Can confirm, had chlamydia then subscribed, chlamydia is now gone.

The best thing about this song is hearing it for the first time. The next best thing is watching others hear it for the first time.

Stages of watching Hi Ren: This looks creepy Guitar sounds nice Oh he’s singing Will the whole song be like this? Here’s the beat Ok he’s rapping now This guy is scary Now he seems nice Oh I see what he’s doing This is interesting This is intense The mean guy is a jerk This is INTENSE Make it stop I haven’t blinked or taken a breath in 2 minutes Go Ren! YES! OOO-OO-OO-OO-OO-.. I need some time to be still…

I'd like to point out that Ren played this live for this video, and how amazing he is as a live performer. He's mind blowing.

The first time I heard it I cried and immediately called my brother who has been ill for 30 of his 50 yrs. He said he has never heard a more authentic song in his life. He said it made him realize that there are others out there as bad off as he is. He now listens to this song as therapeutic.

I am stunned. I have never seen mental illness explained so eloquently… you are correct. This is art. Beautiful, horrible, terrifying, thought provoking…

it's not a music video, it's a theatrical work of art as a window to his inner being. Fucking amazing.

This is the first time I have heard this young man. I am 74 year women and I love all kinds of music. This young man has touched my heart and I will be looking for him on KZfaq! Thank you for sharing.

Holy shit. As a general rule, I stay away from songs that "everyone is talking about." I've never thought that a single one that I actually sat and listened to was at all worth the hype it generated. But when I saw that you were reacting to this one, I chose to give it a try through you. I am not sorry i did. This is the absolute height of creativity and absolutely genius.

I've lived with an autoimmune illness called Systemic Scleroderma since I was 17yo, and I've struggled with depression and anxiety as well because of it and other life circumstances. That's why I connect with this song soo much, it's very relatable to just about everybody who has struggled in life. This isn't just a song, this song is one of the best pieces of art I've ever seen and it cuts right down to the soul!!

I was listening for the first time with you. My depression has been getting the better of me the last few weeks and I haven’t been able to see the light. I’m faking being strong for those who need me, but I feel like there’s nobody around for me when I’m in need. This song, beginning to end, hit me in the core of my soul. I’m going to wake up tomorrow, I’m going to keep waking up, I may not live every day, but every day I will exist. If I cannot live, then I will love. I will continue to exist and I will remember that I am human…

As someone who struggles, daily, with those hyper-critical voices, this has made me cry and shout for joy at the same time. bless this young man xxx

As someone with severe bipolar, i suffer from psychosis in manic and depressive episodes, so i relate to this heavy. I am on medication now and the highs arent as high and lows not as low, the voices come back every now and then but now im much better.

"I'm the voice that you hear when you loosen the noose on the rope" - a brilliant and impactful line. I was glad to see it hit you like it hits me. Every damn time.

Met Ren when we were both in Germany for Lyme disease treatment, great guy. I really enjoy seeing him do so well and making the world a better place by telling his story

This song is in all of us but it took this creative genius to reveal it, reminding us that his struggle is all of our struggle unique and the same. Thank you Ren ♥️

When the song started I didn't think it was going to be my cup of tea but now I'm here at the end and I'm sobbing. My name is also Ren so it came across as more relatable to me I guess, but damn he's totally right.

I'm stunned .. just Freakin stunned. This is like listening to a Shakespearean Soliloquy in song. A one man Broadway superstar. I don't say this about many artists ...but I think we are witnessing {REAL} musical Genius here !!

I've not seen anyone more original or talented than this young man. Words fail me.

This is a profound work of art…….I am 73 and this is my first time hearing his work…..I commend this young man for his brilliant expression of how the devil works on our innocent souls and how he spreads the word to be mindful of the battle between good and evil that we, as humble humans, face everyday. We must keep hope in our hearts that we make the right choices. May the Good Lord Bless and keep Ren in his protection.

I am stunned and shocked at the brilliance of the depth of the struggle of man's inner demons. These lyrics are on another level of genius. like you said it is Art.

I'm soo happy to see you finally check this masterpiece out!!! This song has really had an impact on me and it's amazing to see soo many people connecting with it. I really hope you do "Jenny/Screech/Violet's Tale", I heard that song for the first time 2 weeks ago and I was even more blown away. This kid is the most creative artist I've ever heard, he needs to be promoted EVERYWHERE!! 🤘🤘🤙🤙

This is an absolute masterpiece. Ren is truly amazing.

There are no words to describe how powerful this song is. Thank you for reacting my friend. Much love from Texas

I was not ready for this journey. I'm not even sure what the hell happened but that's the beauty of it. This is the first time I've heard this and I'm so happy I did.

I've said this before, but there is a turn in the music scene right now that only happens every 10 years or so. Ren, Sleep Token, Dayseeker, Lorna Shore. These artists are changing the landscape of music right now. This is an exciting time.

I have tears leaking from my eyes. You're right, this isn't just a song, it's art. I've never heard anything that captured the reality of mental illness so vividly. I developed Bipolar 1 when I was 11 years old. I've heard those same messages in my head, originally as an actual voice, since treatment more like a quiet recording played on a constant loop. I love that it's hope that holds back the darkness, because I've fought that battle for 50 years and I know that the wheel always turns: as terrible as the dark times are, as much as it seems they'll never end, they always do. Keep fighting, friends, for your joyful times. If they aren't there at the moment, they will be soon.

I love how mid comment after the breakdown you were in the middle of talking, and he came back and you just kind of stopped talking. It shows the power of this song/performance. Loved watching your reaction to this

When you commented on him rapping. I chuckled and thought, " Oh no you havent heard him rap yet." The hunger, losing it then what you want. That will get ya started. :) thanks for playing Rens music. The young man the world is falling in love with. We are starved for reality, great music and his brand of genius. Ren does a lot of his music live and sometimes one take. No label. This song was done for $1000.

I've been writing music, playing professionally all my life. Since I was 18 years old. I'm still today putting my 20 year old through school with my music. Its important to co-sign my ability so that when I say.. I've never written anything even close to the genius that we just witnessed... The point does not land on def ears. This song is in a league all to its own. We are all blessed to have experienced it.

This got me so hard i burst out in tears once i heard some of the lyrics. I've been battling my own autoimmune kidney disease, diabetes and depression for a few years and was born with a handicap (missing chest muscle) and some of it is extremely relatable, like the negative voice is something that haunts me to this day. If it wasn't for me finding your reactions to "kids react to" vids i would never have heard this song so thank you.....

You nailed it by saying this is what’s needed. This truly is a masterpiece.

The song structure itself is incredible. It starts off as a battle between his positive (Angel) and negative (Demon) aspects, the negative makes an overpowering last ditch effort to reign supreme, but ultimately fails as the final act, being the "God" aspect, emerges Triumphant, though still acknowledging and accepting that it will always be a battle because we are all "a coin with 2 different sides". It's a powerful piece of performance art that gives "broken" people HOPE. It's a beautifully raw musical masterpiece. Ren is special. Welcome to the Ren rabbit-hole, it's a trip worth taking.

I know nothing about Auto Immune Illnesses, but i suffer from Decades filled with severe Depression, suizidal thoughts and Loneliness. About 6 weeks ago i stumbled upon this *Masterpiece* created and delivered by Ren. It hit me like a train to the stomach. I have watched maybe 50 Reaction Videos, professional Musicians, Therapists, Psychologists, Nurses or just random people talking about "Hi Ren", how much it impressed, moved them, blew their minds. This is something VERY special and unique. And still, after watching it so many times, i always get goosebumps and tears. Never before in my 55 years of existing ( can´t call it living anymore because of the Depression ) have i been moved so much, have i felt something so intense after hearing a song and lyrics such as in this piece of Art created by Ren. This is not only a song, this is not only lyrics by a fine and very talented wordsmith ( someone called his style "Bardcore" ), this is an experience i will never forget.

This guy is on another level…He is GENIUS!!! I hope someone finds his talent and harnesses it. LOVE and RESPECT to Ren ❤

the creativity of this piece is amazing .. wow .. its not really a song like you said . its artwork and relaying of a powerful messege in a powerful way .. truely amazing and brilliant .. Peace be to all .. Gods peace and love i hope on all

44 years old, in my whole life, ive never been more moved by a song, profound and brilliant.

Dude, that blew my mind. I never would've heard it if you didn't react to it. This was intense, dark and beautiful at the same time. I really felt his struggle, and ultimately his peace with himself. Damn that was good

Ren is a generational talent, his abilities are just astounding

This is amazing. It was very obvious to me what was going on right from the beginning. This was genius. Even better, I could hear and understand every word, no matter the voice. The main reason I don’t listen to rap is I can’t understand the words because of poor diction. The music/guitar was outstanding. It showcased his message. This video is in a class all by itself.

I have taken an interest in Ren and his music, yet this was the first time I heard this all the way through, and like you say this is a masterpiece. And it was great to see someone else react to it. Loved what you had to say about Ren and his work.

Hmmm, in his song - he expressed the word HOPE. There is a movie with Kevin Costner where he says, “if you lose your hope, you die.” That is so true. It is such a beautiful word. May we all be filled with hope!

This kid is BEYOND GENIUS. So deep at so many levels

This is literally what my spiritual friends would call getting into your "Shadow side" And I am so glad that I decided to listen to this. It is amazing. And it definitely caused me to sub AND share. I just wanted to let you know I agreed with your whole summation: this was a piece of art and actually, I got chills.

You said some honest and beautiful words at the end . You showed understanding. This piece of art is breathtaking. It's overwhelming the first time you hear it. All the reaction videos at the end just sit in silence for a while, just like you did

He has an amazing trilogy. I’d recommend you do them all in one reaction. They are short and all live one take shots. They need to be watched in order to make sense. Jenny’s tale Screeches tale Violets tale A true work of art

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 (Parts 1, 2, and 3),” “Crucify Your Culture,” “Power,” and his latest release, “Bittersweet symphony (The Verve retake).” As I recently discovered, Ren also recorded a cover of “Can't Help Falling In Love (Elvis Cover),” that is simply beautiful. Then there are his performances with Sam Tompkins (“Blind Eyed,” “Earned it /Mans World / Falling,” “Walking on the moon/No Diggity”), Eden Nash (“Humble,” “Ocean”), Bibi (“Crutch,” “Ahiahiaoha”), Molly McKinna (“Penitence”), his former bandmate, Romain Axisa (“French Song”), which 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,” “Sweet Little Lady," "It's Alright," "Watch Out," “Dignity,” 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.

I am literally crying with compassion and empathy thank you so much for sharing

I hope to see you react to more Ren in the future! He's so incredibly talented, and there's nothing he can't do.

You are going to go down a rabbit hole of emotion and masterful story telling if you continue to check out Ren! The man is a story telling God! Check out the trilogy ( Jennys tale then screeches tale then violets tale) I promise you won't regret it, you'll feel the emotion and the journey all 3 of them have been on like you're reading a 5 minute book! Absolutely no one else like Ren out there dude

respect for anyone that can put themselves out there like that. the courage is immense.

If his written introduction is not fiction, this young man has incredible insight into his mental health issues. Rarely do people with psychosis understand what is real and what is part of their hallucinations. He is also able to beautifully describe his inner life. So glad he wrote this song. Hopefully this song will encourage people to rethink their beliefs and prejudices toward mentally divergent people. Can’t wait to see what else he will share. An authentic person for sure.

I've watched a lot of your reactions. And I've watched a lot of other people react to this song. This. This was my favorite one I've ever seen you do. Loved what you had to say. Keep making great videos my man.

I have been waiting to see this particular reaction from you. I love and respect the way you listened intently and gave it the honest reaction from you in every way. This gentleman is a movement. He’s providing a message to the masses through his personal turmoil and love for the art. Thank you sincerely for your reaction, my friend. Peace and love to you all!🫵🏼👊🏼👌🏼

this has become my anthem for life, the inspiration on being able to enjoy life and manage the demons. not only does it represent mental health but it also represents people who dealing with and live with chronic illnesses. love ur reaction

Wow I am glad to have come across this music video today. I’ve been so numb for so long but this really moved me. Such precise and concise descriptors of the human struggle

Wow👏👏 that was amazing! I'm a 52 year old guitarist and songwriter who's struggled with the same issues.. But Ren described it perfectly and expressed it in a way that I never could.. Better than anything I've written and probably ever could.. This song and performance is outstanding 👏👏. So glad I heard this, thanks for posting it❤️

ALEX! I am so glad that you finally reacted to Ren... he is amazing in oh so many ways... we all have our battles, some more blantant then others, but where there is darkness there is light...I work in the substance abuse and mental health field, as a therapist, and i have shown this to many of my patients who can relate to Ren on so many levels and know that they are not alone... Thank you for offering to be someone to reach out to... if we all did that this world would be a better place...

This is just scratching his surface. Every song he does is absolutely phenomenal. You will strongly feel every emotion known (and perhaps new ones) while exploring his music.

The true fight of awakening and the fight between shadow and light. This song is phenomenal.

Wow! I never heard of this Ren and wasn't expecting much... I haven't heard anything that has had such an impact so quickly on me before. I am dumbfounded, astounded... Mind blown. After the chills, after feeling brain-slapped, I can only sit here... when I recover, I'll look into this artist/genius... and listen/watch this again... to better comprehend... Ren...

I know nothing about this artist, and this is the first time I have heard it. Without trying, this artist has created the only original thing I have seen in a long long time. I would listen to the music part of this song over and over just to hear the spoken piece at the end.

This was HEAVY. Never heard of him. Thanks so much for introducing him to me.

That was beautiful, sad, lost, found, confused, full, very to the point. I LOVE THIS SONG

Thank you so much for bringing this to my attention. I probably never would have sat through it but you were right when you said it was an experience. That gave me chills

Art is THE word for this. The performance/emotion that comes through here is next level. I have watched this so many times now and it still hits so hard

Been watching hi ren reactions, been waiting for this one. I've been through and go through so much Ren does, he got his autoimmune secondary to lyme disease, but I've had autoimmune disease (lupus) symptoms for over 20 years now at least, and don't have an inner voice that sounds like a voice, but I do struggle with anxiety, depression and more that tells me everyday that I am failing and always will. This song echoes with my life and I listen to it everyday for motivation to keep pushing through and learn to dance that dance. Because he's right. I have tried my entire life to find doctors, medications, life style changes, diets, anything to defeat the symptoms, both physical and mental, but things are easier when you accept the pendulum. Do what you can to help yourself. Take care of yourself. Push forward to achieve things, but don't try to fight the negative thoughts. Accept them, hear them, and move on. Some times there is value in the negative thoughts, sometimes there isn't. But it's easier to accept them but keep moving on then it is to try to squash them altogether. Because we cannot. They are a part of us. As ren says, it is a part of being human. It is a universal experience since the dawn of man. Some have worse struggles with it than others, some give into the dark id of their minds, but we all can be the students rather than the victims if we learn to live with that "voice" rather that to fight it to the end.

Was also blown away on so many levels when i first saw this. Kudos to u for your heartfelt and kind comments on the songs message. Have watched so many reaction videos and done no work. Totally mesmerized how Ren has quite simply stopped everyone in their tracks, to take a pause and come together in our collective suffering. Maybe with more urgent messages like these, we could begin to heal the worlds trauma.

This is a gifted, talented young man. No wonder everyone is talking about his song. Amazingly creative.

Thank you for turning me on to this artist. It's an amazing song and video. Very powerful, and it resonates deep with me. It's truly a work of art.

Ren is a performer. Not just a singer a musician . A storyteller who just happens to play sing and act his stories out. I knew this would get your soul too

This is pure poetry. To put the experience out there, to be vulnerable, can give hope to those of us who may not want others to know what we are going through. This blew my mind, not knowing how to deal with depression. This is necessary material.

I love watching reactions to Ren and the best are the ones like you, with that look of awe! The same feeling I had and have with every song. Great reaction video!

I just barely found his music yesterday. This is why I love people like you. Bringing music to the masses. Couldn't love it enough.

I agree with the idea that this took courage to show his vulnerability. I think it’s why this video has resonated with so many. I’m a 54 year old woman and I can relate. REN is really struggling in Canada recovering from his recent surgery. I wish him all the best. ❤️

I just want to say, I'm 20 years older than I ever thought I'd be and I have to say, he's 100% right in this song.

🙏🙏🙏 my brother lost his battle but I fight on for him and all the others. Thank you for an incredible reaction and introduction to Ren. Big Hello from NYC 👍

He's also in a busking band The Big Push.. for rock unbelievable talent for more rap try his track The Hunger

I’m friggin speechless, I just watched with you, I cannot articulate what I’m feeling right now. Thank you

Without the darkness we cannot see the stars. Sending good thoughts Ren's way. He's very gifted.

He probably had this written for a while but was gathering the courage to perform this

It's actually amazing seeing one of my favourite KZfaqrs reacting to my friends music 👀 never in my life would I have anticipated this and I'm so glad his music has been able to reach the States and spread across the world 🌎

Love the human connection in the end when ren puts down the guitarand speaks so intimate.

Wow. This song hit different bro! Wow… it says everything he’s been through with his condition. This is incredible ❤

Absolutely briliant reaction. What a wonderful artist

Watching his face as he's trying to figure out wtf is going on is the best! I loved this reaction.

You pegged it; this is a masterpiece and it's a work of art. Great reaction!

Wholly sheet that's amazing! He's like a Broadway musical all by himself! It's dark as hells but there's something really special about it that I think will really resonate with a wide range of people.

This track moves my to tears every time, my own struggles with mental health are not as directly intense, but no less traumatizing. and the humanity of this song and how much i reflect its message in my own experience make it so powerful.This song is genius.

Wow! HI Ren, is so powerful & heart wrenching! Great reaction Alex!

It's definitely exhausting! It makes you feel hopeless, and all you want to do is escape. It's so comforting to know that you're not alone and that you're not crazy! Just like this song says, there is hope! There is always hope!

He is so real. He sees inside his own mind and ours. This young man is astounding, strong, honest. Talented. Brave. Truthful. And so Helpful. Thank You Ren.

It’s awesome that there really are so many people who hear this song and understand it’s importance and it’s brilliance instead of just writing it off as some weird theater kid song.

Wow. As a therapist who teaches the “mean inner critic” to clients, this sums it up nicely.

Never heard this song or this artist. I came because of your title. I stayed because I was mesmerized. I now go in search of more of his music. This was just brilliant. Keeping track of each persona, playing the intense music. Wonderfully talented. Thankyou and thank him.

Love that you reacted to this. This was a fine piece of art. The tale of Jenny and screech/violet’s tale should be next, or if you’re looking to hear more of his musicianship/vocals, his band The Big Push did a cover of i shot the sheriff/road to Zion/hip-hop (same video) that blew me away. Very talented chap and I’m 💯 impressed.

This is exactly what ive ment before when comented on your videos dude, the world need more of alex and people of your mindset. The world is in desperate need of love and attention, you are in the forefront of spreading the gospel. And i think i speak for many others here, that weve got your back in all weathers and storms dude! Keep on beeing the truly amazing loveing person you are!

When he says the next Jimmy Hendrix I don't doubt his guitar skills. His writing, lyrics are sooo good. His songs so different but nod to past greats or musicians that he grew up listening too. He's a genius!! Sucks you in wanting more. Praying he can get the medical help so he can give us more tracks 🙏🙏 Great reaction man.

Thanks for reacting to this. Great reaction and Oh my God what a song!

This gives me chills and tears every time. I also have an autoimmune disease called Primary Biliary Cholangitis that impacts the liver and without very expensive medication (one of my medications is $100 per pill) I would eventually develop cirrhosis and die. This song is so relatable to anyone who struggles with that inner voice coming from shame, fear and pain. Great reaction.