Loads of unqualified, talentless people, watching people with talent and believing what they have to say about the work is relevent,, I guess just hitching their wagons to somone elses rising stars We used to say those who can do, those who cant teach,, Now its those who can do, those who cant sit and watch and play critic to
@annettedoyon35996 ай бұрын
Ren brings views. Period.
@HogInTheBox6 ай бұрын
Dude, I came to the comments to say this.
@dakodareid38076 ай бұрын
You're not understanding why people go to reactions then. We go and watch them to feel a modicum of the feeling we felt when first watching it. Every person has a unique perspective can voice that can change how you look at something. However you seem like you're bitter because talent breeds views and this has quite a few of them. Stop hating please and appreciate talent when it's in front of you
@casa3polopos5 ай бұрын
@@dakodareid3807 awesome example of projection sir, congratulations.
@devincooper78215 ай бұрын
What are you on about? The vast majority of people reacting to this aren't critiquing Ren's talent in song writing, playing, and performing... they're reacting to a powerful message that many many people can relate to.
@tandyhard8286 Жыл бұрын
"This better be fire!" Ren fans "Buckle up, Buttercup!"
@christilehman-starr4428 Жыл бұрын
Yesss, love it! Hang on to your bippy! 🔥❤️🔥🔥❤️🔥🔥❤️🔥🔥
@jesrush Жыл бұрын
Right!?
@yvonneschlame8657 Жыл бұрын
🤣💯🙌🔥💪🏼🙏
@dragondancer1039 Жыл бұрын
Hahaha right!
@christineraffa-diggon Жыл бұрын
Likes in abundance for you! ❤️
@AnthonyLauder Жыл бұрын
He made this whole video, live, with one of his friends, for a total budget of 1,000 pounds, self funded. He isn't signed with a label. Just amazing what talent can do.
@adriancorkerball4464 Жыл бұрын
who? Poet?
@rbbea Жыл бұрын
No Ren
@adriancorkerball4464 Жыл бұрын
@@rbbea ..............
@NaturallyGreasy Жыл бұрын
Talent speaks for itself. The editor was amazing, The scenery was amazing, The storyline was amzing, it really goes to show when real creative people work on a project that they love, you will get an art piece.
@spudlington Жыл бұрын
Didn't you know? He was spotted and signed by Sony back in 2013, busking, I believe, tragically almost instantly struck down by an 9 year undiagnosed case of??? autoimmunity syndrome. Finally diagnosed with Lyme's Disease not that long ago, about COVID time, or so... Bedridden for 22 hours a day! No wonder we cry when he sings a song about standing in fire that relates to you personally, without even knowing his story, it's burned into his very soul, and I mean that in a real sense, I'm an atheist...This song contributed to me getting sober 5 days ago, I'm 51, was an alcoholic until Monday night, when my 'soft' voice tricked my 'nasty' one, into not drinking, I didn't even notice I was seeing so much of his stuff after this, the Rabbit-hole is deep, and he ain't dead yet! He has a gofundme, because almost all his stuff is here on KZfaq, totally free! So please watch the originals and watch the ads, unless you are subscribed, I'm not, but he doesn't know me and managed to save my life, so I'm asking everyone to please watch the ads, or let them play, do what you feel...
@ktwhimsy6946 Жыл бұрын
I not only can’t stop listening to this song, but I can’t stop watching reaction videos too! It’s not something I’ve ever been inclined to do before, but I LOVE watching others going through a similar range of emotions upon this beautiful discovery that is Ren ❤ To me, the song resonates as my personal battle with the whole “impostor syndrome” thing very much, as well as a plethora of other ways … the part where he actually stands up, combined with the lyrics at that point, it just kills me!! In the best way 🔥❤️🩹
@dgoodall Жыл бұрын
Same. I’ve watched sooo many reactions. It’s like I get to appreciate it for the first time each time ❤️
@mattleccese Жыл бұрын
Same, I’ve never watched multiple reaction videos for one track but this is a masterpiece and I cannot tire of it
@vanHijl Жыл бұрын
And here I‘m sitting, watching the 5th reaction in a row
@mariewaters9346 Жыл бұрын
Ditto. I much have watched 50 !
@guyphilbert598 Жыл бұрын
Same
@WeRLoveandLight6 ай бұрын
Can yall believe that REN played the guitar and sang this live all in one take for this video? NOTHING recorded all in one take......its absolutely insane
@Hobodeluxe960 Жыл бұрын
this is art. this is philosophy this is a universal truth this is a therapy session this is healing I hope as many people see this as possible. If you have a friend you think might need to see this , then by all means send it to them. It could help them. thanks Ren.
@davidperkins6752 Жыл бұрын
i couldn't agree with you more. i sincerely believe that Ren is the healer and voice of sanity that the world has been hungry for and so desperately needs right now.
@irland1961 Жыл бұрын
Je is an Actor too
@MatejSolar100 Жыл бұрын
❤️❤️❤️
@Mhantrax Жыл бұрын
It is all those things. But there is one thing missing: your own personal experience. We learn through experiencing it. So go forth, reach out with your new knowledge.
@Crunchy166 Жыл бұрын
It's highly religious as well.
@DangerousDave1982 Жыл бұрын
Can you do the reaction for Hi Ren?
@YoungbloodPoetry Жыл бұрын
😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭
@DangerousDave1982 Жыл бұрын
Sorry I couldn't resist. Great reaction🤟
@NativeNYerChicHK Жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣
@seserta1 Жыл бұрын
🤣🤣🤣🤣
@andyu7366 Жыл бұрын
kzfaq.info/get/bejne/et5-iNqH2q2afKs.html she sells sea shells on the sea shore.....context for that line. Ren is a genius!
@jinius75 Жыл бұрын
"so cower at the man I've become.." That got me, that hit real hard...
@lindseycarter579 Жыл бұрын
I have literally watched this 50+ more times, over and over. Tears streaming down my face. I too suffer from autoimmune issues. But also have worked at a psychiatric/ substance abuse hospital for over 20 years and see this self sabotage talk from the patients every single day. And all I wish for is every patient comes out standing. This song is SOUL TOUCHING.
@garry8390 Жыл бұрын
There is a cure for autoimmune disorders
@anwylhsm954 Жыл бұрын
This one hit me really hard, too, having struggled with mental illness my entire life as well -- namely chronic depression, self doubt, and alcohol addiction (though I haven't touched any of that in about 7 years. To me this dialogue felt like the inner struggle between the person who wanted to get away from the addiction, and the demons inside that kept pulling me back to it. I think so many people can relate for so many different reasons because it's all an internal struggle with darkness.) The end of it had me in tears because that's exactly how I ended up dealing with it all. At the end the lights are still flickering so the darkness is still there, so it's like he's defiantly standing up and playing and singing anyway, and the manic way that the lights are flickering it's like it pisses off his dark side. Chalk Outlines got me good, too.
@martinelewis2267 Жыл бұрын
The more I listen, the more I get moved. We could all sing this song....
@JohnRobinson-cp3cz Жыл бұрын
Well said
@graymcgoldrick8388 Жыл бұрын
@@anwylhsm954really glad to hear you making the choice to live and I know from my own life the sheer willpower needed to just be alive. Thank you for being here
@simontemplar3359 Жыл бұрын
I genuinely believe we've seen one of the most powerful pieces of multidimensional art and maybe one of the most culturally significant creations of the 21st century. This was special. This is important!
@JohnRobinson-cp3cz Жыл бұрын
I just tried and I simply cannot agree with you more. I watch this at least once a day.
@nickfindsgold9788 Жыл бұрын
I have never had a piece speak to me like this one does. I completely agree.
@griffinanderson4163 Жыл бұрын
Nietzsche and Nikolai Tesla come to mind but they can be a lot harder to swallow. Chiron the wounded healer… Prometheus… pandora… tale as old as time
@consentofthegoverned5145 Жыл бұрын
Same. I'm floored by this. I have never been so moved by any art in my 52 years.
@jeffbeck9025 Жыл бұрын
Very Well said!!!
@KeithDCanada Жыл бұрын
I have to say, my favorite part of his speech at the end is when he says that "There are no winners, and no losers, in psychological warfare. But there are victims, and there are students." Such a simple line, but so very complex. There are people who will remain enslaved to their psychosis, and there are those who will learn how to live with it. Victims and Students. Beautiful imagery.
@stevoug Жыл бұрын
Yes I'm glad someone's picked up on that, also those that go through psychological warfare as Ren put it, some learn too find new ways too understand their thought process and make it through the dark (Students), and some unfortunately do not (Victims), It touches on suicide, It also touches on this when he says you "gotta kill you if you wanna kill me". There is no way of getting rid of his evil side because if he takes that path it ends him too. A very layered and deep line in this beautiful piece of art.
@horizonblack Жыл бұрын
Yes and no. He is privileged to be able to process and express that. Most people can benefit from this mentality, but there are some whose brain cannot choose between victim and student.
@JustInvertedFpv Жыл бұрын
I took there are students to mean there are those that will learn to use it against you. Victims and perpetrators if you will.
@JustInvertedFpv Жыл бұрын
@@tannahalfacre8128 Your welcome! I imagine everyone finds a range of nuance and meaning in this song. 👍
@tonyfro23 Жыл бұрын
My soon to be ex-wife rightfully told me being with you is exhausting. I forgot the golden rule in a relationship. Being me was exhausting so the only thing worse could be the woman I love trying to figure it all out since I couldnt
@ablacknambercat Жыл бұрын
The bad voice is not evil, it's fear.
@changeworkssystem6024 Жыл бұрын
Important to know that Ren is still a VERY sick man whose treatment alone is more than most of us could handle. The more you learn about his medical struggles and how professionals kept missing the underlying causes and how his untreated medical issues ultimately resulted in profound mental illness. He's brilliant!
@theresilientspud Жыл бұрын
I have the same illness as Ren and I agree with you 💯. Its the years of being misdiagnosed and ignored and left to rot that cause a lot of the problems we lyme patients suffer from. Lyme also causes depression, anxiety and in some cases, like Rens, psychosis. Its pure evil.
@ladyethyme Жыл бұрын
Yes…going through it myself…it’s Fvcking hell. Indescribable. Lyme destroys everything.
@theresilientspud Жыл бұрын
@@ladyethyme doesn't it? It's an insidious disease. It's pure hell
@TheLindagdetroit Жыл бұрын
I'm about to hit month 39 of dealing with long covid. sooooooooo many commonalities between Lyme & Long Covid/MECFS. He has a short showing a day in his treatment in Calgary... It was like playing BINGO, seeing what he's doing to regain health. Mouthfuls of supplements a day? check. IVs? Yup, been there. Just so illuminating for all the people who have no idea how the millions of people with "invisible illnesses" suffer.
@kristalcornwell Жыл бұрын
He is a Sick Boi. and a sick boy
@headrushindi Жыл бұрын
I'm still a bit stunned , but I do believe we have just witnessed TRUE creative musical genius here.Methinks while so many on social media are struggling to desperately become the next overnight sensation. Ren is showing us how to become the next legend.Mark my words, this guy is going to move a lot of people.
@suesjoy9 ай бұрын
Yeah- and the last thing he wants is fame. He’s an authentic genius.
@carriesnider60767 ай бұрын
Well. U have on the right shirt.
@FastNCurious88Ай бұрын
This is a one-man full on play. He incapsulates all characters *flawlessly.* An incredible work of pure art and a display of absolute genius. 🎉❤️🩹🫂
@loadedorygun Жыл бұрын
I really believe the concept of self-roasting is taken from 8 Mile: he removes your ability to criticize him by giving you every argument you could make.
@hooermasters Жыл бұрын
"y'all better watch the whole thing" TRY AND STOP ME 🤣
@Nonya1260810 ай бұрын
You are THE ONLY person I've seen connect the dots with "Sea Shells". ❤
@coachjdc Жыл бұрын
"This BETTER be fire!" you gonna learn today 😂
@kayleighsell53048 ай бұрын
My favorite comment
@dream_less2224 Жыл бұрын
Finally someone who recognises the "she sells sea shells on the sea shore" line!!! A lot of people, having reacted to this song before anything else by him, tend to twist it, but it's actually a reference! Thank you for noticing, much love man, love your reactions.
@WoodlandT Жыл бұрын
Thank you!!!
@frankkennedy1794 Жыл бұрын
Ren does more with this sea shells line in a piece called Money Game, Part 2. Depth!
@pugsabi6 ай бұрын
I didn't realize it was a reference until this reaction video so I'm glad he pointed it out.
@schuylerkrizay619222 күн бұрын
Sorry, I am really dense. What exactly is the reference? It cut to the 8 mile battle scene I am confused lol
@dream_less222419 күн бұрын
@@schuylerkrizay6192 it's a reference to another line of another song by Ren, called "money game pt.2". Go listen to it if you haven't! :)
@antomic13 Жыл бұрын
That was bardcore,a new genre a young genius
@AnotherFacelessDigitalNoOne4 ай бұрын
"This had better be fire" .... head gets engulfed the the flames of genius
@AnthonyLauder Жыл бұрын
I think the perfect word to describe the style when he has stood up is "defiant". He is standing up to the "evil" side, but not in an angry way. Rather, in a defiant, and not passive way.
@grimmliberty7447 Жыл бұрын
I concur with that assessment.
@justinarnold7840 Жыл бұрын
Maybe Triumphant
@bt4604 Жыл бұрын
that was his angel speaking
@bobdobbs1168 Жыл бұрын
@@bt4604 I go by many names also; for sure this is his angelic side replying to the demonic
@amyg4961 Жыл бұрын
Yes. I was going to say ‘focused’ but defiant works so well.
@lynette. Жыл бұрын
Now try his masterpiece triology Jennys tale Screeches tale and Violets tale. If you do no other please do this.
@bench7434 Жыл бұрын
The rush of emotions when he starts to sing at the end is just incredible..
@joestrat2723 Жыл бұрын
My favourite part of the piece. Goosebumps every time.
@darlenepineda4730 Жыл бұрын
I cry every time.
@BASSFACEDNB Жыл бұрын
One of the most powerful songs ive ever heard
@lizrobertson2704 Жыл бұрын
That final singing session has both lights flashing like crazy. We don't really know if Hope won. I think the cycle has started all over again.
@hollyspeckle Жыл бұрын
@@lizrobertson2704 I take it to mean the two sides are integrated, he’s made peace with the swinging pendulum
@JensRandolff Жыл бұрын
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.
@christinegingrich3926 Жыл бұрын
That is a very thorough list. Thank you! I don't want to miss a thing!
@JensRandolff Жыл бұрын
@@christinegingrich3926 Thank you. Thorough, but by no means complete.
@crunchydragontreats6692 Жыл бұрын
@@JensRandolff Thank you for sharing Ren’s story and music in the comment section of all these reaction videos. Keep pushing the algorithm. The Army of Ren marches on. Grab your ketchup and crunch away my friends.
@JensRandolff Жыл бұрын
@@crunchydragontreats6692 I'll try my best.
@viracocha03 Жыл бұрын
Great comment, although I don't think The Big Push has broken up. I'm pretty sure he talked about them doing a new album in the future.
@lilyaddy1963 Жыл бұрын
The Hunger by Ren really shows his rapping ability as does Genesis. The tale of Jenny and screech (full) will leave you absolutely speechless!
@baronr999 Жыл бұрын
Agreed
@jesikaliptakova2745 Жыл бұрын
And dont forget to Money game! Part I and Part II - in this song is "she sell she sell on the sea shore"
@chandrabrame4344 Жыл бұрын
Try Chalk Outline.
@al3x1s10 Жыл бұрын
@@jesikaliptakova2745 It's "she sells sea shells on a sea shore"
@ThePhilly501 Жыл бұрын
Amen!
@robpotter4175 Жыл бұрын
I love this song. A lot of people's favourite line is "some people know me as the voice that you hear when you loosen the noose on the rope." I absolutely love the line right after that and think its the entire inspiration for the song "and you know how I know that ill prosper, because I stand here beside you today." He made it past his darkest days and is sharing his story for the people who don't know if there is light at the other end of the tunnel.
@StLProgressive Жыл бұрын
I’ve only seen one or two reactors actually remark about that line, which is the most powerful in the song IMO. The whole song is brilliant, but that line literally gave me chills. I’ve been at that point twice in my life, and he’s right, hope is what pulled me back. 🙏🏻
@schadenfreudemorningstar5967 Жыл бұрын
Yes, definitely my favourite/most powerful line. I get so frustrated when it is just breezed over by 99.9% of reactors. Also re: the noose line, I like that "the voice that you hear when you loosen the noose on the rope" is separate from "hope", i.e Just because you can turn away from the attempt, doesn't mean that you will all of a sudden find hope. Plenty of people struggle so much harder from that point, and plenty, unfortunately, seem to find hope then lose the struggle.
@sysjsfgdsfgsrtg Жыл бұрын
I would listen to a while album of ren singing and playing just like that uplifting reggae style near the end. The fact that it's just one little part of an amazing varied song is why he is so talented!
@mjdagnino Жыл бұрын
"when you loosen the noose on the rope." I have said this before, this is the most powerful line of the entire song to me. I have never attempted to take my life, but my best friend has. He was able to walk away and is still kickin! When I heard this line, it makes me realize that there are so many people that struggle with suicide and it makes me so sad. Please seek help. Please...
@indiafox5786 Жыл бұрын
New sub! I just found Ren as well and I just feel understood. Mentally, and I suffer from an auto immune disease. Brilliant man
@PalmelaHanderson Жыл бұрын
I really like how, at the end, after the "hope" persona has said his piece, the lights start flickering again. It suggests that the darkness is still there, but he's just dancing with it rather than trying to lock it inside him, like he did earlier in the song.
@FastNCurious88Ай бұрын
❤❤❤❤🎉❤❤❤❤
@lynette. Жыл бұрын
Look into his story he was misdiagnosed for years he has Lymes disease and PTSD he is in Canada at the moment after surgery only meant to be a couple of months but it is going to be more like 6 months +. Such a talented artist knew you would like his writing.
@AudioVile Жыл бұрын
Young man, when I saw that you are a poet, I KNEW this would hit you. Your obvious appreciation for the poetry and the message is refreshing and inspiring. Thank you for that!!
@jasonhutcherson6224 Жыл бұрын
This is musical artistic Genius. He's up for an award from Sundance or Cannes music. And that's Awesome but it deserves a Grammy Nomination.
@99elizabeth Жыл бұрын
That build up to him starting to sing gives me chills every time. Incredible at rapping but his singing voice is also so beautiful
@californiagrandma Жыл бұрын
Me too! My eyes tear up every time he stands up and starts singing, and I’ve watched it more than 50 times at this point.
@thomasmelton287 Жыл бұрын
Same I start getting chills just knowing it's coming
@MrNocolon21 Жыл бұрын
Time for the trilogy next (The tale of Jenny and Screech Full). Super awesome poetry - even more story telling.
@N.Sloane Жыл бұрын
Another one take shot type of take... and done like a proper minstrel in the streets of England. Ren truly is brilliant in his writing, and the execution of each piece.
@jackieroberts7895 Жыл бұрын
@@N.Sloanethat's true but Ren is actually welsh
@N.Sloane Жыл бұрын
@@jackieroberts7895 was someone denying that?
@stanleymchale9477 Жыл бұрын
Hey Youngblood. Watched a ton of Hi Ren reactions and yours is easily right up there with the most watchable. Great analysis and insightful commentary. Subscribed.
@YoungbloodPoetry Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that!
@pamelajean17 Жыл бұрын
Same!
@robwalker7575 Жыл бұрын
This is more than music. This is art, performed perfectly.
@FastNCurious88Ай бұрын
Exactly. This is a one-man full on play. He incapsulates all characters *flawlessly.* An incredible work of pure art and a display of absolute genius. 🎉❤️🩹🫂
@Ursanity7 Жыл бұрын
this whole song is based on his actual life hes been through 7 to 10 years of being misdiagnosed he finaly got light of his problem autoimunity disease lyme disease that caused allot of braindamage psychosis depression you name it he getting treatment now in canada to help him become more functioning he truly is amazing
@zackbryans4982 Жыл бұрын
The message is so beautifully done. "Doubt" Ren is poised as an antagonist through most of the performance, but it's really important to understand that that there was no "good Ren" or "bad Ren" there was just Ren. That doubtful voice is a part of you, nothing you do will ever silence it, and you will only find peace when you learn to accept every part of yourself.
@farfromperfek Жыл бұрын
He is also playing in minor key for the evil side and switches to a major Key for the light side. He also is using modulation for the battle between the two sides.
@FastNCurious88Ай бұрын
Yes soooo many little details and Easter eggs. Like how before he puts the guitar down he doesn't play the last note. He leaves it suggesting the song is truly never-ending.
@FastNCurious88Ай бұрын
This is a one-man full on play. He incapsulates all characters *flawlessly.* An incredible work of pure art and a display of absolute genius. 🎉❤️🩹🫂
@daddoudan Жыл бұрын
Ren has a whole bunch of poetic songs. However, if you want to experience his grasp on storytelling and ability to create mood, character and also act, watch the Tale Of Jenny and Screech (Full). It's a trilogy which includes Violet's Tale. REACT TO THIS TRILOGY!!!
@carlrosenzweig1867 Жыл бұрын
I'm sure you'd enjoy and get something out of just about anything of his, but I'm going to push for two in particular. The Tale of Jenny and Screech (and Violet), the complete version in order. A great piece of storytelling. And if you'd be interested in seeing him rapping for real, I'd suggest The Hunger. Thanks.
@emobandito Жыл бұрын
I second this. If you appreciate storytelling at the highest level, watch the video with all three stories back to back. It’s one of those things that you think about hours after you see it
@ronallen5588 Жыл бұрын
I agree....you need to do The Tale of Jenny & Screech (full)
@Bobbias Жыл бұрын
Absolutely agreed. When I watched The Tale of Jenny and Screech it cemented in my mind that Ren truly understands his art. When I hear The Hunger it cemented my understanding of just how damn good his rap technicals are. Hi Ren certainly hinted that it wasn't a one off, and that he had some serious rap technicals buried in there, but hearing those songs really drove the point home.
@susiejo143 Жыл бұрын
Also Chaulk outlines
@yilomina2047 Жыл бұрын
@@susiejo143 Yes! And Sick Boi
@thickmike Жыл бұрын
Great reaction. As others have said, The Tale of Jenny and Screech (full version) will really blow you away; it’s his masterpiece.
@benjamensheward8989 Жыл бұрын
This performance is amazing and so powerful! One thematic element I've not really seen commented on is when he brings back the refrain "I've been taking time to be distant....", there is a subtle but very important shift in stance from passive "my therapist told me I'm ill", to ownership "I've spent half my life ill" that leads to the defiant messages of hope and understanding in the final verses.
@roystevenson9632 Жыл бұрын
This modern masterpiece needs to be part of every high school curriculum.
@neiladdison4457 Жыл бұрын
For me, this is a timeline. It starts with conversations between the two sides but it escalates until the moment that evil takes over and it gets very dark. When he comes back in after that it feels, to me, like that is a return after a breakdown and the guitar feel you you mention simplifies all the way down to just very simple root notes of the chords and signifies complete calm, nothing complex at all. It then builds from there to the 'hope' and triumph that comes from standing up against this voice. Triumph is the word. It gives me such a feeling of overcoming adversity. A positivity coming from such darkness. What a story.💪
@YoungbloodPoetry Жыл бұрын
Yeah so true
@jusdubzzz Жыл бұрын
Ren is the kind of person that can do anything. I'm sure he could act or dance. We already know he can sing, play guitar, rap, produce, direct, write and most importantly take care of himself. He is a prodigy. Period. An exploding quasar! I'm he for it.
@Magicme79 Жыл бұрын
I love how he’s up and he’s strong and almost dancing at the end of the video, but the lights are still going berserk behind him to show that dark Ren is still there, but he’s learning how to cope with that
@glenn_desert_witch8 ай бұрын
I have yet to see a reaction where there aren’t tears in people’s eyes when the “hope” part plays.
@swyts Жыл бұрын
Great reaction. Welcome to the Ren rabbit hole. I think he's speaking in 6 distinct voices in the song. First aria, yodeling, whatever. Really well put together piece picked on the guitar with great vocals. 2 voices then start talking. Then Lucifer vs. Hope. Finally the artist who learned to dance with the demons. I could argue the 7th voice with the spoken word, but I was just talking about the song. I also like how Lucifer had to rattle off several names, but Hope only needed one. Jenny & Screech, full version. I subbed so I can see this later, even though I've seen several of those already.
@kodi1969 Жыл бұрын
Have never thought of this song having more than the two voices, but your comment makes sense..and adds another layer to the song.
@shanapettigrew1609 Жыл бұрын
Another Name I associate with HOPE now, is REN and the looks and reaction on ALL THE FACES that are Blessed to have found this thing we are ALL CRAVING and NEEDING right NOW.. he’s a GodSend.. that’s what I know 🔥❤️🇺🇸🙏
@garethmackrell2304 Жыл бұрын
I don't think I'm being over the top when I say this might be one of the most important pieces of art in the last few years. I enjoyed your reaction. Thank you, Ren.
@PhoenixAndTheRaven Жыл бұрын
Exactly. Even a person who doesn't play guitar recognizes the greatness of that into. This is special. Beginning to end. True art
@Colgan1 Жыл бұрын
Ren is a solo artist and has a band called The Big Push. The lad is extremely talented and is out of this world. This song is a hard listen when you know what he has been through and i appreciate him doing this, he isnt the first to shine light on mental health but it is hard for ones to talk about it. I have seen comments over comments of people saying because of this song it has helped people to seek help. That is a win.
@ojophoyimbo14 күн бұрын
Youngblood: This better be fire! Ren: I got you, bro.
@itsakittyting Жыл бұрын
I have been fighting with my inner voice ever since I can remember, almost 50 years now, are you telling me that not everyone has that ongoing internal war? I have often told people that I argue with myself the whole time, and I have always assumed everyone had that, but actually no one ever seemed to understand, until I heard this song. Great reaction👍
@jodiwest353410 ай бұрын
The hope playing style, as you call it? To me? Its when the two sides cone together? When he is able to get them to dance as he puts it. The faster more dissonant tone and the very soft melodic tone when together become their own style. And thats when the voices stop and he just sings the sounds.
@soulie64 Жыл бұрын
Not only am I hooked on this track but I’m also hooked on the reactions to this track and I’m 58 years old! 😂 Ren is unbelievably talented! The whole production team have done an amazing job on this video! 👌👌👌
@_bing_chilling Жыл бұрын
100% the best ending of a reaction to this video I've seen and I've seen probably 100 reactions so far.
@Elaina_W5 ай бұрын
So glad I wasn’t the only one who made the comparison between Hi Ren and Intro III
@andycopland3179 Жыл бұрын
It's a flamenco guitar, technically he isn't doing anything crazy in this, but I've seen him play in other songs and he's definitely solid. He's far better than me on guitar, but I understand what's going on theoretically. The hardest song I've tried to learn would be Elliot Smith - Angeles.... that'll knock your socks off.
@elisabethcassinari464 Жыл бұрын
My father doesn't believe he gave me anything. But he did. He taught me about goosebumps. Those songs that reach inside your soul and walk on your skin. This song is one of those songs. Your sending me into the direction of NF's HOPE was also a gift. Powerful. Refined grit. Like drinking 300-year-old scotch out of a tin can. Thank you for the gift.
@lauramattingly23 Жыл бұрын
That was beautifully written my love. Amen
@ianbrooks451615 күн бұрын
Saw someone comment once on this video that Ren ends the song on an ‘unresolved chord’ which they suggested indicated that the fight isnt over, which to me was a great way to look at it
@mjhill7211 ай бұрын
I've watched dozens of reaction videos to this this song and you are the only one who got the "she sells sea shells" reference.
@Sonnymonster Жыл бұрын
No words that I could speak right now could possibly do justice to the brilliance of Ren and his music❤️
@patrickretsel7048 Жыл бұрын
I’ve seen 40 of these reactions to the art of REN…..you did a great job one of the best and I love you energy….new sub here thanks….
@murielbilly4296 Жыл бұрын
Since I discover Ren , I need to listen to his incredible poetry-music everyday. Some of his songs in a row, like 'Dear God', 'Do you believe ', 'i don't know how to be me' with Chinchilla. I can relate to him, being myself fighting against a chronic illness and pain (Ehlhers-Danlos syndrom), and chronic depression and anxiety. I needed to hear that I'm not alone, physical and mental illness are not something to hide . Thank you Ren for your music, it's helping people to hold on. From Belgium.
@janinemeier7201 Жыл бұрын
Nomatter how many times I see hi Ren the tears leak. A more human work of Art I have yet to witness. Art as adaptogen.
@MikeyPea72 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for joining us in our appreciation of an artist and genius. Ren's message is not just for musicians, it is for all of us.
@EV4RY Жыл бұрын
He never disappoints, enjoy the journey ❤
@rael199911 ай бұрын
Hey Young Blood I'm 64 now and music has been so important to me ever since my early teens. I have no hesitation in saying that for me Ren's 'Hi Ren' video is the most influential (although it be for different reasons) since I watched Bohemian Rhapsody back in the 70's. One of the most refreshing, unique and diverse artists I've seen for some time. He's going to be up there with the great lyricists and it's incredible how emotionally he puts those words across. Your review and break down was bob on man, because you didn't stop it too many times. I watched Justin Hawkins review of it and how he got anything out of it emotionally I'll never know because he was pausing it every 20 seconds.
@davinityridder7595 Жыл бұрын
Poetic masterpiece. Raw emotion expressed in every struggle he has endured.
@Asperibra Жыл бұрын
Love that you went back to add additional analysis, that's awesome and honestly what i like to watch these type of videos for. Ren is a massive, massive talent
@jonathongeorge3093 Жыл бұрын
Please do "Tale of Jenny & Screech (Full)" next... it is like a modern day Shakespearian tragedy, but told (& acted out) by one man & his guitar in the streets of London (all three segments were also done as one takes... just like this one!).
@amandawilson890 Жыл бұрын
As a poet myself, i just gotta say ... i really appreciate the way your head bops in time to the actual syllables instead of the guitar a lot of the time lol. Poetically, the tale of jenny and screech is beautiful. As a music fan, sickboi is a fucking BOP.
@ericthompson3982 Жыл бұрын
Man, you really got this song. Chef's kiss back to you.
@SleepingLionUK Жыл бұрын
You're the voice I hear when I loosen the noose on the rope... wow. .just wow. And thanks.🙏🙏🙏💯💯👏👏👏👌👌👌❤❤
@michellebarnett3552 Жыл бұрын
HE DESERVES A GRAMMY!
@cherrybomb1386 Жыл бұрын
Several
@rxmud9539 Жыл бұрын
The unique sound you like so much is because he's got nylon strings on his guitar. He did that intentionally. Gives that "extra" sound he wanted.
@GlammaUniQorn Жыл бұрын
It may interest you to know that Ren was actually signed by Sony many years ago, he became sick shortly after and that is when Sony dropped him. He is currently in Canada receiving treatment for misdiagnosed (for 8 years) lyme disease and all his success is purely based on his own writing/playing the music/recording/mixing and distribution all by himself. Truly an independent genius of our time, we are so lucky to have him, and I am glad Sony don't get to partake in his worldwide success and recognition after being so cruel to him. Great reaction... I highly recommend "The Tale of Jenny and Screech" next, exactly how Ren presents it in a trilogy. You will not be disappointed, it's an entire experience.
@shdwdrgn Жыл бұрын
Jenny's tale (full, or at least in order Jenny, Screech, Violet), Sick Boi, Genesis, Hunger, Power, Chalk Outlines, The two part Money Game, especially part 2 and How to be me are all great and worth your time. His busking lives are great but are more a showcase of his performance ability than his own 'thing' - but still fire. + live > lyric, never miss a chance to see him do the live versions
@Spunky62 Жыл бұрын
YEAH, WHAT Indisposed said! 🙋♀️💯🤣🤣
@sherylw4599 Жыл бұрын
@@Spunky62 and then watch them all again because this young man is genius.
@najaberthelsen Жыл бұрын
I HATE.. like I LOATHE my internal “discussions”, ‘cause these days and the last 13-14 years I’ve had internal dialogues or more like fights, much like the second part of the video. And I find it SO endlessly hard to not engage and just calm down. And you are so right about it when it comes to phycological illnesses. These are the EXACT thoughts that go through.
@FinarfinNoldorin Жыл бұрын
Not only did I watch it all the way though, but I watched your video several times. I loved your reaction to this amazing performance.
@patrikstjarna9 ай бұрын
I've also spent half my life I'll, I have borderline personality disorder. And one other personality disorder which I don't know the English word for but its about being anxious over every situation basically. And you are so right that this applies to alot of mental disorders. I just love this song so much, this back and forth, this wanting so much to be well but also destroying everything good for myself. Ppl tell you to think positive but my thoughts are literally screaming at my all day. And this song just warms my heart , it's so realatble and I love the patience of rens good side , how he sings softly and just never give up
@w.a.howell8609 Жыл бұрын
This young man is a legitimate artist. His struggles are very real. I have to say, "I cried ".
@scottwatson9453 Жыл бұрын
YEAH! A collaboration with NF and Ren would be super epic!!l And yes! You don't need to have any mental health issues to be able to relate when we all have self doubt now and again . Great and fun reaction!! Loved it
@KeesKouwenberg Жыл бұрын
Funny now you mention it. I have seen the clip a million times (maybe I exaggerate, and seen it only 900.000 times), but I never noticed that during the 'evil' Rens parts the lights were flickering. It's such a brilliant song, I hope the Grammy's will see that too. It sure is the best song of 2023. It is the best song of the last 25 years, so I dare to make the assumption.
@spotshouse8 ай бұрын
Also, when his back and forth personae are rapping, there are two shadows cast.
@KeesKouwenberg8 ай бұрын
@@spotshouse Damn, didn't I watch the clip at all???? Haha.... Next time I will see it, and never unsee it. More things I missed? :p
@spotshouse8 ай бұрын
Also, when he sings just before he stands he's looking to the front (I think that means he's sort of combined his two sides) the lamps flash just a little. And my 70 year old self is not sure how to check it, but I think there's a little bit of the last dark guitar that is some backwards notes from the original guitar music. (Hope that made sense)
@gennevieve6969 Жыл бұрын
The special sound you’re hearing from his guitar is because some of the strings were replaced with plastic. We used to do the same as kids when the proper string snapped and we didn’t have money to buy a new one. The plastic wasn’t great but it did the job and it was cheap. I recognised the sound right away, it’s something I didn’t even know I remembered and it took me way back to my childhood.
@spudlington Жыл бұрын
That guy Ren could win an Oscar easily, if he either sang or played any instrument, he would be cheating, he wouldn't need those things, only a great actor can do poetry without acting!
@rebeccanunez6376 Жыл бұрын
I'm so glad you did this one! You are such an open book when you're reacting and I love it! He calls his genre "bardcore." Thought you might appreciate that.
@leejones1319 Жыл бұрын
The depth and sophistication to this song/art cannot be under estimated. It says more about psychological processes and spirituality in 9 minutes than anything I've ever seen. Absolute genius and masterpiece. This is not even adding the artistic craft in the delivery musically, poetically, and his voice!!!! He is Ren!
@rajanogray9088 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this review. He deserves as much exposure as he can get. I subscribed to your channel. I agree, Ren is an amazing artist. You may want to check out his songs Heretic and Sick Boi.
@amandaresch4862Ай бұрын
I enjoyed your non verbal communication so much! All your moves and just your total vibe. Good stuff! ❤
@stephenlackey5852 Жыл бұрын
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.
@steveleestewart001 Жыл бұрын
REN is a plethora of different musicalities depending where he is at a particular time in his journeyed head - what comes out of his genius is his authenticity and every time I hear one of his songs it becomes a favourite so many good tunes to choose from HI REN is the gateway song to the rest of his catalogue - this was a good reaction - great dude - Here is todays REN to love lol :) kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rtWZatN6leCrgHU.html
@FastNCurious88Ай бұрын
11:41 when he looks into the camera for the very first time and this verse that comes with it.... just..... ❤ Goosebumps.....
@Code9 Жыл бұрын
Truly genius on so many levels. The creative vision that existed in his head before even a line or a note was realized into existence is genius, let alone the fully realized result. Master Class stuff.
@carladicarlo3255 Жыл бұрын
I just found you and this has been my favorite reaction to Hi Ren. As someone who suffers from mental illness (although not nearly as bad as what Ren went through) I love that you immediately saw that this was his internal dialogue. I love that you picked up on the subtleties like the lights. I’ve watched so many reactions to this song and after watching interviews with Ren I can tell you that you were spot on. ❤
@darlinesly93642 ай бұрын
He does everything, rap, rock, reggae,ska, jazz, blues,ballads, a lot of storytelling with impact and truth about the human condition. He doesn’t fit in any specific box . Those of us who enjoy his amazing talent are surprised by each new song because we don’t know if it will just be a lighthearted jam, something retro, whether we will be left in tears, or our brain will just implode. It’s always amazing. We strap in and go.
@shurngirdleh3936 Жыл бұрын
I’m a simple man. I see a react video on Ren, I subscribe. Love your insights into this beautiful piece of art, can’t wait to explore your vids, bro!
@KeithDCanada Жыл бұрын
Dude... I just stumbled on him because of this video recently also... and I have to say, his "Money Game", Part 1 & 2, are pure fire.