Hey man!! I really appreciate you checking out my track and I'm so glad it connected so much! Big love for the support man!!

Ren made me cry... I'm an adult male. I haven't cried for many years. I'm 44. I heard this and it felt like a mirror. Beautiful, relatable and honest.

The way I've been describing his music is "nothing you're expecting to hear and everything you didn't know you needed"

I'm 60. I've been listening to music for a long time. Ren is one of the most interesting artists I have had the pleasure of encountering

Ren has said that if any reactor’s get a copyright strike, just appeal and it’ll be approved. He *wants* people reacting and sharing his art to help reach wider and newer audiences. And wants to give back to you all by allowing you all to monetize your reaction videos ❤

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

I feel in my bones, that all uf us are witnessing something amazing here with the rise of Ren. The support for him is amazing, people relate immensely to his lyrics and they are supporting each other. Feels like he has drawn out the hurt and suffering people who have been in hiding, too scared to speak up. He gives us a voice 🖤🖤🖤

Live and one take... Just as impressive as his lyricism and singing.

This wasn't just a song or a rap or a music video, it was a masterpiece of performance art with raw emotion and a meaningful message

That's Ren--Now you need to go look up the full version of "Jenny and Screech," it's in three parts, do them all at once in the correct order--"Jenny, Screech, Violet," and wait for your mind to be thoroughly blown. When you're done with that one, look up "Chalk Outlines" and discover a completely different side to his music, then jump on "Sick Boi" for another extreme in a different direction. You think this was good--that's just the introduction--it goes deep.

This is something special. Not once has there ever been a new song I loved so much that I waited for someone else to request it. But I knew someone would request you do this. Your reaction was PRICELESS. Duality, this was about duality, finding the balance between your shadow and your light. Since I fought my anxiety that first time I went to see H Mack. I have slowly started to realize it's a balance. We all win and we all lose. No ones perfect. What drives ppl with anxiety so crazy is we try and control everything and make a plan B, C, and D. Catastrophizing... we end up willing our fears into existence. Great reaction, Nick.

Make sure after this, you do Jenny’s Tale, Screech’s Tale then the trilogy finale, Violets Tale. Try not to deviate from that order. It’ll make sense. He’s a master at his craft, both musically, instrumentally but also theatrically. Not only does HE narrate the story by both singing and talking, he uses his incredibly masterful guitar playing as a secondary narrator. He’s incredibly unique and very engaging. Enjoy the trip!

He does all his own beats, writes his songs, produces them...he is a jack of all trades! If you want to hear his rapping, Hunger is bad ass. The Tale of Jenny and Screech (full) shows his story telling talent...and musical talent. He's just bad ass.

Ren was signed to Sony when they saw him busking but shortly after became very ill bed ridden up to 23 hours a day in excruciating pain and Sony dropped him! He then spent many years being miss diagnosed and treated for conditions before finally being diagnosed correctly with lymes disease. He was given stem cell treatment which helped but permanent damage had been done to his immune system and neurological function he is currently in Canada for further treatment. Fingers crossed all goes well for him there. ❤

This was art on many levels; visual, instrumental, acting, vocal, inspirational. Keep peeling this onion and you will find more and more layers.

Great reaction. I saw Ren reply in one of the reactions on this track. He said that should reactors get a copyright issue, then they should appeal it. He has spoken with his distributors and they have agreed not to follow through. The appeal will be successful. This will allow the reactor to monetize their reactions. I know this is only hear-say but it’s also a fact.

Ren is a breath of fresh air in our music . One of a kind and not afraid to express himself and share his darkest stories about himself . Genius

Ren is different than anyone I have ever seen! You can’t put him in a box. What Genre? He’s a genius. He’s a wonderful guitarist, a singer, a rapper, a storyteller, and an actor! With just a guitar and him, I’ve NEVER seen an artist like this, EVER! He sucks you into the story because his acting and you can picture the struggle and how you can relate. Then you start to feel things from a man and a guitar! He’s got all of my love and support! Very good reaction!!

Ren is an insanely talented guy who's fiercely independent but still has millions of views on his KZfaq channel. I think he might be a game-changer. His talent as a multi-instrumentalist, rapper, singer, songwriter, storyteller, and performer is unlike anything I've ever seen, and I've been around for a long time. He's also a great person, and it wouldn't be unusual for him to send you his thanks. Other people have mentioned he's currently getting treatment in Canada, and it's expensive. He has a GoFundMe, but it's not my place to post the link. He has the link and his background on the community tab of his KZfaq channel. Maybe you can share it. Oh, yeah...THANKS for the fantastic reaction!

I love when a reactor not only enjoys the video, but gets it!! I mean, really gets it!!!!!! I watched several reactions to this guy, and you by far are the best one!!!!!! I was so utterly mesmerized by this whole thing!!!! This dude needs yo be protected!! We do not need to lose him!!!!

I LOVE That this is his real life. He is finding himself and finally making it big. This song is so deep!!!

Ren popped up out of nowhere for me about 6 weeks ago! So happy you saw this, Ren is just so incredibly talented.

I'm so glad you finally got to this one. Someone else has mentioned that you've seen him before - remember the 2 dudes busking in the street and you were amazed that they could sing so well whilst smoking a cigarette? That was Ren and Sam who you reacted to 3 months back. This was the first track of Ren's I heard and it blew me away too, but personally I'd say your biggest treat is yet to come - you really need to see his trilogy known as 'The Tale of Jenny and Screech'. Just make sure you find the full version that contains all 3 songs in one, so you don't accidentally watch them in the wrong order. Prepare for a storytelling masterclass which will blow your mind at the end. Thanks for a great reaction... again. :)

Loved your reaction. Pretty please with sugar on top... take the ride down the rabbit hole. tale of jenny & screech full version 13+ mins long of A 3 Part story. you will not regret it. Ty

He does a lot of these videos live in 1 take. That makes his talent even greater

When I first watched Hi Ren I was already impressed by the lyricism, the honesty and the creativity, but when he opens up his voice toward the end and really belts out in that higher register I was absolutely shocked. I can see you can appreciate a truly skilled vocal artist so I have to recommend you check out Ren X Chinchilla Chalk Outlines Live, and How To Be Me. Both of those really show off Ren's insanely good vocal skills. Honestly, I put his vocal quality right up there with Jeff Buckley, Patrick Watson and even Eddie Vedder, just because there's something extremely unique and powerful in his intonation and delivery. He's got that specific something that really grabs your soul.

I love your reaction. So sincere. To be honest I also put a lot of attention to his acting skills. I know he's ill and coping with mental problems too (so he knows what he's talking about) but he's a normal human being and a genius artist. I can't even call this a "song". This is a piece of art (from setting the scene, guitar playing, singing, rapping, changing voice, giving speech). He is a genius, indeed. And you are right, he could get some big role in a movie (great personality and so much talent)

The best new artist I've come across in literally decades. As you dig into his back catalogue you will find, as I do, that he has the fullest set of skills, and he does it all at a high level, with all those skills beautifully integrated. My daughter told me she's been following him for years... Is there anybody else out there as good as this ? It just goes to show that there's still fantastic music and art being made all the time. And the message ? I've seen this about 50 times and it's still giving me chills.

You reacted to one of Rens songs a couple months back. Maybe it was Sam Tompkins you were reacting to, as he went viral then, but he was with Ren. I commented on that video for you to react to this, glad you got here in the end 👌

“That note ain’t even that easy to hit”...but you did it. Congratulations. I can’t even get close. 😂

He is also a master as the one take live performance ..the Tales of Jenny screech and violet is a must all done live and in that order ..mind blowing stuff

Ren is so special. He's been put through the ringer enough for multiple lifetimes, and he has found a way to not only persevere, but use his crucible to create art that only he could.

My first encounter with @RenMakesMusic was via "Hi Ren". It left me mentally, emotionally, even physically, drained - for days. Just imagine for one moment what Ren put himself through to drag this performance out.

The dude is wildly talented. Performance art at its absolute best.

Awesome reaction! If you want to see his storytelling at its finest, check out Ren’s trilogy “The Tale of Jenny & Screech (full)”. It’s a 3 part tale. If you’d like to see his rapping abilities, check out “The Hunger”.

No one has ever described life to me as well as Ren did at the end. That speech alone has helped me to relieve my anxiety to the point I’m not always on edge.

If you like stories, you will love his trilogy of Jenny's tale, Screech"s tale and Voilet's tale in that order.

You have reacted to him before he was busking in London with Sam Tompkins. You were very impressed with both singers, it was a great reaction! As was this!

My feeling is that Ren’s greatest gift is his ability to open so many people up to so many different types of music. It’s too easy today to remain in a bubble and become closed to anything outside of a very narrow set of genres. His live performances with The Big Push are ridiculously good.

My entire family is musical, we all sing, play guitar, bass, drums, piano, write songs, and I am totally binging on Ren lately. I just can really appreciate how talented he is. Personally, I love Ren & Sam Tompkin’s live street busking covers of Earned it/Man’s World/Falling… Ren is seriously multitasking with his talents in that one 🤯 and I love also REN’s band The Big Push with their street busking covers of Wade in the Water/Nina Simone/Trouble So Hard 🙌🙌🙌

How have i not seen this reaction until now!? You're literally one of my favourite Ren reactors. I have shamed myself! 😂

💖🙏 Not fight but relax and soften through it. 😁 Thanks for your reaction, loved to see how it got you sucked into it and touched you. 😊 Enjoy the ride into the Ren-bit-hole, have a nice Ren-aissance. 😂👌 It will be absolutely Renomenal. 🙈 Very Rencommended. 🙉

I loved your reaction! Ren has a mastery of rap, hip-hop and can even pull off the 80s beaatie boys sound too. You must see Rens' THE HUNGER GENESIS WHAT YOU WANT POWER REN CAN CHANGE UP THE RYTHYM, WHERE THE RHYME takes place (middle of word orline as opposed to the end word/syllable) his vocabulary, articulation, enunciation , eloquence, and delivering this sometimes faster than a machine gun, fluently, fluidly, and comprehensible. Then check out JENNY & SCREECHES TALE (FULL) HOW TO BE ME CHALK OUTLINES there are so many more that are all fantastic. You will find that Ren is not categorizable, he doesn't fit neatly under any category or genre. The most profound thing I heard a reaction videographer say about Ren was. " Ren is a rising tide..... A rising tide lifts ALL the ships with it." I'm sorry I can't remember his name, but that anecdote stuck with me. Looking forward to checking out your other vids! All the best to you & yours Ann

Been waiting for you to do this! Such a talented artist who’s work has the ability to change the world for the better. Check out his full catalogue, Chalk Outlines, Blind Eyed ft Angry Carpark Attendant for his singing, Money Game 1 and 2, Sick Boi, The Hunger for his rapping the trilogy of Jenny, Screech and Violet for his creativity. Dude is just an artist through and through… Also his personal story of struggle, illness and what he has done to pursue an incredible music talent is inspiring. Definitely do more reactions on him, you won’t be disappointed.

This is a great reaction. Loved seeing you actually get it and be transformed. Everyone gets it but you GOT it.

You Saw a video with Ren and Sam Thompkis sing in the street ( busking) in the UK . You kept say I can't believe he smoking. Ren was the guy on the guitar and singing with him . Maybe this will jog your memory.

Such an incredible story teller - his song 'Voilets tale' hits REAL hard. Brought tears to my eyes.

I watch Ren reactions every time I come across a new one and this is one of the best because you forgot to analyze the song structure and performance notes and just felt it. You get it. I like that. I'm your latest subscriber because you are just as human as I am.

Thank you for the reaction. I fell down the Ren rabbit hole a few weeks ago and I've listened to almost everything he has now. This video is part of what I call, Ren's Musical Theater.

1 guy ... 1 guitar ... incredible artist. great reaction.

Thank you 🙏❤ ThatSingerReactions ❤ for your 🐷 Ren - Hi Ren reaction! #ren #hiren #1uk

Onya Michael! Thanks for requesting this. I've been hoping someone would

You have reacted to Ren before with Sam Tompkins doing the live version of blind eyed! I remember cause I laughing at, you wanting to know if the cigarette was lit hahaha Excited for you to adventure down the Ren rabbit hole he is amazing!! You'll love the hunger, power, losing it, chalk outlines, what you want, genesis... oh the list goes on

Hi Ren. 🎯 Nice to freaking meet you. 🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯 Great reaction Singer. Say hi to my friend Cliff for me. ✌️💖🎼 #thewarningband⚡

Such a great reaction. I am so glad you recognised Ren's creativity, talent and brilliance. It was also a one take video which makes it even more impressive. I have been watching Ren busking live for seven years and it is great that he is finally going global. Another great thing about Hi Ren is it is encouraging other people to discuss their own mental health issues. I suggest you go on a Ren journey. It's an exciting ride! Check out Chalk Outlines (live) and some of his busking videos with The Big Push to hear his beautiful singing voice. Enjoy!

Ayo, this Reaction was the first time I watched a Reactor react to Ren. I had seen the Video already. I am building a Top 6 Ren Reactions and Songs List and out of all the "Hi Ren" I have watched yours was the most impactful to me. Thank you =)

Ren brought me here... loved your reaction. Will definitely be checking out more of your reactions. You got a new subscriber!! :)

My brother you have reacted to Ren before sir! I believe it was when he teamed up with Sam Thompson on a song but I forgot which song it was because I’ve watched a lot of your videos 😂 especially your Angelina Jordan videos but gotta say you should definitely check out his trilogy next in order.... Jenny’s tale, screeches tale, violets tale sir! They come in one video if you play the full version it’s about 13 minutes total but well worth the time my friend! See you next time sir

I've been waiting for your reaction to this love the look on your face when he hit those notes

As a counselor...this is so powerful, profound, insightful. BEAUTIFUL 🙏🏽❤💐✊🏽

It's our job to be human. It's why we are here, and Ren has discovered that truth and presented it from his own unique experience of life. The reason we have never seen his like before is that he was never needed before. This is gonna be his time, and our time along with him.

Props to you my man, I've watched a ton of these reaction videos to Hi Ren, and you are only the second person I've seen who has twigged there's a third voice in it! As I'm sure someone else will have already mentioned, this is shot as live. This is the (I believe) fourth take. Vocal is live, guitar is live, mental lighting is live. Oh, and your face at 4m03s is utterly priceless.

So happy i chose you to take me through Rens magic repertoire with a deeper look. This video totally confirmed that. The song is of course out of this world and this reaction of yours proves it. It's like you saw a ghost, a genius ghost

I have been waiting for you to find him ,next the trilogy Jenny ,Screech and Violet mind blowing story telling also chalk outlines with chinchilla.

I just realized that I never watched your first Ren reaction - what a delight to go back and watch this, knowing how your relationship with Ren will grow. Beautiful reaction, of course.

I've watched loads of your Ren reactions, and I just returned to re-watch the first time you saw Ren... thoroughly enjoyed it having seen you now discover all of his other songs, I've been enjoying the journey brother.

Loved your reactions man, great video. I highly recommend checking out Ren's songs/videos in the following order: Money Game Part 2 -then Money Game Part 1 -then Jenny and Screech trilogy -then Chalk Outlines - then Sick Boi -and all of that leads into the "Hi Ren" video. REN is brilliant, and has a lot of vision and aim with his stuff, and there are a number of clues 'stitched' into the lyrics of Hi Ren that reference his previous works. It's been really enjoyable becoming familiar with his stuff, and watching a wide array of reactions from people on YT.

I loved your reaction. I felt the same way. I can never watch him for the first time ever again. So I watch reactions, so I can feel the same way again. Thanks!!

I was lucky enough to be in Brighton England in June 2018 and witnessed this be of their top viewed videos on KZfaq live. They were amazing

❤ your reaction is priceless. Been trying to catch up on all the reaction creators and I am sorry it took me such a long time. I love your take on it and you gave me that first time being flabbergasted again. Much love from the Netherlands 🇱🇺 💜

Oh Oh Oh I'm so happy you did this. There's so much amazing work for you to explore and discover. Yesssss... looking forward to you diving deep! BTW, you've reacted to him before, back in October, 2022. Ren and Sam were busking and sang Blind Eyed.

This song felt like a cross between Rik Mayall, Tim Minchin and Gollum. Talented boy.

He is the very definition of a modern day troubadour. Genius!!

How did I miss this? I followed you for Ren, yet I never saw this! ❤ love you Dom

Fantastic reaction -- and I watch a LOT of Hi Ren reactions. I am not addicted. Thanks a lot -- I've subscribed. Your perspective is great.

I'm going to my therapist in 2 hours, I'm playing this and asking why it effects me so much. Ren is super special

Subscribed. I appreciate reactors who detect Talent with meaningful words instead of just "wow", "cool" and e.t.c.

You actually did a reaction to Ren and Sam Tompkins - "Blind Eyed" I think. :)

Please keep reacting to Ren this was amazing. My daughter has bipolar, it is not something I would wish on anyone.

I’ve seen about 100 reacts to this. Yours in in my top 5. You’re a good man. Keep it up!

Finally!! Been waiting for you to do this. Please please do more Ren, you won't regret it

Your facial expressions through this whole thing brought me so much joy! This is officially my favorite reaction to this song!

GREAT REACTION MY FRIEND PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE REACT TO "CHALK OUTLINES" BY REN FEATURING CHINCHILLA. YOU REALLY ROCK MAN!!!! 🤘🏼🎶

Glad you finally got to enjoy brother =) continue down the rabbit hole, you won't be disappointed

Raw pain. Raw vulnerability. Raw honesty. Raw courage. Yes, THIS is what living with Psychosis is like on the inside. Aside from his undoubted and multiple talents, I think Ren has achieved, with one song, what 50+ years of 'community education to destigmatize mental health issues' has utterly failed to do. We're engaged, identify, empathise and CARE. This deserves MULTIPLE Awards.

I was 8 when my dad and uncle started abusing me. I spent the last 27 years in and out of therapy and pills and hospitals. This shit hits home hard. I’ve believed for the longest time it was okay because my dad fell 45 feet off of a utility pole and broke his back and both of his legs when I was only 2 years old. I knew why he was angry but he took away my childhood and any happiness I could ever dream of. I’m now 35 and still dealing with depression, anxiety, and psychosis. It’s not a good thing to deal with but this song has been a coping mechanism. Loved your reaction. Keep on keepin on.

I deeply enjoyed your reaction to this piece of Art, so I'm commenting for the algorythm. Off to wacth all your other Ren reactions, even though I really should get some sleep.

Because of you and your reaction videos, I ended up going down the Ren rabbit hole. So, for that I will say thank you. You have great insights and actually really funny responses. I'd love to hear your music since I know your a singer. I'm a musician always looking to collaborate with other artists.

For another head first dive in to the unique genius that is Ren. Do "the tale of Jenny and Screech (full)" it's a masterclass in story telling that'll suck you in and provoke so much emotion. It's 3 songs together, do yourself and everyone the favor and do the full version, it's 13 min long. Will have you feeling like you just watched a Shakespearean tragedy that takes twist right to the last words.

The entire performance evokes emotions I didn’t even know I had, but the spoken word got me the most. As someone who is almost 41, I was diagnosed at age 12 with autoimmune illnesses that have come extremely close to killing me much too often (Crohn’s and lupus) and since MAJOR surgeries 5 years ago, I’ve been the healthiest I’ve been in my entire adulthood, as I’ve gotten older I realize I can’t ‘beat’ my illnesses and I’ve been forced to find ways to deal with the valleys of my mental health at times without meds as meds made me far worse (some people have that reaction).

I was so ready for you to react to this. Ren is is a real artist, and yours are critical reactions, with authentic feelings. TYVM.

I love how fast you picked up the third voice. Seen so many people not even pick up on it at all on YT, but you nailed it faster than anyone I can remember. Well done.

I've watched a bunch of reaction videos on this song and nobody's commentary made me laugh as much as yours! Had me cracking up lol

I LOVE how you show respect to Knoxhill & CliffBeats because I follow them too and it shows me you are a good man. Great reaction! You got a new sub in me Someone called Ren The Brighton Bard and that name suits him best!

Been waiting for you to do this reaction sine it came out❤😂❤He is out of this world talented and unique. His honesty is breathtaking! Can’t wait to see you follow me down the mind blowing rabbit hole that is the genius Ren!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤l😂😂😂😂😂

I just rewatched this reaction 6 months later.... it's been an epic Ren journey since then. You recognized his talent and humanity immediately.

This was one of the best reactions to this I've seen yet! I'm a metal head, but Ren is the most talented musician I've come across in 52 years. Thank you for your take on this. I just subbed! 👍❤️

Ren is probably the most underrated artist out there. Bar none.

I was hoping you would react this genius, I call him the up to date Shakespeare rapper 😊, great reaction . Go down this rabbit hole… you won’t be disappointed 🙏🏻🇬🇧xxx

Welcome down the rabbit hole that is Ren. You MUST react to “The Tale of Jenny and Screech” Full version. He’s one of the best storytellers of our time.