I agree with you and Ren 100% as an immigrant myself (Germany to the US). Ironically, I worked almost exclusively for businesses run by immigrant families: German, Polish, Jewish (Russian), Filipino and Hispanic. I also did construction work for several years with a Mexican work crew, the only "gringo" among them. I have to say that immigrants are some of the hardest workers I've ever encountered, willing to do the really hard and rough work that most people aren't willing to do. 🔥 reaction!
Let me quote Ren from another song "And the media, they love it when we hate each other 'Cause the money lines their pockets if you're not my brother" ❤
My interpretation was that sackman was the power elite, the ones playing the tune we all have to dance to. Ren is the revolurionary who has taken him hostage. He keeps trying to destroy the power elite but backs off when he recognizes his own culpability. He draws the eyes to make them see what they are doing, but as a result ,now sees the hostage as another human being. So he turns the mirror and then does actually burn himself like the monk. BTW, Ren is a huge Rage Against the Machine fan and i am old enough to remember the monk incident. The gasoline was olive oil and he got it in his eyes. This was Ren and Sam's 1st one take and it took 186 tries to get that one take over several days . They are under the Brighton pier. Trump was predident during this and the guitarist is Romain Axisa his friend, roomate for 6 years and lead guitarist for The Big Push
Back to front. REN represented "The establishment", Holding the Rope, Protected from "The rain" (Storm) by the Poncho . On the other hand we have Romain, "Blind" and literally "Playing along", but obeying commands ("STOP!") Romain is the population.... "Us" . UNTIL, "The population" gains awareness (Eyes) Then there's a choice. Either "Burn" the population (Which isn't possible) Or, with the "protection" (poncho) removed, "The Storm" arrives and the Establishment "burns" (Revolution!!) . If you take a step back and look around, "The Poncho" is being removed in the real world. . Btw, also ref the line from MG2 "Oh what a shame it would be .... I would die! (/s) if number 10 Downing Street (The Establishment) Burned in a fire (Followed by an even more sarcastic "Only joking.... I'm a peaceful Adolescent!".... really.... honestly)
Ren used olive oil at the end. He did over 100 takes. Can't imagine how much olive oil was involved. The guitarist is Ren's friend and Big Push bandmate Romain Axisa.
@@BBB_photography_adventuresI believe there were 183 takes over 6 nights, but they only had one chance for the oil. When the camera stays on Romain when Ren walks away to get the gas can, he was checking with Sam, who was watching a monitor behind one of the posts, to verify that the take was good before he committed pouring the oil mixture over his head. It was a mixture of olive and vegetable oils.
Why is there a knee-jerk reaction to have to clarify that someone isn't "against capitalism" whenever they criticize its flaws? Is it really so frightening to consider that maybe capitalism isn't worth the pain it causes? Are we so adamant that capitalism is the only way?
I’m commenting at the beginning of your reaction because OMG! I’ve watched the MG’s an embarrassing number of times and have also watched many many reactions to it and could never work out the significance of REN’s clothing choice in MG1. I’m colourblind, and had no idea that his clothing was green! Thank you for mentioning that, none of the other reactors I’ve seen have picked up on that and pointed it out. Makes such a difference to my understanding of what Ren represents in this. Thank you!
Now I've fully watched it, WOW that was a satisfyingly substantial reaction! It's really enjoyable to see you not only appreciating and enjoying Ren's work, but engaging with the ideas in/behind it. Top-notch work there, friend, mighty good stuff! Re drawing on the eyes: it occurred to me that maybe he's also saying that for all one tries to give others eyes, they still can't see... Can't wait for the other THREE parts!!! (including The Story of Eden)
It is beautiful to see how you become more and more confident in your reactions as you find out what works for you and what you need to create these in depth reactions and analyses. I appreciate that you are not afraid to speek your mind. It is powerful to see. Of course you will miss things, even tough you are very thorough. When art is deep with many layers no one should expect to get all of it at once. I love it how I can re-watch and listen to this music, be it by myself or through the eyes of different reactors and still find new meanings, points of view and masseges. And then there are all the easter eggs Ren builds into his lyrics and videos. You will discover more and more as you get to know more of his music. Thank you for your reaction. I am looking forward to the next one.
I remember, when the reactions to Hi Ren first blew up, how strange it seemed that people who sometimes still cannot communicate when they stand on their respective party political soap boxes, cannot hold a sensible conversation, found themselves commenting on the same songs, sharing the same thoughts, beliefs, and appreciation as each other. At some point I realised that the way I want to communicate when we do stumble upon something that is unfathomable to me, to ask why they believe that. With some I have a really interesting conversations, with others, talking about these things and being civil is enough. There are renegades who quite clearly hold beliefs that I find dangerous, as do I for them. But I know how kind and decent they were to others that they also don't know. The most important phrase for me in this song is 'there is no left, there is no right, and in the middle we sleep.' I really appreciate that you were open in your views, which seemed very sensible to me, and I just wanted to say that, should you get negative comments, responding with respect and seriousness instead of the spiteful and derogatory way that some of the dividing trolls want us to use, you can have some fascinating conversations. We are all here because music made by someone who cares touched us. By the way, Ren is a super rage against the machine fan. You'll find their echo in a lot of his work. Thank you again, also for not going the easy route.
My friend, you speak like a true Renegade. Compassion, love and unity, instead of greed, hate and division. Loved all your reactions so far, but this one is something else. Looking forward to 2 and especially the masterpiece that is Part 3. edit: Oh, and thanks for mentioning RATM. They were such a force, Zack voiced most of my concerns so vividly that I still get the chills, 30 years later... WAKE UUUUUUUUUUP! WAKE UUUUUUUUUUP!
Your thoughtful and emotive analysis was a pleasure to view. You bring a great deal to your reactions, and I always learn more than I thought possible after watching uncountable previous reactions to Money Game. You are in for such a treat with parts 2 and 3 yet to come. You may find you need a stiff drink or toke to calm yourself in the whirling aftermath of the trilogy.
I think you might be the first reactor that’s mentioned the greenish hue of the video. It very much reminds me of the green used in US money. After the eyes are drawn on it is the first time the ‘hostage’ reacts to what is happening. He sees the gas can and uses the guitar to block it making Ren’s character question.
Actually, the "sight" of the population effectively removes the "protection" of the Establishment and with the poncho gone, the system "resets" (Burns) It's about Empires ending and Revolution.
Agree! Drawing on the eyes enables the man to see, therefore, he defends himself when he sees Ren with the gas can. He couldn’t defend himself when he was smacked by gloves or “attacked” by Ren because he couldn’t see what was happening.
Wow, I've never seen a Reactor tying MG1 and The Tales together so well. But you are right, there seem to be recalls to the shame and the crime that Screech commited. Need to watch the rest of the reaction later, but a great start ❤
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Okay! You're indeed one of the best Ren's reactors because you take it on so many different levels. A feat of an American whose fellow citizens are so often only one level minded. Yes, Ren's truth touches on politics, social, economics and philosophy; wrapped in the most meaningful art package. It's also a feat to understand the white bag on the head in less than 45 minutes watching the clip for the first time. I think you were almost totally right at the end: this character is faceless, so it's everyone, at the same time actor (of the rhythm) and victim (from themselves). Ren draws on the head willing to open their eyes, then he places himself in front of this character to show him that all this is the same as a suiclde. I'm really looking forward to seeing your reaction to part 2 as it's my favorite of Ren's songs. Cheers! (subscribed now)
I am enjoying your reactions (to Ren) so much. You are one of the most honest and open reactors I've seen (and I have seen many). Keep going, I look forward to seeing many more.
Susan here. Loved listening to your perspective on this. Especially your thoughts about immigrants and how the raincoat represents the system and power. I wondered if the reason Ren changes his mind about putting gasoline on the person with the guitar is because he realises the system relies on the faceless people. Now that the faceless people have been given eyes to see the corruption and also to look into the mirror at their own part in the system the lies won't keep the ball rolling. Ren has no choice but to take off the raincoat and destroy the system that is no longer working. Maybe not seeing the system being lit up is because we still need something in place to help us all live together in meaningful ways. Loved how you utilised time travel for your reaction to this.
Thank you for being brave enough to stand up for human rights. I'm so tired of people conflating human rights and "politics" but you didn't shy away from kindness. I turned the bell on for you! I can count on one hand the number of times I've turned the notification bell on so thank you again.
I always have to marvel at the fact that Ren performs these live, start to finish. It may require a hundred takes, but the final release is a true one-shot video. Such amazing artistry and talent on everyone’s part. He’s got a great team of mates.
This is THE video where Ren and Samuel hit the atmosphere and dynamics exactly on point. Every nuance is strategically placed to evoke the unease we feel from the start. And we SHOULD feel uneasy about this money game.
Interesting observation about the monk on fire on the RATM album, Ren references RATM a few times, he also references the burning of wealth on an island in Scotland during the MG3 treasure hunt series, this was previously done by the KLF, they're worth reading up about, they share a lot of the same ideologies as Ren
Just discovered your channel tonight and I’m all in for your Ren reactions. Best reactions to his material that I have seen, and I thought I had seen them all. Keep exploring Ren!
Speak your truth brother (I haven't heard what your going to say yet) but the truth will set you free, different opinions should be shared and discussed, we should embrace this not fear it
Hopefully for Part 2, you do the official lyric video versus the Live version by the beach. The Official Lyric Video is far superior. Part 3 is something to behold.
The lyric video actually has 1 minute more to the song then the live version. So hopefully you will do the lyric video! If not, you'll probably want to go back and watch the correct one to get the entire song
A tip to help decypher the way Sam and Ren choose the camera frame. Each scene starts with a question, then when you deliver an answer it comes with another question.
[Written at start of reaction] Your Money Games experience is not complete without doing The Tale of Eden. it came out at the conclusion of the Money Game competition/social experiment leading up to the release of MG3, and it is absolutely brilliant. Surprisingly few reactors do it, and I'd argue it brings together and deepens the message of the MG series as well as standing on its own as one of Ren's very best creations!
Funny, I found Eden a wee bit "preachy". Perhaps, being older it affected me differently to younger generations? I enjoyed watching people navigate the competition. It was very cleverly designed and executed.
I don't see it as trying to create unity around a political or economic ideology, but rather creating a culture in which we can accept that others will have different beliefs from our selves. Where we can respect these differences and have reasonable discussions in which we try to empathise and understand each other. I feel this idea is at the centre of Ren's messaging.
@@marydelaney9113 There are SIX!! Hi Ren, Jenny, Screech, Sack Man, PigBae, and Parking lot attendant!! They're out of stock often, we got lucky and managed to get all 6!
8:30 Only malignant dictatorships get crazy. Benign ones can develop a healthy long term economy for its citizens, however, they are few and far between and hard to predict how the leader will be. I think, perhaps, Sinister is the word you were searching for earlier. Sinister with the gloves, with the baseball bat and the humming...
Now you have to do Ren’s video “Eden”. It’s almost like a fourth unofficial Money game. It came out one week after money game three and certainly is different than anything you’ve seen so far!
Great reaction. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and opinions, they matter and are important. Maybe we all should not be afraid to speak our thoughts.
This is just the first one. Can't wait for two and three! He is a genius! Masterpieces! He also performed #2 live at the Sky Awards. There is no one like Ren.
You could have done an economics degree and you would have got a first class honours 🙌 My degree was in Economics and Social Science, from a centrist (non partisan) university. Basically, the whole of this reaction video you covered nearly the whole of that curriculum... You'd already basically summarised Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and Identity impact on economics by 15min mark 🤗👏 All inspired by the literal one & only Ren! Really enjoyed hearing your opinions - thank you!
The ending: at first, aiming his anger at the faceless masses, he then realizes he’s as much a part of the system as anyone else. Hypocrisy and self-awareness play a running theme in his material.
I think the hood (money bag + rope) means that you are an unaware part of the money game. He, without the hood, is the truth-teller. After he tells the truth, he opens the eyes of the unaware slave of the money game, and when he is about to end him, he realises he is just a victim, and that the only way of remaining “unhooded”, to stay honest , not to be a part of it, is self-destruction. With the symbolism of the monks, that was intended (REN references Rage against the Machine in Dumb King Come)
Ren pointed the mirror at himself to inspire us all to reflect on our actions. Notice how when he’s moving the head of the captured, he is mirroring those movements. At the same time the hooded figure represents the greedy, but once he opens their eyes, and consequently his own by looking into that mirror, he realises he is part of the money game too, so what right does he have to blame and punish others? Just to mention a few of the layers and interpretations cause Ren is a fucking genius with depth 😅
Love your reaction. If it makes you feel better, this is the deepest of the 3 .... well to me. Ren does refer to America when talking about things... He does it a lot in Crucify Your Culture, an older song.
It's definitely one of Your best-articulated and most touching and thought-provoking Ren-reactions! Love it! If I could, I'd subscribe again for You :)
Love your reactions and after seeing the comments in MG2 I applaud you for keeping your cool. Some people are just so narcissistic! Keep up the good work and don't let the bad apples get to you 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💕
There is also Crucify Your Culture, which is the precursor for all of the MG Series. It's a very Ren take on capitalism. MG 1 - Ren gives us eyes to see - Romaine can't "fight back" until he has eyes and allows Ren to see what he's doing to Romaine Axisa (the guitarist and former roommate of Ren's. A fantastic artist in his own right - worth a rabbit hole as well). Romaine was also a member of The Big Push. If you don't know about The Big Push yet, lucky you, yet another rabbit hole to explore. There's the busking sessions and the actual studio album "Can Do Will Do" which has my favorite The Big Push song "Icarus", which has a HILARIOUS BTS video that is worth the watch after the Icarus video. Ren's solo in Icarus is impressive but the BTS will make you belly laugh. The Sheep reference triggered a Ren moment - most folks "count sheep" to sleep - in an IG reel Ren, as a Welsh man, says he can't count sheep because it causes certain hardnesses that don't allow one to sleep. 😆😆😂😂🤣🤣😆😆😂😂 Ren does some RAM references.
Ok I took some times to start this one since it's... On the longer side ^^ But man I'm glad I took the time. Not even 1 minuts into money game part 1 and you already figured the begining of part 3 (Ren under the bag) that's some impressive level of insight ^^ Then you proceed with a deep analysis on, well on everything actually. While reaveling a little more about yourself in the process. And again the depth of your analysys is crazy, more precisely, the speed at witch you achieve such depth of analysisis nuts to me. You mental an moral "Muscles" makes you a beast (in a good sense) in that regard as far as I'm concerned.
Oh billy, you are gonna effin' LOVE part 3, ha! And I'm sure you've read this comment enough to get aggravated, but LYRIC VID for part 2, ha! If you wanna be a completist, you can do the live version of part 2 right after, but it's just the last half of the song.
Another superb reaction. Once you've been through the rest of the Money Game journey, I suggest you check out "Animal Flow" - it's lighter but has a quirky musicality which a jazz musician like you should appreciate.
You are an absolutely beautiful human being thank you so so much. I flipping loved this reaction especially that you spoke truth and spoke about love. Things exactly what REN’s music is about. Thank you for kicking homophobia off your channel… it’s your channel you do what you want- thank you for standing up against hatred! I love this. ❤️ I can’t wait for part 2! Much love from the UK.😊xxx
Also (comment part 2!!) what I pick up time and time again in his music, ren is ready and willing for things to be burned (commercial fame, fans of a particular wealth/political view… etc) for the sake of speaking his truth and standing up for what he thinks is good, loving and right. I love that about him. (And anyone else who fights for those things and is willing to be unpopular for the sake of justice, love and dignity for all!!) 💪🏻😊xxx
This one took 136 attempts over 3 days with zero budget, in an area that's open to the public but very cold, loud and smelly to get this one take. It's vegetable oil and something like fruit juice mixed that he pours on himself.
Brilliant reaction 👏. You remind me of my school days studying literature, breaking down Animal Farm by George Orwell, which is one of Rens favourites, funnily 😅😅. Ren is exceptional, isn't he ❤
I dont understand the need to leave negative comments. Dont like someone or something? Just leave... dont need to comment on it. Think you handled it how you needed! Love your videos!
Every time anyone brings up Quang Duc I like to point out that 160 Tibetans, both monks and lay people, have self immolated since 2009. These are RECENT protests, but apparently unless they're on the front cover of an album it appears their sacrifice is for nothing... Very sad fact.
No, I would never rob a store. To this day my kids will eat wild green because we foraged for food to make ends meet. ♥ We have become so accustomed to our way of living we forget we are in the top 8% of the worlds living standard. Even the poorest of us! Look around the home and see if you can find something you made from scratch...bought nothing to make it either. We can't. Everything we have came from people that scratch the earth for clay, metal, gems...for our pleasure. Remember the song "There's a hole in the bucket?" We owe the world so much more than we give. My home is humble, but I am so very richly blessed. Can't wait for part 2 & 3
Respect. Note that I don't believe (hmm, trying to remember...did I? either way, this is my perspective) I said that people rob would per se but that it becomes a much more difficult choice.
@@A-AronReacts if my babies were starving and the system oppressed the poor more than they do today, damn straight I'd rob to keep them alive. In America, at this moment, there are plenty of services to help with necessities but we have to maintain that safety net or desperation will hit and that will impact the rich whether they want it to or not.
As a counter point, there are many places in the world where there literally aren’t any wild things available to be foraged for survival. Every person’s situation is unique and personal, and others don’t always have the same options available to them that we might assume they do.
Politics is an invention, it all comes from peoples' ideas, did I mention (IYKYK) ;-) Can't wait for your reaction to Part III - my fave of the trilogy. My fave Ren piece is 'Seven Sins' - please react :)
👏👏👏I can't remember anyone catching on to the symbolism as quickly as you did and get all of it. I'm sure you probably realized this, but Ren talks about being blind quite a bit here. An additional symbolic meaning to drawing the eyes shows that he wants us to see what's going on, like you said, to critically think. Ren has said that capitalism creates innovation and that there are positives and negatives to all monetary systems of government. Also, this is me speaking, Independent media is also biased. They lie as well, often by omission. The full picture, the truth, doesn't make money, people are no longer interested. These content creators, independent media & "journalists" need to make money to survive as well. 😐
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I agree with you and Ren 100% as an immigrant myself (Germany to the US). Ironically, I worked almost exclusively for businesses run by immigrant families: German, Polish, Jewish (Russian), Filipino and Hispanic. I also did construction work for several years with a Mexican work crew, the only "gringo" among them. I have to say that immigrants are some of the hardest workers I've ever encountered, willing to do the really hard and rough work that most people aren't willing to do. 🔥 reaction!
Let me quote Ren from another song "And the media, they love it when we hate each other
'Cause the money lines their pockets if you're not my brother" ❤
Sorry but your joy deserves a separate comment. I love how much you love this.
28:31 wow i can see how Ren has inspired you to use your platform to unite and love other people. This makes me so happy 😁
My interpretation was that sackman was the power elite, the ones playing the tune we all have to dance to.
Ren is the revolurionary who has taken him hostage. He keeps trying to destroy the power elite but backs off when he recognizes his own culpability. He draws the eyes to make them see what they are doing, but as a result ,now sees the hostage as another human being. So he turns the mirror and then does actually burn himself like the monk. BTW, Ren is a huge Rage Against the Machine fan and i am old enough to remember the monk incident. The gasoline was olive oil and he got it in his eyes.
This was Ren and Sam's 1st one take and it took 186 tries to get that one take over several days . They are under the Brighton pier. Trump was predident during this and the guitarist is Romain Axisa his friend, roomate for 6 years and lead guitarist for The Big Push
Back to front.
REN represented "The establishment", Holding the Rope, Protected from "The rain" (Storm) by the Poncho
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On the other hand we have Romain, "Blind" and literally "Playing along", but obeying commands ("STOP!")
Romain is the population.... "Us"
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UNTIL, "The population" gains awareness (Eyes)
Then there's a choice.
Either "Burn" the population (Which isn't possible)
Or, with the "protection" (poncho) removed, "The Storm" arrives and the Establishment "burns" (Revolution!!)
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If you take a step back and look around, "The Poncho" is being removed in the real world.
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Btw, also ref the line from MG2
"Oh what a shame it would be .... I would die! (/s) if number 10 Downing Street (The Establishment) Burned in a fire
(Followed by an even more sarcastic "Only joking.... I'm a peaceful Adolescent!".... really.... honestly)
Ren used olive oil at the end. He did over 100 takes. Can't imagine how much olive oil was involved. The guitarist is Ren's friend and Big Push bandmate Romain Axisa.
I believe the oil scene was only done once he only did it once he was happy with the performance
So that is what 1000 bottles of baby oil is for......??!!😉😂
@@BBB_photography_adventuresI believe there were 183 takes over 6 nights, but they only had one chance for the oil. When the camera stays on Romain when Ren walks away to get the gas can, he was checking with Sam, who was watching a monitor behind one of the posts, to verify that the take was good before he committed pouring the oil mixture over his head. It was a mixture of olive and vegetable oils.
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Be honest...
At some point you thought
"Mmmm... Ren... Oilve oil.... Ren....."😉🤭
Just FYI, Ren is not against capitalism. He's against the corruption within. I believe he said that in the Knox Hill interview.
Why is there a knee-jerk reaction to have to clarify that someone isn't "against capitalism" whenever they criticize its flaws?
Is it really so frightening to consider that maybe capitalism isn't worth the pain it causes?
Are we so adamant that capitalism is the only way?
Your reactions are exceptional. Thank you for speaking your mind, speaking up for kindness and caring for other humans ♥️🎶
I’m commenting at the beginning of your reaction because OMG! I’ve watched the MG’s an embarrassing number of times and have also watched many many reactions to it and could never work out the significance of REN’s clothing choice in MG1. I’m colourblind, and had no idea that his clothing was green! Thank you for mentioning that, none of the other reactors I’ve seen have picked up on that and pointed it out. Makes such a difference to my understanding of what Ren represents in this. Thank you!
Now I've fully watched it, WOW that was a satisfyingly substantial reaction! It's really enjoyable to see you not only appreciating and enjoying Ren's work, but engaging with the ideas in/behind it. Top-notch work there, friend, mighty good stuff! Re drawing on the eyes: it occurred to me that maybe he's also saying that for all one tries to give others eyes, they still can't see...
Can't wait for the other THREE parts!!! (including The Story of Eden)
“For all one tries to give others eyes, they still can’t see”
Brilliant!
It is beautiful to see how you become more and more confident in your reactions as you find out what works for you and what you need to create these in depth reactions and analyses. I appreciate that you are not afraid to speek your mind. It is powerful to see. Of course you will miss things, even tough you are very thorough. When art is deep with many layers no one should expect to get all of it at once. I love it how I can re-watch and listen to this music, be it by myself or through the eyes of different reactors and still find new meanings, points of view and masseges. And then there are all the easter eggs Ren builds into his lyrics and videos. You will discover more and more as you get to know more of his music. Thank you for your reaction. I am looking forward to the next one.
I remember, when the reactions to Hi Ren first blew up, how strange it seemed that people who sometimes still cannot communicate when they stand on their respective party political soap boxes, cannot hold a sensible conversation, found themselves commenting on the same songs, sharing the same thoughts, beliefs, and appreciation as each other. At some point I realised that the way I want to communicate when we do stumble upon something that is unfathomable to me, to ask why they believe that. With some I have a really interesting conversations, with others, talking about these things and being civil is enough. There are renegades who quite clearly hold beliefs that I find dangerous, as do I for them. But I know how kind and decent they were to others that they also don't know.
The most important phrase for me in this song is 'there is no left, there is no right, and in the middle we sleep.' I really appreciate that you were open in your views, which seemed very sensible to me, and I just wanted to say that, should you get negative comments, responding with respect and seriousness instead of the spiteful and derogatory way that some of the dividing trolls want us to use, you can have some fascinating conversations. We are all here because music made by someone who cares touched us.
By the way, Ren is a super rage against the machine fan. You'll find their echo in a lot of his work. Thank you again, also for not going the easy route.
My friend, you speak like a true Renegade. Compassion, love and unity, instead of greed, hate and division. Loved all your reactions so far, but this one is something else. Looking forward to 2 and especially the masterpiece that is Part 3.
edit: Oh, and thanks for mentioning RATM. They were such a force, Zack voiced most of my concerns so vividly that I still get the chills, 30 years later... WAKE UUUUUUUUUUP! WAKE UUUUUUUUUUP!
Your thoughtful and emotive analysis was a pleasure to view. You bring a great deal to your reactions, and I always learn more than I thought possible after watching uncountable previous reactions to Money Game. You are in for such a treat with parts 2 and 3 yet to come. You may find you need a stiff drink or toke to calm yourself in the whirling aftermath of the trilogy.
I think you might be the first reactor that’s mentioned the greenish hue of the video. It very much reminds me of the green used in US money.
After the eyes are drawn on it is the first time the ‘hostage’ reacts to what is happening. He sees the gas can and uses the guitar to block it making Ren’s character question.
Actually, the "sight" of the population effectively removes the "protection" of the Establishment and with the poncho gone, the system "resets" (Burns)
It's about Empires ending and Revolution.
@@rogerstarkey5390 in your opinion.
Agree! Drawing on the eyes enables the man to see, therefore, he defends himself when he sees Ren with the gas can. He couldn’t defend himself when he was smacked by gloves or “attacked” by Ren because he couldn’t see what was happening.
I think you made a good choice by recording them back to back so you get the flow through all 3 at full impact.
Looking forward to your review of MG3
Wow, I've never seen a Reactor tying MG1 and The Tales together so well. But you are right, there seem to be recalls to the shame and the crime that Screech commited. Need to watch the rest of the reaction later, but a great start ❤
Okay! You're indeed one of the best Ren's reactors because you take it on so many different levels. A feat of an American whose fellow citizens are so often only one level minded. Yes, Ren's truth touches on politics, social, economics and philosophy; wrapped in the most meaningful art package.
It's also a feat to understand the white bag on the head in less than 45 minutes watching the clip for the first time. I think you were almost totally right at the end: this character is faceless, so it's everyone, at the same time actor (of the rhythm) and victim (from themselves). Ren draws on the head willing to open their eyes, then he places himself in front of this character to show him that all this is the same as a suiclde.
I'm really looking forward to seeing your reaction to part 2 as it's my favorite of Ren's songs. Cheers!
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I am enjoying your reactions (to Ren) so much. You are one of the most honest and open reactors I've seen (and I have seen many). Keep going, I look forward to seeing many more.
That minor major chord switch observation you made is a really, really good point! Didn't spot that until you pointed it out 👌
As a gay person, i just want to say thank you for standing up to homophobia. It's appreciated.
Thank you. It's just sad that we live in a world where it is even required
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I love how deep you get into the meaning of Ren's song. Thank you for being yourself. I appreciate you.
My FAVORITE line in this- "Irony is imminent"
"All animals are equal, but some are more equal than others"
(Written as a critique of Communism, but now SO applicable to Capitalism?)
Susan here. Loved listening to your perspective on this. Especially your thoughts about immigrants and how the raincoat represents the system and power. I wondered if the reason Ren changes his mind about putting gasoline on the person with the guitar is because he realises the system relies on the faceless people. Now that the faceless people have been given eyes to see the corruption and also to look into the mirror at their own part in the system the lies won't keep the ball rolling. Ren has no choice but to take off the raincoat and destroy the system that is no longer working. Maybe not seeing the system being lit up is because we still need something in place to help us all live together in meaningful ways. Loved how you utilised time travel for your reaction to this.
Easily missed detail is guitarist eyes are opened and then can see the can which is then “blocked” by the guitar/music.
@@mikesimpson1866 I thought of the guitar being used to block the oppressive system is how music helps us do this.
Thank you for being brave enough to stand up for human rights. I'm so tired of people conflating human rights and "politics" but you didn't shy away from kindness. I turned the bell on for you! I can count on one hand the number of times I've turned the notification bell on so thank you again.
I always have to marvel at the fact that Ren performs these live, start to finish. It may require a hundred takes, but the final release is a true one-shot video. Such amazing artistry and talent on everyone’s part. He’s got a great team of mates.
This is THE video where Ren and Samuel hit the atmosphere and dynamics exactly on point. Every nuance is strategically placed to evoke the unease we feel from the start. And we SHOULD feel uneasy about this money game.
Interesting observation about the monk on fire on the RATM album, Ren references RATM a few times, he also references the burning of wealth on an island in Scotland during the MG3 treasure hunt series, this was previously done by the KLF, they're worth reading up about, they share a lot of the same ideologies as Ren
Just discovered your channel tonight and I’m all in for your Ren reactions. Best reactions to his material that I have seen, and I thought I had seen them all. Keep exploring Ren!
Speak your truth brother (I haven't heard what your going to say yet) but the truth will set you free, different opinions should be shared and discussed, we should embrace this not fear it
Echoed a lot of my personal thoughts about this overlooked masterpiece. Great reaction and breakdown ✌️
Honestly one of the better analysis of mg1, keep up the good work 👏 👏
Ren speaks the truth o just hope people are listening. Remember to get .a different out come we must.make a change 😅
It’s a pleasure to watch you react to Ren with such emotion and seeing him ignite your passion. 🖤
Hopefully for Part 2, you do the official lyric video versus the Live version by the beach. The Official Lyric Video is far superior. Part 3 is something to behold.
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The lyric video actually has 1 minute more to the song then the live version. So hopefully you will do the lyric video! If not, you'll probably want to go back and watch the correct one to get the entire song
This is the best advice! Everyone does the lyric video!
Luckily I did it! I don't recall if I just landed on it or made a choice but regardless, glad I got the correct one
The beach one isn't the whole song. It's just the seashells part. But it IS worth watching, after the lyric video. It's quite beautiful.
I thoroughly enjoy your interpretations and input. Every time I identify with it more.
wow, you pick up on lots of points I missed. It's like unwrapping a gift.
Thank you and Thanks Ren.
What a great reaction, thank you for taking so much time with this!
"Why is the victim covered in white"
It's a Money Bag.
You will continue to see and understand why we are so passionate about ren and his art.
Lovely reaction! Ren, has named Rage Against The Machine as one of his inspirations. Cheers.
You give some really interesting reactions, love how you interpret what you’re seeing and hearing. Thank you, looking forward to the next one :)
Loved your reaction. The man is spitting truth and he communicates so well thru his words and imagery. I love it🖤
Thank you for this amazing analysis. You put into words what I feel the song is about .
A tip to help decypher the way Sam and Ren choose the camera frame.
Each scene starts with a question, then when you deliver an answer it comes with another question.
[Written at start of reaction] Your Money Games experience is not complete without doing The Tale of Eden. it came out at the conclusion of the Money Game competition/social experiment leading up to the release of MG3, and it is absolutely brilliant. Surprisingly few reactors do it, and I'd argue it brings together and deepens the message of the MG series as well as standing on its own as one of Ren's very best creations!
i'd second this, Eden add a whole other level of depth to the MG series
That competition was INSANE!! Absolutely loved it, hope he does something similar again!!
I came to say this.
Funny, I found Eden a wee bit "preachy". Perhaps, being older it affected me differently to younger generations?
I enjoyed watching people navigate the competition. It was very cleverly designed and executed.
@@payntpot7623 totally agree!!
I don't see it as trying to create unity around a political or economic ideology, but rather creating a culture in which we can accept that others will have different beliefs from our selves. Where we can respect these differences and have reasonable discussions in which we try to empathise and understand each other. I feel this idea is at the centre of Ren's messaging.
You are absolutely amazing. Brilliant reaction!
Him setting fire to himself is, saying it starts with me. Change starts with me
Sack man is Romain Axisa. I know he's called sack man, because we have the figurine Ren sells! 💜
Lol, I should probably wait until the video is over to answer questions!
There's a figurine?!
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There's a whole range on his merch store
@@marydelaney9113 There are SIX!! Hi Ren, Jenny, Screech, Sack Man, PigBae, and Parking lot attendant!! They're out of stock often, we got lucky and managed to get all 6!
In Ren's store, RenMakesMerch
stunning reaction. Thanks!
27:16 it was at this moment I realized I wasn't subscribed - subbed!
Excellent reaction and analysis!
Thank you for such a great reaction and commentary! To use your words, Preach brother!
8:30 Only malignant dictatorships get crazy. Benign ones can develop a healthy long term economy for its citizens, however, they are few and far between and hard to predict how the leader will be.
I think, perhaps, Sinister is the word you were searching for earlier. Sinister with the gloves, with the baseball bat and the humming...
One World. One Future. God Bless.
Now you have to do Ren’s video “Eden”. It’s almost like a fourth unofficial Money game. It came out one week after money game three and certainly is different than anything you’ve seen so far!
Money bags over the head tied by a noose. (Blinded by money) great react can’t wait for 2 and 3! I hope you know 2 is a lyric video
I love your analysis. You are a lot of fun to listen to. ❤❤
No one is ever truly ready for the Money Game. 😂
Great reaction. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and opinions, they matter and are important. Maybe we all should not be afraid to speak our thoughts.
I'm loving your reactions, you do frequently bring a new perspective. Enjoy the journey! Much love from Wales UK.💚
This is just the first one. Can't wait for two and three! He is a genius! Masterpieces! He also performed #2 live at the Sky Awards. There is no one like Ren.
Hello from Germany
Good reaction
There is so much more ❤
Thank you for your political rant! It's all so true! Kudos to you for speaking your mind. I'm there with you!
Great reaction I love how the money game series sparks conversation ❤
So if ren is the bad guy (which i love) then the end he turns against it the only way he can make a difference. Just a thought.
Looking forward to this ride
Reign. Reign. Reign. Reign...
I know it's not what he sings... But it fits too.
You could have done an economics degree and you would have got a first class honours 🙌
My degree was in Economics and Social Science, from a centrist (non partisan) university. Basically, the whole of this reaction video you covered nearly the whole of that curriculum... You'd already basically summarised Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and Identity impact on economics by 15min mark 🤗👏
All inspired by the literal one & only Ren! Really enjoyed hearing your opinions - thank you!
The ending: at first, aiming his anger at the faceless masses, he then realizes he’s as much a part of the system as anyone else. Hypocrisy and self-awareness play a running theme in his material.
Money doesn't make people evil, the love of money does.
I think the hood (money bag + rope) means that you are an unaware part of the money game. He, without the hood, is the truth-teller. After he tells the truth, he opens the eyes of the unaware slave of the money game, and when he is about to end him, he realises he is just a victim, and that the only way of remaining “unhooded”, to stay honest , not to be a part of it, is self-destruction. With the symbolism of the monks, that was intended (REN references Rage against the Machine in Dumb King Come)
Great analysis.
Looking forward to your take on number two, which, unlike a lot of RENegades, is my favourite.
great breakdown and reaction as ever friend
Ren pointed the mirror at himself to inspire us all to reflect on our actions. Notice how when he’s moving the head of the captured, he is mirroring those movements. At the same time the hooded figure represents the greedy, but once he opens their eyes, and consequently his own by looking into that mirror, he realises he is part of the money game too, so what right does he have to blame and punish others? Just to mention a few of the layers and interpretations cause Ren is a fucking genius with depth 😅
Love your reaction. If it makes you feel better, this is the deepest of the 3 .... well to me.
Ren does refer to America when talking about things... He does it a lot in Crucify Your Culture, an older song.
It's definitely one of Your best-articulated and most touching and thought-provoking Ren-reactions! Love it! If I could, I'd subscribe again for You :)
Love your reactions and after seeing the comments in MG2 I applaud you for keeping your cool. Some people are just so narcissistic! Keep up the good work and don't let the bad apples get to you 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💕
New sub here😊 thanks for your honest reaction❤
There is also Crucify Your Culture, which is the precursor for all of the MG Series. It's a very Ren take on capitalism. MG 1 - Ren gives us eyes to see - Romaine can't "fight back" until he has eyes and allows Ren to see what he's doing to Romaine Axisa (the guitarist and former roommate of Ren's. A fantastic artist in his own right - worth a rabbit hole as well). Romaine was also a member of The Big Push. If you don't know about The Big Push yet, lucky you, yet another rabbit hole to explore. There's the busking sessions and the actual studio album "Can Do Will Do" which has my favorite The Big Push song "Icarus", which has a HILARIOUS BTS video that is worth the watch after the Icarus video. Ren's solo in Icarus is impressive but the BTS will make you belly laugh. The Sheep reference triggered a Ren moment - most folks "count sheep" to sleep - in an IG reel Ren, as a Welsh man, says he can't count sheep because it causes certain hardnesses that don't allow one to sleep. 😆😆😂😂🤣🤣😆😆😂😂 Ren does some RAM references.
I would add that you should watch the live version of MG2 at the Sky Arts award show.
Ok I took some times to start this one since it's... On the longer side ^^ But man I'm glad I took the time.
Not even 1 minuts into money game part 1 and you already figured the begining of part 3 (Ren under the bag) that's some impressive level of insight ^^
Then you proceed with a deep analysis on, well on everything actually. While reaveling a little more about yourself in the process.
And again the depth of your analysys is crazy, more precisely, the speed at witch you achieve such depth of analysisis nuts to me. You mental an moral "Muscles" makes you a beast (in a good sense) in that regard as far as I'm concerned.
Thanks so much ..glad you enjoyed it! I dropped part 2 last night. I recorded 3 but not sure I'll have time to get it out today or tomorrow
If I wasn’t already subscribed you would’ve definitely gained a follow from me after your commentary on this one. I truly enjoy your reactions
Oh billy, you are gonna effin' LOVE part 3, ha! And I'm sure you've read this comment enough to get aggravated, but LYRIC VID for part 2, ha! If you wanna be a completist, you can do the live version of part 2 right after, but it's just the last half of the song.
Preach brother
Another superb reaction. Once you've been through the rest of the Money Game journey, I suggest you check out "Animal Flow" - it's lighter but has a quirky musicality which a jazz musician like you should appreciate.
Great reaction! ❤❤❤ ... and new Sub
You are an absolutely beautiful human being thank you so so much. I flipping loved this reaction especially that you spoke truth and spoke about love. Things exactly what REN’s music is about. Thank you for kicking homophobia off your channel… it’s your channel you do what you want- thank you for standing up against hatred! I love this. ❤️ I can’t wait for part 2! Much love from the UK.😊xxx
Also (comment part 2!!) what I pick up time and time again in his music, ren is ready and willing for things to be burned (commercial fame, fans of a particular wealth/political view… etc) for the sake of speaking his truth and standing up for what he thinks is good, loving and right. I love that about him. (And anyone else who fights for those things and is willing to be unpopular for the sake of justice, love and dignity for all!!) 💪🏻😊xxx
We are all hostages to the money game
looking forward to your next drop :D
after jenny and screech? yeah you're ready!
This one took 136 attempts over 3 days with zero budget, in an area that's open to the public but very cold, loud and smelly to get this one take. It's vegetable oil and something like fruit juice mixed that he pours on himself.
It took 136. Maybe 138. From Sam's mouth.
@@ZephyrsLoki Thanks for the correction :)
@@audivawalsh2983 Yay, a nice person! You're so very welcome! 💜
Brilliant reaction 👏. You remind me of my school days studying literature, breaking down Animal Farm by George Orwell, which is one of Rens favourites, funnily 😅😅. Ren is exceptional, isn't he ❤
I dont understand the need to leave negative comments. Dont like someone or something? Just leave... dont need to comment on it. Think you handled it how you needed! Love your videos!
❤back again loved it again❤
Every time anyone brings up Quang Duc I like to point out that 160 Tibetans, both monks and lay people, have self immolated since 2009. These are RECENT protests, but apparently unless they're on the front cover of an album it appears their sacrifice is for nothing... Very sad fact.
No, I would never rob a store. To this day my kids will eat wild green because we foraged for food to make ends meet. ♥
We have become so accustomed to our way of living we forget we are in the top 8% of the worlds living standard. Even the poorest of us! Look around the home and see if you can find something you made from scratch...bought nothing to make it either. We can't. Everything we have came from people that scratch the earth for clay, metal, gems...for our pleasure.
Remember the song "There's a hole in the bucket?"
We owe the world so much more than we give. My home is humble, but I am so very richly blessed.
Can't wait for part 2 & 3
Respect. Note that I don't believe (hmm, trying to remember...did I? either way, this is my perspective) I said that people rob would per se but that it becomes a much more difficult choice.
@@A-AronReacts if my babies were starving and the system oppressed the poor more than they do today, damn straight I'd rob to keep them alive. In America, at this moment, there are plenty of services to help with necessities but we have to maintain that safety net or desperation will hit and that will impact the rich whether they want it to or not.
As a counter point, there are many places in the world where there literally aren’t any wild things available to be foraged for survival. Every person’s situation is unique and personal, and others don’t always have the same options available to them that we might assume they do.
Politics is an invention, it all comes from peoples' ideas, did I mention (IYKYK) ;-) Can't wait for your reaction to Part III - my fave of the trilogy. My fave Ren piece is 'Seven Sins' - please react :)
👏👏👏I can't remember anyone catching on to the symbolism as quickly as you did and get all of it. I'm sure you probably realized this, but Ren talks about being blind quite a bit here. An additional symbolic meaning to drawing the eyes shows that he wants us to see what's going on, like you said, to critically think. Ren has said that capitalism creates innovation and that there are positives and negatives to all monetary systems of government. Also, this is me speaking, Independent media is also biased. They lie as well, often by omission. The full picture, the truth, doesn't make money, people are no longer interested. These content creators, independent media & "journalists" need to make money to survive as well. 😐