I loved your reaction and your overall way of reacting. You give yourself first the chance to hear the full song and connect with it, and then you break it down to provide your perspective from a technical and emotional side. It demonstrates that you really manage your ego and love music apart from the contribution you make to help us all navigate this incredible talent that is Ren. Thank you and the best of lucks with your channel!

Ren is pure creative force - discovering him is like discovering Miles Davis, things just won't be quite the same afterwards.

"Didn't expect that." Get used to that. That's Ren in a nutshell.

“So cower at the man I’ve become When I sing from the top of my lungs That I won’t retire, I’ll stand in your fire Inspire the meek to be strong”. The most inspirational line in the song, for me, anyway…. 😀❤️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

When I see a person react to a piece of music I have already seen 100 times, but that reaction is genuine and heartfelt, it makes me feel as if it were the first time. I get to feel all the emotions again as if it were new to me. This is one such reaction, thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you.

A 9+ minute song that passes and feels like 3 minutes, leaving you wanting more. Pure creative genius grounded in such steeping reality that it continues to leave me with a tear in my eye even after hearing it 100 times. So much looking forward to where Ren's career takes us in the decades to come.

In regard to his abilities as a guitarist, vocalist in different styles, storytelling, lyrics, and stage production, this is the most all-encompassing performance I have ever seen.

Ya, at first I thought he was mostly being funny but then I realized what he was doing and my disposition shifted. By the end, I was gutted.

Best nine minute therapy session ever..

All done in one take

I'm so glad you reacted to Ren. A true ARTist in every way. He's very versatile to say the least. A rabbithole well worth diving into. Also his band, The Big Push and the collaborations with Sam Tompkins, Chinchilla, Eden Nash, to name a few. All are amazing tracks and beautiful performances.

Keep your hands and feet inside the car at all times and your mind open. Welcome to the REN-aissance!

Ren saved my life. X

Me watching your reaction: "Yaaas... This guy gets it!" 🥰🙏🏽❤️ Welcome to the Reniverse! Dive down the Ren rabbit hole, we've all been waiting for you. Down here, there's beautiful & amazing music abound. ❣️

"That was incredible". Yep. He's probably the most interesting artist I've seen in a VERY long time.

Everything about this modern masterpiece is outstanding, even the lighting casting two shadows…mind blown! This should be part of every high school curriculum.

You’ve only just scratched the surface of what he can do. He’s an amazing storyteller, like a bard or a modern day Shakespeare. Then he was in a busking band in the UK. Those street performances are amazing. He also does duets with a singer called Chinchilla and does a lot of solo rapping stuff. His rabbit hole is deep and varied. Looking forward to seeing more reactions from you.

He recorded it live in one take with 4 cameras. That’s why you see him remove the mic off his collar when done. It’s a unique experience.

Ren is a self taught genius.

It was a live, single take video withmultiple cameras and a few cuts. His talent level is through the roof.

Musician/Producer smiles while shaking his head back and forth during "Hi Ren" by Ren

Everything you said 💛🎶🎶🎶🔥 Its well worth the journey made my 2023 🎉

Hi Jeff! Ren gives us so much to appreciate. You'll love & enjoy all his music if you continue down his path. I have watched countless reactions to this one & I still cry every time. There are many musicians who make you feel something by telling their own story in their music. But only some who make you feel like they're telling YOUR (the listener's) story. And then far fewer still who use their story to poetically extrapolate something as simultaneously dire & hopeful as the struggle of the human condition. Where we strive to make the most of the best parts of ourselves & try to minimize or go beyond the confines of the worst parts of ourselves. Until I heard this song, I've always felt it was an exhausting battle, everyday, to overcome, block out, or ignore the constant negative, critical, hateful voices within myself. Ren's describing it as an eternal pendulum was an epiphany for me. And even though I don't need to necessarily embrace those voices, I can maybe learn, even at my age, to soften my stance against them & hush them like outta line teenagers, instead of trying to out-scream them. At any rate, I can probably credit them for my propensity for verbosity & sarcastic banter. [Speaking to my inner voices] Listen up, you raging banshees, that's the extent of praise you'll receive from me, so feast away & make it last, ya freakin' mean girl bitches! Ahem. Sorry. It appears I need more practice. For the record, I do not speak to real life teenagers this way. Thank you Ren, for your life-changing music. And thank you Jeff, for your reaction.

Your smile in infectious! I get such joy watching people discover Ren, and hear them inevitably say "didn't expect that" with almost every new song 😁

Loved your reaction sweety. I'm a 65 years old soon to be grandma from UK and I have not been this excited about a singer since Jeff Buckly or Freddie Mercury. Loved your tenderness at the end there xx please react to Rens collab Humble...and if you want to see his rap skills...Hunger and Genesis xx

This was a one take performance, with a few additional shots edited in for the close-ups at the end. All that back and forth was done live. Incredible. He has a ton of great music to hear, but as a musician I think you'd be most impressed by the trilogy 'The Tale of Jenny and Screech'. It's another long one at over 13 minutes, but it's a very powerful and impressive performance. It's three songs that were recorded over several years, in a one-take performance per song, and then later compiled into one single video. Ren is an amazing independent artist with a huge back catalog. Once you've worked your way through some of it and begin to feel like you have him figured out, I'd really recommend his recent interview with Justin Hawkins, where he surprised me once again, by revealing himself to be a very sweet and endearing chap, very humble, open, and honest. He is a very refreshing artist in an industry filled with duds and dirtbags. Ren deserves all of the support he is receiving. This was a great reaction, and I hope Ren gets to see it. Subscribed.

That was probably one of the best reactions I've seen so far, thank you for commenting at the end and not a multitude of times in the duration. Watching your reaction at the end during the epilogue actually made me feel emotional, again. Thank you, Subscribed 🇬🇧🇺🇸

a Masterpiece - this is without doubt the song of the decade #Ren

I also noticed that his strumming hand also tapped and got percussive when he was in his not so nice state but was smooth and settled in his smoother state.

Ren is a one in a Trillion kind of talent.

Great reaction! I guess the full tale of Jenny and Screech would be the natural next step. Again great channel 👍🙂

This has been nominated for a GRAMMY !

Great reaction! Ren is a musical chameleon, bending and blending genres into his own, wonderfully unique creations.

I have watched this many times, and every time it brings the tears.

Ren is a multi instrumentalist, performs in Many different genres!! His Jenny and Screech trilogy should be next! Just make sure it's the Full version! It has all 3 stories, in order, in one video! His storytelling and guitar Work are Astonishing!!!!

Great first reaction, Ren and his music bring so many thoughts and emotions to the surface. Enjoy jumping down the Ren rabbit hole. It's an amazing experience.

As you can tell there are a lot of Ren fans / family

Loved watching the realization wash over you. That is what i watch hi ren reactions for. Welcome to the Renfest.

Welcome to Ren. An evolution in musical talent. From here goto The take of Jenny and Screeh and then continue down the Ren rabbit hole. This tune/video...live. No edits......

Ren has a very eclectic catalog that I think you will enjoy.

I've watched so many reactions to this song and yours is great! So genuine and understanding.

What a lovely reaction. ❤ Next step must be the trilogy "Jenny, Screetch and Violet". You will be speechless, I promise! Greetings from Germany👍

Ren is truely one of a kind. I LOVE all these artists giving a huge 🖕 to the music industry and KILLING IT Independently 🔥🔥🔥Ren, Upchurch, ACal, Brodnax, Tom Macdonald, Demon Jones, Chinchilla and soooo many more. All are allowed to let their atristry and creativity shine not having to squeeze into a box that the Industry pushes them into.

First time here, and yet suscribed, loved your analysis and reaction, go deep with ren, there's rap, singing, stotytelling, all welldone. I'm sure suggestions will explode. Thanks.

That was so well done from every element. What a roller coaster ride! Speaking your truth is such a powerful thing. Thanks Jeff, this one really hit me hard.

Very smart, insightful and honest reaction. You had the same reaction as I did, smiling at first and then holding back tears. That is what true art is supposed to do. Brilliant

Ren is Life❤

I have seen this video, and reaction videos to it, more than a hundred times; and what blows my mind is that I continue to be captivated by the song and performance, only to realize late in the video that I am watching one guy, in one room with two lights, and it's just him, the lights, and his guitar.....no band, no special effects, no high dollar video. No, just him......Hats off to Ren, you did it as a one man band, one man video.....Thank You for this song, is has helped me heal in many ways.

Ren recently said in an interview that he has never had a guitar lesson!!

Maniacal ren's voice and palm picking vs chilled ren's calm voice and finger picking is just next level

You just letting it play and seeing your smiles made me tear up thanks.

I love that you didn't keep stopping it the way a lot of reaction videos do, it was great to see you react to the funny parts along with the serious and poignant parts. This is a masterpiece, a rock opera short!

❤ LOVE REN

Welcome to the Ren appreciation society 😂. Theres so much more great music out there by him. I'd recommend his song called Chalk Outlines ft Chinchilla, Live version. Its beautiful

Great reaction. We are witnessing an amazing talent like never before. Anyone that go down the Ren rabbit hole will see just how lucky we are to be witnessing the new RENaissance. Follow along and enjoy.

Great reaction, not pausing it during the video like many do, and waiting to the end for your comments. Bravo sir, great job.

What wonderful reaction. Its really nice to see people who see all the musical and creative skills ... and not just the lyrics. Ren is probably the most important artist to emerge in the past 20 years, and like you said, we're all wishing he gets the recoognition he truly deserves.

Watched A LOT of Hi Ren reactions. Definitely one of my favorites here. No attempt at being anything but real. Love the obvious emotion. This piece has affected so many people from all walks of life and catalyzed (bout damn time) a fan base who all share at least one thing in common, Love Music.

It is very beautiful seeing your reaction Ren has touched many generations he is a very talented young man … They had 4 walkthrough rehearsal but it was shot live in one take with three cameras

ren touches and makes people cry. he goes to the origin of music and wakes us up from a unconcious use of what is called music in ourdays. it's his and our time

I’m in tears and deeply affected by this! He really gets it! And man can he play the guitar! I enjoyed it so much I’m looking more up already! Thank you ❤

Welcome to the New RENaissance!!!

Ren is on fire! 🔥

Thoroughly enjoyed experiencing this again for the first time with you!

I absolutely cannot wait to watch your trip down the Ren rabbit hole!!

It's a breathtaking performance and your reaction is 100% perfect.

This was a very enjoyable, heartfelt reaction and commentary. I wrote this introduction to Ren when I first discovered him earlier this year, as there wasn’t a Wikipedia entry for people to look him up prior to March 2023. I have posted this info to every “Hi Ren” reaction I have come across since, and I hope it will be of some use to the uninitiated. “Hi Ren” is the song that put Ren on everyone's radar since December; it went viral and has garnered over 12 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 Ren’s songs resonate with people because he addresses struggles that many others face every day. Ren is an independent artist/singer/songwriter/busker from Brighton, UK. He 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-day bard; he calls his music “bardcore.” Ren’s earliest recordings on KZfaq are from his time in a band called “Trick The Fox,” consisting of Ren and his buddies Charlie and Tommy. Unfortunately, the band performed only briefly due to Ren’s onset of health issues. They are very talented. A fun clip to watch is “The Mash Up.” Ren’s trilogy "The Tale of Jenny/Screech/Violet" has been likened to a Shakespearean tragedy and is a prime example of his genius; it is a master’s class in storytelling and also showcases his guitar skills. The three acts are haunting, and the conclusion will catch you off guard. The trilogy needs to be watched in the order given, as this is the flow of the storyline and is best watched as a whole rather than piecemeal. Ren’s collaborations with Chinchilla (“Chalk Outlines,” “How to Be Me,” “Sexual Healing,” “One Dance/Drunk in Love”) are beautiful and showcase his singing voice. 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,” "Hold On," his new release “Bittersweet symphony (The Verve retake),” and his latest release "The Illest Of Our Time," just to name a few. Ren's performances with Sam Tompkins (“Blind Eyed,” “Earned It /Mans World / Falling,” “Walking on the Moon/No Diggity,” “Feeling Good/Trouble So High/Masterblaster (Jammin'),” “Latch,” “Wild Thoughts/Crazy in love (Live Session),” “Same Old Situation (Live, feat. Ren),” “Improvising Around Stevie Wonder,” “What Went Wrong” Part I&II) are definitely a must. Also, his collaborations with Eden Nash (“Humble,” “Ocean”), Bibi (“Crutch,” “Ahiahiaoha”), Molly McKinna (“Penitence”), Orlean ("Jessica"), his former bandmate Romain Axisa (“French Song”), are all great. Last but not least, Ren’s busking sessions with Liv Sangster are awesome. I recently discovered that Ren also recorded a cover of “Can't Help Falling In Love (Elvis Cover),” that is simply beautiful. "The Big Push" (Ren Gill, Gorran Kendall, Romain Axisa, and Glen Chambers) busking sessions, concerts, and live recordings all are amazing and well worth checking out. All but the drummer sing lead vocals at times. Ren, Gorran, and Romain all play multiple instruments. Ren plays acoustic, electric, and bass guitar, piano, and drums. Gorran plays acoustic, electric, bass guitar, and harmonica. Romain plays acoustic, electric, bass guitar, ukulele, and piano. They are each incredibly gifted artists, and their solo work is completely different from each other. Well worth checking out. Their covers of "I Shot the Sheriff/Road to Zion/Hip Hop," "Wade in the Water/Nina Simone/Trouble so Hard," "Watch Out," “War Pigs,” “Roadhouse Blues,” "My Generation," “Paint It Black,” "An Englishman in New York," “Bongo Bong” are awesome. On “These Boots Are Made For Walking,” “Praise You” (Fatboy Slim Cover), “What Kind Of Woman Is This,” all three take a turn singing. The songs "Oh My Woman," “Swan Song,” “Sweet Little Lady," "It's Alright," “Dignity,” and so many others are equally impressive. The band, at least for the time being, performed their last official busking session and gave their last concert in September of last year (2022) due to the fact that Ren was leaving for Canada to undergo specialized medical care and surgeries for his multiple health issues. In anticipation of his stay in Canada, Ren prepared some music ahead of time to be released over the next six months that he expects to be gone. He released “Sick Boi” and “Bittersweet Symphony (The Verve retake),” which is another masterful work. Ren released his newest song, “Illest Of Our Time,” on his birthday, March 29. His newest release, "Animal Flow," is out now. I still fail to understand how Ren's YT channel has only 854K subscribers while his videos have garnered millions of views!?! What is wrong with people? I guess it is a sign of our times; this is a "me, me, me" society, and people just want to consume, unwilling to give back even as little as giving a video a "like" and subscribing to an artist's channel.

You experienced a real paradigma shift.

Ren is a deep deep rabbit hole to dive down. I think you should and I think you will love it🖤

Oh boy! There are so many great Ren songs, and check out his older stuff, as it's quite varied. You are in for such a treat!

Great reaction! There is not just a rabbit hole here, but a warren to explore for those who are willing to. I think I'm in good company in seeking out new reactors who have finally found Ren and look forward to seeing them experience his artistry.

I do love the moment when he realizes this is just SO much more then just a song! Thank you from one of thousands, perhaps now millions, of Ren fans. Btw I never even knew that there was reaction videos before I saw Hi Ren, now I've seen more then I can count of just this song alone.

Oh, there’s so much more Ren for you to discover!!!

Ren is a once in an era personification of pain creates art. This wonderful, eloquent and talented man has been through hell and back and managed to make the most versatile musical catalog I have ever encountered. Welcome to the rabbithole. Buckle up and prepare yourself to not be prepared with any of his songs 🐇🕳

Your reaction was outstanding! Way too many people just want to jump in and pause a million times and over-analyze it. Getting to see your excitement and interest at the musical and storyline twists was awesome.

Great Reaction Sir hope you keep on reacting to Ren he has a lot for you to discover, he's an independent Artist who is a multi-instrumentalist, writes and produces all his own Music and releases it independently and has been doing so for years. I'm sure many more better informed people than me will give you his background, but a quick summary is that he was signed by Sony at young age but had to virtually give up Music soon after as he got ill, he was misdiagnosed for years and told all his symptoms were in his head and he was treated for various Mental illnesses when he fact he had Lyme Disease. This was eventually diagnosed 7 or 8yrs too late and a lot of damage was done to his body by the disease and drugs he was wrongly given, he is in Canada at the moment getting Specialist treatment trying to repair the Damage.

Hits home doesn't it?! He's a genius and it's very well worth exploring more of his music and collaborations. Great reaction video Jeff.

Great reaction to a genius masterpiece...!

Just sub for more Ren reaction...enjoy the Ren rabbit hole. His artistry is at another level. He is diverse in his expression..whether its through songs or rap...or the spoken word. He's a deep thinker, a poet, a fantastic guitarist n musician....and just a great down to earth human being. I'm looking forward to seeing you discover more of Ren n get mind blown.

I’m so excited to see you have found Ren. OMG You will love this universe.

Excellent reaction, and immediate sub! It was great seeing your face going from amused smiles to stunned amazement. I'm an "old musician" who has played several instruments and styles of music in different venues, from classical to jazz to folk to rock--and Ren has been a great, cross-genre inspiration for me. Hi Ren is "only" the entrance gate for most of us. At first I thought that this song was his masterpiece, only to discover that it's just the tip of Ren's musical and artistic iceberg.

Thank you for reacting to Ren.👍👍👍

You looked like you were having the time of your life watching this.

Besides the talent he is a beautiful soul. I have been privileged to watch him perform for several years. And he has a really fun side to him also!🌿💔

Another Ren to react to is Tale of Jenny and Screech. It's a 3 part master piece. A true work of art. But it needs to be watched in order.

Welcome to the RENegades

The Ren Effect is real

i had found ren for the first time tonight around <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="570">9:30</a>pm, i've been watching reacts to it since and realized its almost 1am now. i can't hear it enough times.

I really loved your response, and I have easily listed to over 20. I can’t get enough of this song. I can’t get enough of Ren.

Good idea to go straight to Ren's Money Game Part 2 now, as there's some bits in that which help to understand some bits in here. Enjoy your Ren Rollercoaster. I'm still on it, and loving it.

🔥🔥❤️🔥🔥 #Ren

The joy in your face was so awesome. I can tell you were soaking it all in and excited to see something really special ♥️

That was very interesting and cool and unsettling.👌🙏🏼😊

Great reaction my friend. Welcome aboard the Ren Rollercoaster. Buckle up tight. It's a wild ride!!

Welcome to the Ren train. It's an extraordinary journey to travel. Beautiful reaction ❤ In a very recent interview Ren did he mentioned that he directs these as well, on top of the many musical talents he possesses. The vision you see that comes out everytime weaves something so different each time. After months of trying to grasp what a master he is I'm starting to just grasp there is no limits for Ren. I wouldn't be surprised if one day he directs a film he wrote & composes the music. I want to see that film!

Another Ren fan who found my way to your channel via these reviews/reactions. Thanks for doing this one. You've got another new subscriber.

37 seconds and I already like your channel. almost everybody puts the artist being heard, in the corner and fills their screen with the most important part of the clip (themselves). Then you let him play, without stopping him all the time to tell us what you've understood. Good observations, good reaction, mate! indeed... extremely impactful!

Solo una parola.... GENIO....!!!😢❤

Also Chalk Outlines , he's a genius

Thank you for your time. If you want to see him truly be a Bard you have to see "The Tale of Jenny and Screech" it's basically a play in 3 acts (act 1 Jenny, act 2 Screech, act 3 Violet IN THAT ORDER) In it he plays the part of the Bard it starts in London 2019 (two zero one nine) in a place called Paddington. It's filmed in the streets 1 shot per act (probably took a few takes to get that perfect one shot) again thank you for your time. Have a great day. AWESOME GUITAR IN JENNY AND SCREECH