When you said you were holding back your emotions during screech all I could think was "man, you are fucked". Hugs to your past self.

Chief: "I'm ready for part three, I'm ready for violet" Me: "No you're not, no one can be" Ren is just pure gold. A bard. A true bard.

I was married to an abusive man and the way Ren pulls you in with all he has (voice, guitar, acting, knocking on doors, etc) which makes you feel scared, nervous, sad, and very emotional…as a survivor of physical abuse, he gets you pretty close to how it feels to be a scared young woman getting beat up. I’ve never seen anything like this or heard anything close to the brilliance of this young man. It’s also nice to see a young man like yourself embracing your emotions. It helps me to feel like maybe the younger generation hasn’t succeeded in trying to cover up their emotions by pretending they don’t have any. Thanks again!

As someone pointed out to me, its crazy how deep the song goes. Jenny grew up and inherited her mothers tendency to stay silent and freeze up, whilst Screech inherited his father's propensity for violence, and their story ends how it starts, laying side by side, but this time one street apart

One point I haven't seen being conveyed is what Jenny does. She's a 14 year old girl, that walks the streets of London for 1000 times, in high heels... Her age is hidden during her tale, presented as a young woman, but then you understand she's Screech's age, 14 year old girl... the amount of layers you can thought through this trilogy is mesmerising. Thank you Chief for your reaction, absolutely loved your metaphore of the forest on Hi Ren. Cheers from Portugal!

I love it when reactors let their emotions show. This was a beautiful reaction. 😍

"okay okay I'm ready"... NOPE, you just think you are.

It ain't waffle when you're talking truths. Ren has the ability to make you feel. You don't hear the music, you feel it, every fibre of it, even the uncomfortable stuff, ESPECIALLY the uncomfortable stuff. If you're going to Download this year I'd be happy to waffle with you in a clearing and talk about how we got there.

I'm not crying...You are crying... Ren is just fking amazing!

You know a guy is elite, at writing, singing, performing, when he has the reactors in stunned silence. Sensational. Generational. Big love to Ren

The forest metaphor is actually one of the most profound things I've heard to be honest mate! Very well said, Sendin' love from Newcastle 🤘

Ren fans tend to be awesome! He respects his fans, so we tend to respond accordingly Thanks for the reaction!

I'm here for the waffling. I'd watch the original (for the hundredth time) if I didn't want to see what you thought, and felt, about it. If the emotion overtakes your ability to commentate, well that's an indicator that Ren's artistry is truly something on another level

Chief - “I’m ready for part three.”. Me - “buckle up. It’s gonna be a rough ride!”. Ren is a master story teller and this trilogy is an absolute work of art. Challenging, visceral it leads us down a dark road with twists and turns right to the very last word.

I think your reactions are genuinely some of the best on the entire damned inter web. Your emotions are so evident from beginning to end and yeah. You’re a joy to watch. Especially experiencing something as profound as Ren.

You’re feeling empathy, compassion. That’s REN’s gift to all of us.

I am in canada and when he moves here to get his help I will protect him with everything I have. Ren is so special and your takes are great I love how you are not scared to show your emotions. I cry every time om both hi ren and violets tale. I've watched them probably like 200 times but as you say they do something to you and are really special. Thank you for being real

I keep coming back to your Ren reactions because it’s so nice to cry with company, you know? These songs get me every time. I love that you actually listen to the lyrics and story, and also catch all the deliberate and subtle artistic touches- use of space for audio and visuals, etc. and that you are so genuine in your response. ❤ Thank you!

You're the first reaction that I've seen that spotted him using the stairwell for it's acoustics.

Chaucer comes to modern day London; individual tales much like Canterbury Tales that intertwine. The genius and intellect of Ren is mesmerizing you never want his storytelling to end. My favorite Minestral or bard as he refers to himself. His musicality is of the highest standard. I am so fortunate to have discovered this ARTIST in the true meaning of Art. Subscribed because I enjoyed your reaction to HI REN. You're deeper than you give yourself credit for; stay safe.🙏🏻🇺🇸🇬🇧

The words your looking Ren creates a Greek tragedy in Shakespearian form. He always sets the stage, has a beginning, a middle and ties all up in the end. Brilliant and compelling.

Ren is a bard in the best of ways.

Love your reactions. I always thought part of Jenny freezing (“don’t look at me”) is she saw her own face in him.

As Ren says, we must not forget we are human beings, and you mate, are not afraid to show human emotions.

I love the "waffling" it is you being you. Great reaction and great video

Not at all bored. And we're kind of the same, we're both lovers of strange, especially when it is magnificent strange.

Don’t sell yourself short. You are a fan just like us because you “get it” & understand his incredible talent. Great Reaction❤

Great reaction video, thanks! I was really touched by the sincerity of your heartfelt appreciation for the Hi REN viewers & comments. May all the comments of your future videos be filled with positivity and kindness ❤

love your reactive man. I met Ren in Calgary just the other day. He is the most genuine person I've ever met so sweet. Thanks for such a great video.

You’re SO right - Blind Eyed does expose Ren as a freaky dude and it’s magic because it allows him to do things, from moving his mouth in an odd way, or putting a weird look on his face, that would make other people uncomfortable because it’s “not done.”

I only found Ren at the end of last year, he is such a crazy talented man. Thanks for showing your true reaction, keep up with the waffle, it shows how much his music touches you 😊

Wahhhh, you got me again Chief. 😭 He's not a musician he's an artist. A genius. He's the modern day Shakespeare, without an over exaggeration. That was a masterpiece. 👌

Weird people aren't weird, they are honest, true to themselves and don't conform to societal norms to blend in. Freethinking, with the courage of your convictions and a willingness to converse is only weird to vapid sheep. Keep up the great and honest work.

This is performance art at its finest. Nothing I’ve ever considered uttering before. Groundbreaking…

Violet’s breaks me every time I hear it. I know what happens but it still so emotional

Crazy that Violets Tale is one camera shot

We appreciate you! Love going down the Ren Rabbit Hole! Keep playing him. His catalog is huge and every song is different and amazing. Ren is not in any genre out there. Ren is a genre that others will try to copy but will never reach his immense talent.

I knew you'd get emotional watching Violet's Tale judging by your earlier reactions. I love that you're so sensitive and appreciative of Ren's talents. As for 'f*** a duck' ... 😂 too cute...

I didn't know what I got myself into the first time I listened to the tales. It hit close to home as I could have ended up like Violet. Just made me realize once again that sometimes it's not just okay to run away but absolutely necessary

“Do you think I wanna do this Violet”? gets me EVERY TIME!!! Serious subject obviously needs more attention thank you Ren! Thank you Chef for your AMAZING reactions Hunan as it gets sir! “We must not forget that we are human beings”! Plus waffles are GREAT!❤😊

I think you use 'wierd' to mean transixed, gripping, umissable, riveting, unpredictable all mixed up together - pure genius

This was another wonderful, heartfelt, genuine reaction. Channels like yours are a treat. Having been a total recluse for more than 13 years now, this is the closest thing I can hope for to sharing my passion and love for certain artists with others. Thank you, and God bless.

I loved how in the first two, you broke down everything you heard and assembled the pieces into your view of the story's progression. Very engaging for me as my anticipation built toward seeing the same done for Violet... Where you would have all the pieces of the puzzle to see and feel the complex experience he performs as a whole. It's partly a picture where he gives you clues and details along the way, but words can only be seen and felt clearly when you have the context and circling history. Why had 14yo Jenny walked those streets a thousand times before in heels and makeup? To appreciate the depth, you need to step back and take it all in. Only then can you see the miracle Ren even mentioned, that the cycle in this tragedy broke itself! History repeated itself out of existence. Ouroboros choked on It's tail! The chain of violence, illness, silence and stillness was broken when two of its links spontaneously mutually annihilated each other. Two sides of one family curse knotted together the loose ends of its legacy.

These 3 songs, are in my opinion, prob the best storytelling in the world. Genius! also, subscribed..

I was mainly metal myself for years but I think you would be surprised at how many of us are interested in music outside of our comfort zones now lol I like anything with feeling and a meaning nowadays Sir. Ty for another reaction!

You're easily one of the best, most genuine reactors out there.

Thank you for this reaction. I doesn’t feel so weird to watch a music video and bursting into tears which I did at the same part…Violet’s stairs.

That cake analogy for Ren's work was such a perfect way to describe it

Love this stuff . It reminds me of a Mideivsl Troubadour singing a modern version of Chaucers Canterbury Tales . Brilliant!!!

"Divergent" is good way to refer to something as weird. Love your reactions, Chief. We would all love to see you react to more ren.

I'm a chef and 42 yr playing Metal guitarist...Im with you.100%.. This dudes got something different.. He's REAL... Thank you for this post even though youre sick..much lobe from Cleveland Ohio

I've been addicted to watching Ren reactions, as a way to share the experience I've had discovering his music. Yours have been my favourite so far. Good work man!

I love your reactions. Ren is one of a kind. I saw him reply to a reactor that he calls this style “Bardcore”, which I thought was so cool.

Dont worry about the tears man, they tell their own story and you are not alone with that response. Ren's work is just so honest it grabs you from start to finish and captivates you. I have not been so spellbound with full on attention to music since Dylan's Blood on the Tracks... this is as good.

Thanks for your videos man, they're deeply appreciated! Wishing you a continued recovery mate! Yeah 'Hi Ren' has such a huge impact on so many levels and its great to go on this discovery of his music from that too. These tunes are so powerful.

First found him 3 years ago and push for all to listen to him. So happy he's being seen recognized just amazing. First thought when I heard him, I imagined that is what Bards of past did as they passed from town to town!!!! He is a true Bard

Please don't apologize for "reacting" Isn't that what reactors do? I love your waffling 😊 💜

The guy... is absolutely mesmerizing.

Thank you for your rawness in reaction . Yes, we meet in a clearing and listen and feel together🫶🏻

Man, your reaction made the hairs on the back of my neck stand up just as they did the first time i listened to it. You are obviously an honest and eloquent man, I look forward to more reactions from other artists also.

He is story telling, you feel it in your soul. Stay blessed 💙

Ren and his talent is unique, singular and brutally honest...

He is a true musician no neat box just his imagination and incredible talent.

Absolutely love your insight and reaction. Ren is new to me but I find he has a beautiful way of pulling the humanity out of people. It’s amazing to see how with a handful of lines he can introduce 3 characters and make you care for them so much you can experience true loss. I think we could all use to be reminded a little more of our humanity before we lose sight of it completely.

I think what truly makes REN A TRULY DIFFERENT ARTIST is that he is an extremely intentional artist in all aspects(Lyrics, Videography, Costume, Vocalization & Tonality, Cadence, Body Language & Facial/Micro-expressions, Lighting, Acoustic Instrumentality, Narrative Skills). He is so exquisitely intricate, meticulous & intentional about every single facet of his art from top to bottom, from start to finish, from idea in his beautiful mind to the beautiful minds like yours that do reaction vids lol It’s almost scary how a single human can do this and not just like once but like consistently. It’s Dope but almost alarming haha I just got hip to Ren about 3 months ago so I am still getting through his catalog. You can’t really binge his music back-to-back like most other artists. You have to listen, absorb, listen again, absorb more & then sit with what you’ve extracted from that specific piece of artistic expression and then move on to the next piece. He’s just that type of artist really just that type of human being from my limited understanding🤷🏾‍♂️

You are such a warm and genuine person. Watching these reactions with you is like sitting with a supportive friend, and I appreciate you! This is gonna sound a wee bit weird but since I discovered your channel I have been rationing it so I don't watch them all in one night because reactions like this are a rare treat. Thank you! And have a big hug! ❤

Never apologize for a real reaction and thoughts. I loved it!

Wow. I hadn't heard this one to the end before; reminds me of "King Park" by La Dispute. Just, British 😅 His delivery and vocals are absolutely amazing. I'm not generally fond of guitars because they're sharp and jarring to me, but in these performances, that jarringness is perfect. No other instrument would do. I've never thought of Ren as weird, perhaps because I'm weird myself and just register him as "normal" 😂 What makes him so powerful, to me, is his raw, honest, heartfelt authenticity. It's a rare quality.

Ren is just pure gold. And you are too !

I found your channel through your reaction to "Hi Ren". It's your realness and obvious personality that has kept me coming back. I've dove deeply down the rabbit hole of your videos. I feel now like I'm watching a friend. Wanted to share my view on why Ren affects so many people in various & deep ways. This will probably be convoluted, I hope it makes sense. Ren is a once in a generation multi talented genius. He is our Paganini, our Mozart, our Vivaldi. He is a Bard, a gleeman*, of immeasurable depth & talent. I believe he is all of these things in part, because his talent for music & words comes from a place of honesty. He has spent his life, as young as he is, perfecting his musical abilities. While at the same time, he has Lived. Capital L lived. Illness, it it physical or psychological that is experienced for many years and survived changes the prospective & view a person has on life, and everything it encompasses. *Gleeman: a medieval wandering musician who performed songs or recited poetry with instrumental accompaniment.

Ren is Bardcore. Ren pulls you right into his world, it's never just a song. It's one hell of a rollercoaster! I hope you're over feeling unwell, it can suck. Looking forward to hearing your reaction, I'm subbed ❤. By the way, being yourself, being open to new experiences and letting yourself both feel and express emotions. That's Metal!

I adore you. You do the thing with your hands that I do when I'm trying to ground myself. I've never seen that before. You certainly get it.

You are such a sweet geniune person i love you took time to thank your supporters you are AMAZING and we love when you waffle lol

Some pieces of art need the waffle. 🧇

Great reaction again fella. The last time I felt really emotional about music that told a story was in 1979 with Pink Floyd's The Wall, (that's right, I'm a crumbly old geezer). Ren is a drop of pure water in the cesspit that music has become over the years and I thank him for it; and you for becoming a champion of him and other unseen artistes on you channel. Raw emotion is a great thing. Keep doing what you do buddy!!

WEIRD is attractive WEIRD is refreshing WEIRD is a taste of danger WEIRD is what real people are made of Thanks for being weird, and this reaction was simply refreshing. Thanks Chief! May I suggest to you Benjamin Tod doing Using Again (reaction or not) I think you will enjoy this. Keep up the brutal honesty which makes your reactions so different and enjoyable from others who feel like they have to act all insane just to get views. I officially subscribed today!

Great reaction made it all the more captivating, if that's possible

We not only need everyone to hear Ren, we need a play written by Ren.. he captures you and you want more

Rens music seems to bring out the best in people.

Great comparison with a cake! Appreciate your sincere raw reactions, man!

A true artist ! He paints an incredible picture switching between characters and his musicianship and vocal ability with awesome dynamics more than sells his performance ! He is brilliant !

You are the cutest thing. I absolutely love the vulnerability in your Ren reactions.

New sub. Came from your last Ren video. What a lovely guy you are! I'm a bit late to the party having just discovered Ren myself. The trilogy of Violet, Jenny and Screech is a work of art - what a talented man Ren is and I loved your honest reaction ✌

Being called weird is a compliment. People say I'm weird. I like weird stuff. I'm drawn to weird people, too. Weirdness should be embraced in my humble opinion. Be different, be odd, be unique. Don't be a sheep, be the shepherd with that oddly shaped walking stick. I don't have words to describe Ren, I can only say he touches my heart. He peels away all the unimportant, superficial stuff, and slams you in the gut with realism. Just genius.

Great reaction … I get what you’re saying … your mind is trying to process the mastery and it leaves you speechless!

Violet v violence. Patricks not home, his girl is busy. Yep. Violets tale was written later but set in 2005. Jenny and screechs tale was written in 2019. 14 yrs later.

Honestly, choking on what words to say is something I find is the norm when listening to Ren, his work us a masterpiece and everyone I know including me always struggle to even put words together nevermind saying how ut made us feel after listening, he's truly unique and you can feel his passion, and the way he uses the guitar to play the going back in time and forward in time beats, and how he uses it as the punching noises, damn, Ren is an actual genius

I went through the exact rollercoaster of emotions, as you said, he pulls you into this story... he is just a pure genius... the Bard of our days...

I have been following Ren for years, and he is a musical genius. You are my favourite Ren reactor, your reactions are so heartfelt. I love your reactions so much, you inspired me to go to your gofund me page and subscribe to your channel!

Well done man for getting through it! As Ren says: "we must not forget we are human beings". We all feel the same things. And tears are a part of what makes us. They never break us. Hope you don't get any youtube strikes for the fucks - but hey it was real! We all know Ren is a genius and we all know you are human.

sick boi just released '') and its fkn brilliant

Bro, your such a nice chill dude. It’s a pleasure watching your reactions

Thank you, really amazing!! 💜

I felt totally the same way as you did when I first watched it. Loved your reaction. Being so real in this day and age is rare.

Ok you actually said that so well. Ren does have this ability to make you visualize his story and I think that’s why his videos are more minimalist. He wants you to see and feel the story and yes, he does it soooo well. Thank you for this reaction from one of your weird friends. Love and hugs! 🫶🏼

Awesome reaction mate . Great insight.

Love your empathic reaction! Thank you! Keep on going!

Bro you're cool asf, lolz, you've nothing to worry about, you're a character and your reactions are genuine, win win. Looking forward to more.

listened to those 3 song for at least a hundred times in the last few months since i discovered it. Still ends with chills and tears.

You aren’t waffling. We are all here to here your words! All of them!