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[@TwistedSisler]

The poison in his veins likely actually refers to his Lyme Disease, not heroin.

[@jeffwilson3205]

Or all the drugs he’s taken during his illness and misdiagnosis that made him sicker.

[@KevL_262]

And he still gets chemo treatments on a daily basis atm

[@mattwagner9892]

Or diazepam like he wrote a song bout

[@thehangingparsiple5692]

​@@KevL_262never knew that! 😮

[@KevL_262]

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[@jessehelton9031]

The biggest thing to remember is Ren isn’t just a rapper. Doesn’t do just hip hop. He has never categorized himself as one either. He loves hip hop and it plays a big roll in a lot of his music, but overall he’s an artist. He’s a singer/song writer just as much as he’s anything else. He has said hip hop is fun for him. An escape from the heavier stuff that he writes. Hip hop is where he can have fun and so he does. You, like many, are catching Ren during is “rap” phase. He has said he’s always wanted to do a hip hop album, and that’s what he’s giving us right now. He has said after that hip hop album drops he’s moving away from hip hop. So folks better enjoy and most importantly appreciate this side of him before it’s potentially gone for good. A lot of what he’s released over his career has been based off his health and mental state at the time. Many songs are time capsules of some of his most challenging times. The reason so many people connect with him on a personal and spiritual level is because his music has always bared its soul. “Hi Ren” is the perfect song to understand a massive amount about the man. If you don’t know who Ren is yet, then I’ll simply say you just haven’t listened to him enough. Keep going. For hip hop tracks, “Genesis” and “Power” are great tracks where he talks about himself. If you want super fun bars on bars for a wild fun time of wackiness “Losing it”.

[@TwistedSisler]

There's a certain percentage of people in the hip-hop culture that are not okay with, and take offense to people just dipping their toes into hip-hop and not fully committing to it. And even if I don't agree, I can completely understand why; hip-hop is not just a genre of music, it's an entire culture and one that's heavily guarded. I think Kso is one of the people to an extent. You either are hip hop or you're not, and if you're not, then what are you doing here? Ya know? Again, I'm indifferent to it but I'm also not a part of that culture or a protector of it, but I do get it. I think Kso is just looking for authenticity within Ren's music. Doing a hio-hop flex about things he wouldn't actually ever do is not authenticity and I get what he means by that. He needs to see some of Ren's rap songs that are actually about him like Power and Genesis. I'm honestly surprised he liked this one to be honest. I've always thought this to be Ren's most "word vomit" song, using Kso's words.

[@ctobolsk]

My thoughts on all this are that he may stop for a time, possibly a long time. But it would be extremely unusual to completely abandon a style he is obviously extremely talented at. He’s also definitely spent a lot of time practicing to get this good and he loves it. So I would be really surprised if he never did it again.

[@rbbea]

He’s not just dipping in and out though. He said himself that he started producing beats and writing lyrics at a very you age and actually rapping himself because he couldn’t find anyone to do it for him where he grew up in Wales. If you listen to his interviews he says this and also understands the roots of hip hop

[@Edwardhammerhand]

You don’t say “ya know?” That’s so passive aggressive that it is pathetic. State your opinion and move on, keep your feelings out of it. Ya know?

[@javavoicecafe6968]

Old white lady here. Everybody loves Ren. On the street, in a stadium, I'd go anywhere to see him live.

[@sateentuoksu]

I concur. Another old.. well, dunno if i would call myself lady 😁 but woman in any case

[@LeeannG]

Thank you for not keeping your mind closed to Ren’s music. His fans are not zealots (usually) and most are totally cool with someone having constructive criticism as long as they are listening closely and being respectful. The best part of Rens music is that it opens conversations. You get extra points from me because you have had your opinions, but you were open to having those opinions challenged. It’s rare to see and I’m glad I revisited your channel too 👍🏼

[@ms.lisamarie82]

❤❤

[@wernersmidt3298]

I see your name so often in the comments, it seems appropriate you should start your own reaction channel :)

[@LeeannG]

@@wernersmidt3298 I give a lot of credit to reactors… I’m a professional photographer and I very much keep my skills behind a camera rather than in front of it ;)

[@NoraMorgan]

@LeannG You should start your own channel. I’d watch it.

[@LeeannG]

@@NoraMorgan you’re the best :) I think I might be a better commenter than reactor tho so I plan on staying in my lane haha ❤️

[@lynette.]

The poision in his veins I see as the double of his illness and the incorrect pills he was given.

[@danic9304]

along with the stuff he self medicated with in between attempts to engage with doctors

[@supertuscans9512]

In his life he’s probably done a shit ton of weed and coke but I doubt he’s done smack!

[@petecabrina]

Yeah, maybe mainly the lyme disease/ME issues though, most people with the type of auto-immune ME/CFS type conditions can have serious inflammatory issues and even brain on fire type symptoms. ME basically stands for myalgic encephalomyelitis which refers to inflammation of the brain and spinal cord.

[@lynette.]

@petecabrina I know I have suffered for over 50yrs with periods of remission that would last until the next mild illness would kick it all off again . ME/CFS is not understood by many because outwardly few signs very internal turmoil.

[@xchakeix]

"Poison in my veins" is a reference to the Lyme disease I believe. "Lights a flame in my brain" is indicative of the inflammation and pain the virus caused him. Much of his music revolves around the illness and the misdiagnosis that he went through for years. His story builds in every song. He tells his story in most of his music, at least in some aspect. I'm actually surprised no one pointed you towards this one sooner. Power is probably the song you're looking for. Ren actually does a lot of busking (street performing), both solo and with his former band The Big Push. He also did a lot with Sam Tompkins. There are a lot of videos of him performing on the streets with massive crowds.

[@sharis9095]

Ren basically does this himself. (with an amazing camera man). Ren writes the music, plays the music, makes the beat, beatboxes, imagines the video, produces. He really is the whole package. He doesn't really have a team so much as a bunch of creative friends who do these projects with him.

[@sintramdragonis4794]

Definitely "Ren - Power" is worth to check out. He tells a lot about himself in that one.

[@kmac1971]

He’s being listened to all over the world by now. There’s something about the human connection he’s making. He’s relatable with his illnesses, his inner critic, he’s hella-smart, wise beyond his years, and he’s a nice guy who inspires people to do their best and be better people.

[@kmac1971]

He’s a genuine good soul just like Harry Mack is - and I guess lots of us picked up on that right away and wanted to support him.

[@kmac1971]

Another thing - I think he’s so popular because he’s saying things that need to be said in this world today if we’re going to get ourselves out of this mess. He’s spreading positivity but not in a fake, flakey way. He’s real. He’s really connecting with people’s humanity and we’re feeling it. We’re craving that.

[@jimgrace3492]

"Power" tells you about teenage Ren, before he got Lyme disease. "Everybody drops" tells you about how the Lyme destroyed his dreams in his early 20's (signed by Sony but couldn't complete debut album due to ill health).

[@joepastrano2051]

POWER!!

[@docdurdin]

The Hunger- REN Poison in my veins Lights a flame in my brain That maintains the pain that may change my frame of mind Blind I design rhymes Intertwined, double time Genuine frankenstein I made a monster Conquer music scene, golden ticket Wonka, Conjour, lyrics in my belly I got thunder Younger, everybody wishes they were younger The older I’m getting the more I feel the hunger Belter like a welter weight helter-skelter need alka-seltzer Alpha, beta, delta I help you into the fall out shelter Melt a mind or two with my rhymes you might find you never felt a Feeling like this feeling be believing I’m a daemon I’m a devil Fuck the game, completed every level I’m a vessel For spirits to channel out of my lyrics I’m a devil I raise my fist the anti-capitalistic pissed I revel In society collapsing, fantastic now pump the treble Tick tock off the top of the tip of my tongue I am tapping telepathy Terrify them with the terrible telekinesis tantrum yes I torture the enemy Slowing the flow and then growing the flow and I swallow the flow like a Toblerone Im a beast with the flow, I’m a feast on the flow Then I’m ripping it up and I’m taking it low Kiddie with a black heart in a car park by Primark Jamming Django Reinhardt Living like a rockstar refine rap to a fine art Vincent Van Gough I start Making my mark Like Frankie Sinatra King call me Arthur And my style is homegrown like growing cali weed Don’t need no personal trainer I got trainers on my feet You know I got the soul in my bowl when I eat You know I’m staying grounded when I grind up my beef But if you got a problem my brother I might just put on some rubber gloves And just choke you till larynx ruptures and blood it just bubbles up And the bubbles just double up and you struggle but luck is up Cause I’m subtle at covering up the trouble Cover up the crime scene, 1990 that’s my scene My teen years were spent rolling the Thai-green Obscene fiend in a pair of baggy jeans Putting backy with the green roll a fatty dopamine starts flowing My cerebellum glowing The pendulum is slowing Im swinging and I’m swaying but I don’t know where I’m going Mind running jessie Owens, hallelujah Leonard Cohen All these seeds that I’m sewing slowly growing like trees I grow then I preach Scrap that I teach Teach over beats To all those that seek Teach on these streets Streets can be bleak But bleak was the place where I rose to my feet

[@shazza175]

I'm glad you've found YOUR Ren. He is so versatile that it can take a handful of tracks before you discover which Ren is the Ren for you. I hoped you would stick with it!

[@xx1CRU]

That is dope af. I didn't really think of it that way but you are right. Some people can get down with all of Ren's stuff, but his catalog is so eclectic that there is something that almost anyone can find that they appreciate. So to put it as you found "Your Ren" is a dope way to put it. ✌️❤️!!🫡

[@LastTryMedia]

He ain't a rapper, he's a musician that has rap in his bag. You should check out Chalk Outlines (live) and Sick Boi, you'll get an idea of who he really is (although you should have got an idea of who he is from Hi Ren). He's something special man, he ain't your average artist.

[@TwistedSisler]

Based on what you were saying and wanting to hear next, I'd check out his song Genesis. EDIT: Actually, even more so on a personal level of his life I would say react to Power. He definitely has a story, and it is consistent throughout his music; getting Lyme disease but being misdiagnosed for years and it destroying his mind and body, his best friend committing suicide at a young age, him growing up around hippie/counter culture groups in the UK (which is why there's a lot of Ska/Reggae influence in his music), but certain songs go into it all more than others. Ones I'd check out are: Power Genesis Humble Ocean Money Game

[@davidlafountain9590]

This is a good list. For just fun raps that are also powerhouses, you need I'm Losing It on here.

[@TwistedSisler]

@@davidlafountain9590 I'm not sure Kso would be as into that one because he's not really saying anything in that one or telling a story really. It's rap, but not hip-hop which is what Kso is looking for.

[@martinrobinson936]

Yes Power next to get to know Ren better.

[@SoulfullyMind]

"Hold On" and "Life is Funny Sometimes" have great lyrics and amazing Rap.

[@Proud.American58]

Now do Ren’s “Genesis”(learn about Ren), “Life is Funny” for an upbeat song with serious lyrics and learn about Ren, “Power”

[@girldownunder9043]

Life is Funny is so good I wish there were more reactions to it

[@Proud.American58]

@@girldownunder9043 yeah, it’s one of my favorites.

[@LeeannG]

I think a lot of the music you started with is much more enjoyable once you know his backstory. Ren as a person is really true to himself as a complex human. You want to know Ren through his rapping? Power without a doubt. A lot of rapper reactors list that as their favorite.

[@Steve_W27]

💯- Power 👍

[@Jihavoh777]

I came here to say the same thing, I knew someone else would beat me to it though lol

[@MalcolmMXTaylor]

same... Power!

[@Cerulean926]

Came here to say Power is the best Ren rap to learn about who he is, but I knew someone would have already said it, so I’m jumping in this bandwagon! 🎉

[@davidarmour7766]

Okay challenge accepted. “Ready for You” if you want to know his soul.

[@melissatomlin13]

You disliked Hi Ren, which is very much his story. You can also here his background in Power. Sick Boi was also very autobiographical. As to what he eats? He follows strict Paleo as that is all he can eat due to his illness. He has a day in my life short that shows his current truth, which would help you understand Genesis bars “neuropathy begging surgeons for a lobotomy” for example. He puts his truth out there and people dismiss it as word salad.

[@beccasalt8960]

You put my own thoughts in writing!

[@margaretc5679]

The songs that I think speak most about who he is are Humble, Hold On, Power, and Heretic. But so many other great tracks give you peeks into his life and mindset.

[@joepastrano2051]

Power should be next

[@amagab2346]

I second Heretic if he wants to get to know Ren. But this guy says he wants to hear a song about Ren the person then he’s not paying attention

[@rshinde6338]

Ren is a cornucopia of sound and images.

[@wearenotamused6455]

The song "Penitence" is missed a lot. His album "Freckled Angels" is amazing... raw, personal, Various styles, and dedicated to his best friend Joe who committed suicide and inspired Ren to go all in with his career. Dissect his lyrics, and you will be inspired to do better in all your endeavors.

[@sussj3330]

Ren has bared his soul in many tracks. The most recent rap songs are Genesis Sick boy, Power. For earlier personal tracks rap + melody Hold on, Ready for you, Heretic, Everybody drops, Penitence, Humble. There are more, but it's difficult since I love almost all Rens tracks. Would KSO like it though?

[@rathananhek270]

Damn..this shit is fire..thanks KSO never hear of him..but I'm a fan now..😊

[@mynameisfen]

The reason why you didn’t start with this one is because most Ren fans don’t appear to be hip hop fans. But that appears to be changing. I think ‘Genesis’ should be next. I love The Hunger (a lot) but for me as a hip hop fan since ‘83 (I was 9) Genesis is up there with some of the best I’ve heard.

[@dianeemanuel8541]

He has not divulged the exact symbolism to himself - but enjoys leaving it open for interpretation- he also enjoys the guesses fans come up with. I tend to think it represents greed monetization of the human experience. The poison in his veins - could be the Lyme Disease he suffered misdiagnosed for 7 years. Or the meds he was given for illness he didn’t have that led to stress psychosis. Additionally I could refer to the treatments he has to endure to treat his auto immune disease. He never wanted his art to be defined by his illness. Ironically his music/ channel took off when he dropped Hi Ren ( which is about his disease ). I take this as a flex rap showing his skills and cultural- art/ music/ sports / history/ literature…. I’m sure I reccomend this to you when you were hating on him. 😂This is one of my favorites. Glad you found it. ❤These are his beats- his beatboxing- his production , his writing….

[@janegill-pl5kz]

I think a lot of us Ren fans are not really rap fans. Not all obviously, so we don't really understand Rap from a rappers perspective. So when we recommend tracks we don't fully understand what you mean when you say this isn't rapping, because to us his clever word play and rhymes IS rapping. I also think that many rappers don't see the deep hidden meanings in his work. In this for instance... Jesse Owens was a sickly child whose mother performed surgery on him because they couldn't afford healthcare. Django Reinhart was so badly burnt that they recommended amputation and said he would never play an instrument again. Hallelujah was rejected so many times and took 10 years to complete. Van Gogh suffered from psychotic episodes and delusions... All of these references were specifically picked as they all overcame adversity to become successful. They all had 'the hunger' Just as Ren has done. So us Ren fans see the intricate designs of his rhymes that many others do not see. Its sometimes corney on the surface, but has a deep meaning behind. I think some of the negative reactors don't want to see past the surface. So Thank you for explaining what it is you want to see from Ren. And thank you for sticking with him and seeing his potential. He really is a lyrical genuis, you just have to sometimes work for it! I would recommend, Power, Genesis, Penitence, Dominoes, Insomnia...mot of his older tracks to see who he is. And for pure 90s style fun...What you want!

[@MarkTomblin]

Great comment!

[@lynette.]

The pig is a very personal symbol for Ren and he is not telling but has said he is finding it interesting how people are interpretating it.

[@jamiefrostick4059]

I think people from all walks of life and of different musical tastes are listening to Ren. Even people like myself that previously haven’t listened to much Rap music in the past are listening more to Rap after listening to Ren. I couldn’t even tell you why I hadn’t got into rap before, it’s really strange. I think artists can make certain genres of music more accessible which is really cool - it’s like sometimes you need a way in or a reason to take notice of other worlds sometimes.

[@xdaniedx]

His song Power is a positive song where he raps his ass off. In regards to the pig he leaves that up to our own interpretation BUT he has said he's a huge fan of George Orwell's book "Animal Farm" and the pigs in that book become corrupt with power and greed. So the pigs for me represent man's obsession with money and power and our love for material things.

[@debrashrider4062]

He also made the beats. In anything not a cover or a retake he creates the beat. In retakes he uses another's music - beats. Adds his own lyricals and twists and kinda make its his own. His street perfomances may not for you. Look into "The Big Push" his band.

[@goobydoot]

I’ve never been a rap listener(I’m old.) but this is my favorite of his rap songs. Loads of people recommend Illest of our time, or Losing it. I love Power too! Appreciate your reaction!

[@lisac243]

Some of his older songs have incredible lyricism- Ready for you, Heretic

[@garykdy1157]

ur learning, nearly getting there....the fact that previously u couldnt see this boy is a lyrical genius and can rap , change flow /cadence seamlessly , is a mystery to anyone who knows anything...🙏

[@GarnetJ]

I agree … I think people should have recommended The Hunger much sooner. If you want the track that gives more insight into Ren, I would recommend “Power.” And as a bonus, you will see one of his creative collaborators behind the wheel, Samuel Perry-Falvey, who filmed Hi Ren, The Tales of Jenny & Screech, Hunger, and others.

[@LHartman-gj7dl]

Finally, the penny starts dropping!

[@erichburger1935]

Based on the context he keeps using the pig mask (although it's left open for interpretation), most likely is used as a symbol to reference the pigs in the Book The Animal Farm. After the animals revolt against the humans and take control, the pigs rise to the top and act as oppressors towards the other animals. The symbology is how our own greed and gluttony are always present .hat's my guess.

[@Italia6495]

I thought I was reaching maybe thinking that too! For me it's greed. After seeing the video for animal flow though, that's all the confirmation I needed. You can see a chalkboard with the 7 rules/commandments (can't remember the books wording) in the back like in the beginning of the video. Thought it was the coolest thing ever!!

[@traceycowden9257]

REN has told you plenty. You just didn't hear him.

[@hazmania]

Ren’s been a busker for years, in Brighton, on the streets and playing small venues. He’s very loved.

[@Pablopax4]

"Power", you learn a lot about Ren on that one..

[@sammyd8860]

Sick Boi and Power will tell you a little bit more about Ren

[@EJWEST333]

Ren - power will tell you more about him

[@Hexenkind1]

Well, it seems that you just like certain stuff. Doesn't mean that other stuff from him isn't good, just that you have a very specific taste.

[@Hexenkind1]

There is also a "a cappella" version of this song. Just search for it. It is fire. Which is from a twitch stream.

[@elizabethcosta-hobbins1519]

Power has his origin story AND is a banger😃

[@liliwonka1637]

I read somewhere that Ren brought back the tradition of the bard from the medieval times, but a 21st century version and I think that was spot on.

[@polyesterspecter]

Check out Ren's song Genesis! It's about HIM and his struggle with his illness. Also his duets with Chinchilla, the LIVE versions of Chalk Outlines (his mental illness) and How To Be Me (his friend Joe's suicide) are also incredibly moving and real.

[@AmaBrigitte]

Thank you for changing the lenses in your glasses and cleaning out your ears on Ren and seeing the artist, rapper that he is! I hope your reactions are genuine and I hope you understand that Ren brings so much more to the table in the music industry! He is an inspirational and masterful warrier in life, as well as in the music world! I do thank you for your comments 🙏 and hope you enjoy your journey!

[@jeffwright9944]

Power and Genesis... Waiting for your reaction to those 😎

[@karlkuttup]

ren writes all his own stuff been doing it for over 10 yrs he makes his own beats produces all his own stuff as well, him and sam the video guy have been working together for a very long time ,

[@WitsEndGirl]

Not sure we need to convince you. I see a shift in your openness to what Ren does and I think it's you and Ren that's doing that. Just keep listening to his back catalogue and if you like, then you like. If you only like the odd song then that's OK too. The Hunger is one of my favourite songs. I think there's a very broad demographic for his work. I started watching and listening to ren some years ago but a lot of people have just found him and discovered that they like his style of hip hop and rap and have often gone on to try more current hiphop. Many of those people are 50+. I think I love his work because it reminds me of the old school rap and because I love English and European folk music and he is definitely influenced by that too. I like the honesty of your reactions, I hope you find the song that helps you understand Ren, I'm here for that.

[@FloydPepper1975]

I'm glad you finally reacted to this one. The record you're looking for is Genesis. As a 40 year fan of hip hop, it is his best track by a mile. Trust me. Highest level of skill, most honest, deepest bars, and my favorite beat, which, of course, he created himself.

[@Av3rageD4D]

I think like most, we are all trying to find out who “Ren” is!? My best guess is some anomaly in space that goes wherever he wants, and will lift you up off the ground to join the ride. Much love, and have a great day!

[@RyanESmail]

Your analogy of salt of a main dish was pretty damn fantastic

[@dginski7]

I absolutely fucking LOVE that salt analogy. I've never thought of it from that perspective but it's perfect! As someone who enjoys cooking, too much or too little can completely spoil the dish, as you said. I appreciate that, man! Great reaction and insights!

[@caro.k2958]

Cudos to Sam Perry Falvey Rens cinematographer and cameraman on a lot of these one take live videos ❤happy to see you call out on this ❤

[@TheSquire420]

The problem is you were never getting just salt though, animal flow has a shit ton of meaning in it yet you didn't get it and called it word garbage. Some of his verses/raps aren't super amazing from a rap perspective and that's fine but you're never getting just salt with this guy, I think that's too harsh Love you, big kiss x

[@danic9304]

Totally agree. I love Kso's reactions but the Animal Flow track just flew over his head in a way that really surprised me.

[@indebttoamilly8551]

Great reaction when i saw your channel and Ren reaction. I had to comment The Hunger i knew you would love it!!! Thanks!!!

[@Twastard]

Coming from Manchester England. The streets in England love Ren. He transcends genres and has brought people from different cultures and Musial listening backgrounds together.

[@bryden72]

Love your reaction and break down in what makes rens deliver so good.

[@louise11854]

i really enjoy your thoughtful reactions. i love ren, naturally!! much love, kathleen - bts RENegade

[@larrycohen5553]

Sure, Power and Genesis, but I'd take a step sideways out of hiphop to his 2 songs with Chinchilla interspersed How to Be Me Live and Chalk Outlines live. Also looking forward to the creativity and fun flex of Losing It and the enjoyment of you possibly hating it.

[@michaelphipps8647]

🔥 Ren's is the 🐐

[@Pedrorasti]

Ren dont have a public target per se......he aim to the heart....his music its open....he raps, he sings, he can do folk e can play multi instruments...Ren make music to be apreciate to every "palate". I'm from 1982 and i can apreciate Ren because he can take the Reggae and Ska inflences that i grew up listening listen and give a twist... i love that....then he takes that Reggae vibe and put some "beastie boys" on mix, then he start fresh and pick some EDM from late 90 and give some hardcore Rap, then he twist and turn and put some "Fat Boy Slim" with some old School Rap.......Ren dont have a demographic public, he makes public to the Mom the Dad and the prick Kid :) enjoy on the same moment .... he talks about that on the interview to the Black Pegasus

[@mldkenny]

The light is shining through your glasses...perfect and a brilliant reaction.

[@michaelreiter503]

KSO, I come here for your deep appreciation for music, solid breakdowns and observations 🙏 Nobody ever 100% agrees… and you don’t stop being 💯

[@Jennozen1]

I appreciate how honest and thorough your reaction is.

[@jadejameson5312]

Yesssssssss Kso I loved this reaction. Seeing you pumped n shit is actually so much fun baha

[@Wardy320]

Appreciate u continuing with Ren . But absolutely zero of his songs contained "word vomit". The problem was YOU weren't up to speed with his style or his back story. Be man enough to admit u were wrong bud.

[@omfayebooks]

this was so satisfying to watch 🙌☺ the hunger is one of my all-time favorites, fire

[@fibienn250]

Ren’s music has been literally honed on the streets. He has spent the majority of his life below the bread line and physically/ mentally unable to work. He has a big following in Brighton, England where he was busking (street performance) for many years. If you watch his (and his band the Big Push) busking videos, you can see that his fans were originally young urban ferals and hippies. Now that REN’s blown up though, he’s gained a huge following of people aged 50+ as well a good range of other age groups. A group of 15 year old black teens in my husband’s school (in a isolated rural community) were raving over Ren the other day so he put on a selection of Ren’s back catalogue and they were wild over it. I don’t understand how you’re missing what Ren is saying about his life throughout his work. I have noticed though that you tend to miss things because you’re distracted by your own thought or words. Maybe that’s why you’re not able to hear what I’m hearing.

[@MichealHallowell]

Great reaction! You earned yourself a sub :D

[@justinmcatee3553]

Penitence is his best emotional verse also hold on is a great song

[@matthewliesemer3511]

Love your energy bro! When ren spit vein poison and you went hard wild about intravenous. Entertaining and calling out the dopeness ren produces! Keep it up man

[@wolveraza9896]

So damn talented, helping million so far and growing 😎😎😎

[@jwarrior852]

I'm loving your reactions. I'm one of those musically challenged and love when people feel the music and can explain why it is that I like it or, why it works. I feel Ren does say a lot about himself, just not all in one song. What sounds like fantastical lyrics to us might be some thoughts that run through his head. Ren has said that the dark voice in his head was always very loud and prominent

[@L0rdL0ki]

Much respect for the fact that you came back and gave Ren's music another shot. I made some judgements about you in your first reaction - comments that I felt were made in ignorance, and I clicked off the video early. You've changed my mind with this reaction - not just because you're "on my side" now, but because even your positive comments are made with the same flair. You're a real one. Your style is sometimes hints at obnoxious and "in your face", but you're honest and real and I can respect that.

[@raymondduncil5786]

A TRUE mad scientist, he stitched all those flows,styles,and cadences into a MONSTER of a song and example of his talent. He covered up the crime scene in the last verse where he choked dude. 🎉

[@graceydez6199]

I have always said this song should be one of the first reactions man. 😊 we have been here. After Hi Ren i say the live /shot the sheriff/Road to Zion/Hip hop them The Hunger. 😊 That track you want is “The Power”. You are welcome. 😊❤

[@jamestorrance4664]

Love your reaction and would suggest REN has hit everywhere incl me. Nearly 65 but think he is a talent and genre on his own

[@waxingmiracle]

You asked who we thought was listening to Ren. Maybe its easier to ask who isn't (mainstream media). My personal favourite is the song Power.

[@itsayswithoutgoing9571]

Power, Genesis, Humble, or Ocean.🔥🔥🔥

[@rek8193]

Actually massive respect for this reaction, real af

[@kat3069]

Dude! I get it!! Ren sounds just like the good oldI days!! It’s been years since i added something new to my hiphop playlist

[@Vmcf1968]

high energy reaction as always

[@ShermTheGerm17]

Ren- sick boi Ren power ! Trust

[@adriancorkerball4464]

The part where he puts on some rubber gloves is my favourite flow of any song, it is soooo good.

[@thatpandaz6094]

Ren - Power is what you're looking for

[@kmac1971]

Good backpedal lol. Seriously if you really do like it, that makes me happy. Ren may not rap the way people expect but most of his work is meaningful and if it’s not, it’s fun. Nothing wrong with that.

[@Nadia_Knows]

GENESIS BRO. I KEEP TELLING YOU🔥🔥🔥

[@DHunt19x]

You put your feelings into words veerrry well my friend

[@mellanapa]

You're fucking awesome! The way you deconstruct and then build it up again makes me all giddy! Thank you! 🖤 This reaction got yourself a new subscriber, a somewhat aggressive and opinionated Swedish mom with violent tendencies, but hey! It is what it is, right! 😹 (EDIT: plus, you're shades makes me jealous!) xoxo From STHLM, Sweden

[@jkoll42]

I believe in an interview he said that at the height of his psychosis from the meds etc and illnesses brought about by the misdiagnosed lymes he would basically sometimes in his worst state see everyone with animal heads/masks

[@liamdiacci]

Bruh. Ive been telling Scruey for ages to do Hunger because its the most rappers' rap song Ren has. Bars and cadence. Also I low-key judge reactors who miss the T alliteration, did you notice him beatboxing t t t ttt in the background?

[@jrose75]

Yo! (Power) is what your looking for!! ✌️❤️

[@bl4ckfl4g]

Based on what you said you should do Power or Genesis next.

[@eduardodasilva9841]

Really good breakdown and reaction, I love guys like you who can pick up or just explain what the F is going on to simpletons like me…….. Ren wouldn’t hurt anyone or thing, that’s what I get and at least physically. The problem is his understanding and command of English is so unreal that he will rip you apart, disembowel you with his lyrics all the while smiling his almost manic smile.

[@TerranSol]

Ren is a 50/50. A true hybrid. He grew up in a small town pretty much in the middle of nowhere so had very little access to anything really. He wasn't wealthy but he wasn't poor though he did come from a working class background in a place with very few jobs or prospects, he then moved to brighton where he mastered his trade on the streets and practically lived on the streets. So he's experienced many sides of the coin and because of that he seems to appeal to both sides of the coin. His talent is what kept him above water and away from true poverty but he was often balancing on the edge. I think that's one of the unique things about Ren he doesn't fit in any category and yet appeals to every category. You did this song justice and you obviously have a lot of knowledge in hip hop structure.

[@MegsD79]

Power. That's the song that i think talks about Ren as kid and what it was like growing up

[@woolleson]

Genesis, illest of our time, loosing it, power, murderer, money game, what you want, animal flow......all bangers 🤘

[@partonbill77]

1990 is great to know him more. Genesis and sick boi are insightful

[@Sm0lkin]

power. Power is the tune you looking for if you want to get to know Ren.

[@iosebdz]

Great reaction! Genesis and Power next please!