First Time Reacting To Ren - Hi Ren (Absolute Genius)

[@SofaandChill]

Hey everyone, please head on over to my second channel and sign up so you don't iss anymore Ren releases: www.youtube.com/@TunesandChill

[@MistyLong-h1p]

I’ve subscribed there too. Lol

[@mel5583]

Subscribed! Can't wait to see more Ren reactions 🥰

[@rachellenoir2072]

I would love to see your journey!

[@8977jn7]

Just subbed❤ sick boi, baggage, 7 sins, castle made of sand- he does literally every genre & every track he's ever made has a message and is filled with talent

[@Phoenix_flying]

It says “no content”?

[@itsonlyme4265]

There is absolutely nothing better on KZbin than watching people discover Ren for the first time!

[@puppenbuhnebauchkribbeln1183]

WORD🩵👌🏼

[@Thale-451]

Well, theres is also Falling in Reverse...🙂

[@amberschairer6614]

@@Thale-451Don’t get me wrong falling in reverse is just awesome, also brilliant lyrics, brilliant videos, blow your mind rapping, and similar topics too. But I genuinely like REN’s message better. Listening to Falling in reverse makes me angry, it lets me vent, but REN is the avatar of hope at this point for me. I have used lyrics of his song as mantras to get me through the toughest parts of my life. I listen to Falling in Reverse and it gives my physical workout an extra push.

[@danielmeola3651]

Yes, i'm addicted to it

[@itsonlyme4265]

@ I think a lot of us are!

[@badwolf1587]

RENEGADES ASSEMBLE 🦋🐷🦋🐷🦋🐷🦋🐷🦋🐷

[@ozzy7109]

You rang?

[@mikecrossan7898]

Always :)

[@tarapersinger1001]

Present 👋

[@jessicalogan1119]

Here!

[@tracys_plants]

🖐️

[@salishseamermaid]

And just like that: nine minutes, and your life will never be the same again. Please do share your journey with us!!❤

[@steveknutson5617]

two lamps from goodwill, a wheelchair from the dump, a guitar, and a genius and together they make the most important video of our lifetime. take note music industry

[@renegadespreadingsomelove]

+ Sam 🩷

[@patrickcarlin9477]

ONE OF US! ONE OF US! ONE OF US! 🤘🏼

[@Courtneyp85]

Lol

[@ChrisLawton66]

I'm 58 and no artist has affected me the way this man has. One of the few that deserves to be called "genius". Also, no one has made me cry so much. Liked and subscribed.

[@SofaandChill]

Thanks Chris, this knocked me for 6. Did not expect it at all...genuinely amazed

[@ChrisLawton66]

@SofaandChill No one expects the Renish Inquisition 😂 (boy do I hope a movie lover like yourself gets that). I'll be back for all of your Ren reactions, and as a movie lover myself, I'll probably check out your other videos as well. But be prepared, Ren has in the vicinity of 200 songs, so you'll have to do a LOT of reactions.

[@frabo1000]

71 years old and same here... also liked and subscribed.

[@patriciaobrien6600]

58 here too and I agree with your comment 💯❤

[@garysherwin3316]

There is life before hi ren and life after im 62 and this young man has quickly become the most important artist of my lifetime , new sub to watch your mind get blown 🇬🇧

[@ShawnPainter29]

Flipping beautiful reaction. Yes! Do more REN!

[@SofaandChill]

Thank you so much for the comment i really appreciate it

[@sigally]

Ren is 34 yrs old. At 19, he was bitten by a tick and developed Lyme disease that went undiagnosed for 8 years. He was bed bound for alot of that time with extreme pain, brain fog, neuropathy and more. He tried a million things to figure out what was going on. He still struggles with pain today. He is the nicest guy too, one of the reasons he's loved by so many❤. He's helped millions who suffer from autoimmune and disorders and mental health struggles through his music. But Ren's catalog is very diverse. He's a rapper, a singer, genre bender, multi instrumentalist, producer and director. A couple of things. If you do The Tales of Jenny & Screech, do the 13minute version that puts the stories in the right order. When you do Money Game, part 2 has to be the lyric video, it's the only complete song. ❤😂

[@rogerstarkey5390]

ALWAYS in order and BOTH MG2, Lyric first. (But not yet)

[@stonefaction]

@@rogerstarkey5390 Don't forget the Sky Arts Awards live version of MG2.

[@SquintyNose]

Film it and they will come ❤

[@SofaandChill]

I'm starting to see that haha

[@SquintyNose]

@SofaandChill the one thing people want to see is a genuine connection with this piece of art.. Oh and no subtitles😂

[@themojoslide]

Renegades assemble 🎺

[@TheOtherBrotherAli76]

Buddy.... If you're serious, yes, we're here for your Ren journey. We, good sir, are RENegades and we support Ren and anyone that supports ren. Already hit the sub button. Let's do this baby.

[@pohjiebarbosa]

This. Welcome, friend, to the world of Ren.

[@TC-jg3cz]

This. Welcome to the cult of the Renegades.

[@PeteFindsObscureStuff]

@@TC-jg3cz it's a book club!! 😉

[@kellytoth5866]

Great name. Love me some old school Brother Ali!

[@TheOtherBrotherAli76]

@kellytoth5866 Hey thanks man. It's safe to say Brother Ali had a great deal of impact on me. I converted to Islam years ago and I was blessed to be given the name Ali.

[@Oitsugina93]

Ren won't always hit you so hard, but he will always surprise and amaze you, over and over again. ❤❤❤

[@iamlpinthe312]

This is the gateway “drug “ to the Reniverse . I feel most connected to the reactors who show their emotional vulnerability in their reaction. Since its release nearly 2 years ago Ren has found his people both in and as a result of the reaction community here on YT. He has become a voice for so many of us who have felt unseen, and unheard, and not understood. He gets it because he’s lived it and is still living in it. ** I highly recommend reading the things that Ren writes in the side bar as well as in the comments section. It offers a back story and gives you a greater appreciation for the piece of art and his performance. WELCOME TO THE RENEGADES 💙

[@SofaandChill]

Please don't forget to go on over and show Ren some love kzbin.info/door/qq3VcwPGseErHUa0-xLInQ

[@RonaldSimkin]

If you want another "movie" song from REN watch The Tale of Jenny and Screetch. Be sure to watch the full Trilogy all at once, it's about 13 minutes I believe....

[@5353Jumper]

Ren is such an amazing actor his videos may as well be in a Movie Reaction channel. Jenny & Screech trillogy Money Game Trillogy Ren & Chinchilla "Chalk Outlines" - about the love/hate relationship with mental health medication Ren & Chinchilla "How to be me" - about the feeling right after you lose a loved one. Many of his songs are great parental guidance moments for teens. There is fun stuff too like his "Love Music" songs. 😉

[@Moctipotili1]

When you said you now need to watch other reactions to this because you are addicted, I giggled and did a little dance. I know you will love the journey!! Be warned, Ren is good at bringing out emotions in his videos so keep some facial tissues handy!!

[@Caketime2]

Yes he needs it right now! His symptoms have come back heavy and hard... he's looking for hope. And with everything he's given us it's the least we can do!

[@jessieoliver]

He depends on reactors to spread his music since he can't to conventional concerts often, so great to remind people to check out the original music. He's struggling again now and needs support from his amazing community to keep it growing! 🧡🔥

[@Lulabee2024]

Oh yes...we have another beautiful soul on board for our man Ren. Thoughtful. Intelligent. Vulnerable. Brave. Honest. HUMAN. Fantastic reaction.

[@PaulKelley-gy3hm]

The tale of Jenny and Screech should be next. It's like having a movie downloaded into your brain.

[@GreekGorl]

Wow. My mind is blown! Thank you for doing this Kev!! I would never have heard of him otherwise!!!! Just absolutely gut wrenching! Absolute genius!!!!!

[@danielbourner3720]

You have to do the money game trilogy. By REN It’s unbelievable

[@CabinFever52]

@@danielbourner3720 ABSOLUTELY agree.

[@Jadedxx]

WELCOME 🖤 Ren has such an amazing community. His fave saying is A Rising Tide Lifts All Ships 🖤

[@SofaandChill]

@GreekGorl so happy thst I was able to Introduce you to the genius that is REN 😊

[@krystalIvy1996]

Dont you dare go down the rabbit hole without us!! What an amazing reaction, thank you for sharing with us ❤

[@shawnooweldsparks4202]

WELCOME to REN

[@SofaandChill]

Incredible

[@MargaretKichenama]

@@SofaandChillThank you for sharing ❤REN is sick again and every reaction helps. Subbed!

[@janewhite6200]

@sofaandchill thank you for your heartfelt response and willingness to share your own vulnerability. This is what he brings out in so many of us RENegades. 57 year old RENegade here loving the reaction video’s to Ren. As others have said, all his music videos are amazing. Hi Ren, I have watched over 100 times and I only discovered him about 6 months ago! ❤️❤️❤️

[@matildafishes9931]

Great reaction. If I can leave a message eventually after subscribing, I'll tell you a little of my story. Ren is amazing.

[@SofaandChill]

@@matildafishes9931 I would love to hear your story Matilda

[@amaza888]

"I've stopped breathing!" 🤣🤣👌 Yup. Breathtaking indeed.

[@DusCostea-kt1dg]

I'm 64 and this young man is an absolute beast a unicorn amongst many Goats 😉🎵🎶🔥🙏💪🐝🍀

[@RealSundanceGarden]

I'm 67, and he absolutely speaks to me. I've seen a lot of artists in my life, but to me he is like nothing I've experienced. Love him so much.

[@Bob-wv7ed]

Wonderful reaction. It’s not an exaggeration to say “there’s life before finding Ren, and life after finding Ren.” He touches all emotions. His story is unbelievable and inspiring. He’s taken ill again. The Renegades will fill you in. You’ve entered an entire community. He’s still fairly unknown, which is crazy given the technology we have today. Because he’s independent and always educates us on truths, the music industry is snubbing him. He doesn’t care about money anyway(you’ll see). He’s all about the message.

[@sanfordgfogg]

The music industry (Sony, I believe) actually picked up and when he fell ill, actually released him from his contracts and even gave him rights to the songs he worked on with Sony. Part of the reason I believe he remains independent is because of how much time he spends fighting his disease and the awareness to understand that he cannot commit to the promotional side of contract requirement (performances, appearances, etc.) He is receiving recognition, by all the fans spreading the word. When's the last time you heard an independent artist having #1 in the UK before Ren did it?

[@rudyb.]

NEXT: Tales of Jenny & Screech( and Violet). The whole trilogy please. Great reaction btw! Welcome to Renegade Nation.

[@lynnmarentette]

Also watch Ren's work with the band the Big Push.

[@torilynn8689]

Yesss

[@michaelmorgan2897]

This!

[@Shelleyc1972]

I still get goosebumps when he finally makes eye contact with the camera. He's inviting you into the 4th wall!

[@badwolf1587]

Ive seen this well over 2k times !✨️AND I STILL GET CHILLS TO THE BONE WHEN HE GOES INTO THE 3RD REN AND HOPE THEN SINGING💙🦋💙🦋💙🦋🦋 ,,,EVERY TIME 🦋💙🦋🐷🦋💙🦋

[@AnnikaRamhqvist]

Yes! Every time when he stands up ❤❤

[@lailal5723]

everybody needs more Ren in their life

[@aviator2252]

Ren has a way of showing up when you need the message the most

[@MrDouglashed]

The Ren reaction dopamine fix can be addictive

[@Courtneyp85]

So addictive.

[@stepheniestevens743]

What was I supposed to be doing? My family’s hungry? I need to work? Yeah,yeah. Just one more reaction

[@katestark2519]

It's definitely not 2am here... and I definitely don't have to get up with the kids in the morning... and I'm definitely not sitting here binge-watching Ren reactions! 😳😂

[@Shtilil]

I believe I’ve watched most reactions to ‘Hi, Ren’ and yours moved me deeply and was really refreshing. This rabbit hole is deep and I’m looking forward to see what you discover 🖤

[@SofaandChill]

Thank you so much for the comment. It really moved me and I can not wait to.go down that rabbit hole

[@catalinaburcea6557]

​@@SofaandChilland we can't wait to watch you do more Ren blind reactions. Please share with us, this was absolutely amazing one. One of my fav, loved it! ❤❤

[@SofaandChill]

@@catalinaburcea6557 Thank you Catalina, that comment made me smile :)

[@LeesaDeAndrea]

It's not just a song, like you said. It's an experience.

[@mstewart109]

This is a true story about him folks. And one take. His are all one takes I believe

[@The-ShuBox]

Welcome to the rabbit hole! You have no idea how happy I was to see this pop up. Ren literally saved my life last year when I was introduced to him and I’ve been hooked ever since. I think you’ll really enjoy the journey. You really can’t go wrong with where you go from here. ❤

[@farfromheaven29]

I don't say this lightly, Ren literally saved my life. I would not be here today if it wasn't for him and his music. Ren always finds you when you need it the most. Great appreciation for your reaction and can't wait to see your journey down the rabbit hole 🕳️. Much love ✌️

[@shawnooweldsparks4202]

you speak for so many of our voices .

[@neilwypior9270]

Welcome to the renegades

[@SofaandChill]

Thank you 😊

[@planetag310]

Two months ago, I watched 'Hi Ren' for the first time. The rabbit hole is deep, my friend. This man's musical, instrumental, singing, rapping and lyric-writing skills are otherworldly. I have never been so addicted to someone's music, listening multiple times for the goosebumps. I envy you because you get to experience all his songs for the first time now.

[@lynnmarentette]

A Ren reaction video crossed my feed in September. I didn't really know about reaction videos. Now I do. I LOVE watching people react to Ren for the very first time.

[@Mhantrax]

If you want an idea of how long this Hi Ren reaction viewing can last, I first watched this over a year and one month ago. And here I am, still completely absorbed in new reactions of Hi Ren. It is humanity. The humanness. The human connection, I seek.

[@snakecharm13]

If you are going to react to Ren we are HERE FOR IT. It are in for an amazing journey!!!

[@cmbtking]

Did NOT expect this. Awesome. You're ability to pick up on themes is amazing and it's what makes your channel stand out so much for me and why I've enjoyed watching everything the past couple years now. This is no exception. This is a masterpiece and every man, person really, IMO needs to see this. The noose line forever shakes me.

[@CorgiDaddy2]

The noose line and the eternal dance saved my life. I've fallen in love with the genius of Ren.

[@Minorbird1972]

“The voice that you hear when you loosen the noose on the rope” Still gets me every time I hear it. Your reaction was beautiful and moving. I hope you dive into his music more. His talent is endless. Much love Renegade

[@spruce381]

Amazing line ❤ best reactors get it.

[@davewilson4493]

It's such a scarily deep line. I (old guy) had been watching various reactions to other great songs I had some knowledge of from a few wonderful musicians/singers when I finally thought "why does this "Hi Ren" thing keep popping up?" and clicked on a link. That line in particular hit me like a ton of bricks the first time I heard it and has left me with damp eyes many times since, even though I don't think I've ever been quite in that place. Though I'm really not good at emotional stuff, I do surprise myself in how well I can predict very early on who is going to react to that line in some meaningful way, and who isn't.

[@Courtneyp85]

That and "one time I cut a whole in my chest just to feel, there's relief in the teeth of the kiss of cold steal."

[@gregorydukes8806]

I've seenbthis a thousand times an it still brings tears 55yr old man broken every time

[@MattyMLB]

Renegades swarm!!!! 😂. Loved the reaction man. Reminded me of the first time I saw Hi Ren. Subscribed 👍🏻

[@ub-relax6800]

We got another one, guys! 😂

[@richblock3439]

Oh you have discovered a very special musician. Welcome to the rabbit hole and to the Reneverse

[@arielbussart1305]

Welcome to the wonderful world of Ren. May I suggest his 1 Million Subscriber Speech.... I hope you go down the rabbit hole and enjoy the ride! He's pretty amazing.

[@neilcooper2966]

God I love genuine rections. Welcome to Ren and Friends. Enjoy your stay!

[@nthebushes]

This is one of the best reactions I've seen to this masterpiece, and in the past almost two years I've seen an embarrassing number. Your facial expressions are priceless, and your commentary, thoughtful and insightful! Welcome to the world of Ren! Ren's rabbit hole is deep and wide with many layers and burrows. The Renegades are an amazing, very loyal and supportive bunch. You've got another subscriber! I suggest Sick Boi next, then definitely The Tale of Jenny and Screech (Full). You're going to discover that Ren is his own genre.

[@Beowulf_NL]

I felt exactly the same way watching almost every single reaction I come across on my feed

[@AmaliaFraud]

Hee hee hee, embarrassing number....🫂 You are not alone

[@mldkenny]

There is simply nothing better than seeing a new reactor do Ren. He is a Once-in-a-Lifetime artist, and seriously, there are over 200 videos to choose from. His band, The Big Push, is brilliant, and he has so many amazing collaborations. How to be Me with Chinchilla is a must but they all need to be seen! Subbed as I enjoyed your reaction so much.

[@Caketime2]

Ren is hope. And Ren is the voice that can loosen the noose. He has saved so many lives

[@nicolefagala3270]

Holy hell!!! One of the best reactions in 2 years!! U have no idea! He does EVERYTHING!!! NOT KIDDING!. One of the best I have ever seen in any country in 50 years!!! Let's gooooooo!!

[@stonefaction]

If you want Ren's story in Ren's own words, he posted 8 videos on his RenMakesStuff channel titled Chapter 1 - Chapter 8. Whether you watch these before reacting to his other songs or not, they are well worth watching (not for reacting to). For info, Ren does everything (mostly extremely well) - he raps, he sings, he plays guitar/bass/piano etc, he produces his own music/beats, he beatboxes/scat sings, he comes up with ideas for the videos (along with Sam(uel) Perry-Falvey - his cinematographer) and more (including his busking band - The Big Push), he's done duets with other artists (Chinchilla, Eden Nash, Sam Tompkins etc...) and guest spots in songs by others (Prof, Chris Webby, Ven Bee, Knox Hill etc).....(spelling isn't his strong-point though....as you might notice in some of the videos that feature lyrics on screen). He had a UK number 1 album last year on 20/10/23, for a week.....which was achieved with no live shows, no radio play, and while receiving treatment in Canada for his Lyme disease.....

[@RonaldSimkin]

Best Hi Ren reaction of all time....

[@juliehoward9654]

Welcome to the world of Ren I had a similar reaction the first time I saw it. Your in for an amazing ride if you choice to go down the Ren rabbit hole. Your right he is a true genius, a lyrical genius, so multi faceted and just such a wonderful person. This is my first visit to your channel and I'm here to watch your journey. It made me laugh when you said you were of to watch more reactions because it is so addictive I've seen hundreds of reaction to this song and it never gets old.

[@SofaandChill]

Hi Julie, thanm you for the message, I wasn't aware how much if an impact this song has had on people and it totally knocked me for 6. The rabbit hole here we come lol

[@juliehoward9654]

@SofaandChill I can't wait to see what comes next

[@shawnooweldsparks4202]

pure ART

[@SofaandChill]

Totally agree

[@LadyGX]

The whole world needs more Ren. Wishing him better health soon.❤❤

[@Q.Q.]

Having seen hundreds of these reactions I'm embarrassed to say, yours has been among the best. Most are wanting, but occasionally one comes across that is rewarding. Yours is one of these rare ones. I hope you keep doing these reactions. As long as you stay genuine -- and not succumb to pandering, as most reactors do, where everything and everyone is the greatest thing since sliced bread -- you're set.

[@KMac70-Rex]

Couldn’t have said it better myself.

[@iamlpinthe312]

It’s the emotional connection and the emotional vulnerability. It’s the same connection that we feel with Ren.

[@AbbeyNormal850]

Very genuine reaction and don't worry, this particular piece has that effect on people.The RENegades are gonna love you and trust me when I say, when you run with the RENegades you are in the VERY BEST of company. Enjoy and I subbed as well.

[@kevinwarren3724]

Great reaction dude Buckle up, strap in, expect the unexpected.. and enjoy the ride!

[@annasylvester4516]

Excellent reaction. We all need more Ren in our lives. Please react to more Ren. This one was recorded live. Ren is 34 and grew up in Wales. He has spent his adult life in England. He has recently had a reoccurence of his Lyme symptoms and is receiving treatment in Canada.

[@kittymccarthy2111]

Yes. Ren is an incredible artist. I do hope you will continue down the Ren rabbit hole. You will not regret it.

[@lauralynn1124]

❤ i am so glad you decided to listen to Ren. Have fun in your discovery. It is live and one take with various cameras.

[@mikeakers2043]

i am a 59 yr old man in the united states. This song can be described in one word for me....POWERFULL . We all have a inner demon tells us your not good enough. We must over come our demon to be the person we want to be. Ren is an absolute genius. Never have a heard a song so raw about someone emotions.

[@ZephyrsLoki]

Welcome to the Renegades!! We're so happy to have you! From about 19-27, Ren walked through hell. He got sicker and sicker, and was constantly given incorrect diagnoses. If you watch the chapters (1-8) on his channel, it will give you an incredible windrow into his journey. It's just stunning. That story will help you fully understand the genius of his lyrics. We'll happily watch them with you, or you can do it on your own time. Just to warn you, there is a song at the end of each chapter, so if you don't watch them in a vid, you may want to skip the songs. Or don't. It's your channel! Whatever you do, we'll be here to watch with you! This reaction was absolute gold, so the Renegades WILL be coming. Thank you so so so much, love and hugs!!💜

[@francesdoll4039]

I have always felt the song at the end is integral to the Chapter, so recommend yoy watch it with the Chapter

[@francesdoll4039]

Ren had relapse recently, abd ended up in emergency and now is back in treatment in Canada. He has posts he has done on his Community tab. Last one a couple days ago.

[@NormSioda]

Welcome to your new life. Life after Ren is far better. More positive with a huge community of people that all just want the best for everyone. The full time Renegades to the part timers we all live in a more loving positive way than we did before finding Ren. Enjoy the wonderful ride you’ve begun.

[@mrdarengilbert3907]

Brother I’m crying for you I’m crying for us I’m assuming 100’s of Renegades have already advised you But there are so so so many epic tracks of REN ahead of you, REN is no one hit wonder, it would be fair to say that his catalogue is a 10 yr history of HITS that took us all…. 10 yrs to find 🙏

[@darlinesly9364]

We were all mind blown when we discovered Ren. You will continue to be mindblown as you further explore REN’s music. He went through years of difficulty due to being misdiagnosed while the Lyme disease was free to damage his body and mind. He does storytelling, like no other, his wisdom, his raw emotion, his love of music, his delivery of his observations of the world and his ability to be outside the box. He does every genre equally well. Just wait.

[@tundiel]

'I need more Ren in my life'. Yes. Yes indeed. Wonderful reaction! I'll watch everything Ren that you do! ❤

[@donald1379]

Ren is a once in a life time artist so enjoy the Rabbit Hole its an amazing journey❤thanks appreciate you👍

[@DeadlyVvenom]

Ren has this effect of people ❤ great reaction man 🔥 looking forward to you diving deeper into his music u wont be disappointed

[@louisecoleman5845]

Love your reaction. I stumbled upon Ren watching his chapters. So I did a search and watched Hi Ren. Like you I was blown away. I had never seen anything like it, just a totally unique piece of art, that spoke to me and expressed emotions that were so personal it felt like I had connected to this person I had never met. Welcome to the world of Ren. His talent will continue to amaze you the more you watch and listen. He is a true genius and the world needs him. As hard as it was to see how it triggered you, I believe his songs are therapeutic

[@Nix_P]

Thank you! I cried with you. It is a pleasure & a privilege to witness the birth of a new RENegade ❤ Welcome 🤗 The rabbit hole is deeeep 🕳️🐰

[@Shadyworks68]

Full trilogy ofc😁

[@SofaandChill]

I shall lol

[@barbarahatcher5942]

I truly enjoyed your reaction and sincerity. You hit all the bases of a great reaction to this. You recognized the guitar skills straight away. You saw the humor as well as the tragedy. You noted it was live. The silence at the end is always a sign that you “got it.” I always say Ren has given us something we’ve never seen before. Others have said there is life before you’ve seen Hi Ren and then there’s life after you’ve seen Hi Ren. Welcome to the rabbit hole!

[@CalvinHart-dv8gv]

Ren is in my opinion the greatest UK artist of the last 25 years. So compelling, open, raw, healing. Genius!

[@TombHermance]

Nice job. REN is the king of live one-shots. If you like this, you’ll appreciate REN’s Money Game(s), & the Jenny & Screech trilogy. Keep it up - Cheers!

[@KMac70-Rex]

I thoroughly enjoyed your reaction and thank you for your authenticity. I’m now a subscriber and can’t wait for you to jump down the rabbit hole. Just remember there are heartbreaking songs and videos and others that will make you smile, laugh, dance and sing loudly. Welcome aboard!

Welcome to the RENaissance!! So refreshing to hear such a brilliant artist. You will have fun and tears whacking out his rabbit hole Welcome aboard future Renegade

[@kenfreedman1357]

Welcome aboard. REN’s range is boundless. Mastery of busking, rapping, lyricism, multiple instrumentalist, live one take videos, deep emotional content, light & joyous music… all of it. Ren makes us all better people. His mates also film and “co-star” with him. Listen to all you can. Your reaction is so visceral and pure. I love watching reaction videos of REN’s music because I grieve never seeing these for the first time. Can’t wait for more.

[@stuwyatt]

Welcome to the start of a beautiful journey. I discovered Ren in July, and I'm still tumbling down the rabbit hole. He's a once in a lifetime artist. Thank you for such a beautiful and honest reaction

[@AndrewJonesMcGuire]

Hey mate. Fantastic reaction. Definitely here to see you go on the Ren journey. You won't find a song you don't like - from his vast back catalogue. Ren is a lovely guy and the stuff he has had to deal with, his illness, losing a friend to suicide, losing another friend to an accidental drowning. He has been through hell, and is still going through it. It is not an exaggeration though to tell you - there is life before you found Ren and life after you found him, his music is literally saving lives - because of people associating with his lyrics, and feeling like someone understands what they are going through. Enjoy falling down the Ren rabbit hole. You won't regret it - and thousands of Renegades will be here to join you on this journey.

[@SergioOlivieri89]

Yes, yes, yes 🎉🎉🎉 I know the channel from the reaction to Band of Brothers and I've been waiting for this moment for a long time. Welcome into the Ren's family. Much, much love from Italy

[@MoreKellBellPlease]

I was in tears at the end also. I found Ren almost 2 years ago, and I've never been so obsessed with an artist. He does every genre, does these one take performances, tells amazing stories, and it's an amazing human being who has been through hell. I'm definitely here for your Ren journey! He has made me cry so many times, happy and sad tears. Sinead O'Connor tweeted an amazing tweet about this song a few weeks before her death. She basically said it's the best song ever. Anyways, I could ramble on. I'll let you discover his genius on your own and will be here to witness it!

[@fanofvann]

At least 30% of the reactors are brought to tears. Thank you for reacting. Jenny and screech trilogy

[@Prime_Mover2112]

Thank you for sharing your reaction to this. I had put this on while I was finishing up some work and quickly found I had stopped everything to focus on your reaction. This was quite intense, a very common experience amongst Ren fans. Welcome to the club friend. Subbed. This was outstanding.🤘

[@Irmelinis]

Welcome onboard, we're happy to have you 😄 this was a truly beautiful and sincere reaction, I cried with you! And still am, hehe. Ren has loads of emotional stuff, so many different styles, and he also has songs that are just pure fun and comedic. He has it all. I want to go down the rabbit hole with you!! LETS GO

[@perfectkismet]

Welcome to Ren. One thing to know is that he does a lot of genres and many styles within each genre. Not everything is this kind of cinematic storytelling... though there is plenty "bardcore" storytelling there - The Tales trilogy (which does need to be done in order), the Money Games trilogy (which isn't directly tied or as important to be in order) and to a lesser extent Sick Boi. Troubles is a rap that gives an overview of his personal story. Then the rest is a free for all... every bit of it good and absolutely consumable in any order. The guy plays 7 instruments, sings and raps... you could get a ska song as easily as a speed rap as easily as a piano solo. I'm surprised that as I'm writing this, I don't see any other comments about his actual illness. Ren is 34 at the moment. 31 or 32 when he filmed Hi Ren. When he was 19 he contracted Lyme Disease, but wouldn't know what was actually making him sick until 26. He was misdiagnosed with a number of things, most of them psychological. Because of a combination of wrong medications and the untreated Lyme, he came away with a whole host of permanent damage to his brain, bones, joints, nerves and muscles. He's also battling coinfections, PTSD and other side effects like MCAS which makes him allergic to just about everything, especially food-wise (there are about 7 foods he can safely eat). He very nearly died by 25, but through an amazing chain of events ended up getting two stem cell transplants that saved his life and got him back to a semi-functional life at 26. In 2023 he went to Canada for extensive treatment to try to get back more of his life. What was supposed to be a 3 month trip turned into a year and a half after they discovered the extent of his injury. While there, Hi Ren went viral, his album got #1 in the UK and a lot of things went very right for him. He got back home (he's Welsh, but Brighton is his home base) months ago riding high on his recent success and with a whole host of goals and dreams, only to relapse badly. He's currently back in Canada and struggling with how hard that pendulum threw him back to a place he thought he might have overcome.

[@Shtilil]

🖤🖤🖤

[@francesdoll4039]

Well done!❤

[@serendipitish]

Excellent summary, thank you!

[@auntvesuvi3872]

Thanks, Kev! 💎 Actor Amanda Plummer turned me onto Ren two years ago. Everything I've seen from him is brilliant.

[@jim5446]

Great reaction, thank you

[@SofaandChill]

No problem, thank you for talking the time out to watch Jim.

[@williammaddox6363]

Buckle up. This rabbit hole is a trip worth taking. You will laugh, you will cry, you will be changed (in a good way). You will not regret the choice to keep going. He is the voice the world needs right now.

[@sunshynff]

I see that you've been properly welcomed by the Renegades, so I'll spare ya more history on Ren, or any requests, just know, as someone who recognized that you were a fellow musician straight away, you my friend, are in for quite a treat with Ren, in my 54 trips around the sun, I've never seen anything quite like this kid!! One little tip, the Renegades are a wonderful bunch, loyal to a fault, kind, empathetic and always willing to lend an ear or give advice, especially on the subject of mental health, many of us have traveled similar pasts, I myself was diagnosed with PTSD a couple years ago, and have had GAD and a panic disorder for many years before that. Sometime though, the Renegades get a little excited and can be overwhelming to a reactor new to Ren, with requests to do this and that, just know that they mean well, also, there is no particular order in which you need to consume Ren's catalogue, it's nice to do Hi Ren first, which you did, but from here on it's your channel, and your path down the rabbit hole to travel, you do so as you see fit, and I promise you, the Renegades will respect your choices and be along for the ride. Welcome to the family my friend, enjoy yourself! Oh quick note, no doubt you've got a ton of requests for the Tale of Jenny n Screech trilogy. Sometimes the Renegades forget, so just incase no one has said anything, it does warrant a trigger warning. Not that there's anything overtly graphic, but as you can probably tell, Ren is a master story teller, and you feel everything he sings and acts out in his videos, if you have any trauma or unfortunate past dealing with DV or any sort of violence, there are few parts of Jenny n Screech that can be unnerving for some people, just a heads up. ✌️💚

[@MrGordonirwin]

Considering what hearing this for the first time does to everyone's brain, your reaction was perfect. Emotional and insightful.

[@majbrat]

Yay. I have watched a bunch of your series reactions. So cool you found Ren. He is a Generational talent!!! Multi-genre and has music for everyone! ❤❤❤ Shared you in Rens Patreon 😊

[@kathleenclark815]

I love Ren.. he is so wickedly talented! One of my favorite things is watching people that I've never heard him before! Yours has been my favorite reaction to this video!

[@lanasimpson8138]

Ren's album is called Sick Boi. Ren won #1 album in Britain last year/2023.

[@InfraRed0]

Love watching UK reactors finding Ren, just because you get the cultural references and can understand his accent and slang easier. But dude, this has been my favourite reaction so far, it was beautiful. I loved that you watched all the way through, just absorbing it, I could feel your empathy. I know reactors may have to stop occasionally, but when they do it too often and talk too much it breaks up the intensity of this piece. I hope you try more, and please do react, he has so much to offer, and each new song is a different discovery. It’s a rollercoaster as he’s had a tough time, but he offers so much light as well as dark. I’m subbing for the journey ❤

[@supergiangibar]

this will be a great , emotional and deep journey. These are not only profound and real themes, but also great talent, versatility and incredible beauty.

[@shirleycarter2231]

Loving your reaction….Ren is a genius and I hope you are going to react to more Ren……subbed ❤❤

[@srwoodie]

Welcome to the world of Ren. Please keep going! Get well soon, Ren.

[@ezrasace]

Ren is the balm that heals so many broken spirits. I am here for you going down the Ren rabbit hole. I am glad you listened to the requests of your followers. Ren does have songs. He can be verrry cheeky. He can make you laugh and then bring you to your knees sobbing with the next song. If you do heavy song, make sure you do a light song after. I will leave the song list and the explanation of Ren's battle with health issues and the medical community to others. Thank you for your reaction. Sending love and healing to Ren.

[@maddmd9171]

So glad you decided to react 😁 subscribed Am happy to watch your journey in the RENiverse

[@sharis9095]

Sick Boi almost a companion to this one - it's a good place to go next. I laughed when you asked for information about Ren's life... the Renegades LOVE talking about all things Ren. Buckle up.

[@johanneblanchard2683]

Thank you for a great reaction.

[@SofaandChill]

Thank you so much for the comment I really appreciate it

[@pathfollower]

I can't ever go back and watch this again for the first time. But watching you was almost as good. Thanks. Enjoy the rabbit hole.

[@johnpegues5701]

Welcome to the Ren journey...may you be blessed along the way!