Great reaction. “Hi Ren" is the song that put Ren on everyone's radar since December; it went viral and has garnered more than 5 million views since its debut, but he has been creating great music for more than ten years. Ren’s music videos are generally recorded live, often in a single take, although not necessarily the first take, and from various camera angles. His release, "Sick Boi," is almost another chapter to "Hi Ren." Many of his songs resonate with people because he addresses struggles that many others face every day. Ren plays multiple instruments (acoustic, electric, and bass guitar, piano, drums), has impressive vocals, is an excellent storyteller, and is quite the philosopher and poet. He is considered by many a modern bard. His trilogy "The Tale of Jenny/Screech/Violet" is haunting and has an unforeseen conclusion. It needs to be watched in the order given, as this is the flow of the storyline. It is another example of Ren’s genius and a master’s class in storytelling. It has been likened to a Shakespearean tragedy. Ren’s collaborations with Chinchilla (“Chalk Outlines,” “How to Be Me”) are beautiful and showcase his singing voice while addressing mental health. His live music videos are especially impressive. Ren's personal reflections are threaded through many of his songs; "Insomnia," "Depression," “Diazepam," “Penitence,” “Dear God,” “Heretic,” “Dominos,” his "Freckled Angels" album, just to name a few, all deserve a listen. His song "Money Game" (Part I & II) is another recommendation, although it is less of a personal song than it is an indictment of greed and the resulting injustices in this world. Ren’s Hip Hop/Rap style songs are all worth checking out if you enjoy this genre; they are pretty amazing. Check out “The Hunger,” “Genesis,” “What You Want,” “Losing it (FISHER rap retake),” “Right here, right now (Fatboy Slim one shot retake),” "Life is Funny," “Love Music (1, 2, and 3),” “Crucify Your Culture,” “Power,” and his latest release, “Bittersweet symphony (The Verve retake).” His performances with Sam Tompkins (“Blind Eyed,” “Earned it /Mans World / Falling,” “Walking on the Moon), Eden Nash (“Humble,” “Ocean”), Bibi (“Crutch,” “Ahiahiaoha”), Molly McKinna (“Penitence”), his former bandmate, Romain Axisa (“French Song”) are all great. Ren's performances as a member of the band "The Big Push" (which unfortunately broke up), their busking (street performances), concerts, and their live recordings, are awesome and well worth checking out. Ren's covers of "I Shot the Sheriff," "Wade in the Water," "An Englishman in New York," “War Pigs,” the songs "Oh My Woman," “Swan Song,” "War Pigs," "Sweet Little Lady," "It's Alright," "Watch Out," and so many others are equally impressive. Ren recently released his single, “Sick Boi.” In anticipation of his stay in Canada for more treatments, Ren prepared some music ahead of time to be released over the next six months that he expects to be gone. As mentioned above, his latest release, “Bittersweet Symphony (The Verve retake),” is another masterful work.

Here is some additional information on Ren's story, in case you didn't already know. I gathered it from an old newspaper interview and Ren's livestreams and posts where he discussed his condition. Ren Eryn Gill is a British musician; born in Wales in 1990 or ‘91 (depending on which source you cite), he grew up in Brighton. Ren pursued a career in music from an early age. In 2009, while studying music performance at Bath Spa University, he began to experience health issues and was struggling to attend his lectures. In 2010, he was signed by Sony Records and was working on an album when his health deteriorated to the point where he was unable to continue and subsequently dropped by Sony. Ren's illness often kept him in bed for up to 23 hours daily. Ren was initially misdiagnosed with depression, bipolar disorder, and chronic fatigue syndrome, which lead him to experience psychosis. It would take seven years before a doctor in Belgium finally correctly diagnosed Ren with autoimmunity, Lyme disease, and resulting damage to the brain, organs, joints, and PTSD. Ren eventually underwent stem cell therapy in the United States, which improved his health, but it has not been a cure. Ren is currently in Canada for more treatments, including surgeries, and will have to be there for at least six months (Summer of 2023). Ren's Canadian doctor discovered that Ren also developed a condition called Mast Cell Activation Disorder, which has affected the myelin sheath in his brain, his thyroid, adrenals, as well as his bones/joints. Ren stated: "It's a lot to wrap my head around having to be away from friends, family, and a successful career, and almost feels like a total juxtaposition to the fact that my music is blowing up right now and spreading to all corners of the world, but that's life, we take the good with the bad." Let's keep supporting Ren and not pull a "Sony" on him as he undergoes his treatment. Check out and subscribe to his channel, listen to some of his earlier work, like and comment on his performances, and let's lift Ren's spirits. If you are a believer, pray for him. Ren is an artist with something to say to this generation, and his work is needed in these troubling times. Here is the link to Ren’s GoFundMe page to raise money for his current treatment. www.gofundme.com/f/ren-get-better-from-lyme-disease-and-autoimmunity

I'm so glad you got to this one. The emotion and vulnerability in this track moves me to the verge of tears every time I hear it. Especially the last section when he begins singing "So, cower at the man I've become, while I sing from the top of my lungs!!!" So powerful. Love y'all. Three!!!

I know hi Ren is the popular viral video going around right now, but he has so much amazing content to check out of various styles. It's a really fun rabbit hole. Great reaction too by the way!

This was a great reaction. First time viewer and an instant subscriber. There is a lot I can say about this video and this amazing young man. At 17 he was bitten by a tick and contracted Lyme disease. It was misdiagnosed for 7 years and being told that it was all in his head prescribing psych meds. Lyme disease is a horrible thing causing massive amount of physical problems and untreated absolutely creates extreme mental health issues. He is in Canada right now receiving treatment for it. This is an real young man going through unimaginable things. He puts out videos on Instagram of his journey through the medical process. Now, this masterpiece.... This was an incredible dramatic piece put to music. But, the thing that I find most remarkable about this. Isn't the incredible guitar work, lyrics that leave zero doubt what he is trying to convey, the way he embodied each side with his voice and music or even the amazing message at the end. It's the effect that it is having all over the internet. I literally sat for 4 plus days watching reactions to this song. The most beautiful and wonderful thing is happening. I have seen reactors as well as people in the comments section coming forward with stories about their own personal struggles and how they are coping each day. This is so relatable to people in all walks of life. We all have inner struggles and demons that we have to go through. Whether it's doubt, self esteem, addiction or mental health issues. Because of that people are finding a connection in an unexpected place. Each other. People are reaching out saying that they felt alone in their battle. To find an amazing amount of people saying that exact same thing. Proving the point, a falsehood the way no words can. I think that with this one song he has proven his own words true. He IS a genius and the waves that he is creating are tsunami in scale. He is also the best storyteller I have ever come across. You have to check out his trilogy of tales. Jenny's, Screech's and Violet's tale. They must be done in order or just the Tale of Jenny and Screech full. Be warned though, they are a bit rough. So, I have gone on and on and on enough. This was great. Thank you. Will be here waiting for more.😸

Really great reaction Guy's! 😜👍🔥 A lot of reactors don't actually react to this, they just stare at the video, with their mouths open! 😜 He was misdiagnosed for 10 years. Now he's in Canada for treatment. He has a triology that's a theatrical performance. Jenny and screech, and violets tale. It'll blow you away too. ❤️

13:21 the look on your face, the way your eyes close and a stifled little smile appears on the lips, as you think “he can sing? He can really fucking sing! Wow!” and the emotion washes over you. That’s what I’m here for!! Hi Ren is almost like a religious experience for me at this point and I’m becoming more and more evangelical about it. I’ll keep an eye out for when you do The Tale of Jenny and Screech.

You guys have joined my playlist of reactors that actually understand what he’s saying when he says “some people know me as the voice that you hear when you loosen the noose on the rope.” I need to start giving out awards. Because that line kills me every time.

Ahh yes!! I was waiting for you to react to Ren 💚 And I love how you switch the image through the video to make comments and react, thats a pretty cool effect. Much love to you both Vinnie and Becka 💚

"i just want to watch it again and again and again" I really feel you there. This must be my 20th reaction vid at least.

I've watched tons of reactions to this. You're the 1st to bring up the periphery bar. Great reaction.

Ren related, pick anything, I'll be here for it

"is that Ren"? that made me laugh out loud, don't know why also great reaction to Ren and your affection to each other was heart warming❤

Yours is maybe the fortieth reaction I've watched to this song. I can't get enough of listening to "Hi Ren," and your reactions were along similar lines to my own. I just subscribed because you're relatable, and I appreciate the tenderness of your own relationship on display. Best wishes on your imminent wedding!

one of my favorite reactions of hi ren. thank you so much for this! love seeing people feeling all the emotions behind

"This is going to be a story of his life, I bet." Wow! Quite the prediction. If you ever stop doing reactions, you can be a fortune teller! The video hasn't even started yet and I'm smiling. More later... You two both REALLY connected with this... it was very obvious. I particularly liked how you called out the 4th wall reference. Most don't pick up on that, and certainly not with the clarity and perception you showed. You thanked your viewers for the recommendation. I thank YOU for a great reaction. I was also impressed when you thanked Ren. Class act!

Choo Choo. The reaction train 🚂 stops here 🤣 Glad you guys bought your tickets to the Ren show. It's a multi part show. Buckle up Much love for the channel 🙃 great reaction too!

Amazing reaction guys! (Why is it so satisfying to see people reacting almost identically as oneself? 😆) Loved it!

It's a pleasure, watching people who get Ren's art enjoy and appreciate it. You two are on the same wavelength. I'm glad you found each other. Best wishes.

I've seen it many times; it's the only song I've ever actively watched for reactions TO. It's a bittersweet masterpiece. I personally feel EVERYONE should watch it, we NEED this so badly. It REDEFINES sanity; in creating a dance between your "angel" and "devil" to move you FORWARD without being owned by either. I was at once both fascinated by his initial guitar piece and desperately wanted to FEED HIM. A side effect of tick bites is the inability to digest animal protein. They need to work on that. Keep this genius with us. They didn't realize all the possible side effects of tick bites and were only treating his symptoms. Thank you for your reactions! It is somewhat difficult to not just STARE IN AWE, breaking it down is great, but takes some serious focus!

I enjoy seeing youtubers getting their minds blown with musical art. I have listened to a couple hundred HI REN reactions and look out for newer youtubers,and you got a new subscriber in me. Keep doing what ya doin. KEEP MOVING FORWARD. 🤜🤛 SHARING IS CARING

I love, love, love your very real reactions. Now I know why your channel has that name. Subbed. Love your work guys xox

Such a brillianly constructed song/ Video! I love the way he shows he can play the guitar and sing before the doubt in his head kicks in. Then he tries to fight off his demons, thinks he can keep them under control, but looses the fight. Just so beautifuly done the way he takes back control, stands on his own two feet, and sings from the top of his lungs! Then the guitar and singing for joy goes to proove that he's won over his complexes and is back in control, and ready to make some music! The spoken word is made for everyone, get it?

Please do more Ren! So many masterpieces!!

I totally vibe with you guys. Subbed. See you for some more Ren, I hope! His entire catalog is breathtaking.

I follow other reactors. I listen to Linkin Park and Chester keeps me alive as i suffer from Chesters exact childhhood. I found Ren this month. I found you from this song. Ren is helping greatly but let me tell you that your reaction has just sparked me to face my abuser. Im going to take another step forward. Thank you Ren and you 2 as well !

Such an awesome reaction. You two are amazing. Thank you for the uplifting kiss for each other at the end. Others will share a lot re: Ren (be sure to find out about Lyme disease) - his story and more recent music… but when 🕣 please go back further to when he was busking with theBIG Push - love their versions of Marley’s I Shot the Sheriff and Wade in the Water/Nina Simone. 🤘🏼🎧🤟🏼

If you want a Ren song that will give you more than "just" the chills, listen to Ren ft Chinchilla, Chalk Outlines. (live) Where Hi Ren gives you skin chills, Chalk Outlines will give you soul quakes...

Guys, one of the best reaction and I have seen hundreds! :) Loved seeing you enjoying this gem! You're late, you got a lot of catching up to do with Ren... Check his videos with Chinchilla, with his busking band The Big Push, watch them all and enjoy! You're in for a treat!

Great reaction. I’ve watched hundreds for this song and you got it right from the start. 🖤🤘

Subbing, been watching Ren reactions for weeks! Love him. You should hear him busking in his home town! All of his stuff is good.

I stumbled on you two going down the James Blunt rabbit 🐇 hole. I love the reactions of both of you. Because you can tell how you feel with songs & respect the lyrics. Keep pointing out the real artist like you do. Because real moving artist these days are rare. Enjoy you both. Can’t wait to watch Blunt & Iam duet.

Love your reaction! You're both sharp, you figured out quickly by the 3rr-4th (periphery vison) verse what this is about. You won't believe quite a good number of reactors who doesn't get it until 3/4th of the way and some doesn't get it even after the end. Anyway, appreciate a lot your input so that I was able to get additional perspective from this masterpiece of a performance/music art!

You're the winners! You "got it" the quickest. I'm going to move on now and watch the next reaction to HI Ren. What a blast watching you guys. You look like a great couple too. I gotta watch that pendulum don't hit me in the head

Check out Jennys Tale, Screechs Tale, and Violets Tale in THAT order. Do it all in ONE video. They all go together… it’s important to do it together…it will floor you and your audience! I just discovered your channel, you two are amazing! Wonderful vibes and you do Eyedea, my favorite artist of all time!

Awesome!!! Ive watched many reaction videos of this song and this is the best. Seeing ur reaction and shock as the song progressed was really refreshing instead of just sitting there saying nothing thru the song. Great job. Ill be subscribing now. Thanx for this!!

And this is recorded fully live!!

He is a genius. An absolute phenomenal talent.

2 of the few reactors who were actually impacted by the "the voice that you hear when you loosen the noose on the rope" line.. good on you, thumbs up..

Hi Guys. Got to say Your reaction and ability to read the messages in Rens phenomenal performance is the best I've seen in a first time viewing ... and I've seen quite a few after going down the Ren Rabbit hole. Really impressive. You got a new subscriber. Hope You'll get around doing his trilogy of tales as well !

13:24 your reaction when he started singing was all of us. Like “wtf he sings too?!?!?”

I've watched a lot of reactions to "Hi Ren" since I discovered it, but your reaction is one of the best! I love this..great job! New sub here.

I hope all these Reaction Channels are Subscribing, liking and commenting ON RENS PAGE. Lots of KZfaqrs are getting views off Rens talent. EVERYONE NEEDS TO SUPPORT REN DIRECTLY.

That girl has been through some $#!+, you can see it in her eyes as she watches. We got you, sis. Glad you're in a better place now. ❤️

That was so cool to watch that curveball hit you right between your eyes!

I like the way you move the window for each “voice”. This video, like many of his videos is shot in one take! Very underrated genius.

Amazing reaction both! New subscriber here. Welcome to the wonderful rabbit hole that is the music of Ren. He has the ability of the bard of old, to reach out grab your emotions and shake you to the core.

Watched this reaction of yours a few times now. This is probably my favourite hi ren reaction.

Thanks for the great reaction guys. I loved it and appreciate your work!

Ren sounds like me having conversations with myself in my car, there's more than one person in there, I have some health issues, and ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, idk what else I have I may have to doctor to see what interesting stuff they come up with.

Jenny and Screech’s tale (full). (Includes Violet’s tale) is great for hearing Ren - “Bardcore”. Good reaction.

"wanting to see it more" is why i found you! awesome, nice to meet you and all my hopes to you and yours.

I have watched Hi Ren, and reactions and his back catalogue every day since I first came across this song. It is on a totally different level. I haven't responded to other reactors, but in your case, you both had a reaction which was really close to my own reaction, and I could tell you got it almost right away, and you became emotionally invested and focused on his every word. Watch IN ORDER (very important) The tale of Jenny and Screech, and then Violets tale, for another wild ride.

Watch it again , again and again, that is how I feel. Great review.

That was a real and honest reaction. Sometimes less words can mean more and you can tell you were genuinely taken aback by that piece of art.

Great reaction video. Probably watched thirty by now. I think my favorite part is the long silence at the end when you're trying to digest so many emotions. So good.

I don't know but at like 10:22 when you both got your minds blown. She grabbed your hand and said "You wanna go back?". I want to find that kind of relationship that gets my vibe watching this insane artist who is so unbelievably talented for the first time. You should make a t-shirt of that silhouette in monochrome colors as she grabbed your hand with the biggest smile as a print. With the aforementioned catchphrase. I just came up with free merch ideas just like that

Good art makes you think about the art; great art makes you think about your life.

Game over? No. Game on. Loved every second of this reaction. Powerful stuff. Thank you!

Such a genuine reaction from you both, I would recommend Chalk Outlines ( live ) that he performs with ChinChilla, so powerful.

Bloody good reaction I loved it, Ren was biteen by a tick quite a few year ago and has been suffering from Lyme Disease as we speak is being treated for his condition through donations on gofundme. This is my first that I got introduced to Ren, but I knew Ren's stuff without realising it, from his busking days, like I shot the sheriff and this is a man's world, but his best storytelling is yet to come with the tale of jenny and screech look out for the full version which is a trilogy of, Jenny's tale, Screech's tale, and Violets tale, and a twist in the storytelling too. He did a cover recently to the verves bitter sweet symphony which is awesome, money part 1 & 2 are outstanding, as well as Genesis, look forward to you diving down Ren's Rabbit hole of songs, much love from the UK 🤘🤘❤️🤘🤘

Great reaction- I too was left speechless the first time- The trilogy is a good follow up - Thank you and much love

I'm Sub'd to you guys now. hands down one of the best reactions out there. It's f'n great when you get reactors who truly listen and hear his bars and understand every word coming out of his mouth. This is a bloody fantastic rabbit hole your about to explore because this boy is not only an incredible story teller using a style people have coined (Bardcore) as in like a modern day "Bard" from medieval times + delivering "Hardcore" stories. For a true taste of this, i suggests that you react to "The Tale Of Jenny & Screech". It consists of 3 stories, each are preformed in a single continuous, one shot, single camera take. Very compelling! Then you can start diving into his RnB Jazzy/Pop fusion songs like "Chalk Outlines" or his Thought provoking raps on today's society like "The Money Game part 2" which in my view, is radio worthy now. When that's done you can start on his REAL RAP. If you're a real fan of hip hop and rap then you'll love; what I call Ren's Beast Mode, reacting to "The Hunger" or "Genesis" both touching upon his struggles and another beast of a rap that he recently released his remake of "Losing It" which will blow your mind. Cheers and thanks!

Thank you guys. I was touched the first time I saw this and it gets me every time. Love to you both.

Loved your reaction

One dude on acoustic guitar. Wow remarkable!

loved your reaction to this, very raw and honest. keep it real 👍

One of the best reactions to this piece of art I've watched.

"I just want to watch it again and again." Well, join the club. I watched one reaction and 3 days later i still haven't watched all of them yet.

Watching Hi Ren in reverse image is so weird! Nice reaction.

I subscribed because I love the reaction and I adore and love Ren! I have Lupus and I have had it for 23 years and I got it young so I feel this so much! 4 of my organs are involved now. I know. So I try to enjoy every day that I can. Mentally and physically I can relate to Ren, watching and listening to this genius storyteller has been some of the best medicine I have had in a long time! I’m not sure I have ever seen a storyteller like this. He can sing, rap, storytelling, play guitar, bass , piano, acting, and so much more what genre? He says Bard core. I say Genius and can you react to The Tale of Jenny and screech full version or Ren x Chinchilla Chalk Outlines both are great! Chalk Outlines is stunning and Jenny and screech is great storytelling! I can’t wait to see you react to Ren again no matter what it is! You can’t go wrong!

I love how Ren brings to life even reactors:) Great work guys!

I love the way she close their eyes when him start to sing... Its a moment of pleasure.. En donde uno afloja la tension y puede disfrutar de una buena melodia cn una buena vos.. Saludos desde argentina.. Nice reaction

I love when reactors are speechless ---- that means the music is speaking to them

Great reaction ❤️ more Ren please ❤️

The part that stands out to me after about 50 watches is, "I'm Temptation and I'm immortal. Oh yeah? Well I'm hope and I'm eternal. We are a coin of different sides!" Ren is a MASTER with writing and musical expression! OBVIOUSLY people will request the Jenny, Screech, Violet trilogy in on video take because it is so good and unique also. There is nothing NEW here with this song I'm requesting but if you are going down a Ren "Rabbit Hole" NO ONE has reacted to this reggae cover of "I Shot the Sherriff/ Road to Zion" by the band he started and recently split with called "The Big Push". kzfaq.info/get/bejne/q7mVdtiDmpfWlZ8.html

This is art of transcendent beauty and an *important* song. Artists often struggle with imposter syndrome. There’s a movie starring Olivia Munn called “Violet” that rings of this and was a transformative experience for me… just as this song also resonates. As a person who’s never been able to escape negative self-talk, *realizing* that you can exert the strength that destructive voice questions-strength that you *know* you have-is sooo important. It takes time to push past the negativity-to make your own voice stronger, but if anyone out there is struggling with this, please please please *know* that you can do it. *Know* that I believe in you… but you don’t need me to-just like you don’t need the shroud of doubt that feels first of protection and then as a prison. You are *stronger* than that voice. You are stronger than you can *possibly* know… until you push back with softness or aggression-your choice.

Yep Ren is finger picking and also using Nylon acoustic guitar strings and that gives the E string he's plucking pretty hard that sound you're talking about. If he used any other type of acoustic guitar string the sound wouldn't be as pronounced. Be strong his guitar with the nylon strings on purpose to add that extra layer and it worked because you and alot of other reactors who aren't guitar players have pointed that out. It's awesome you picked up on it Becca.

Wonderful reaction! Thanks!

Hey guys, new sub here. I loved your reaction! Thanks for checking out Ren ❤️

Awesome rapper omg must watch losing it super fast rap ❤❤

Hi Ren demands multiple viewings. My OCD kicked into overdrive and I've seen it like 30 times in the last three days-at least. Enjoy.

You guys caught things I haven’t noticed after 10 viewings.

Yall are fantastic most of his songs I've h3ard are amazing....again great great reaction

Definitely check out Ren's track "Losing it" The song is hip hop on steroids!! you won't believe it's the same guy🤯🔥🤯🔥🤯🔥

I hate to quibble. I appreciate your reaction. It's just that I am a theater designer and there are subconscious cues in the placement of objects that are affected by the reversal of the image, making it less impactful. In a case like this it should not be altered. Just for future reference...😘

Great reaction. This is Ren's masterpiece, and whoever made the video alongside him deserves a shout out

"If you can change your perception you can change your reality." 🤙

🔁🔁🔁🔁 loopit “thank you for sharing your life” 🔥💪

Y'all killed this reaction!!!!!!!!!! Great job!!!!

'I just want to watch it again and again and again' - yep, that's what happened to me too, about a week deep into nonstop hi ren mode.

Please try Ren x Chinchilla Chalk Outlines live. Its stunning!

Totally right, very relatable. Awesome.

Watching this flipped is bugging me out. He's been giving copyright permission to reactors so it wasn't needed. Oh well. Good reaction. Sub Conscious Ren - the light is behind him, so his face is in the dark, the lights flicker when he speaks and he strums his guitar more aggressively. Patient Ren - the light is in front of him brightening his face, lights are calm, no flickering, and guitar strumming is smooth and melodic.

Please react to his masterpiece that is a trilogy of 3 songs woven together to make a mind blowing story..The Tales of Jenny and Screech (FULL)...which includes the 3rd one ,..VIOLETS tale...MUST be watched in that order and together..

The "instrumental" sound you're hearing and referring to is from the strings. He's using nylon strings for this sound which sounds great here!

Have a look at Swan Song with his band The Big Push 🙂

The thing you said about periphery and deep being was amazing. Not heard anyone else say that, and, believe me, I have watched a ton of reactions

Jump down the rabbithole guys, Ren is something else...

Loved the reaction, Thankyou. Please react to Jenny’s tale full version. Have a beautiful week