of them. Yours was one of the most genuine and honest I have seen in a while. Thanks for sharing this moment with us. I look forward to hearing what you have to say about his other masterpieces.
Love your.reaction guys and I have watched a lot of ren reactions welcome.to.the renagades he just released a number one album in the UK and you should.defiantly react to.all the songs there is not a.bad song on it
The look of fascination in your eyes-is the reason I’ve watched sooo many of these. 65 and still trying to learn Ren songs,so I really appreciate your musical background as well.Great job guys.
Off of the strength of this Video and its power to introduce so many people to his music, that little Indi Album he threw together, Just Hit #1 on the UK Charts 2 weeks ago!! Beating out Rick Astley for the spot in a head to head competition in the final 24hrs before the charts released!! Check out More From REN!!!
Welcome to the world of Ren! Genre doesn't define him... anything you pick to react to will not disappoint! I'm sure you'll get tons of recs from us Renagades!! Great reaction! Subbed.
I discovered Ren in Feb 2023 and have watched thousands of reaction… this song STILL makes me get goosebumps and cry. It is an incredible piece of art! I loved watching your reaction! I subbed and will be going through your reactions. The Ren rabbit hole is deep and filled with beauty, sadness, hope and fun. He is my favorite artist and he surrounds himself with talented people. I see you did his collabs with chinchilla… off to see if you have discovered his song Blind Eyed ( best version is music crowns live ) with Sam Tompkins….if not, do yourself a favor, and check it out… You will absolutely love it
Storytelling. Vulnerability. Honesty. Since the beginning of time (stories painted on cave walls), we've resonated with those stories which have all three. Every so often, a person comes along and exponentially advances and re-invents all three. A force multiplier, if you will. That's Ren.
Been watching Ren from a far. These series of videos have brought Ren to my home! I don't listen to rap yet his rhymes brings me peace. I can relate to so much of what he says. This is special. He could do a concert like this. keeps me on the edge of my seat....most unique.
I was first introduced to Hi Ren by a heavy metal reactor who didn't know anything about Ren. You could tell by his reaction throughout the video how it changed his worldview. Dude began his hero's journey after this video and is now living his best life in Hawaii with his wife and new baby. It transformed him so thoroughly you can see it. He was a grizzled rocker, now he's a Zen master. The transformation is ongoing and it's a joy to witness. He started me on my Ren journey and I continue on it still. He is an amazing artist and life is much better in the world where Ren exists. I grow sad for those who have not yet made the journey into the Reniverse. Thank you for your thoughtful reactions. Look forward to many more. RENegades for Life!
RENegades... Engage! We needed some kind of call to arms! Wicked reactions Brothas! The 🎢 down the Ren 🐇 🕳️ goes deep! Pure artist. Nothing else like him. Andrew Lloyd Webber is calling out his Money Game 3 video. Mixes beats, produces, guitar, little bit of drums, piano and could seriously tune a fish. Everything.Take your time and have a wicked blast. I'll sub to see more. Ren has a huge bag of tricks. Try "The Hunger". It's a complete 180 from Hi Ren. You will never ever get the same thing twice. He does reuse bars but in all different kinds of context. He has wicked knowledge of the English language too. A wordsmith. I'm sure the rest of the details will be listed in your comments. Enjoy!
Ren is therapy for so many from one song he helps so many people open up in ways therapists struggle to do in person. First time i watched Hi Ren i had a panic attack but thought i needed to watch it again so i watched someone reacting to it that was the best thing i could do i have watched many times since. One thing i think about this song is it needs to be seen by every one even in schools after a certain age, because how many children kill themselves because of the negativity towards them from nasty comments and bullying to them believing what is said. I went through hell, bullied all through school to the point i attempted suicide twice, and to many issues in my life since then I am a recovering alcoholic 11 years clean I suffer PTSD and other health issues so the majority of bad days over good is high, if this bullying had been dealt with i may have had a reasonable life not the existence i have to deal with now
I will just add to what my fellow RENnegades have commented that I hope you realise that ground breaking though "Hi Ren" is, it is just the tip of a Titanic sized iceberg. Ren is his own genre generally referred to as Bardcore. Thanks for your joyful reaction and welcome aboard.
I too have lyme disease like Ren and am in the hospital watching you guys but we can all relate to Ren. God bless 🦠💚🦠💚 and also this is a one take; notice he was 🎙️ on his hospital gown.
I am now following you because of your wonderful, wide-eyed amazement at the generational talent of Ren Gill. I am looking forward to watching you continue to discover more of his music. BTW, his new album, Sick Boi, is number one in the UK.
Hey guys, fun reaction! Welcome to the Reniverse! or the Ren rabbit hole, as they say because he is deep! Check out Money Game Part 2 to see why he sings "She sells seashells by the seashore" in this song. He's quoting himself. ;It's "business economics in a nursery rhyme and insanely brilliant! Ren is a true creative genius.
Welcome! As musicians you'll find this only the beginning of constant surprises and reaffirming "this guy is special." For background on him as a person, Jens has already provided their excellent synopsis. But I also highly recommend watching his interviews with Justin Hawkins, Knox Hill, Rosalie Reacts, The Charismatic Voice, Chris Liepe etc. Some contain musical "spoilers" so keep that in mind if you're wanting to have blind reactions to other songs by him. Nevertheless, us Renegades welcome you. He's been life changing for most of us, and his reach transcends age, politics, genre preferences, culture etc
Guys! I loved your reaction. Especially as serious musicians. It looks like I got lucky and found you. This was the song that made me a 70 year-old Ren fan. Subscribed.
Welcome to the wonderful world of ren! Where things you thought not possible become possible and the only genre he needs is "ren". Its truly amazing. Subbed in hopes of more ren! 😊💜💜🐷
So when are we heading down the Ren rabbit hole? I've been where you are but love to see the reactions of his back catalogue. Jenny and Screech, Chalk Outlines, I'm losing it, Money Game???? I'm here for it all! They're all amazing songs
I am so glad Ren is really starting to be known,enjoined and appreciated in the U.S. I'm a New Yorker who discovered this remarkable artist about a year ago,this man is so so so talented and has ability to bring out emotions in listener's like no one I've ever heard. I'm a 52 year old music junkie as well.He independently was able with no shows or promotion besides social media he reached #1 in the u.k. with the release of sic Boi. His catalog is remarkable. You are in for a extremely versatile, talented, lyrical master, of a artist that if continues to put out art he's displayed so far,I 30 years he will be in the conversation of G.O.A.T.If he chooses he could make a great living as a actor as well.Spread the experience. Nice to meet you and so glad you discovered ren. RICKY MARTIN (haha not that one)queensbury, New York
I stumbled across Ren a few months ago through Hi Ren. It's so rewarding to see other people have that same jaw dropping moment the first time you see Hi Ren. Your reaction was brilliant, so warm. Thank you and loving the reactions you have posted since.
Recorded live, and this is all one take (they did do it 4 times, but they chose this entire last full take for the video). I have been watching reactions to this song for 2 days straight and yours did not disappoint! Great video. Earned my sub!
(Hey, cool, you have 293 subs and my "like" was your 293rd!) (I assume you're watching the video. Ren lets reactors use his videos, if you ever get a strike just appeal and it should go through. [I assume that's why we aren't seeing the video]). So glad you enjoyed the song, can't wait for the next!
Welcome to the RENegades! Part of the secret of Ren's success is that he encourages people to make reaction videos & he used to comment on all of them, but that would be a full-time job these days. I've added this video to my Hi Ren reactions playlist & it's no. 740. I still find more new & old ones every day.
This was a live audio recording with a single lavalier microphone. During Ren's interview with The Charismatic Voice, he says he gained a LOT of experience by producing the recordings of The Big Push busking videos and my have to adjust note-for-note in some sections (like when he turns his head away or toward the mic). This is just scratching the surface of the Ren rabbit hole. I'll sub to join you on your journey. His album "Sick Boi" just released #1 in the U.K. and on the Billboard Top 200 albums. He did it without a record label, without a tour, without radio play or promotion beyond social media/TH-cam while he was in Canada with an I.V. in his arm 5 days a week getting treatment for the damage done by his illnesses and (hopefully) preventing further damage. Guitarist, pianist, and a few more instruments - singer, rapper, beatboxer, producer, actor (in his videos), songwriter, poet/lyricist, and whatever else you can think of, Ren will continue to surprise you. His friend Samuel Perry-Falvey was the cinematographer on this and many of Ren's videos. They didn't have permission to use this location and just as they were ready to start recording, the landlord told them to leave. After much begging, they were able to get in 4 attempts. He's a king of guerilla video shoots - something like this may have cost about 500 pounds.
Every time you listen to another Ren song you will be surprised. Every. Time. You will think at least you'll be braced for the surprise - but NOPE! No one *ever* is.
Edited to add that I loved your reaction. Subscribed! Someone may have already mentioned in the comments, but the line where his dark side mocks him saying, "She sells sea shells by the sea shore." is from one of his earlier songs, Money Game Part 2 (one of my favorite Ren songs). He just dropped Money Game Part 3 maybe a month ago, and if you thought this one-take video was amazing, wait until you see Money Game Part 3. If you watch all 3 in order you'll really get a sense of how much he's learned and grown. You've started an incredible journey and as musicians you'll be able to appreciate every moment.
Effin' great reaction. I felt like a kid watching you guys! Ren is music! I hope you take a dive into his gifts. He's quite a man to have in our lives. Thanks for stirring my feels up...✌❤🤍💙 Subbin' & coming back 4 more!
Ren is the best of all time!! Do the Tale of Jenny and Screech next. It will further blow your minds!! I loved y’all’s reaction too Edit- also most of his stuff is live one takes
He is our beautiful genius and that was a glorious reaction to this masterpiece Hope to see you both again exploring the always surprising creative music of this artist 🎶💛
This was by far one of the best reactions I've seen to this song!! Watching you get so absorbed into the video and be so amazed by Ren's endless talent brought me so much joy!! Please react to more by him, i guarantee you'll love more songs from him! And bonus info: he's officially number 1 on the UK chart with his album Sick Boi! I highly recommend checking out the songs: *The Tale Of Jenny and Screech* (FULL version, prepare yourself for a rollercoaster), *Money Game* (part 1, 2 and he recently released the 3rd and final part, which was an absolute masterpiece), Sick Boi, Su*cide -the list goes on honestly. Any of these, but especially The Tale Of Jenny and Screech, would be great to react to after Hi Ren! Enjoy the ride and thank you for this awesome energy you brought! :)
Welcome to the WORLD OF REN ❤❤ I bet your sub numbers will go up so fast with this reaction and even more if you go through this rencoasters ride ❤❤❤ he sometimes comments on this reactions 😊😊 I just sub hope to see more my bloody handsome REN ❤
First view of the channel. I've loved Ren since first hear and am so glad he and his crew topped the UK as independent artists. His one shots are so dam well done (let us not neglect the many rehearsals needed to make any theatrical performance top) and his live busking is soooo uplifting. Sub'd halfway though. Looking to work back down your posts. This energy is real. Thank you!!! **i think it takes someone who is a "creative" like you both to really see this in real time... your reactions were so damn spot on of "yeah... i've been here". My greatest writings are from twisted moments. our smooth lines are comforting, but our jagged edges make us interesting.
Yay! First comment! Let me be the first then to welcome you to the Ren-gades. 😊 Like many of us, Ren has left you in awe of his talent, honesty and vulnerability with this masterpiece and hopefully captured your attention to discover more of his art bc this guy is not a one hit wonder!
For a little info on him let me start by stating that this video was recorded as a 'live one take' (after around 4 attempts) something he has become quite known for doing. I'm glad u noticed the lights and how they changed. Did u also notice the shadows on the floor and on his face? Did you see that the light on the 'bad side' was bold, big and standing right in front, whereas the lamp on the 'good side l' was small and tucked away in a little corner? The room itself represents 'Ren's mind; dilapidated and run down. Now there is a reason for this. Unfortunately, when Ren was around 17 he got 'discovered' busking and got signed to a big label. Ren was ecstatic and thought he finally made his childhood dreams come true. Unfortunately, he soon became ill and as time went on got progressively worse until they parted ways and the contract was no more. After many negative tests, Drs decided Ren's ailment must be in his head and he got misdiagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome and manic depression among other things. As a result he received a lot of wrong medication that just aggrevated his condition to the point of suffering psychosis as he mentions here. Unfortunately, it took around 10 years of suffering extreme pain and fatigue (among other symptoms) to discover that he actually had Lyme's Disease but by then the disease has progressed affecting his organs including his brain and his immune system. At his worst Ren spent 23hs a day in bed and couldn't even stand in a shower bc of the excruciating pain. And this is how he spent most of his 20s, watching the World go by while he suffered. Thankfully, he has recently been having treatment for his condition in Calgary, Canada, where he is now and doing much better. Despite all this, Ren never stopped writing music and recently released an album which actually got to #1 here in the UK a couple of weeks or so ago...one heck of an achievement especially considering Ren is completely independent and most of his videos are made on a shoestring budget. He taught himself to play the guitar and I believe the piano too plus he plays other instruments such as drums and bass as well as composing and producing his music too.
I hope my comment was helpful and apologies for being so long but i really do hope you decide to react to more. My recommendation for the next video is Sick Boi which will give you more insight into what I've explained above. Subbing in the hope to hear more❤
Wow. Thank you for such a great comment. What a sad and beautiful story. He is an amazing artist and cant wait to hear more from him. Do you have any recommendations? cheers
@@AudioLunch You could dive into the Tale of Jenny and Screech then follow it up with Violet's Tale but to be honest, it's all amazing.
Hello from Canada! Perfect comment. I discovered Ren about late Feb and my hubby and I STILL can't stop listening to him almost daily.
@@AudioLunch If you do "The Tale of Jenny & Screech", make sure you do the full "Official Music Video" version. It's actually three videos (although one isn't listed in the title) that are available individually as "Jenny's Tale", "Screech's Tale", and "Violet's Tale", but you really do need to see/react to them together. All three are also live recording and continuous-shot videos done with his friend Samuel Perry-Falvey.
@@AudioLunch Right now, his new album is #1 in the UK, I think it's #11 in the US... a guy who's been in Canada for the last 6 months or so getting stem cell treatments from the damage misdiagnosed Lyme Disease did to his brain and body as referenced in this song. No label, just him with his friends making astounding music and videos. Need to check out "Money Games" 1-3. That's his latest videos and has a bit more budget. "Hi Ren" was done for about $1000 in his landlord's basement without permission. "Tale of Jenny and Screech" and "Violet's tale" also done on change and are amazing story telling. Ren is a master of rap, self taught guitarist, makes his own beats since he was about 12, added other talents and skills as needed. He's been through the wringer medically and it's astounding he's still alive... much less one of the most respected musicians out there at the moment. He has a huge back catalog of work you can dive as deep as you want into... none of it sucks.
😊 for the algorithm.
Ive watched a ton of reaction videos to this. . . .BOTH LIGHTS ARE ON!!!!
Love REN the best new artist I’ve seen in years
Ren's album sic boi recently hit #1 in the U.K. totally independent not being able to tour as he's spent most of the year being treated for his auto immunity years of being prescribed the wrong medications being told it's in his head to after years hes had lyme disease. I've watched many interviews with ren but if you really want to know his struggles his interview with the charismatic voice Elizabeth is a world renown opera singer who specializes in breaking down the voice but she was great at finding out how rens history of health issues and thinking he thought his opportunity had passed him by also his interviews with Dustin Hawkins an Knox Hill , Black Pegasus. Among others are very insightful. Ren blew everyone away in 2023 an it couldn't have happened to a more deserving individual everyone who hasn't support rens music if you can 🙂
i keep coming back to reaction of this master piece is something beyond even music .....this is a "picasso" as you said xD cheers ! and big up to ren for not giving up and make something great of his struggles and finding that talent inside and helping others to follow that path
Welcome to the wonder that is REN. He's a master of 1 take audio/video's and he breaks rules (as easily as he broke the 4th wall). He is self taught so he doesn't worry about "correct" only that it's right for what he's trying to express. His cult... I mean fans... are fiercely loyal, protective and welcome all opinions as long as they are sincere and without malice. If you do more Ren, we'll be here. We can't watch him again for the 1st time so we enjoy watching others find out what we already know. He's a rare, deep, thoughtful musical poet.
What a rare artist. We will for sure watch more by him. Thanks for the great comment
Well said.
Check out The Tale of Jenny and Screech and Violets Tale (a trilogy) best done together..., Chalk Outlines, Money Game 1,2,&3 if you have the time, together would be cool.
Gotta love Ren ❤ his catalogue is vast and varied and all are thought provoking 😊 thanks for the reaction 🎉
Ren is a beautiful human who now has a huge community of people from all over the world.
And yes, he also happens to be a genius.
Stay in his rabbit hole guys ❤
absolutely! He is such an amazing artist can wait to hear more from him. any recommendations?
@@AudioLunch Follow up with Sick Boi, the name of his new #1 album in the UK late Oct/23. It's a perfect follow up to Hi Ren.
@@AudioLunchthere is so much!
Sick Boi
How to be Me and Chalk Outlines with Chinchilla
The Tale of Jenny and Screech trilogy (full version)
For Joe
Su1cide
and so much more.
He is so talented across so many genres
@@mixy5179agreed
Don't forget to listen to the full version of Jenny and Screech, in order. You've never seen anything like it. Can't wait for more of your Ren reactions ❤️
Welcome to Ren,enjoy the ride,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
Your delight in Hi Ren was contagious: a roller coaster ride of astonishment and appreciation. Well done, and i believe your Ren Rabbit Hole journey will result in a musical enlightenment beyond expectation.
Yes, Wasn't expecting that. So thankfully we were able to finally come across his amazing art
The "She sells sea shells on the seashore" comes from a previous song of his called, "Money Game 2".
I highly suggest you watch all three Money Game videos (MG2 is a lyric video).
Follow that up with trilogy, "The Tales of Jenny and Screech".
Yup. That's my story and I'm sticking to it.
This information gives you some background on Ren and puts much of his music and performance art in perspective. I gathered the information from old newspaper interviews, articles, and Ren's public livestreams and posts. All the information here was gathered exclusively from sources Ren personally approved for public release.
Ren is a Welsh independent artist, musician, producer, and mostly self-taught multi-instrumentalist. He pursued a career in music from an early age. In 2009, while studying music performance at Bath Spa University, Ren began to experience health issues and was struggling to attend his lectures, which eventually caused him to discontinue his studies and return home. In addition, Ren was signed by Sony Records in 2010 and was working on an album when his health deteriorated to the point that he was unable to go on; consequently, his contract with Sony was dissolved. Ren would later relocate to Brighton.
Ren's illness often kept him in bed for up to 23 hours daily. Ren was initially misdiagnosed with depression, bipolar disorder, and chronic fatigue syndrome, which led him to experience psychosis and develop PTSD. It would take seven years before a doctor in Belgium finally correctly diagnosed Ren with autoimmunity, Lyme disease, and resulting damage to the brain, organs, joints, and PTSD. Ren eventually underwent stem cell therapy in the United States, which improved his health, but it has not been a cure.
Ren is currently in Calgary, Canada undergoing treatments. His Canadian doctor discovered that Ren also developed a condition called Mast Cell Activation Disorder (MCAD), which has affected the myelin sheath in his brain, his thyroid, and adrenals as well as his bones/joints. Hence, Ren is receiving additional treatments for this previously undiagnosed condition. He recently took a break from treatments and returned to the UK to visit family and friends, and to produce some very ambitious musical projects which he just released. Let's keep supporting Ren as he undergoes his treatments. Check out and subscribe to his channel; if you are a content creator, ask your audience to subscribe to Ren's channel; he is an artist with something to say to the world, and his work is important in these troubling times.
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Hi Jens, You're saving us the trouble again.😊 Thanks. Hope you are well.✌
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Thank you for the great comment. His story is sad and beautiful at the same time. He is an amazing artist. Very rare. We are excited to experience more of him. Thanks you
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Great reaction!! +1sub. We need more REN!!!❤❤
More to come! Thanks for watching
The Ren Rollercoaster Ride always Scrambles your Mind and You'll Enjoy It and He is Very Addictive in all Ways. He is a Pure Genius and We Renegades are of all ages From the Young to the 70's I've seen. We older group are Truly AMAZED that We Love This Humble Man and Follow His Works of Art with Amazement ❤ You need to see the Trilogy of Jenny and Screech with Violet also Money Game 1,2,3 always stay in sequence or you'll be Confused. There are Many Easter eggs Hiding and you'll catch up & as you do We'll be Watching you. Oh don't be surprised if you See Ren Himself in your Comments he is Watching also. Such a Wonderful Guy Ren Is ❤❤❤❤
Performance art in all its forms. I love Ren
Ren and his music and his whole world are so easy to love. Really enjoyed watching your reaction. Have a great day!
Great reaction.
Great reaction, definitely subbing for the tales 💯🥊🥔🙏🔥🍻✌️
Welcome Aboard the Renegade Express 🚂🚂🚂 New Sub!!!
More Ren please. His art must be shared :) great reaction
Subed for more Ren!
Welcome to the Ren Rabbit hole!!!!
Folks already said it all, just one more thing from me: please do not edit to cut it short, we want to hear your thoughts, that is why we came here. So... fire away, and do not mind the clock.
I enjoyed your reaction very much, so thank you, gentlemen!
Legend vibes 🔥🔥🔥❤
Welcome.to the world of Ren. It is one hell of a journey. Enjoy it! GENESIS is my recommendation... or Sick Boi, and the 3 Moneygames... lol
Ren did a couple of collaborations with Chinchilla also. Their voices are magic together, so look out for How to be Me (live) and Chalk Outlines with the 2 of them.
Yours was one of the most genuine and honest I have seen in a while. Thanks for sharing this moment with us. I look forward to hearing what you have to say about his other masterpieces.
Love your.reaction guys and I have watched a lot of ren reactions welcome.to.the renagades he just released a number one album in the UK and you should.defiantly react to.all the songs there is not a.bad song on it
Champion reaction guys. Into the realms of Bard-Core.
Great reaction, love it!
😍 Loved this reaction ... Ren is so relatable but clearly this song was directly connect to you.
The look of fascination in your eyes-is the reason I’ve watched sooo many of these. 65 and still trying to learn Ren songs,so I really appreciate your musical background as well.Great job guys.
Well you guys got me two great bands so far ren and the warning awesome shit.
Ren is awesome
Ren is 🎼🦄 🤘😁👍💙🇫🇮
Subscribing to follow you on the the Ren-adventure, because it's a RIDE.
Thank you. We are excited for more
Off of the strength of this Video and its power to introduce so many people to his music, that little Indi Album he threw together, Just Hit #1 on the UK Charts 2 weeks ago!! Beating out Rick Astley for the spot in a head to head competition in the final 24hrs before the charts released!!
Check out More From REN!!!
That is awesome! Cant wait to check out more his music. we are now fans.
Do more ren ❤
Subbed for more Ren 👍🔥🔥🔥
Welcome to the world of Ren! Genre doesn't define him... anything you pick to react to will not disappoint! I'm sure you'll get tons of recs from us Renagades!! Great reaction! Subbed.
Awesome! so thankfully to finally start the Ren journey
I discovered Ren in Feb 2023 and have watched thousands of reaction… this song STILL makes me get goosebumps and cry. It is an incredible piece of art! I loved watching your reaction! I subbed and will be going through your reactions. The Ren rabbit hole is deep and filled with beauty, sadness, hope and fun. He is my favorite artist and he surrounds himself with talented people. I see you did his collabs with chinchilla… off to see if you have discovered his song Blind Eyed ( best version is music crowns live ) with Sam Tompkins….if not, do yourself a favor, and check it out… You will absolutely love it
You NEED to watch and react to the Tales of Jenny and Screech! Welcome to the world of Ren!
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Fantastic
Loved your reaction! Hope to see more!❤️🔥✌🏻🫶🏻
The tale of jenny and screech full version - you will be astounded
Storytelling.
Vulnerability.
Honesty.
Since the beginning of time (stories painted on cave walls), we've resonated with those stories which have all three.
Every so often, a person comes along and exponentially advances and re-invents all three.
A force multiplier, if you will.
That's Ren.
Ren❤❤❤
Been watching Ren from a far. These series of videos have brought Ren to my home! I don't listen to rap yet his rhymes brings me peace. I can relate to so much of what he says. This is special. He could do a concert like this. keeps me on the edge of my seat....most unique.
I was first introduced to Hi Ren by a heavy metal reactor who didn't know anything about Ren. You could tell by his reaction throughout the video how it changed his worldview. Dude began his hero's journey after this video and is now living his best life in Hawaii with his wife and new baby. It transformed him so thoroughly you can see it. He was a grizzled rocker, now he's a Zen master. The transformation is ongoing and it's a joy to witness. He started me on my Ren journey and I continue on it still. He is an amazing artist and life is much better in the world where Ren exists. I grow sad for those who have not yet made the journey into the Reniverse. Thank you for your thoughtful reactions. Look forward to many more. RENegades for Life!
Which reactor was this? Would love to go and watch it!
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Incoming Renegades!!
RENegades... Engage! We needed some kind of call to arms! Wicked reactions Brothas! The 🎢 down the Ren 🐇 🕳️ goes deep! Pure artist. Nothing else like him. Andrew Lloyd Webber is calling out his Money Game 3 video. Mixes beats, produces, guitar, little bit of drums, piano and could seriously tune a fish. Everything.Take your time and have a wicked blast. I'll sub to see more. Ren has a huge bag of tricks. Try "The Hunger". It's a complete 180 from Hi Ren. You will never ever get the same thing twice. He does reuse bars but in all different kinds of context. He has wicked knowledge of the English language too. A wordsmith. I'm sure the rest of the details will be listed in your comments. Enjoy!
Awesome. Thank you for the recommendation. Cheers
Ren is therapy for so many from one song he helps so many people open up in ways therapists struggle to do in person.
First time i watched Hi Ren i had a panic attack but thought i needed to watch it again so i watched someone reacting to it
that was the best thing i could do i have watched many times since. One thing i think about this song is it needs to be seen
by every one even in schools after a certain age, because how many children kill themselves because of the negativity
towards them from nasty comments and bullying to them believing what is said. I went through hell, bullied all through
school to the point i attempted suicide twice, and to many issues in my life since then I am a recovering alcoholic 11 years
clean I suffer PTSD and other health issues so the majority of bad days over good is high, if this bullying had been dealt
with i may have had a reasonable life not the existence i have to deal with now
I will just add to what my fellow RENnegades have commented that I hope you realise that ground breaking though "Hi Ren" is, it is just the tip of a Titanic sized iceberg. Ren is his own genre generally referred to as Bardcore. Thanks for your joyful reaction and welcome aboard.
Thank you for the great comment. And we are ready for more. What an artist!
This reaction was a delight to watch. Very “kid at Christmas” expressions on your faces - thanks for sharing!
Enjoy the ride! 😁💜
Thank you for watching, cant wait to experience more by him.
I too have lyme disease like Ren and am in the hospital watching you guys but we can all relate to Ren. God bless 🦠💚🦠💚 and also this is a one take; notice he was 🎙️ on his hospital gown.
I am now following you because of your wonderful, wide-eyed amazement at the generational talent of Ren Gill. I am looking forward to watching you continue to discover more of his music. BTW, his new album, Sick Boi, is number one in the UK.
Hey guys, fun reaction! Welcome to the Reniverse! or the Ren rabbit hole, as they say because he is deep! Check out Money Game Part 2 to see why he sings "She sells seashells by the seashore" in this song. He's quoting himself. ;It's "business economics in a nursery rhyme and insanely brilliant! Ren is a true creative genius.
Loved this reaction. Probably my favorite so far and I’ve seen a lot. Do Ren and chinchilla, chalk outline.
Love your reactions...welcome to the Ren rabbit hole...be prepared to be mind blown further. Just subscribed.
Thanks for watching. We cant wait to experience more by Ren
I've heard this song so many times and still get chills every time
Subbing to watch your journey! You guys are great!
Welcome! As musicians you'll find this only the beginning of constant surprises and reaffirming "this guy is special."
For background on him as a person, Jens has already provided their excellent synopsis.
But I also highly recommend watching his interviews with Justin Hawkins, Knox Hill, Rosalie Reacts, The Charismatic Voice, Chris Liepe etc. Some contain musical "spoilers" so keep that in mind if you're wanting to have blind reactions to other songs by him.
Nevertheless, us Renegades welcome you. He's been life changing for most of us, and his reach transcends age, politics, genre preferences, culture etc
Great info. Thanks. So excited that Ren has made it our way. He truly is special. Cant watch experience more of him. Cheers
Yesss. Please more Ren. ❤❤❤
Ren is phenomenal! He breaks the barriers for all genres of music!
We ALL cry. 🥹 Welcome to the movement that is...Ren
Guys! I loved your reaction. Especially as serious musicians. It looks like I got lucky and found you. This was the song that made me a 70 year-old Ren fan. Subscribed.
Awesome! Thank you so much and thanks for the great comment
Welcome to the wonderful world of ren! Where things you thought not possible become possible and the only genre he needs is "ren". Its truly amazing. Subbed in hopes of more ren! 😊💜💜🐷
thank you for the great comment. We would love to review for Ren. we a total fans now. cheers!
Well done!
So when are we heading down the Ren rabbit hole? I've been where you are but love to see the reactions of his back catalogue.
Jenny and Screech, Chalk Outlines, I'm losing it, Money Game????
I'm here for it all! They're all amazing songs
I am so glad Ren is really starting to be known,enjoined and appreciated in the U.S. I'm a New Yorker who discovered this remarkable artist about a year ago,this man is so so so talented and has ability to bring out emotions in listener's like no one I've ever heard. I'm a 52 year old music junkie as well.He independently was able with no shows or promotion besides social media he reached #1 in the u.k. with the release of sic Boi. His catalog is remarkable. You are in for a extremely versatile, talented, lyrical master, of a artist that if continues to put out art he's displayed so far,I 30 years he will be in the conversation of G.O.A.T.If he chooses he could make a great living as a actor as well.Spread the experience. Nice to meet you and so glad you discovered ren. RICKY MARTIN (haha not that one)queensbury, New York
I stumbled across Ren a few months ago through Hi Ren. It's so rewarding to see other people have that same jaw dropping moment the first time you see Hi Ren. Your reaction was brilliant, so warm. Thank you and loving the reactions you have posted since.
Recorded live, and this is all one take (they did do it 4 times, but they chose this entire last full take for the video). I have been watching reactions to this song for 2 days straight and yours did not disappoint! Great video. Earned my sub!
oh, be sure to check out The Hunger where he shows that he's also an unbelievable rapper and beat boxer.
Thank you for the comment and recommendation. Cant wait
Ren is incredible ❤
(Hey, cool, you have 293 subs and my "like" was your 293rd!)
(I assume you're watching the video. Ren lets reactors use his videos, if you ever get a strike just appeal and it should go through. [I assume that's why we aren't seeing the video]).
So glad you enjoyed the song, can't wait for the next!
Going back to the beginning!
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Welcome to the RENegades! Part of the secret of Ren's success is that he encourages people to make reaction videos & he used to comment on all of them, but that would be a full-time job these days. I've added this video to my Hi Ren reactions playlist & it's no. 740. I still find more new & old ones every day.
This was a live audio recording with a single lavalier microphone. During Ren's interview with The Charismatic Voice, he says he gained a LOT of experience by producing the recordings of The Big Push busking videos and my have to adjust note-for-note in some sections (like when he turns his head away or toward the mic). This is just scratching the surface of the Ren rabbit hole. I'll sub to join you on your journey.
His album "Sick Boi" just released #1 in the U.K. and on the Billboard Top 200 albums. He did it without a record label, without a tour, without radio play or promotion beyond social media/TH-cam while he was in Canada with an I.V. in his arm 5 days a week getting treatment for the damage done by his illnesses and (hopefully) preventing further damage. Guitarist, pianist, and a few more instruments - singer, rapper, beatboxer, producer, actor (in his videos), songwriter, poet/lyricist, and whatever else you can think of, Ren will continue to surprise you.
His friend Samuel Perry-Falvey was the cinematographer on this and many of Ren's videos. They didn't have permission to use this location and just as they were ready to start recording, the landlord told them to leave. After much begging, they were able to get in 4 attempts. He's a king of guerilla video shoots - something like this may have cost about 500 pounds.
Welcome to Ren. That was a one take live performance, completely recorded in the moment. Good luck boys. You’re never getting off the Ren train now
Amazing!
How does everyone find Ren reactions before me? Great job guys you got a sub. Ski boi is next.
Thanks!
And NOW, he got the #1 spot on the album chart in the UK!!! He's come far and deserves it all.
2 minutes in, and this is going to be fun to watch!
Every time you listen to another Ren song you will be surprised.
Every. Time.
You will think at least you'll be braced for the surprise - but NOPE! No one *ever* is.
Edited to add that I loved your reaction. Subscribed! Someone may have already mentioned in the comments, but the line where his dark side mocks him saying, "She sells sea shells by the sea shore." is from one of his earlier songs, Money Game Part 2 (one of my favorite Ren songs). He just dropped Money Game Part 3 maybe a month ago, and if you thought this one-take video was amazing, wait until you see Money Game Part 3. If you watch all 3 in order you'll really get a sense of how much he's learned and grown. You've started an incredible journey and as musicians you'll be able to appreciate every moment.
Effin' great reaction. I felt like a kid watching you guys! Ren is music! I hope you take a dive into his gifts. He's quite a man to have in our lives. Thanks for stirring my feels up...✌❤🤍💙 Subbin' & coming back 4 more!
Best reaction to Hi Ren so far 🙂
Thank you for your reaction. 🙂
I loved the hand on the shoulder at the beginning - "Buckle up brother"
Ren is the best of all time!!
Do the Tale of Jenny and Screech next.
It will further blow your minds!!
I loved y’all’s reaction too
Edit- also most of his stuff is live one takes
I’ve always said , this is a modern day new version of bohemian rhapsody and Stan. Genius
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You can react to any of rens tracks and will love em all! There's nothing he can't do!
He is a genius!!! You have to do the trilogy Jenny and Screech and Violets Tale , as well as Chalk Outlines and How to be me with Chinchilla 🤩
Renegades mount up!🤘❤
I love your enthusiasm! I also got this excited and it's so nice to see that in other people too 😊
He is our beautiful genius and that was a glorious reaction to this masterpiece
Hope to see you both again exploring the always surprising creative music of this artist 🎶💛
Indeed. What are excited for more. Thank you
This was by far one of the best reactions I've seen to this song!! Watching you get so absorbed into the video and be so amazed by Ren's endless talent brought me so much joy!!
Please react to more by him, i guarantee you'll love more songs from him!
And bonus info: he's officially number 1 on the UK chart with his album Sick Boi!
I highly recommend checking out the songs: *The Tale Of Jenny and Screech* (FULL version, prepare yourself for a rollercoaster), *Money Game* (part 1, 2 and he recently released the 3rd and final part, which was an absolute masterpiece), Sick Boi, Su*cide -the list goes on honestly. Any of these, but especially The Tale Of Jenny and Screech, would be great to react to after Hi Ren!
Enjoy the ride and thank you for this awesome energy you brought! :)
Welcome to the WORLD OF REN ❤❤ I bet your sub numbers will go up so fast with this reaction and even more if you go through this rencoasters ride ❤❤❤ he sometimes comments on this reactions 😊😊 I just sub hope to see more my bloody handsome REN ❤
First view of the channel. I've loved Ren since first hear and am so glad he and his crew topped the UK as independent artists. His one shots are so dam well done (let us not neglect the many rehearsals needed to make any theatrical performance top) and his live busking is soooo uplifting. Sub'd halfway though. Looking to work back down your posts. This energy is real. Thank you!!! **i think it takes someone who is a "creative" like you both to really see this in real time... your reactions were so damn spot on of "yeah... i've been here". My greatest writings are from twisted moments. our smooth lines are comforting, but our jagged edges make us interesting.
Ren is amazing. We are so glad we finally found him. Thanks for the sub and for the great comment. Cheers
Yay and our community just got bigger! Welcome to his fan base :)
Chalk Outlines, the live performance video not the lyric video. You will love it
Nice! Thanks for the recommendation