Welcome to this REN stratosphere. You’ll be amazed at his talent, not only as a singer, rapper, guitarist, pianist, modern day bard. You are in for a ride. This is only the main entrance into this special world.
Every now and again, the planets align and up spawns a talent like Ren. Someone wwho can play several instruments and the lyrical ability and psychological insight to tell his story in a creative way. He's one of those that, whether he becomes a worldwide superstar or not, will be remembered years from now either way.
Don’t worry about pausing as we all have the original to watch whenever we want. We all are here for your reaction and possible analysis from your point of view. This is just like sharing a book, movie, TV Show, music video, song, singer, musician, or performance with a friend to get their reaction. So keep on doing what you want how you want. As a suggestion if you do pause just go back a few moments or seconds to pick up the flow on the song. BTW Great reaction! I wept my first time in empathy and dealing with a chronic illness myself, I felt seen and acknowledged. Take care.
Let me share my thoughts about pausing or interrupting as I call it. I once saw a reactor pause Ren to say "I'm speechless!". Why did the reactor feel the need to say that when actual silence would have said it better? Another example was during a "Sick Boi" reaction. This guy was so excited and kept interrupting every few seconds to say "Did you see that?" or "Did you hear that?" The answer to his questions is yes, we watched it and we heard it. After a while he started to sniff a lot. Then I realized he did a line of coke just before reacting. Have you ever noticed that those on coke only stop talking tp sniff. These two were some of the recent ones. This is my position: If a reactor has something of value to share I want to hear it. It takes great skill to pause without annoying me. Many reactors are very skillful. Those are the reactors I enjoy.
@@Jason_xofilos Or like myself I have it memorized and have Ren's facial movements memorized. So no matter where they pause it I know what is coming word for word. I think a majority of us have it memorized. The reactor will have to re-watch it a few times anyways.
You don't know how deep is this rabbit hole. Ren is one of the most important artist of our era, a performer, storyteller, creative, singer, rapper, musician, there are no word to say what is Ren exactly: just an amazing 3.0 artist.
He is also one of the most impressive personalities i've come across in years. If you're ever lost faith in humanity, Ren is the one to restore it. I follow Ren as much for his personality and character as his music.
@@jessicakoster2543 I have to agree. The way he interacts with both his fans and TH-cam reactors--and just the way he is in general--is a huge part of his appeal.
This song literally saved my life. I was in the darkness so deep I wanted to die. This song gave me hope. Powerful is an understatement. I am more alive than I have been in years now. I still cry when I hear this song. Ren is one of the most prolific artists of my lifetime. You won't regret going down this rabbit hole. His music is incredible. Thank you for this great reaction! I pray for your healing strength.
Glad you found this song, and that it helped heal you. You matter to so many, and that this song reminded you of that is truly special. Wishing you continued joy in your life. Make every second count!
You've just earned your Renegade badge, Stacey. As a Canadian it breaks my heart and pisses me off hearing about the massive medical bills piling up for life-saving surgeries. On the upside, they caught it super-early, so it's a solid "fuck you" to cancer. FYI Ren's "Sick Boi" album opened at #1 in the UK charts, which is unheard of for an independent artist. So he's shown his self-doubt demon up big time. Music can be healing, so I am stoked that you've found both Pink Floyd and Ren. My Rx for you is this song from a very young Ren, called "It's Alright": th-cam.com/video/8Al2HCcG6X0/w-d-xo.html
Actually, Ren's #1 album in the UK is the first time in UK history that a truly independent artist ever made it beyond the top 50. He also made it into the Top 100 of the US Billboard Charts, making him one of a very few select group of people to EVER achieve any sort of ranking within the US Billboard Charts for being an independent artist.
You've now entered into the realm of arguably THE most interesting and entertaining artist of his generation. The catalog is a deep, deep rabbit hole. Buckle up, because you'll cry, laugh, sing, dance, be gobsmacked, jaw dropped, and flabbergasted all at once.
Violet's tale. I watched someone live with it for the rest of her life from up close. You can help as much as you can and as much as you are allowed to but in the end only prevention will be the cure.
Another thing to mention is that the one take live recording adds so much more (due to the perfect imperfections) and he does a lot of them. The Tale of Jenny and Screech trilogy is the perfect three one shot short story (nothing even comes close).
New sub here from Arizona, I'm here for any and all Ren reactions. As a 53 year old music lover my whole life, Ren has reconfigured my mind for the better and REN-EWED my heart & soul by making me really hear music for the 1st time in my life! Thank you for the heartfelt reaction! 😊 what an amazing journey awaits you!
Yep, to the point where I crave new music from him or his band/collabs. The bands new releases of older performances hit the ticket for me. Ren's new releases are like Christmas time. 😊
Realist reaction to Hi Ren I've seen. Buckle up, you're in for the musical ride of your life. Ren's talent is immeasurable! A once in a lifetime type. So glad you found him. Wecome to the RENegade family. Looking forward to watching your journey.
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. Even 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, tearing free and trying to take control, 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.
Very well said - the feeling of realising that other people have these same monsters saying a lot of the same types of things and hearing Ren say it is amazingly cathartic - the first time I watched Hi Ren was equally heartbreaking (I don't want _anyone_ to have to go through that) and uplifting because holy cats someone put it into words and is speaking out. Take care out there... we're not alone
Oh Stacey, what a can of worms you have opened. REN is going to bring you all of the emotions. He has a huge back catalogue, all of REN’ music is thought provoking & tonight’s tears won’t be the last if you go down the REN rabbit hole. I will be excited to go down with you. You’ll love it I’m sure❤️🏴🇬🇧
Welcome to the Ren rabbit hole.There's so much more to see. "The tale of Jenny and Screetch" (full 13 minute version) "Money Game (1-3)" "Chalk Outlines" "Fred Again Mashup" and so much more. For some insight, Justin Hawkins interview with Ren. Keep going.
Welcome to the RENverse and the RENegade community. My suggestions are two Ren lyric videos Humble and Ocean featuring Eden Nash. Humble lyric video th-cam.com/video/PO9UC2Zt59c/w-d-xo.htmlsi=0jkgU-VG5jkbkeLC Ocean video th-cam.com/video/xoi7pI0zGPA/w-d-xo.htmlsi=PuuD3MDpS2lwG4AQ
I'm sorry for your medical history and I hope you have beaten and won over the cancer. I have to say that you just found the most amazing artist with deeper thoughts than everyone else. Ren is a voice for all who suffers and he is a master in every genre. Many of his songs is deep and grounded in his very dark background. I can give you some info about his illness. Ren got sick and was initially misdiagnosed with depression and bipolar disorder. It would take seven years before a doctor in Belgium finally correctly diagnosed Ren with Lyme disease. The sicknes led him to experience psychosis, very bad pain and many other bad health issues. It's a wonder he is still alive. Ren eventually underwent stem cell therapy in the United States, which improved his health. Ren is currently in Canada for more treatments and I think he never, ever could go on tour. For the next one I suggest "Chalk Outlines" together with Chinchilla, the live version. Take care and big hugs ❤
I have liked and I am commenting before even seeing the whole video. I can't imagine anyone not being captivated by this track. Ren is something else and being an independent self promoting artist with enormous talent I hope he can break the system and have huge success. Enjoy his journey it's a rollercoaster.
Having now seen your video I absolutely recommend listening to the tale of Jenny and screech and another must is su!c!de. Tissues for both especially the later. That said I'm still looking forward to a reaction to Shine On you crazy diamond I think all of these songs will speak to you in hopefully helpful ways. (Not so much the tale of Jenny and screech but it's a great story)
Ren caught Lyme's Disease in his late teens, but it was misdiagnosed for many years, so he was given the wrong treatments and things went very bad for him for a while. When he finally released his album last October, I'd heard it did go to #1 in the UK. He's a remarkable storyteller, with a variety of musical styles. On a side note, one of my longtime favorite bands is called Kamelot, and last year they released a song called 'One More Flag in the Ground', and it's about triumphing over illness and injury. Sounds like something you could use, to pick you up after your cancer treatment. I have tickets to see Kamelot live in May, for my 2nd time. Tommy Karevik is an incredible singer.
Hi Ren was my introduction to him when it came out about a year ago. Since then, I've been listening and watching his videos all the time. He's really an incredible artist. He's an amazing story teller. Most artists, I don't care that much about seeing their music videos, even if I love their music. But his videos are just as impactful as his music. I hope Ren has a long, long career.
First time seeing a reaction from you. Super grateful to come across it. I became a huge Ren fan last year. Even bought his Sick Boi album, to help it get to UK’s #1 albums charts. He is an amazing musician, singer, rapper, writer, person. Last night while watching Ren’s The Hunger video, my partner said, “I have to admit I’ve got a pretty big crush on him.” I chuckled and said, “How could you not? If I were female, I’d be crushing on him big time.” Not sure what genres you prefer, but Ren covers them all. Maybe check out Chalk Outlines w/Chinchilla (live), Bittersweet Symphony, and The Hunger, to introduce yourself to his various vocal styles. Jenny and Screech (tales to watch all at once) is painful but beautiful. Money Game trilogy (for Part 2, lyric video) is just, well, damn…you’ll see. 🥰
Be prepared for the Reninvasion. Rens music is life therapy. It finds the locked away emotions and releases them. Ive watched this video maybe 100 times now and also watched countless reactions and it still brings be to tears. You will have endless Ren to check out but he was also in a band called The Big Push. . Well worth checking out
Welcome. You are about to start an amazing journey. I’ll leave it to others to fill you in on Ren’s background. Ren has a following that just doesn’t happen, but it did and it has. Ren will make you cry, gasp, and laugh. He really does bring out the “human” in all of us. Can’t wait to watch your journey. I guarantee you there will be thousands watching all of your Ren reactions. Buckle up! lol.
There is not one piece of ART (this is not just a “song” or “video”) that has moved me more in my 48+ years of life. I was lucky to catch this song just a couple days after its release and I am so happy that people are still discovering and reacting to this song well over a year later now.
Yes I agree Sick Boi was the second video that I watched of his and now I can't wait for every new release. So captivating I believe we are all RENegades now
You've opened up Ren's world now. A very talented man as are the collaborators he works with. Enjoy the Journey. He'll make you feel something every time.
Nail on the head, you are not alone. I've found that in a lot of Rens music, he drags me out of my comfort zone to contemplate difficult subjects that often get swept aside or buried inside & for some reason these songs have been incredibly healing for me. you can't put Ren in a single genre, he's all over the place, & many times in a genre of his own. Subbed & looking forward to your journey through the Reniverse.
The key is to realise that there are moments of light and dark in our lives and the amplitude might change but the pendulum will always swing and we should never despair in the dark nor become complacent in the light. Once you get that then coping with life is so much easier. The Hi Ren monologue is a basic truth
What a great reaction and you didn't say one word during the song but your face told us more than words can convey. You have now discovered Ren and you are in for a journey. I am going to look forward to your reactions to other Ren videos. He is one of the most creative and talented talents I have seen in quite a while.
A beautiful and genuine reaction. Thank you Stacey! Ren cannot be defined by any one genre of music. There is a bit of everything. Ren has many gems that are freaking amazing as many will state in the responess here. To me 'Hi Ren' is a masterpiece--a work of art. I think anything Ren will suit your channel for reactions. However, I do suggest 'Sick Boi' then 'Seven Sins' and 'Tale of Jenny and Screech (Full)', followed by his additional masterpiece with 'Money Game 1, 2 and 3'. Beyond that there are some songs that will bring you to tears, like 'Freckled Angels', 'Suicide', 'Dominoes' and 'fore Joe'. So much more. I want to watch your journey.
Probably the best reaction to this song that I have seen ... thank you so much, and your words were wise beyond your years. He manages to connect with some part of everyone. Sorry to hear about your own personal struggles. Much love from an old (ish) man in the UK ❤
Loved your unfiltered reaction! As you'll see in the comments people will ride or die for Ren. This song in particular has resonated with millions of people because we all go through things as you said. People use his words and apply it to their life. He's also a humble person who has the courage to put all sides of himself out to the world through his music. The pain, the anger, the boastful confidence, humor, sentimentality and, the racy side as well.
Hi Stacey, first of all: I wish you all the best for your healing, I'm very sorry that you had to go through this💞! Everything about Ren has certainly already been said here! I came accross Ren and his music at the beginning of 2023 and I've been a fan ever since (it's strange to say that, because I've never been impressed by only one single artist or band in my life! I love the variety in music and its different directions) and now.... Am I a fan - because...well: He is just a great, great musician, a once in a lifetime Artist - through Ren's person and the perspectives he presents, everyone is given permission to simply be human, with all their advantages and flaws. New sub from me 🫶 Very ❤️greetings from Germany 👏👍🤝🙋♀️
Eff yesh! S-tier reaction from an S-tier reactor! brilliant as always Stacey! As someone who struggles w/ my own inner darkness every day, this f'n video never fails to bring a tear to my eye, n this reaction vid was no different. luckily, I'm a bit of a d-bag, n your tears sustain me, so it all worked oot in the end!
I love Stacey, I love Ren, what a fantastic surprise to find this reaction. He has loads of variety in his music, it's all great. You should check out "Chinchilla" as well "FINGERS" is a good start. Take care Stacey, big love.
'Fingers Live for Hunger TV' is the one! Then 'Little Girl Gone (Official Music Video)' and 'Cut You Off (Official Video), and I seeing a theme here? :^p
Please don't apologize for your tears. Just so that you know, Ren weeps at the drop of a hat and we love him all the more for it. This is one of the best "Hi Ren" reactions I have seen and I have seen hundreds. There are reactors who will tell everyone that pausing is an integral part of any reaction. I disagree and your reaction illustrates my point perfectly.
@@iaqh Oh how generous you are to give your time but if you want professionalism the least you can do is spell it right. You are not only rude, you are illiterate.
Honestly you know nothing. shut up Patrick. Most reactors deal with copyright strikes. Pausing allows them to react as (educational). Few artists especially mainstream, whose companies file the copyright claims. Just enjoy the reactors they all have a unique journey. Humble yourself you ball park sausage human thing.
It will stick with you forever. Don't worry about the tears. Ren was bedridden for more than 7 years being misdiagnosed with bipolar. Depression,ME/ chronic fatigue syndrome. Finally diagnosed with Lyme disease and autoimmunity. He is still dealing with the permanent damage done to his brain , joints, organs and immunity. He can only eat 6-7 foods and takes 100 pillsper day. He has been in intensive treatment for the past 14 months in Canada. If you want to listen to his interview with Zach Sang you will learn it from him. You did a great job. I recommend Sick Boi to hear about his frustration with the medical community that said it was all in his head.
Great reaction! Ren makes all of us feel something. Good, bad, astonished, sad, etc......He has a way of bringing a lot to the surface. Subbed for more Ren!
It’s amazing seeing more and more people finding this song and it’s exciting for me to another person fall helplessly down the very deep Ren rabbit hole. Enjoy, cry, laugh and smile on this journey you are about to embark on 👏🏻
Loved your reaction. I found Ren about a year ago and have listened to him every single day, his music his interviews. He is a beautiful soul and talented beyond reason. Look forward to more of your Ren reactionsx
So pleased you found Ren, you have found the tip of the iceberg. Like you say, so relatable and vulnerable. I must have seen 'Hi Ren' dozens of times and still get choked every time. Eyes leaking again. As others have commented, Chalk Outlines is a good next one to listen to, also to provide a great introduction to Chinchilla too.
Welcome to Ren. He is the most amazing, real, and versatile artist of our age. He does EVERY genre and he NEVER misses. There are NO bad Ren Reactions. Enjoy this journey! I'm subscribing to enjoy it with you!
❤😭❤ So glad that you have discovered and reacted to Hi Ren - I've been hoping that you would. It has stuck with many of us too and watching your reaction brought fresh tears to my eyes. Very much looking forward to seeing you react to more of Ren's work, if you choose to do them. 🙂
Hey, thank you for your beautiful reaction to this epic artistic piece. You are a beautiful soul and a beautiful woman. Thank you for opening up and I wish you all the health in the world. I subbed to see your Ren journey. Ren is my therapy. He makes you feel. Stay strong and well.❤❤❤ I am sure other Renegades will follow me. Love and peace ❤❤❤
You have been hit with the power of Ren!!! We all cried a little from this because we all deal with these emotions. Great reaction, hope to see you do more of his works of art.
Hey there, I stumbled on your channel a couple weeks ago from your Pink Floyd and Zeppelin reactions, I had no idea you hadn't reacted to Ren yet...YAY!! So glad you found your way to the Ren rabbit hole, you are in for a treat, this isn't normal gushing either, I've been playing music professionally or leisurely for 30 some odd year, this kid (well he's 33) is different, he excels in every genre. Quick heads up, there is no particular order you need to go in, other than the two story trilogies he has, as far as doing each of those three in order, otherwise don't feel pressured from the Renegades, they're a great bunch, big hearts and super friendly, but sometimes want people to discover Ren in the order they did, just remember, it's your journey, you take whatever path fits you. No doubt you're going to get bombarded with requests for Jenny n Screech, it's one of the trilogies, just know it's a TRIGGER WARNING song. There is nothing physically in the videos that is triggering, but Ren paints a very VERY vivid picture of the unfortunate side of life in poverty, so if you've experienced DV in your life, or that kinds of thing gets to you, be warned, mostly in the third video, just wanted to give you a heads up so your not blind sided. Great reaction!! Have fun on your Ren Journey!! ✌️💚
Subbed for more Ren. You’re very lucky, I wish I was able to experience Rens music again for the first time. That’s what’s so great about reaction channels.
1) thank you for sharing your story. I recently went through my own journey with cancer. I’m lucky enough to be a survivor, but I knew what that journey is like. Try to take it in stride, you will make it through. 2) echoing everyone else, this Ren rabbit hole is going to be an amazing journey. I hope you enjoy the rest of his music as much as this. The guy literally does everything. Don’t give up. Keep fighting.
instant subbed, i really loved your take on this.. Ren really does wear his heart on his sleeve, and his bardic style is so entrancing and his words ring with us all, weather it be cancer survivors, struggling musicians, or one of the brilliant minds out there who are afraid to show their talents, Ren really shows us ourselves. Your reaction was wondeful and i felt like i was in a conversation with you on how much i agreed :)
Dear Stacey, your reaction to Hi Ren was perfect; his music speaks to the heart and you felt and understood it at a deep human level. It is authentic and real and beauty within the rough of his situation only amplifies that beauty, artistry, poetry and musicality. There are plenty of reactionists (if that s a word) that speak of his technical ability and meticulous approach ( one shot, live takes which are immensely impressive) but your reaction mirrored mine as it was genuine connection on a human level and I`m sure Ren appreciates and wanted people to be moved and helped by Hi Ren on a soul level. Sending you love with your challenges/opportunites ( it s all a matter of perspective) x Ready for You , Ocean and Humble are all great Ren songs to name but a few.
The RENaisance is a rabbithole and then some. Rapper, singer, pianist, guitar player, producer, genre bending performance artist....he is possibly one of the most important new artists right now
Loved your reaction, Ren is really amazing and is extremely talented in many ways. You will be constantly surprised to see just how verstaile he is in so many geners. This was a one take video done for under 3 grand, he will make you emotional quite often as you explore his work.
So glad you did this one. I'm one of those who recommended it. Thought it might get you lol. Those of us who have struggled with mental and physical illness really resonate with him. Do yourself the service of going down the Ren rabbit hole. Well worth it!
Sorry for the stuff you've been going through. Really happy that you are staying strong and fighting 💪. ❤. And as for Ren, he's definitely going to keep giving you real. enjoy your Ren journey 😊
Beautiful reaction Stacey and a lovely commentary at the end. I can’t wait to watch you discover more Ren. You’re in for a beautiful treat. See you next time 😊
Welcome to the Renegades Stacy you are going to really enjoy this journey if you choose to go down the rabbit hole, Ren speaks to our souls and guide us through dark times reminding us the light is there, weather we see it or not and also he has uplifting songs too. You are an amazing person and a strong woman, so proud of you for standing against your struggles and standing strong in general, thank you for sharing your thoughts got yourself a new sub here
You have a world of support here, so dont fear being open about your issues. We all have a sea of crap we swim through daily, and can be a support system for one another whether its just venting, or advice. And Ren is definitely worthy of a deep dive. Keep up what you love, and we love you😁
Thank you for sharing your own venerability. We are all human. We are all peers. We are all imperfect. We should celebrate that. Welcome to the rabbit hole. Ren can’t be put in a box, he is all genres, no song of Ren’s is like any other song of Ren’s, some are serious, some are playful. I subbed, I’m here for this ride.
Great reaction......and my best wishes for your health. Ren will take you through so much beauty, pain and food for thought. Looking forward to follow you on this journey.
Don't ever apologize for being emotional. If music doesn't go straight to the heart of us, nothing will. And speaking of hearts, my heart goes out to you for your own struggles. I've struggled too, with depression and post-traumatic stress. But here's a thing: not only is it personally cathartic, but by reacting so beautifully to some of the greatest music of all eras, you are giving back. The likes of Ren and so many other artists are creating beauty from darkness, and that's something to love and celebrate. Much love to you, human to human.
Welcome to Ren's rabbit hole. I see you for the first time, and I'm sure the humanity needs more people like you. It was a pleasure to drop a tear or two with you, and to hear a wise person. Subscribing now. As devoted Ren's fan I suggest "Sick boi" as a next journey, 'cause it is somehow a continuation of "Hi Ren". You'll be amazed by his art. Hugs!
First off, Congratulations on your successful treatment! Really loved your insight and thoughtful comments at the end. He has a lot of heavy material, be sure to enjoy some of his lighter and more fun content as well, you seem like someone who will really appreciate what Ren has to offer. Looking forward to your Ren journey. Subbed.
Your emotions are beautiful and real and mirror many of us who heard this song for the first time. Welcome to Ren. He is an artist like no other; a shining star for all generations. Ren is a 33 year old Welsh singer, songwriter, multi instrumentalist, producer and all around gem of a human being. His rabbit hole is deep and spans 11 years of incredible and inspirational music. This is going to be a wild and emotional ride but don’t worry, Ren has a goofy side too and he will make you laugh almost as much as he will make you cry. Subbed and seatbelt fastened. Let’s gooooo!
Greetings!! First, let me say how much I've enjoyed your channel thus far. Second, I'm glad you are doing better...you will be in my prayers. I'd like to share a BUNCH of insights about this amazing song and artist. Please forgive me for the length of this post. Speaking as a guitarist myself, the very first thing that grabbed my attention was that the bass notes in the introduction were picked much harder than is typical with a nylon stringed guitar, so much so that the notes became a bit distorted. To me, this creates a counterpoint with the more elegant notes that are played between the bass notes. This counterpoint seems to my ears to mirror the way the two sides of Ren's vocal performance are portrayed in the next portion of the arrangement. Also, the underlying manner that the guitar is played beneath each persona is different...the "darker" side is more intense and almost relentless in feel, while the "good" side is a bit quieter with a different note pattern and more space overall. The underlying rhythm is the same, but the actual notes being played and the dynamics of how they are played changed depending upon "who" is speaking. When Ren changed the song at the "Newsflash" section, he displayed an amazing use of dynamics, ever building in volume even as he ascends and descends in his playing. To me, it feels like "Bad Ren" is bludgeoning "Good Ren" into submission. When "Good Ren" picks up the narrative again, he strips the music all the way back to playing only the bass notes, then he also begins a dynamic ascent, up to and including his only actual singing at the end of the section. The structure of what Ren is playing here gradually changes, from just the bass notes, to a two note sequence, then three, and finally a four note sequence with the last note being higher than all the rest. He adds this note at the mist hopeful part of this section, and that's deliberate. The symbolism is also displayed in the video itself. The lights flicker when "Bad Ren" is speaking, to signify the unhealthy parts of Ren's mind. They are steady when "Good Ren" speaks, signifying a more "healthy" mental state. In the end, the lights flicker as Ren finished the song, showing how he has "relaxed" and learned to flow with the dance. Simply incredible!! His final masterstroke was to finish the song on a non-resolving chord...the battle continues. I'm sorry if this was overly long, but I thought you might appreciate it. God bless!!
What I see is not 'Good vs Evil' in Ren, but that the Inner Critic or Mirror has become pathological, this often occurs due to early development abuse, neglect, and the toxic messages we received. Ren calls it a 'Battle with his subconscious' or in the Jungian archetype would be the 'Shadow.' The inner mirror is needed not to become narcissistic, but to gain a view from outside ourselves 'having me inside you to guide you Remind you to manage expectations Provide you perspective,' but a toxic version can be like the DnD Alignment Matrix. At the 'News Flash' segment Ren's inner critic / mirror has gone full 'Chaotic Evil' on the alignment chart. Ren's struggle is with the toxicity, he has to tame the inner critic that's been poisoned. He states at the end 'we're a coin with two different sides' as he heals from the toxic parts of his 'Shadow.'
That's what Ren does - he let's you know you're not alone. As a fellow weepy female, loved seeing you lose it bc it IS SO POWERFUL! He perfectly expressed EXACTLY what it means to be human and I've been wrestling with that myself and I'm old enough to be both of your mom lol. Also wanted to say I hope your health issues resolve themselves soon. 🤗
+1 follower. Here they are, the Renegades you called 😜 Hi Stacey, that was a wonderful and human response. My name is Sascha and I'm a 50 year old metalhead from Germany. Well stale and Nordic cool, but still makes me cry every time I hear this song. Ren has something for everyone, from rap to reggae and his own genre of bardcore. I recommend you watch something funny or something not so sad next, otherwise you'll get the wrong impression Ren is a sad guy 🥸 I recommend something from "The Big Push" (one of Ren's bands), e.g. I Shot the Sheriff ... (the one with 12 million views) or Warpigs. Stay strong, stay healthy, stay the way you are. I'm so happy for every person who rediscovers Ren and still gets to enjoy the whole catalog 😎
Welcome to the beginning of a growth and development cycle if you continue exploring Ren's path. As for his other music, he raps, sings, duos, mixes, makes one takes, stories, poems, expressions amd plays an absolutely amazing guitar and some piano. He has a couple of amazing collaborators who work with him on his videos and has been part of a couple band, many of which you can see in recorded busking in Brighton (he grew up in Wales). Others will fill you in with the forthcoming copy/pastes of his history amd such, but there's my casual introduction. Ren changed my life. Quite probably he already changed yours. Edit: wotu regard to precancerous cells, I know nobody wants to hear many scientific truths that aren't yet accepted by the mainstream, completely broken, medical system (I work in it, by the way), but I want to at least put a small thought out there for you. I dont know where your precancerous cells are, and yes, it makes a difference, but a great many modern cancers are tied to high insulin (and two other growth factors) due to our insanely high intake of sugar, processed carbohydrates and way, way too frequent eating patterns. 6 small meals a day is incredibly damaging to the human metabolic system, as is the vey high carb and especially sugar intake. I could literally write a thesis, but I better stop. A doctor who is far more qualified than me to talk about it is Dr Jason Fung. Might I recommend The Obesity Code first if you want an overview of the problems we have in our food. Also, the Cancer Code may be something far more directly relatable tonyou, but it is pretty deep and complex. In short, heal your body througj food, heal the 8 metabolic diseases connected to our food patterns, and specifically, keeping low insulin from fasting and/or low carb can be protective against cancer growth. That being said, some cancers are just assholes and dont come from this, they have just always existed or are from environmental thing, such as lung cancer. I am sorry if rhis triggers you. But I have made these food/eating changes and they completely changed my life. I wish i knew sooner I will stop now and just enjoy your videos without pressing this again, I promise.
You are one of the few reactors wise enough to say “it didn’t feel right to interrupt his story’. I respected you for that
me too dude...
Welcome to this REN stratosphere. You’ll be amazed at his talent, not only as a singer, rapper, guitarist, pianist, modern day bard. You are in for a ride. This is only the main entrance into this special world.
Every now and again, the planets align and up spawns a talent like Ren. Someone wwho can play several instruments and the lyrical ability and psychological insight to tell his story in a creative way. He's one of those that, whether he becomes a worldwide superstar or not, will be remembered years from now either way.
Welcome to ren next sic boi another master peice njtew subscriber from Australia 🇦🇺 old man Chris thank ❤
The Reniverse is vast and deep. Leet the RENaissance begin for yet another willing soul. ❤😊
Also a great producer, actor and human being! But yes - agree 100%
Ren is an amazing artist. This is the least emotional song. So enjoy and also enjoy.
Great call not pausing! This should always be played straight through.
I like both approaches. Sometimes it's fun to hear someone's feelings at the time things are happening.
Don’t worry about pausing as we all have the original to watch whenever we want. We all are here for your reaction and possible analysis from your point of view. This is just like sharing a book, movie, TV Show, music video, song, singer, musician, or performance with a friend to get their reaction.
So keep on doing what you want how you want. As a suggestion if you do pause just go back a few moments or seconds to pick up the flow on the song.
BTW Great reaction! I wept my first time in empathy and dealing with a chronic illness myself, I felt seen and acknowledged.
Take care.
Let me share my thoughts about pausing or interrupting as I call it. I once saw a reactor pause Ren to say "I'm speechless!". Why did the reactor feel the need to say that when actual silence would have said it better? Another example was during a "Sick Boi" reaction. This guy was so excited and kept interrupting every few seconds to say "Did you see that?" or "Did you hear that?" The answer to his questions is yes, we watched it and we heard it. After a while he started to sniff a lot. Then I realized he did a line of coke just before reacting. Have you ever noticed that those on coke only stop talking tp sniff. These two were some of the recent ones. This is my position: If a reactor has something of value to share I want to hear it. It takes great skill to pause without annoying me. Many reactors are very skillful. Those are the reactors I enjoy.
@@Jason_xofilos Or like myself I have it memorized and have Ren's facial movements memorized. So no matter where they pause it I know what is coming word for word. I think a majority of us have it memorized. The reactor will have to re-watch it a few times anyways.
@patrickquinlan3056 yeah it definitely takes away if they don't have something to actually express
What a beautiful, wonderful girl, who spoke beyond her years compassionately and intelligently.
aww thank you so much
You don't know how deep is this rabbit hole.
Ren is one of the most important artist of our era, a performer, storyteller, creative, singer, rapper, musician, there are no word to say what is Ren exactly: just an amazing 3.0 artist.
He is also one of the most impressive personalities i've come across in years.
If you're ever lost faith in humanity, Ren is the one to restore it.
I follow Ren as much for his personality and character as his music.
@@jessicakoster2543 I have to agree. The way he interacts with both his fans and TH-cam reactors--and just the way he is in general--is a huge part of his appeal.
True facts!!!
And actor, don't forget actor. I hope he makes sone cameos if Netflix approves his series.
I would argue he is the most important crteative mind of our time. I cannot wait for what he does next. He is truely inspiring and life saving.
Not the last tears you will shed if you keep listening to Ren. But so much joy. Enjoy the ride.
This song literally saved my life. I was in the darkness so deep I wanted to die. This song gave me hope. Powerful is an understatement. I am more alive than I have been in years now. I still cry when I hear this song. Ren is one of the most prolific artists of my lifetime. You won't regret going down this rabbit hole. His music is incredible. Thank you for this great reaction! I pray for your healing strength.
same! this song literally saving lives! peace be with you my friend✌
@@jamiereed6080 also with you...thank you
Bend but do not break
Glad you found this song, and that it helped heal you. You matter to so many, and that this song reminded you of that is truly special. Wishing you continued joy in your life. Make every second count!
You've just earned your Renegade badge, Stacey. As a Canadian it breaks my heart and pisses me off hearing about the massive medical bills piling up for life-saving surgeries. On the upside, they caught it super-early, so it's a solid "fuck you" to cancer.
FYI Ren's "Sick Boi" album opened at #1 in the UK charts, which is unheard of for an independent artist. So he's shown his self-doubt demon up big time.
Music can be healing, so I am stoked that you've found both Pink Floyd and Ren.
My Rx for you is this song from a very young Ren, called "It's Alright":
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Actually, Ren's #1 album in the UK is the first time in UK history that a truly independent artist ever made it beyond the top 50. He also made it into the Top 100 of the US Billboard Charts, making him one of a very few select group of people to EVER achieve any sort of ranking within the US Billboard Charts for being an independent artist.
You've now entered into the realm of arguably THE most interesting and entertaining artist of his generation. The catalog is a deep, deep rabbit hole. Buckle up, because you'll cry, laugh, sing, dance, be gobsmacked, jaw dropped, and flabbergasted all at once.
All facts!
Where can I get his full discography? I’ve heard most of his stuff via TH-cam etc but there might be more
Thruth
Truth
The tale of Jenny and Screech. If you don't cry, you're not human.
Make sure it is the trilogy. The video with all 3 together.
Violet's tale. I watched someone live with it for the rest of her life from up close. You can help as much as you can and as much as you are allowed to but in the end only prevention will be the cure.
@@coreydean6540 yes the Trilogy is an absolute masterpiece
Another thing to mention is that the one take live recording adds so much more (due to the perfect imperfections) and he does a lot of them.
The Tale of Jenny and Screech trilogy is the perfect three one shot short story (nothing even comes close).
The full version, please! 13min long, that's the one
So glad you reacted to this! You have a very special adventure ahead of you. Enjoy! Check out Chalk Outlines by Ren.
Yes do the live version it is much better experience than the other version
Yes, Chalk Outlines has to next!
Well said, I suggest “Diazepam” from Ren as well. I love Chalk Outlines as well. 👍
New sub here from Arizona, I'm here for any and all Ren reactions. As a 53 year old music lover my whole life, Ren has reconfigured my mind for the better and REN-EWED my heart & soul by making me really hear music for the 1st time in my life! Thank you for the heartfelt reaction! 😊 what an amazing journey awaits you!
Mesa!! Yo!!
@@CarlosPeligro3 Hello 😁
REN-EWED!!! HA!!!
I've been going down the Ren rabbit hole for about a year now. His talent knows no end. Have a great time and enjoy!!
Yep, to the point where I crave new music from him or his band/collabs. The bands new releases of older performances hit the ticket for me. Ren's new releases are like Christmas time. 😊
I used to listen to Ren, and the Big Push, when they were busking on the streets of Brighton, UK. All vey talented.
You have a special treat to hang on to and now tell other Ren fans. 😎
Jealous. You lucky dog.
When he says "I'm fine by myself..." and his voice cracks......gets me EVERY time. Easily the most affecting song I've heard in my 53 years.
I was made to be tested and twisted.
I was made to be broken and beat.
That's what gets me every time.
And I go by many names also
Some people know me as hope…
This song has so many soul grabbers… man this guy
It always gets me already at "Because I'm always come back".
Realist reaction to Hi Ren I've seen. Buckle up, you're in for the musical ride of your life. Ren's talent is immeasurable! A once in a lifetime type. So glad you found him. Wecome to the RENegade family. Looking forward to watching your journey.
Yeah, a true reaction without saying a word, you could see each impact on her.
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. Even 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, tearing free and trying to take control, 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.
Very well said - the feeling of realising that other people have these same monsters saying a lot of the same types of things and hearing Ren say it is amazingly cathartic - the first time I watched Hi Ren was equally heartbreaking (I don't want _anyone_ to have to go through that) and uplifting because holy cats someone put it into words and is speaking out. Take care out there... we're not alone
Beautifully & truthfully spoken by you both 🙏❤️
Oh Stacey, what a can of worms you have opened. REN is going to bring you all of the emotions. He has a huge back catalogue, all of REN’ music is thought provoking & tonight’s tears won’t be the last if you go down the REN rabbit hole. I will be excited to go down with you. You’ll love it I’m sure❤️🏴🇬🇧
You sharing your own vulnerability after watching Ren was great. Thanks for your authenticity.
Welcome to the Ren rabbit hole.There's so much more to see.
"The tale of Jenny and Screetch" (full 13 minute version)
"Money Game (1-3)"
"Chalk Outlines"
"Fred Again Mashup"
and so much more.
For some insight, Justin Hawkins interview with Ren.
Keep going.
Welcome to the RENverse and the RENegade community. My suggestions are two Ren lyric videos Humble and Ocean featuring Eden Nash.
Humble lyric video
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Ocean video
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Pick a song, any song by Ren and you won’t be disappointed. Be prepared to laugh and cry. ❤️🇬🇧
I'm sorry for your medical history and I hope you have beaten and won over the cancer. I have to say that you just found the most amazing artist with deeper thoughts than everyone else. Ren is a voice for all who suffers and he is a master in every genre. Many of his songs is deep and grounded in his very dark background. I can give you some info about his illness. Ren got sick and was initially misdiagnosed with depression and bipolar disorder. It would take seven years before a doctor in Belgium finally correctly diagnosed Ren with Lyme disease. The sicknes led him to experience psychosis, very bad pain and many other bad health issues. It's a wonder he is still alive. Ren eventually underwent stem cell therapy in the United States, which improved his health. Ren is currently in Canada for more treatments and I think he never, ever could go on tour. For the next one I suggest "Chalk Outlines" together with Chinchilla, the live version. Take care and big hugs ❤
I have liked and I am commenting before even seeing the whole video. I can't imagine anyone not being captivated by this track. Ren is something else and being an independent self promoting artist with enormous talent I hope he can break the system and have huge success.
Enjoy his journey it's a rollercoaster.
Having now seen your video I absolutely recommend listening to the tale of Jenny and screech and another must is su!c!de. Tissues for both especially the later.
That said I'm still looking forward to a reaction to Shine On you crazy diamond
I think all of these songs will speak to you in hopefully helpful ways. (Not so much the tale of Jenny and screech but it's a great story)
Ren caught Lyme's Disease in his late teens, but it was misdiagnosed for many years, so he was given the wrong treatments and things went very bad for him for a while. When he finally released his album last October, I'd heard it did go to #1 in the UK. He's a remarkable storyteller, with a variety of musical styles.
On a side note, one of my longtime favorite bands is called Kamelot, and last year they released a song called 'One More Flag in the Ground', and it's about triumphing over illness and injury. Sounds like something you could use, to pick you up after your cancer treatment. I have tickets to see Kamelot live in May, for my 2nd time. Tommy Karevik is an incredible singer.
Hi Ren was my introduction to him when it came out about a year ago. Since then, I've been listening and watching his videos all the time. He's really an incredible artist. He's an amazing story teller. Most artists, I don't care that much about seeing their music videos, even if I love their music. But his videos are just as impactful as his music. I hope Ren has a long, long career.
Welcome to the world of Ren! He has so many amazing songs. He's one of the most talented musicians i've ever heard. Love from the UK 🇬🇧
Only one of the many faces of Ren, the Lyrical Miracle!
First time seeing a reaction from you. Super grateful to come across it. I became a huge Ren fan last year. Even bought his Sick Boi album, to help it get to UK’s #1 albums charts. He is an amazing musician, singer, rapper, writer, person. Last night while watching Ren’s The Hunger video, my partner said, “I have to admit I’ve got a pretty big crush on him.” I chuckled and said, “How could you not? If I were female, I’d be crushing on him big time.” Not sure what genres you prefer, but Ren covers them all. Maybe check out Chalk Outlines w/Chinchilla (live), Bittersweet Symphony, and The Hunger, to introduce yourself to his various vocal styles. Jenny and Screech (tales to watch all at once) is painful but beautiful. Money Game trilogy (for Part 2, lyric video) is just, well, damn…you’ll see. 🥰
Subbed - so nice to see a reactor resonate with Ren. Thank you for helping to spread the word. Best wishes ❤️
Be prepared for the Reninvasion.
Rens music is life therapy. It finds the locked away emotions and releases them. Ive watched this video maybe 100 times now and also watched countless reactions and it still brings be to tears.
You will have endless Ren to check out but he was also in a band called The Big Push. . Well worth checking out
Isn't that the truth!
I see im not the only one who sees the connection between an appreciation of Pink Floyd and An appreciation of Ren! Keep on keeping on!
They both go REALLY deep.
Both often deal with the human condition, mental health, and societal ills.
Yes, long-time Pink Floyd fan here who is now on the Ren train. Pink Floyd has the flying pig, and Ren has the guy in the pig mask, lol.
My two favorites. I've been a "Floydian philosopher" for over 30 years, and it wasn't until Ren that something grabbed my attention as hard.
Welcome. You are about to start an amazing journey. I’ll leave it to others to fill you in on Ren’s background. Ren has a following that just doesn’t happen, but it did and it has. Ren will make you cry, gasp, and laugh. He really does bring out the “human” in all of us. Can’t wait to watch your journey. I guarantee you there will be thousands watching all of your Ren reactions. Buckle up! lol.
There is not one piece of ART (this is not just a “song” or “video”) that has moved me more in my 48+ years of life. I was lucky to catch this song just a couple days after its release and I am so happy that people are still discovering and reacting to this song well over a year later now.
A big hug to you ❤ welcome in Ren's World , you will love it 😊
Can I say how refreshing is to see a reaction video where they let the song play through all the way without stopping ever few seconds. Bravo ! 🙏
REN is a true generational artist. Such a talented and caring person. Thank you Stacey for finding him. Welcome aboard the REN train!
The tears, it's testament to how strongly something resonates. Your reaction is like reliving my own "first experience" watching Hi, Ren.
"Sick Boi" is the obvious follow up to "Hi Ren", so that is the song I suggest for you next.
Yes I agree Sick Boi was the second video that I watched of his and now I can't wait for every new release.
So captivating I believe we are all RENegades now
Ironically, you mentioned "Losing It" which is one of his funnest songs lol. It definitely shows his fun side
You've opened up Ren's world now. A very talented man as are the collaborators he works with. Enjoy the Journey. He'll make you feel something every time.
I really appreciated your commentary at the end--both your observations and your vulnerability. That takes both courage and trust.
Perfect reaction...Ren and his music are truly a gift to the world and i hope you enjoy his amazing talent as much as i have
Nail on the head, you are not alone. I've found that in a lot of Rens music, he drags me out of my comfort zone to contemplate difficult subjects that often get swept aside or buried inside & for some reason these songs have been incredibly healing for me. you can't put Ren in a single genre, he's all over the place, & many times in a genre of his own. Subbed & looking forward to your journey through the Reniverse.
The key is to realise that there are moments of light and dark in our lives and the amplitude might change but the pendulum will always swing and we should never despair in the dark nor become complacent in the light. Once you get that then coping with life is so much easier. The Hi Ren monologue is a basic truth
What a great reaction and you didn't say one word during the song but your face told us more than words can convey. You have now discovered Ren and you are in for a journey. I am going to look forward to your reactions to other Ren videos. He is one of the most creative and talented talents I have seen in quite a while.
A beautiful and genuine reaction. Thank you Stacey! Ren cannot be defined by any one genre of music. There is a bit of everything. Ren has many gems that are freaking amazing as many will state in the responess here. To me 'Hi Ren' is a masterpiece--a work of art. I think anything Ren will suit your channel for reactions. However, I do suggest 'Sick Boi' then 'Seven Sins' and 'Tale of Jenny and Screech (Full)', followed by his additional masterpiece with 'Money Game 1, 2 and 3'. Beyond that there are some songs that will bring you to tears, like 'Freckled Angels', 'Suicide', 'Dominoes' and 'fore Joe'. So much more. I want to watch your journey.
Probably the best reaction to this song that I have seen ... thank you so much, and your words were wise beyond your years. He manages to connect with some part of everyone. Sorry to hear about your own personal struggles. Much love from an old (ish) man in the UK ❤
Loved your unfiltered reaction! As you'll see in the comments people will ride or die for Ren. This song in particular has resonated with millions of people because we all go through things as you said. People use his words and apply it to their life. He's also a humble person who has the courage to put all sides of himself out to the world through his music. The pain, the anger, the boastful confidence, humor, sentimentality and, the racy side as well.
Hi Stacey, first of all: I wish you all the best for your healing, I'm very sorry that you had to go through this💞!
Everything about Ren has certainly already been said here!
I came accross Ren and his music at the beginning of 2023 and I've been a fan ever since (it's strange to say that, because I've never been impressed by only one single artist or band in my life! I love the variety in music and its different directions) and now....
Am I a fan - because...well:
He is just a great, great musician, a once in a lifetime Artist - through Ren's person and the perspectives he presents, everyone is given permission to simply be human, with all their advantages and flaws.
New sub from me 🫶
Very ❤️greetings from Germany 👏👍🤝🙋♀️
Eff yesh! S-tier reaction from an S-tier reactor! brilliant as always Stacey! As someone who struggles w/ my own inner darkness every day, this f'n video never fails to bring a tear to my eye, n this reaction vid was no different. luckily, I'm a bit of a d-bag, n your tears sustain me, so it all worked oot in the end!
Appreciate you!!!❤️
I love Stacey, I love Ren, what a fantastic surprise to find this reaction.
He has loads of variety in his music, it's all great. You should check out "Chinchilla" as well "FINGERS" is a good start.
Take care Stacey, big love.
'Fingers Live for Hunger TV' is the one! Then 'Little Girl Gone (Official Music Video)' and 'Cut You Off (Official Video), and I seeing a theme here? :^p
Please don't apologize for your tears. Just so that you know, Ren weeps at the drop of a hat and we love him all the more for it. This is one of the best "Hi Ren" reactions I have seen and I have seen hundreds. There are reactors who will tell everyone that pausing is an integral part of any reaction. I disagree and your reaction illustrates my point perfectly.
@@iaqh Oh how generous you are to give your time but if you want professionalism the least you can do is spell it right. You are not only rude, you are illiterate.
Honestly you know nothing. shut up Patrick. Most reactors deal with copyright strikes. Pausing allows them to react as (educational). Few artists especially mainstream, whose companies file the copyright claims. Just enjoy the reactors they all have a unique journey. Humble yourself you ball park sausage human thing.
Great reaction. This is just the beginning of an amazing journey of beautiful music and an amazing human!! Please listen to anything els by him😊
It will stick with you forever. Don't worry about the tears. Ren was bedridden for more than 7 years being misdiagnosed with bipolar. Depression,ME/ chronic fatigue syndrome. Finally diagnosed with Lyme disease and autoimmunity. He is still dealing with the permanent damage done to his brain , joints, organs and immunity. He can only eat 6-7 foods and takes 100 pillsper day. He has been in intensive treatment for the past 14 months in Canada.
If you want to listen to his interview with Zach Sang you will learn it from him.
You did a great job. I recommend Sick Boi to hear about his frustration with the medical community that said it was all in his head.
Great reaction! Ren makes all of us feel something. Good, bad, astonished, sad, etc......He has a way of bringing a lot to the surface. Subbed for more Ren!
It’s amazing seeing more and more people finding this song and it’s exciting for me to another person fall helplessly down the very deep Ren rabbit hole. Enjoy, cry, laugh and smile on this journey you are about to embark on 👏🏻
Loved your reaction. I found Ren about a year ago and have listened to him every single day, his music his interviews. He is a beautiful soul and talented beyond reason. Look forward to more of your Ren reactionsx
So pleased you found Ren, you have found the tip of the iceberg. Like you say, so relatable and vulnerable. I must have seen 'Hi Ren' dozens of times and still get choked every time. Eyes leaking again. As others have commented, Chalk Outlines is a good next one to listen to, also to provide a great introduction to Chinchilla too.
Welcome to Ren. He is the most amazing, real, and versatile artist of our age. He does EVERY genre and he NEVER misses. There are NO bad Ren Reactions. Enjoy this journey! I'm subscribing to enjoy it with you!
Girl, you had me tearing up. Loved your transparency and vulnerability, thank you for that. Never be ashamed of your emotions, you are beautiful ❤
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So glad that you have discovered and reacted to Hi Ren - I've been hoping that you would. It has stuck with many of us too and watching your reaction brought fresh tears to my eyes.
Very much looking forward to seeing you react to more of Ren's work, if you choose to do them. 🙂
Hey, thank you for your beautiful reaction to this epic artistic piece. You are a beautiful soul and a beautiful woman. Thank you for opening up and I wish you all the health in the world. I subbed to see your Ren journey. Ren is my therapy. He makes you feel. Stay strong and well.❤❤❤ I am sure other Renegades will follow me. Love and peace ❤❤❤
You have been hit with the power of Ren!!! We all cried a little from this because we all deal with these emotions. Great reaction, hope to see you do more of his works of art.
Hey there, I stumbled on your channel a couple weeks ago from your Pink Floyd and Zeppelin reactions, I had no idea you hadn't reacted to Ren yet...YAY!! So glad you found your way to the Ren rabbit hole, you are in for a treat, this isn't normal gushing either, I've been playing music professionally or leisurely for 30 some odd year, this kid (well he's 33) is different, he excels in every genre.
Quick heads up, there is no particular order you need to go in, other than the two story trilogies he has, as far as doing each of those three in order, otherwise don't feel pressured from the Renegades, they're a great bunch, big hearts and super friendly, but sometimes want people to discover Ren in the order they did, just remember, it's your journey, you take whatever path fits you.
No doubt you're going to get bombarded with requests for Jenny n Screech, it's one of the trilogies, just know it's a TRIGGER WARNING song. There is nothing physically in the videos that is triggering, but Ren paints a very VERY vivid picture of the unfortunate side of life in poverty, so if you've experienced DV in your life, or that kinds of thing gets to you, be warned, mostly in the third video, just wanted to give you a heads up so your not blind sided. Great reaction!! Have fun on your Ren Journey!! ✌️💚
You are my favorite new reactor. Observant, sincere, and talented. Thank you for what you provide.
Subbed for more Ren. You’re very lucky, I wish I was able to experience Rens music again for the first time. That’s what’s so great about reaction channels.
1) thank you for sharing your story. I recently went through my own journey with cancer. I’m lucky enough to be a survivor, but I knew what that journey is like. Try to take it in stride, you will make it through.
2) echoing everyone else, this Ren rabbit hole is going to be an amazing journey. I hope you enjoy the rest of his music as much as this. The guy literally does everything.
Don’t give up. Keep fighting.
Welcome to the RENaissance. Loved your genuine reaction.👏 Ren is an unmatched talent in this day and age.
instant subbed, i really loved your take on this.. Ren really does wear his heart on his sleeve, and his bardic style is so entrancing and his words ring with us all, weather it be cancer survivors, struggling musicians, or one of the brilliant minds out there who are afraid to show their talents, Ren really shows us ourselves. Your reaction was wondeful and i felt like i was in a conversation with you on how much i agreed :)
Dear Stacey, your reaction to Hi Ren was perfect; his music speaks to the heart and you felt and understood it at a deep human level. It is authentic and real and beauty within the rough of his situation only amplifies that beauty, artistry, poetry and musicality. There are plenty of reactionists (if that s a word) that speak of his technical ability and meticulous approach ( one shot, live takes which are immensely impressive) but your reaction mirrored mine as it was genuine connection on a human level and I`m sure Ren appreciates and wanted people to be moved and helped by Hi Ren on a soul level. Sending you love with your challenges/opportunites ( it s all a matter of perspective) x Ready for You , Ocean and Humble are all great Ren songs to name but a few.
The RENaisance is a rabbithole and then some. Rapper, singer, pianist, guitar player, producer, genre bending performance artist....he is possibly one of the most important new artists right now
Loved your reaction, Ren is really amazing and is extremely talented in many ways. You will be constantly surprised to see just how verstaile he is in so many geners. This was a one take video done for under 3 grand, he will make you emotional quite often as you explore his work.
So glad you did this one. I'm one of those who recommended it. Thought it might get you lol. Those of us who have struggled with mental and physical illness really resonate with him. Do yourself the service of going down the Ren rabbit hole. Well worth it!
Sorry for the stuff you've been going through. Really happy that you are staying strong and fighting 💪. ❤. And as for Ren, he's definitely going to keep giving you real. enjoy your Ren journey 😊
Beautiful reaction Stacey and a lovely commentary at the end. I can’t wait to watch you discover more Ren. You’re in for a beautiful treat. See you next time 😊
Welcome to the Renegades Stacy you are going to really enjoy this journey if you choose to go down the rabbit hole, Ren speaks to our souls and guide us through dark times reminding us the light is there, weather we see it or not and also he has uplifting songs too.
You are an amazing person and a strong woman, so proud of you for standing against your struggles and standing strong in general, thank you for sharing your thoughts got yourself a new sub here
Thanks for not pausing. This work of art deserves respect. I'm a Renegade and here for the rabbit hole if you go down it lol. Great reaction
You have a world of support here, so dont fear being open about your issues. We all have a sea of crap we swim through daily, and can be a support system for one another whether its just venting, or advice. And Ren is definitely worthy of a deep dive.
Keep up what you love, and we love you😁
Great reaction! Love your authenticity! I'm sorry you are going through stuff love. Sending healing vibes your way.❤ Welcome to the Ren rabbit hole.
I've watched a lot of REN reactions. You deserve a million likes. NO, YOU DESERVE ALL OF THEM IN THE WHOLE WORLD!
Love your vulnerability and sensivity.You've got heart. Welcome to the Renegades.
Thank you for sharing your own venerability. We are all human. We are all peers. We are all imperfect. We should celebrate that.
Welcome to the rabbit hole. Ren can’t be put in a box, he is all genres, no song of Ren’s is like any other song of Ren’s, some are serious, some are playful.
I subbed, I’m here for this ride.
Great reaction......and my best wishes for your health. Ren will take you through so much beauty, pain and food for thought. Looking forward to follow you on this journey.
This guy is a genius!!! Big hug,Stacey, and much love from Spain!!!❤
Wow! You found Ren. He is a super nice guy and a genius. He is unique. Amazing. Great reaction.Cheers from a finn in Sweden ❤❤❤ Hugs and much love.❤❤❤
Don't ever apologize for being emotional. If music doesn't go straight to the heart of us, nothing will. And speaking of hearts, my heart goes out to you for your own struggles. I've struggled too, with depression and post-traumatic stress. But here's a thing: not only is it personally cathartic, but by reacting so beautifully to some of the greatest music of all eras, you are giving back. The likes of Ren and so many other artists are creating beauty from darkness, and that's something to love and celebrate. Much love to you, human to human.
REN - HI REN stands on its own as a masterpiece!
Welcome to Ren's rabbit hole.
I see you for the first time, and I'm sure the humanity needs more people like you. It was a pleasure to drop a tear or two with you, and to hear a wise person. Subscribing now.
As devoted Ren's fan I suggest "Sick boi" as a next journey, 'cause it is somehow a continuation of "Hi Ren". You'll be amazed by his art. Hugs!
First off, Congratulations on your successful treatment! Really loved your insight and thoughtful comments at the end. He has a lot of heavy material, be sure to enjoy some of his lighter and more fun content as well, you seem like someone who will really appreciate what Ren has to offer. Looking forward to your Ren journey. Subbed.
Really loved your reaction, so open and honest. Hope you are on the mend. Love from Wales ❤
Ren is the real thing with many dimensions. Thanks for your heart felt reaction.
Watched many reactions to hi ren and you nailed it, excellent
The RENegades will love you if you just keep letting it out. Welcome to the REN rabbit hole. Enjoy. And his album hit #1 in the UK.
Your emotions are beautiful and real and mirror many of us who heard this song for the first time. Welcome to Ren. He is an artist like no other; a shining star for all generations. Ren is a 33 year old Welsh singer, songwriter, multi instrumentalist, producer and all around gem of a human being. His rabbit hole is deep and spans 11 years of incredible and inspirational music. This is going to be a wild and emotional ride but don’t worry, Ren has a goofy side too and he will make you laugh almost as much as he will make you cry. Subbed and seatbelt fastened. Let’s gooooo!
Greetings!!
First, let me say how much I've enjoyed your channel thus far.
Second, I'm glad you are doing better...you will be in my prayers.
I'd like to share a BUNCH of insights about this amazing song and artist. Please forgive me for the length of this post.
Speaking as a guitarist myself, the very first thing that grabbed my attention was that the bass notes in the introduction were picked much harder than is typical with a nylon stringed guitar, so much so that the notes became a bit distorted. To me, this creates a counterpoint with the more elegant notes that are played between the bass notes. This counterpoint seems to my ears to mirror the way the two sides of Ren's vocal performance are portrayed in the next portion of the arrangement. Also, the underlying manner that the guitar is played beneath each persona is different...the "darker" side is more intense and almost relentless in feel, while the "good" side is a bit quieter with a different note pattern and more space overall. The underlying rhythm is the same, but the actual notes being played and the dynamics of how they are played changed depending upon "who" is speaking.
When Ren changed the song at the "Newsflash" section, he displayed an amazing use of dynamics, ever building in volume even as he ascends and descends in his playing. To me, it feels like "Bad Ren" is bludgeoning "Good Ren" into submission. When "Good Ren" picks up the narrative again, he strips the music all the way back to playing only the bass notes, then he also begins a dynamic ascent, up to and including his only actual singing at the end of the section. The structure of what Ren is playing here gradually changes, from just the bass notes, to a two note sequence, then three, and finally a four note sequence with the last note being higher than all the rest. He adds this note at the mist hopeful part of this section, and that's deliberate.
The symbolism is also displayed in the video itself. The lights flicker when "Bad Ren" is speaking, to signify the unhealthy parts of Ren's mind. They are steady when "Good Ren" speaks, signifying a more "healthy" mental state. In the end, the lights flicker as Ren finished the song, showing how he has "relaxed" and learned to flow with the dance. Simply incredible!! His final masterstroke was to finish the song on a non-resolving chord...the battle continues.
I'm sorry if this was overly long, but I thought you might appreciate it.
God bless!!
What I see is not 'Good vs Evil' in Ren, but that the Inner Critic or Mirror has become pathological, this often occurs due to early development abuse, neglect, and the toxic messages we received. Ren calls it a 'Battle with his subconscious' or in the Jungian archetype would be the 'Shadow.'
The inner mirror is needed not to become narcissistic, but to gain a view from outside ourselves 'having me inside you to guide you Remind you to manage expectations Provide you perspective,' but a toxic version can be like the DnD Alignment Matrix.
At the 'News Flash' segment Ren's inner critic / mirror has gone full 'Chaotic Evil' on the alignment chart. Ren's struggle is with the toxicity, he has to tame the inner critic that's been poisoned. He states at the end 'we're a coin with two different sides' as he heals from the toxic parts of his 'Shadow.'
That's what Ren does - he let's you know you're not alone. As a fellow weepy female, loved seeing you lose it bc it IS SO POWERFUL! He perfectly expressed EXACTLY what it means to be human and I've been wrestling with that myself and I'm old enough to be both of your mom lol.
Also wanted to say I hope your health issues resolve themselves soon. 🤗
+1 follower. Here they are, the Renegades you called 😜 Hi Stacey, that was a wonderful and human response. My name is Sascha and I'm a 50 year old metalhead from Germany. Well stale and Nordic cool, but still makes me cry every time I hear this song. Ren has something for everyone, from rap to reggae and his own genre of bardcore. I recommend you watch something funny or something not so sad next, otherwise you'll get the wrong impression Ren is a sad guy 🥸 I recommend something from "The Big Push" (one of Ren's bands), e.g. I Shot the Sheriff ... (the one with 12 million views) or Warpigs. Stay strong, stay healthy, stay the way you are. I'm so happy for every person who rediscovers Ren and still gets to enjoy the whole catalog 😎
Welcome to the beginning of a growth and development cycle if you continue exploring Ren's path.
As for his other music, he raps, sings, duos, mixes, makes one takes, stories, poems, expressions amd plays an absolutely amazing guitar and some piano. He has a couple of amazing collaborators who work with him on his videos and has been part of a couple band, many of which you can see in recorded busking in Brighton (he grew up in Wales).
Others will fill you in with the forthcoming copy/pastes of his history amd such, but there's my casual introduction.
Ren changed my life. Quite probably he already changed yours.
Edit: wotu regard to precancerous cells, I know nobody wants to hear many scientific truths that aren't yet accepted by the mainstream, completely broken, medical system (I work in it, by the way), but I want to at least put a small thought out there for you. I dont know where your precancerous cells are, and yes, it makes a difference, but a great many modern cancers are tied to high insulin (and two other growth factors) due to our insanely high intake of sugar, processed carbohydrates and way, way too frequent eating patterns. 6 small meals a day is incredibly damaging to the human metabolic system, as is the vey high carb and especially sugar intake.
I could literally write a thesis, but I better stop. A doctor who is far more qualified than me to talk about it is Dr Jason Fung. Might I recommend The Obesity Code first if you want an overview of the problems we have in our food. Also, the Cancer Code may be something far more directly relatable tonyou, but it is pretty deep and complex.
In short, heal your body througj food, heal the 8 metabolic diseases connected to our food patterns, and specifically, keeping low insulin from fasting and/or low carb can be protective against cancer growth. That being said, some cancers are just assholes and dont come from this, they have just always existed or are from environmental thing, such as lung cancer. I am sorry if rhis triggers you. But I have made these food/eating changes and they completely changed my life. I wish i knew sooner
I will stop now and just enjoy your videos without pressing this again, I promise.
I was wondering when you would do a reaction to Ren. You've now witnessed the two best artists of all time, Ren and Pink Floyd