Black Pegasus FIRST time reaction to REN - For Joe - Ren has changed my life...

[@sammyd8860]

(It was filmed in Calgary, Canada) He played this video to Joe's parents a couple of days ago in Anglesey. It was the first time he had seen them for 12 years, shortly after Joe's death. He gave them £8,500 from the proceeds of the Freckled Angels album and they are going to buy a camper van - they will call it Joe so that he is with them on their travels. I think there is a deeper marker in Ren's personal journey here - he moved away physically from the source of his hurt but it has stayed with him every single day. By going back to Anglesey and meeting Joe's parents, by raising money for the RNLI, by speaking/singing openly about Joe, by dedicating this work to him, he is not only honouring Joe's memory but he is also, hopefully, coming to terms with his loss by "unbottling" it. (I also hope that by reconnecting with his roots/childhood he will remember "how to be me")

[@joanm2232]

He's also been connecting with the lads from his childhood according to his IG posts.

[@michaelwillie5740]

Well said, sammy

[@shannonstradford6518]

That was so perfectly said

[@DirtyMoneyHipHop]

I thought it was Calgary, but figured it was somewhere in the UK. Thanks for confirming the location of the video. I moved out to Banff in 2003 (close to Calgary for those who don't know) with my 2 best friends to be ski bums for a few years. One of my best friends (Karl) was killed at work just before the 1 year anniversary of us moving out there. I've never gotten over it and never will. This song really hits me hard and brings tears to my eyes. Cheers

[@sammyd8860]

@@DirtyMoneyHipHop He has been receiving medical treatment in Calgary for the last few months. He is currently in UK filming a video for Money Game Part 3 but filmed this in Calgary, before he left for the UK

[@Defiance-77]

I think showing your vulnerability actually makes you more of a man. Proud of you man. Keep it up and let Ren bring this part out of you. It makes people vibe more with you. You are doing an amazing job with these reactions and helping spread the word. 💖

[@thatguy4311]

But then you’re saying men who don’t show their vulnerability are less of a man. I know you didn’t mean that. If you’re a man, then being a man is whatever it is to you, it’s whatever you say it is, why do we need to label and define everything nowadays 🤷‍♂️

[@TheRealityleak]

BP... Theres a saying I like to use: Tough enough to be vulnerable. You have to be very secure to show your vulnerability dude. Don't hide it! Show that men can be emotional too. Add it to Ren's message! Take care of you man!

[@candice3559]

Couldn't agree more, we were all given the gift of crying for a reason.

[@Mezzystar1]

Do what you feel comfortable doing BP. If you’re not ready, then put it on hold for a while and give yourself some breathing space while you decide what you want to do with the video.

[@williamcoyle7500]

​@@thatguy4311good point but I think it will be hard to not it's so engrained in us these days even if we hate it most still do it to some degree

[@jodi.lynn.]

Ren has broke my life. Not in a bad way… In a much needed cathartic way. Opened up old wounds that I’ve never addressed. Maybe in time my life can change too.

[@jeffstumpf9129]

Well said! Those old wounds were never healed, because they can't heal themselves. Many of us are broken, but we must not stay broken. And, we need to reach out to others for help to make it happen.

[@bosbornefischer]

Yes. Cracks you open, exposes the meaty bits.

[@moonmessiah9368]

same, I think as trauma victims alot of the time we just lie to ourselves and convince ourselves that weve moved on and processed everything. Even if everything is alright in the moment all it takes is one crisis to lead to a spiral. We numb ourselves to cope, but being open and embracing life as it comes is the only true way to move forward. Ive been going through a very rough patch but between finding Rens music and having some other media like shows and games that had very similar and complex stories ive been able to stand through everything and know that there is still something on the other side of this rough patch.

[@rebeccaburnell9319]

He's broken people *open.* ♥

[@patriciacloix71]

💖😢🙏

[@farfromheaven29]

The grief doesn't go away, it just gets less jagged and you learn to live with it. This was a beautiful performance.

[@mercedeswarrenash5929]

It is like a giant rubber ball that bounces around hitting so hard, but slowly the ball shrinks. It still hits but because is slightly smaller it’s not so hard to recover & every time, it’s a little easier not to be hit flat. Grief still hits and hurts, but you can see a little bit more light than darkness every time you are hit with the shadows of the past.

[@EliteOnTheBeat]

@@mercedeswarrenash5929 And you see "a little bit more light than darkness every time you are hit" because of JESUS! Amen. 🕊

[@jasonhutcherson6224]

For a lot of people yes. But for me it's gotten harder and pain is worse. Lost Mom 14.5 years ago. Feels like yesterday.

[@analisasmith7927]

My grief comes in waves and I’ve learnt it’s out of my control - just got to accept it and let it be. It passes. Don’t know why I’m writing this - sharing I guess.

[@farfromheaven29]

@@analisasmith7927 I'm glad my comment could be a place to share. Thank you 😊

[@drummerofd.a.5007]

Dawg, im a 37 yearcold man and Ren has made me cry multiple times no lie! Ill admit it! Never be embarrassed to show emotion brother! Thats just how real the tracks are and bring out! Its healthy!

[@slowdaze]

43 year old man here…I cried more in the last 6 months since finding Ren than I have in the last 20 years.

[@vevocreb]

I’m 59 and no one has brought me to tears more than Ren.

[@craigevans8912]

46 years mate and I can honestly say I’ve never cried so much to one artist that resonates to myself. By far Ren is the best musician/artist/poet/storyteller and rapper I’ve ever had the pleasure to listen to.

[@michaelkirby4312]

Very well said gentlemen, I'm 34 years old. Marine Corps veteran. Ren saved my life in many ways. I never thought I'd have so much love for someone I never met. Thank you Ren.

[@zachhenderson7982]

39 year old. Same. Im good at bottling things up, but it's healthy to cry and release the pressure before the bottle breaks.

[@TheRealityleak]

It's RNLI - the Royal National Lifeboat Institute. It's the closest we have to the US Coastguard in the UK. It's a national organisation of volunteer lifeboat men and lifeboat women. Heroes without pay! There are lifeboat stations all round our coast and when the alarm goes then the crews need to get to the stations within a few minutes. For no pay! They're volunteers! They need supporting!

[@douglasmcgary]

I have a 15-year-old son that I’m raising by myself and I definitely have let him see me cry. A lot. But he’s also seen me almost piss myself laughing. “Life is funny sometimes .” -Ren #NormalizeMenHavingEmotions

[@odochartaighofodonegal2351]

Yin and Yang- balance is essential to one's upbringing. Look at the world around us.....

[@M4TTYJ]

I suffer from PTSD and Ren and his music helps me to feel it is OK to not be OK sometimes. I was a Police officer for over 10 years, specialising on thr Railway. I attended and dealt with well over 50 people choosing to end things by train. I have seen and done th8ngs that will live in my mind forever. I also spent a lot of time with people who were at that point and we managed to get to them in time. It shaoed me, damaged me and made me a better man. I can deal with the lack of control over my emotions (and will, to this day, cry at the smallest thing). Ren and BP keep doing what you're doing. Mad love from this soppy bearded bugger!

[@TheDougMan]

Thank you for protecting us and helping those of us that needed it. You’ve made a big difference, so much love!

[@Rosemarie6211]

Ren has an amazing curative effect on people. It seems that out of his pain comes mind and soul healing. Thankyou for your service and for sharing.

[@zed4225]

I can't control emotions well either. Met someone recently who wanted me to control my emotions, and it was like telling me not to breathe, I don't want to bottle emotions up, I don't think it's healthy for self or those around you. Not seeing the real you. Not being you. Not using tears for what they are meant for, to express emotion both in times of joy and sadness. They are there for a reason. Your amazing for what you did in your job, and amazing for living with some traumatic memories. But you also saved lives. That's big. Love n hugs to you.

[@albamartinez4987]

I am with you here. I was unfortunate enough to be an unwitting witness to such an event many years ago. I was walking my then 8 year old daughter to school. Thankfully she didn't see it happen, but I did and screamed. I then realised the impact on her and just told her I'd had a fright but all was well. I then saw the aftermath...I had to keep it together for my daughter's sake. I went straight to the headmasters office after I dropped her off as I was shaking uncontrollably and broke down hysterically when I finally could let my emotions go in front of him. What struck me was the peace in his face before he knelt down. It still lives with me. I felt so badly for the train driver who just couldn't break in time. That was just once. I cannot fathom having to have seen that more than once. I'm sending you a great big hug from London. I'm truly sorry you had to go through that. If it helps at all to know, your service and emotional sacrifice helped others like me. The officer who came for my statement was professional, dignified, solemn and truly empathetic to my experience. I am grateful for that. Thank you.

[@M4TTYJ]

@albamartinez4987 sorry you had to witness that. There are some fantastic officers out there who are brilliant with witness etc. Best thing I ever did was talk about things, as the silence was killing me.

[@gingerroo123]

Ren making us all cry again. Heartbreaking, emotional, beautiful song. Amazing tribute to Joe. Yet a message of hope and preserverance too. 💛 Ren 💛

[@craigevans8912]

I can’t stop 😢

[@polyesterspecter]

Ren, and reactors like yourself, are helping redefine masculinity through empathy and vulnerability. This is the new masculinity and I'm HERE FOR IT.

[@tonywalsh1967]

Dude, I'm a 55 yr old "old school alpha" man and I'm sitting hear with tears rolling down my cheeks. Ren has a way of exposing emotions and making us stare our daemons in the eye. Don't be afraid to feel your feels brother, and never be ashamed to let others see your humanity. I firmly believe that people are sent into our lives to teach us lessons we need to learn. Joe Hughes taught Ren how to laugh and love, and then taught him how to grieve. Joes gift to us all was preventing Ren from ending it when he was at his lowest as he had learned how much pain that can inflict on those who remain, and Ren has stated that he never wanted to inflict that on anyone else. R.I.P. and thank you Joe.

[@Silkytoaster]

“ people are sent into our lives to teach us lessons ..Joe taught Ren how to laugh and love - I love what you said here .

[@raffaguitars]

there's nothing more masculine then being ok with your emotions and daring to show them...A real man doesn't care how he's conceived, He's just being real.

[@WR3ND]

Unfortunately we live in societies where how we are perceived does have some value, social currency, if you will. Like the Dollar, its worth is what people trust in it. Of course there is more than that, but sometimes ends just need to be met. Even if it can be hell sometimes, life is a great thing; it's an opportunity, but it's also a compromise.

[@jasonhutcherson6224]

Perceived not conceived. But yes you're correct it takes more courage to show emotion/ vulnerability.

[@raffaguitars]

@@jasonhutcherson6224 Thanx for the correction Jason, as a non native speaker I like to be corrected. Wasn't conceived something with pregnancy?

[@WR3ND]

@@raffaguitars Yeah, reproduction is is sometimes implied, but it can also mean to come up with an idea or understanding, as an act of creation. Cheers.

[@MissHellNYC666]

BP Your words and reactions are beautiful. Let your emotions flow. We'll all help hold you up. ❤‍🩹❤‍🩹❤‍🩹

[@margaretkichenama6022]

That’s Beautiful ❤

[@Lord_Kujang]

You have a reaction channel. If a song has a specific reaction on you, don’t be ashamed of it. That’s the beauty of it. Art like this is supposed to be reactionary. It doesn’t make you less manly for showing emotions, it makes you more human.

[@ZX4RNINJA]

And we must remember we are all Human

[@KevL_262]

The reaction on "How to be me" was such a honest reaction! It shouldn't rest on private! ❤❤❤ The fact that you talk about the domino effect just before he starts to play dominos got me!!!! And it's Calgary btw. 😊

[@vmo4136]

I feel like we all owe an insurmountable debt of gratitude to Joe. Something Ren said during his Justin Hawkins interview hit me hard and will stay with me for the rest of my life. He said knowing first hand the kind of pain an act like that causes is the reason he didn't give up when his health problems were at their peak. It anchored him to this world. Now that he's coming out on the other side of all of this Ren has taken Joe's story and amplified it from a localized ripple effect to this world-wide reverberation of inspiration. It's touched and saved so many lives, and it's created this entire wonderful, supportive, beautiful community and the love and support just keeps spreading. Joe may have left 13 years ago, but he's immortal now.

[@d2ndborn]

After listening to Ren for years I think of him as a friend not just someone I am a fan of.

[@aweird1ne]

Beautiful song and reaction. It’s the skyline of Calgary. Alberta in Canada Where he was getting his treatments The building with the orange lights is the Saddle Dome arena.

[@bigdaddydc70]

Brother, I'm 53 and still learning to get through my own tragedies. Thanks to Ren, I have learned it's ok to cry and we are not lesser men because of it. I now believe showing emotion makes us better men! Thank you for your reactions my man, you are making a difference! Much Love!

[@rymarkk]

The same, bro.

[@leejones1319]

True bards are healers. Ren is the wounded healer breaking open our hearts. A beautiful soul.

[@woodywoodman2319]

Of course he Slays it on the piano!!! Ren is single-handedly changing the music game... for the better, let's Hope!!!

[@mercedeswarrenash5929]

Violet’s tale is the beginning chapter of the song. I was 16 when “it seemed like the right time”. My best friend “Ludo” called just in time to stop me. I was diagnosed with my 1st disability that year. Violet’s tale ended a few months before my daughter was born. With in a year I was diagnosed with my 2nd disability. Joe died the same year my son was born (two days before my birthday). Two years later I was diagnosed with my 3rd disability and 2 years later diagnosed with disability number 4. Ren’s Suic*de and Sam’s Time Will Fly were released the day I turned 47, (only a week before the thought of my two freckled angels kept me from making a similar mistake). I first encountered REN’s music in January & I’m so grateful for him and all of the hundred or so people I’ve seen react to his music. I have found so much in common with every rapper, metal head, classical musician, sufferer of chronic illness, therapist & everyday Joe who who have shared the beauty of REN’s, Sam’s, Chinchilla’s and The Big Push’s music. I have so many lifesavers I think I’ll stay afloat for quite some time.

[@sarvil6253]

❤Beautiful reaction to a beautiful song ❤You are not alone in your emotions, you are human❤

[@XT660ZTherapy]

When Ren drops a new track, it's like receiving a gift from someone you love

[@suevick637]

This was filmed in Calgary, Canada. This song has me crying more than any of Ren's songs. They almost always do, but this hit me hard for very personal reasons. 🤍🤍

[@kathiloadholt]

You are loved. So is Ren. Thank you.

[@chroma9008]

Brother, as another 40-year old man, on a calm day where the emotion peaks for you, close yourself in a room, and just let it all out, let it do its thing without you trying to control it or redirect it or turn it 'masculine' or anything else. It's a step, and a process. Much love and fire reaction, as always.

[@krisprepolec5616]

This was filmed on Scotsman’s Hill overlooking the Calgary Stampede Grounds. I have watched fireworks from there many times. What a beautiful tribute ❤❤️‍🩹

[@christophCymru]

Emotion is human. Like Ren said, if we don't share those moments and thoughts they become a taboo.. and then people can't express themselves.. the more people who communicate feelings the better

[@krotchlickmeugh627]

He said it. You heard it. We must not forget, that we are human beings. Never forget that brother.

[@bradleysmith6115]

You are doing a fantastic job shining a light on an artist who deserves it more than most Also that is Calgary Canada, I was born and lived in the city until I wa 30 (I’m 58 )!!!

[@helenajrgensen3157]

Well... Ren does it again.. Brings tears to my eyes and makes my heart shrink. He makes me reach through the screen and give him a big, big hug. Love his artistic talent. How talented he is. An artist of this century. RIP Joe 🙏❤

[@davidcook7301]

He is on a hill overlooking downtown Calgary with the hockey arena in the foreground

[@larengrove6894]

The Saddledome You can see the Calgary tower in the middle of the skyline too. My hometown ❤️ I live in England now though 😊

[@davidcook7301]

@@larengrove6894 I love Calgary. I have relatives there, so I visited many times. I found the general area Ren was in one time and took a picture, but it was in the daytime.

[@comrie22]

Go give your wife a big kiss and a cuddle, tell her what you are feeling. She will have your back BP. We will also always be here to listen to your thoughts when Rens beautiful music and words hit a cord. It's happening to us too, he is an artist that just makes you feel, whether you want to or not ❤

[@CPegRun]

Another amazing piece of art!! Joe Hughes, you are surely well loved!! BP,this was filmed in Calgary, Alberta, Canada!!! ❤❤❤

[@S_CampbellFOC]

Bro… this kid has changed my life too. I had a bad surgery last year and have been out of work and feeling useless. I needed this kid

[@xchakeix]

For me, people who can handle and work through their emotions are the strongest. Anyone can run from emotion, ignore it, push it down so as not to appear "soft", but to be able to face them, control them, show them, and then return to their baseline, that's what make true men and women. I hope that at some point you feel comfortable enough to release the reaction to How to be Me. He also filmed this in Calgary.

[@NondualChristian]

It looks to me ss though it is filmed on a bridge, I guess deliberately so.

[@calvinstreeting1173]

We all must not forget we are humans... its good to talk :) and it makes us no less of a human

[@Ian_Martin1461]

Robert, I am a 49 year old man who at 18 left home and joined the British Army. My upbringing was like yours a man has to be strong and hide all emotions away. It wasn’t until my father died 7 years ago that I started to show my innermost emotions and let it out. We were never the closest and that is my biggest regret in life and I wish I could tell him how much I loved and still love him. But now I have learnt to relax and be vulnerable just like Ren tells us to. Now this man can make me laugh and cry torrents of tears and make me an emotional wreck sometimes. Anyway thank you for being so open in your reaction. Bless you and your family bro 🙏❤️

[@Bonjovicrzy]

Absolutely beautiful and there is only one Ren ,,, God Bless Ren and his music

[@kerrianderson2954]

He filmed this in Calgary while having his treatment 😊

[@kristin9905]

I love this reaction more then any other! As a 40 year old FUQ girl it’s way more sexy when a man can show his emotions when he needs to! ❤❤

[@saz4860]

'How to be me' has probably made most people cry tbf- myself included! I think that's why so many people connect to Ren- even if you haven't experienced any of the things he speaks on, if you have a heart- you can understand the emotion behind it. I hope you and your family are all good, sending love from U.K xx

[@NonDuality80]

I was born may of 1980. I grew up in a very interesting neighborhood in Brooklyn NY. I HEAR EVERY WORD YOU SPEAK! no cap 🧢 lol😂. Just keep being you brother. Your an amazing demonstration for men and how us dudes need to be. So thank you! Cypress Hill was my shit I grew up on but I need Ren and Sam and a few others these days

[@noelgarza3959]

Just keep it real BP. Like you always do. It comes through. Peace.

[@MrPeelcam]

Ren can drag out the emotions I've buried deep for a long time. He's a fucking genius and angel on earth. We need his music and him this day and age.

[@mozart7820]

Same bro💯Pulling it back to a positive at the end was genius.

[@MsCheesemonster13]

Even though I have done a lot of research to try and help myself deal with my mental health issues, until recently I have only understood it on an intellectual level and couldn’t successfully incorporate it into my life. Ren’s work has allowed me to understand these ideas emotionally, and only now I can start to manage my problems in a positive way. I don’t know why his music has changed things for me so dramatically, but I know it has, and I am profoundly grateful to him.

[@prismonthethehorizon5793]

It's Brighton...not too far from London, it's the local seaside resort for Londoner's. I think it's important for men to express their emotions. It's authentic! I'm finding Ren's artistry deeply emotional and resonates... not one of us goes through life without at some point in our life experiencing some kind of emotional pain whatever that form that comes in...I'm really struggling with this one but it's absolutely beautiful!

[@riverak61]

I'm pretty sure Ren added that middle section following "Dominoes..." just for this live performance. Thanks for sharing your emotions with your reaction to this beautiful tribute song for Joe

[@robynparker9263]

The greatest thing about music, is that when it is true and pure, the inner beauty comes out. And within the beauty is the truth!!!! And his truth is beautiful!!!! And your truth is beautiful!!! The truth is beautiful!!! Let it shine!!!!

[@JoelMyaer]

I never thought at 53 I'd cry along with the whole world, well at least the world luckly enough to discover Ren. Ren has REN-EWED my heart and soul, for in this weary world he's a beacon of hope!

[@boydhall1587]

RNLI. Ren is literally like a Troubadour. He is taking us all on a journey of self-discovery and much more. His vulnerability leaves nowhere to hide and is an act of incredible strength. I am blown away by everything he does. TommyBee.

[@Wiley_Coyote]

Brilliant. There's no other word for it.

[@IronRaspberry]

The beginning is the end of the song “su-ide”. The middle is a new verse. The end is the chorus from “Freckled Angel”

[@barringtonthelast]

There's more humanity pouring out of Ren than the UN could hope to achieve.a truly extraordinary human being,I'll never meet him but I'd love to shake his hand and thank him for what he is doing.

[@andreasolsson2586]

Thanks for the reaction and sharing. ❤️🙏💪

[@dianesnowflake]

This little light. I felt the same, I also box things to move forwards. Today I took the first step towards seeing a trauma councilor. So thanks to this wonderful man who lays his soul bare. We can all learn. You are so right about what it means about being a man. Great to see your authenticity.

[@Sniper-steve]

Hi B.P after seeing this today I have opened up to my girl about my partner about how I’m struggling with PTSD and how close I’ve been to suicide the last few days I think listening to you talk helped me to open up to her thank you I think might have just saved my life

[@scottboyer5649]

My Tears join his...Pulling strength and courage from a cherished ones demise and taking on the blessing they all have left behind. Not a day goes by when, when they don't pierce our minds. It's through their eternal light that we begin to shine.

[@geoffreynolds8835]

Ren is an enigma. He's a breath of fresh air in our world . As an independent artiste who uses his talent to reach across the globe .He's new but is grounded in the real world. Here's my Welsh .

[@sassy_brit1975]

I am lost for words at how amazing ren is and his honesty and lyrics in this song really hit me hard, i am based in the uk in hastings east sussex i am going through the darkest time of my life , been homeless since november 2022 i have lost everything i had & my whole life has fallen apart, Every day i think about suicide, the ways i can do it etc and how i will finally be at peace and have relief from all the mental and physical pain im going through, i take one day at a time, one hour at a time as i cant think of a future as i just want to end it all, today i am here one day i will not be as this heartache & suffering has to end for me 💔 rens song goes deep into my soul, esp his track suicide.. I feel such a connection to ren esp via his lyrics and his own pain at losing someone he loved & how he struggles everyday with all he feels .. He is amazing and i feel blessed to be able to listen to his songs so thank you ren from the bottom of my heart xxx #RIPJOE 🙏💛

[@andrewtims9524]

Don't give up, darkness is always followed by light , as hard as it seems you can turn things around and let the light shine through, it might seem like it's easier to not go on and to stop the pain but you would also stop any chance of things getting better, just find the strength to make things better , things can improve but it's down to you , I hope you find the inner strength to light your way out of the darkness ❤

[@sassy_brit1975]

@@andrewtims9524 Thank you for your kind words of support, so kind of you to take the time to reply to my post.. Every day for me is about survival and i survived today so thats an achievement, tomorrrow my survival starts again and fighting the darkness that is sucking at my soul will be my biggest challenge so i need every bit of strength i have, ty once again your kindness is much appreciated xx

[@AprilJMoon]

I've been homeless having lost EVERYTHING but the clothes on my body. I even got so blitzed and tried to go to sleep on railway tracks. Bloody rocks kept digging in me and made me angry so that I got up cursing. I did the hostel circuit until I managed to eventually get a council flat. I got past the offing myself phase, but lived numb for years, and still am... but after finding Ren, I am trying to lift myself up, and inch by inch I am making progress, mainly due to Ren and his bloody deep and complex rabbit hole/warren. What I am saying bud, is learn to get through until tomorrow, and then the next tomorrow and ... you get the picture. Laugh at how woke the world is getting, rejoice as you discover new music such as Ren, The Big Push, Chinchilla. Say fk the world and do things YOUR way, become a tramp and see the country, join an environmental group, whatever tickles your fancy. Modern society can easily crush us if we let it. Break free and be what you want to be and do what makes YOU happy (just not a psycho killer who targets those who respond to your replies lol)

[@andrewtims9524]

​@sassy_brit1975 I know that feeling, I have lived it too , standing on a bridge knowing that one step will stop the pain , you survived today and knowing that shows you have the strength to survive tomorrow as well , just take things one day at a time and try not to be too hard on yourself , the fact you had the guts to write on here and show the world your pain speaks volumes to the inner strength you possess, I hope you will soon be basking in the light with a wry smile knowing you have made it through the darkness xx

[@sassy_brit1975]

@@AprilJMoon 🙏💛

[@vanps1088]

There is nothing wrong with being emotional when listening to Ren. His music is hauntingly beautiful, moving, uplifting and has messages. Anger isn’t the only emotion we should show. After all we are human beings. Mad respect to you and Ren 💖🖤💖

[@shellymiller1248]

I’m proud of Ren and I’ve only know he exists for 3 weeks.

[@johnarndt1501]

You're a good dude man. Don't be afraid to be vulnerable, vulnerability is real and people need real.

[@Pablopax4]

Your best reaction, You've come a long way in 6 months, I relate very much.

[@REVER_REN_Music]

So after crying with this reaction I went to Ren's channel and the caption he had on a still image of this video in the community section had me crying again so I wanted to share. "After Joe died the visits I paid to North Wales were fleeting. By being somewhere new I could be someone new. Brighton didn't just offer me a new chapter, it offered me a new book, and a whole new character. On Monday I would make the difficult journey home because of music and the fund raising efforts of my incredible following. We managed to raise an incredible £21,000 for the RNLI, an incredible team of volunteers, who risk their lives without pay to aid calls of distress from British shores. The night Joe went missing they were out on the choppy stretch of water between Anglesey and the Mainland, until 5am, looking for Joe, without pay, from the goodness of their hearts. They continued the search efforts for the entire following week until hope dwindled. They owed us nothing, and gave us everything. Yesterday I decided to pay a visit to Joe's mum and dad. I was asked to play them the new live session I recorded in Calgary. It was probably the most nervous I've been playing someone a video that I'd made. The topic isn't an easy one, especially for parents who have lost an incredible son. I nervously hit play, and the gravity of what I was showing sunk in and I began to cry. In the end we sat in silence, silently sobbing. Joes mum turned to me and smiled and we hugged, and I felt much lighter. It made me really realise I guess what I've always known. Music is far more than music. It's a channel of communication for the things that are impossible to say. It's a bridge between the living and the dead. It's a way to stay immortal. It's a way to resurrect the dead. It's a universal language. It cuts down barriers of the parts of you which are encapsulated in steel cast iron. It allows frozen rivers to thaw and become un-stagnant. I owe myself, my life, everything I am to music. Music is the closest thing to god I know. I am so grateful to be doing what I do and to tap into this mystic force. My life, my energy, myself, I eternally devote to it." I f'n love you Ren, you too BP, believe it or not your channel has got me through some dark times, keep doing what you're doing because it matters. .....40!

[@pault6639]

BP - outstanding. Men who bottle stuff up are emotionally stunted - I know because I was one. It makes a better world when yes we can be tough but when we can show empathy too. All things in balance.

[@davidkeller6718]

Ren is so real, so present. He is a mirror for each of us. He is free in his Life and Artistry, and for me, and I belief in many others, this allows us to also Release and Live a more open and honest Life. A Bright Light. Love your reactions.

[@mandyharvey684]

I think you should release your reaction. One of the reasons you love Rens music is because he let's you in. Be assured that your fans will give that same love and support to you. No judgement.

[@maxmoore9955]

I'm a 62 year old Brit and seen and Felt a lot of pain in my time. But Ren got to me yet again. Tears are Flowing freely. And I'm not a shamed to say because I'm a Human being. The RNLI are all over the UK 🇬🇧 and Ireland 🇮🇪. I live about the Furthest you can in the UK from the Sea .but always given to the RNLI.

[@Dragonartykay]

Ren has made another masterpiece, I definitely agree that this song along with Ren will save lives. He is a genius, Wales is definitely very proud of Ren.

[@bosbornefischer]

Ren has an ability to crawl inside one's head and sap every internal barricade. It's hard, but it is ultimately cathartic.

[@awesukisuki]

This song makes me cry so hard

[@cb-ks3qz]

Absolutely no reason to feel embarrassed, x it is as it is x

[@neilwood8794]

Ren brings me to tears, especially this one ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@clairepickin5928]

Ren seems to know how to unlock peoples' emotions that they've stuffed down for decades. It's like his music and creativity unlocks it all - and it comes tumbling out of us...

[@mickjuul1977]

Wonderful Reaction..

[@jasonforbes586]

Thanks BP.........for keeping it real......society could use more people like Ren and yourself........thank you......

[@lenechristiansen2663]

❤❤❤ you don´t have to shed tears for showing feelings. And you don´t have to be ashamed if you do. Most important is what you feel, how you act, and what you say. 🥰🥰🥰 from Denmark. Lene61🇩🇰

[@cbradio-su8kd]

BP, I was lucky to meet him when he presented the cheque to the RNLI at Beaumaris on his home island of Anglesey, he was shy, humble and just a beautiful human, I gave him a cwtch (a welsh word for a special hug) he didn't mind posing for pics and signing things, I was just so happy and beamed for the rest of the day, let that light shine brightly BP 💝

[@paullauzon5965]

Thanks for covering this song. Rens amazing the songs amazing. My life's been riddled suicides so this song it's really hits home. And it's crazy to think it's filmed in my hometown and a spot I know. Ren you play I'm there. I just pray I don't miss it.

[@porksidewarrior]

Just the greatest artist in the world imo, ridiculous talent , im lost for words at this guy

[@berlingolingoful]

@BlackPegasus What an excellent reaction- so insightful. Thanks so much 🕯 ☦️

[@janebird723]

We all wear a mask ❤

[@Timthefamsmith]

Where he starts with " Domino's" is completely new all the way to where he starts the chorus from freckled angles

[@vintagetwilight5239]

Being open and vulnerable does not make you less of a man... at all... in fact it s the reactions where you have been openly touched or emotional that made me subscribe and stick around, and your little girl is lucky to have a dad like you who is working to be the most honest and open version of himself 💜

[@justmejoy124]

BP I remember as a kid singing in the choir and there was 2 songs I loved singing wholeheartedly and one of those was This little light of mine of which you spoke of and my all time favorite of which I sat in my dad's room the night he passed and sang this song to him which was Just as I Am. It's true I've felt a great connect with Ren. Vulnerability to me is more like a strength than a weakness in this world today I feel. Opening up and revealing the truth inside you takes more courage than most can gather. I've learned that has been somewhat my own therapy to heal wounds that cut very deep to the core of me. Had I stuffed it down and kept it within I think it would have split me apart so to me being open and sharing your vulnerability is like lancing a sore place and releasing the infection so that it can better heal rather than let it fester and implode. Just saying for me choosing to share my pain has truly been a therapy whether it falls on listening ears or not the letting go relieves. BP I so enjoy your channel and cutting up having fun but it good to share these deep subjects as well with brothers and sisters open to understand. Thank you.✌️🌹🤜🤛

[@GW-kf1be]

BP your reactions, both touching and the funny ones are the best, I thank you. Ren has touched my soul too. ❤

[@ToadsNewMania]

Real men DO show emotion. It makes me like you more.

[@shannonstradford6518]

I think he is healing his self in his xmusic and also it is helping so many of us heal whatever wounds we have … I know I have become more introspective while listening to his music … it’s a different type of therapy for me ❤I love Ren Peace & love

[@angelb-oo7ob]

I interpreted the bottle as it’s Rens message in a bottle to Joe….his song….showing him Ren is here remembering….lighting the way….🪽🫧🫶🏻❤️‍🩹 @BlackPegasusRaps and sharing that light with you, so continue to bravely embrace those feelings 🕊️🫂

[@DVDFHardTarget]

Fantastic reaction BP and what an amazing song/performance from REN.

[@tonihall4881]

There is a great thing that happens when people show that we are all humans. We all cry with you and feel more connected to you when we watch your reactions. Thanks for sharing

[@cleancoder3838]

15:47 Absolutely beautiful piano play...

[@bevc5349]

Yet another heartfelt, honest and open reaction Mr BP. You never stop learning, i still am and i have nearly 20 years on you! ❤

[@autumnoleary584]

I'm impressed by men that can show real raw emotions like grief, pain, fear, and deep empathy. Show it man!

[@shaundisch2020]

We probably all tear up, cry, get emotional during his songs. No reason to be embarrassed, we are all multifaceted. I cut my finger in half with a saw, didn't cry. Ren makes me cry.

[@WhisperWolfe]

I send massive hugs to, BP. Grief is like an ocean tide. The storms come and go, but the depth is always there, and sometimes, sometimes, grief comes up in a tidal wave when the sun is high and the skies are clear.

[@geaniegail931]

Amen to being vulnerable not making you less of a man. Being vulnerable takes strength and introspection. Ren's raw, unadulterated, unfiltered gift is to take the pains you boxed away, open them up, examine them, and somehow make it okay to acknowledge, share, and release. And he does it all with a guitar, or a piano, and his voice.

[@juliehoward9654]

It takes strength and courage to show your vulnerability, to share your pain and yet so many of us are taught growing up that it's weakness. Ren is leading the way.