How To Be Me - Ren X Chinchilla Another amazing duet by these too!

[@JulieLesterlives]

Thanks

[@bShawreacts]

Thank you so very much!

[@rebeccaburnell9319]

Fingers crossed for the liver transplant & crowdfunding!!! And ty Kim for the involvement in managing the video for Ben ❤

[@kennethbartlett4302]

Hey guys keep fighting. Your not alone there are a million Renegades in this community lifting you up.

[@kaylakarel1]

We love your reactions ❤ wishing you all the best ❤

[@billygilbert9206]

until you have been there you will never know. all the best

[@ScarlettsWebb]

Bless you both ❤

[@clarebarrett9323]

Routing for you and the Mayo clinic!

[@jamesking13]

You are so brave and I love that you found such an amazing partner, she’s amazing, but you deserve her ❤️😎👍😘

[@Kbsnflwr]

Shoutout to your wife (sister, cousin, friend, I don’t want to assume 😂) for making sure you followed guidelines while still filling you in on their soul connection. ❤️🌻

[@Dstinii]

So glad to see you back! This is such a powerful song, as you discovered. Since you are going through the major struggles you are going through right now I want to offer a bit of forewarning about a particular song of Ren's. It is 'Crutch'. If you decide to watch it, you must have many tissues nearby. I took care of my terminally ill husband and that song/video/performance hits particularly strong. I would never say, 'don't watch' but it's one you should be prepared for.

[@bShawreacts]

Thank you!

[@christelsegbars1630]

Dear Kim, May I say that I admire you for being there for your hubbie. And yes, you can only say that youkniw what it is to deal with health issues, sorry but I know..... and not every partner would support theirs as I think you do yours!!! Warm hug from the Netherlands ❤❤

[@bShawreacts]

Awww 🥰 Thank you!

[@ML_SE]

Keep fighting! You deserve to see what's around the corner. I really like that you're not trying to hide your emotions. REN has released a few bangers recently if you're interested in more recent material. 🤓🇸🇪

[@bShawreacts]

Awesome! Thank you! 👍

[@MizCriz46]

Obviously this wonderful music & the phenomenal Big Push brings you so much joy. There's a lot more Big Push for you to discover, both busking & original songs. Since you're a guitarist, you will probably also enjoy watching/listening to Ren Busking with Liv Sanger, another guitarist. I think there are 13 songs.

[@simonbennett3171]

You are both amazing! The love between you is so obvious and I hope you both realise how lucky you are to have each other. I hope your medical situation improves Ben. Good luck in Jacksonville!

[@bShawreacts]

Thank you so much for the kind words! I am absolutely blessed to have Kim in my life! She gIves me purpose and a reason to continue fighting! Again, Thank You! Means the world to us both! 💙

[@JoaoPauloAzevedo-x7c]

Hello from Portugal God bless you Both keep fighting

[@jamesking13]

I don’t know how you are doing now, but I have just donated. Wishing you the very best. 😎❤️

[@bShawreacts]

Thank you! Still battling the struggle but I’ll never give up!

[@paulavance5096]

You guys rock! There is no tougher job in the world than that of a caregiver of someone you love. Kim, I hope you have the support you need to take care of yourself and have some time for you. I hope all goes well with the evaluation in Florida. Much love to you both! (Sorry, "brother" Ben. You know I love you too. Just wanted to show your warrior wife some love!😊)

[@bShawreacts]

No need to apologize, trust me I get it! Kim deserves every single bit of praise and recognition for all she has done and continues to do for me! She is most definitely my rock! Thank you so much for the kind words and support! Means the world to us! 💙

[@christelsegbars1630]

Oh beautiful humans, lovely both of you..... so glad to see you.... i cried my eyes out just to see you again. I'm gonna try to help, but the hug for you both is the biggest of them all. .. a stranger from Holland, Christel ❤❤

[@bShawreacts]

Thank you so much!

[@christelsegbars1630]

@@bShawreacts Ben O cannot find the gofundmeinfo, big hug

[@JensRandolff]

Good to see you again. I am so sorry to hear of your continued health issues, but I am happy to hear that you are a step closer to getting a liver transplant. I will continue to pray for you and your wife and will share your GFM link on X (Twitter) and Gab. As for "How to Be Me," you are already familiar with the background story, so this is more for the benefit of those in your audience unfamiliar with Ren. Ren's best friend, Joe Hughes, committed suicide on the 27th of December, 2010 by jumping off the Menai Bridge, a large suspension bridge connecting the mainland to the Isle of Anglesey where Ren and Joe lived. Ren alluded to it in one of his songs, stating that he lost his best friend before he was 25. The pain of this loss is evident in a few of his songs. "How to Be Me," "Freckled Angels," "Su!cIde," and his latest release, “For Joe,” are specifically dedicated to Joe. Some people have claimed that the video was shot at the bridge that Ren's friend jumped from, however, that is misinformation according to some local residents. Ren recently posted some background on his relationship with Joe and the tragic suicide. Ren explained that he got a call from his friend Ella around 3 am saying that Joe was on the Menai Bridge, He’d been on the phone with her in tears saying goodbye. He told her to tell everyone he loved them. Ren went out on foot attempting to get to Joe while trying to reach him on the phone. Just minutes before Ren got to the bridge, his friend's cell phone went out of service. The Coast Guard started a search to no avail. Ren, friends, and volunteers unsuccessfully searched the shoreline for ten days; Joe’s body was never recovered. Ren’s and Chinchilla’s live performance of "Chalk Outlines" is still my favorite song, partly because I can relate to it more given my daily struggles. Although, losing one’s best friend to suicide is also something I experienced when I was 19 y/o (almost 38 years ago). “How to Be Me” definitely runs a close second, though. I would recommend you check out their busking sessions in Brighton, performing “Sexual Healing” (Marvin Gaye cover) and “One Dance / Drunk In Love” (Drake/Beyoncé cover); those performances are of a much lighter mood and very enjoyable. I hope you will continue to dive into Ren's and Chinchilla's catalogs. Chinchilla is a rising star on the British music scene. She was a supporting act on Sting's 2019 European Arena tour and the opening act for the 2021 McFly tour. Chinchilla has also played some big European music festivals. Her songs "Cold Water" and "Shadows [Tails]" are beautiful, and her live performance of “Fingers” is amazing, but her entire catalog is worth listening to, including her brand-new release, “Little Girl Gone.” Here is the link to her YT channel: kzbin.info/door/Zc7gfR6BH-mGJh0_EgHAIQ

[@bShawreacts]

Awesome! Thanks so much!

[@susanhennessy6818]

Love to you both, great reaction ❤

[@mariajoseurizar5093]

Good to see you both ❤ much love your way 🫶🏽 keep going, we wish you the best for your health

[@mickmccarthy952]

Keep fighting brother you’ll come through it👊🏻👊🏻

[@Dad-JanieWorld]

Beautiful reaction!!!

[@bShawreacts]

Glad you enjoyed

[@davidperkins6752]

stay strong brother. you have got this. much love to you and yours.

[@bShawreacts]

Thank you!

[@helenjarvis7755]

Going to share this to The Rabbit hole another Ren fan site here in the UK Wishing all the best help to yourself and your lovely lady. 💛💖💜

[@bShawreacts]

Wow, thank you! Thats so awesome! Much love and respect to you!!! ~ Ben

[@ranahooke1907]

Amazing news re: possible transplant!! Big love. ❤❤❤

[@bShawreacts]

Thank you! 💙

[@KevinRichardson444]

I donated ❤ I hope everyone gives a little. Good luck you guys 🤞🏼

[@Ph4n_t0m]

Hey Ben! Glad to see you back! Hope you're well enough (takes someone who knows what chronic illness life is like to know that "well' always means 'well enough'l. ❤)

[@bShawreacts]

Thank you! I hope all is going well for you also!

[@jamiereed6080]

so relieved to see you guys!! made my night to see you both!! blessings are coming, some of gods greatest gifts come in really ugly wrapping!! you got this! I'm keeping you in my prayers daily, stay strong guys!! so happy your home 🙏🕊💪

[@bShawreacts]

Thank you so much! Means the world to us! 💙👍

[@titntin5178]

My love and respect to you both. Its great to see you back and I'm here for you. Not all Ren is so Deep and you may also enjoy the fun stuff too!

[@bShawreacts]

I will check it out

[@gibjamie]

Great reaction!

[@JulieLesterlives]

Sending you both love ❤️

[@Vmcf1968]

ben im sending prayers for you brother. coercing god to give you strength. i had temporary retinopathy from arcs flash. it sucks balls i feel you with that.

[@Kibashino2]

LESSS GOOO

[@noorieiversen]

I'm sorry that you are experiencing health issues. It is a great loss to lose your eyesight. ❤ sending prayers and love.

[@bShawreacts]

Thank you!

[@salishseamermaid]

So glad to see you back, and I'm so happy about your good news from the Mayo Clinic!! I was a homecare nurse for fifteen years, so while it's true that i don't know YOUR struggle, i have a deep appreciation for all you and your family have withstood, and i wish you the very best going forward. ❤ I think you'd really like the video Ren made last week when he hit the 1 million subscriber mark. His comments about living through things are very touching.

[@bShawreacts]

Awesome I plan to check it out very soon! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@irenaradej544]

So glad you are back! Please check out Ren's song Patience, looks like it's written for you. Best wishes for both of you from Slovenia🤗🤗

[@christophCymru]

Keep strong ❤

[@belindahawkins4615]

First time joining you, subscribed as I want to share in your journey. I hope your health improves quickly ❤

[@bShawreacts]

Thank you!

[@Codex7777]

Yet another masterpiece composition from Ren! :)

[@belindamelville2270]

❤😢❤❤

[@ranahooke1907]

A fun Ren song to cheer you and give you strength: Humble featuring Eden Nash.

[@inatcacenco3006]

Big hugs to you, guys❤️

[@bShawreacts]

Thank you! Right back at ya! 💙🤗

[@TobiiRheaStarr]

It was his mate Joe not Sam 🖤

[@bShawreacts]

I realized right after I said it that the mistake had been made. I was thinking about a buddy of mine from my younger days who passed pretty much the same way. I’m sorry. I meant no disrespect towards Joe or anyone else. 😞💙

[@TobiiRheaStarr]

@@bShawreacts sorry for your loss too! No need to apologise we all got things mixed up, you won’t have caused offence I’m sure 🖤

[@nancydenis8059]

I recommend your watching Ren's thank you for reaching a million subs--'Defining Success'. It is inspiring and you'll see when you watch it how it applies to you and many of us. If you don't do a reaction, at least watch it yourself---really. I've had T 1 Diabetes 64 years, lots of eye laser, stage 4 kidneys and plenty of associated fun. Did a kidney transplant workup at MN Mayo years ago but i was too healthy to do it at the time, the trade-off with drugs wasn't worth it. You will get SO checked out for EVERY little thing, they risk nothing in a transplant. You'll know where you stand. Really, watch Ren's vid i mentioned. I wish you well, stay hopeful, safe travels..

[@bShawreacts]

Thank you so very much! I absolutely will be watching the video you suggested. I really love who Ren is as a person and am so grateful for being introduced to his music! Thank you so much for everything and the kind words of encouragement! Truly means the world to me… hope all is well for you! 💙👍💪

[@Dad-JanieWorld]

Finger live Hungertv version & cold water live by chinchilla is so damn good. But Ren fans go follow Chinchilla we are a powerful group. Got Ren to over a million fast. She is a independent artist also. That Ren calls a sister & brain thinks the same musicality. Please follow her. She deserve it.

[@bShawreacts]

Completely agree!

[@gletski7591]

Joe not Sam ❤

[@bShawreacts]

Yeah I realized my mistake afterwards…. So sorry 😞