I WAS WRONG ABOUT HIM! | JDus reacts to Back on 74 / Message in the bottle (Retake) - Ren

[@LeeannG]

Open minded and reserving the right to form new opinions after being honest? Subbed. Need more like you in this world.

[@_jdus]

If I’m not bein real with y’all I’m not being real wit myself 🚶🏾‍♂️

[@bevc5349]

Same! 👍

[@arielbussart1305]

THIS!!!

[@MargaretKichenama]

@@_jdusSubbed. Your timing ⏱️ like a broken clock 😂

[@_jdus]

@@MargaretKichenama nooooo it’s bc of the input lag with the audio and video device I promise u I’m not off beat 😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

[@RichieWands]

Renagades, pls do not be dragging a dude for not connecting with Hi Ren, not everybody does, that is the beauty of Ren, many different ways to get into his music for ppl.

[@cathywethington5913]

Exactly. Had the feeling watching his Hi Ren reaction that it was just the wrong song for him. Seriously Renegades should have learned from Dreadinit Podcast

[@mstewart109]

Maybe the true health story of Rens lymes disease misdiagnosing x 10 yrs and getting mental issues and auto immune problems he is still dealing with and probably will for life is too heavy for him. We get that. But to know the origin is so important to Rens music. That's all. No hating.

[@endubito]

@@mstewart109 I respectfully disagree. Knowledge of Ren's history is not important, or required to either appreciate or reject any song in his catalogue. To suggest otherwise is frankly a bit cultish. People have differing tastes in music and Hi Ren is certainly not for everyone (trust me, I have forwarded to everyone I know).

[@_jdus]

was fighting for my life in the comments. 😂🙏🏾

[@darkmatter6714]

@@_jdus often times people start off with a genre they like with Ren and because of that, they start to understand the other stuff that they wouldn’t normally like. After a while, you might find yourself going back to Hi Ren with a different set of ears.

[@Paul-Gleave]

Ren was with a band called The Big Push and I can't wait for you to hear "I Shot The Sherriff/Road To Zion/Hop Hop" and "Bongo Bong"

[@donnap9547]

YES!

[@donbenham4934]

I absolutely agree with this.

[@gmpet260]

Absolutely but there’s more than one and though all are good the one with red suspenders is the best. If you want to see how he goes from genre to genre in one performance he also has a video of War pigs by Black Sabbath from the same day. Not sure if you can find that on his channel because I always find it on The Big Push’s channel.

[@Paul-Gleave]

@@gmpet260 "I Shot The Sherriff/Road To Zion/Hop Hop" IS the one with the red suspenders, none of the others have that same title. :D

[@garyluciani1082]

Yea, if he likes this he'll like the red suspender I shot the sherrif mashup

[@arielbussart1305]

"WAIT, THIS IS HIM" with the pause had me ROLLIN! Welcome to Ren, he will never sound the same, and has music for everyone! Subbed for your open mindedness to give him a second chance!

[@_jdus]

Preciate it fr sit tight I plan on digging around and checking out the background singers and his band

[@kkrause547]

Excited for your Ren journey. Thanks for staying authentic

[@_jdus]

Always!

[@robertsaaf1467]

Back On 74 was originally done by Jungle in 2023 and Message In A Bottle was originally done by The Police in 1979. The rapping was all Ren's lyrics and the arrangements of this retake are his. Shout out to Sam's camera and eye for shooting this video which was a live retake! (Or covers, but he calls them retakes because of the way he puts his stamp on it) ❤

[@_jdus]

Now I gotta go listen to the originals😭

[@1individeo]

*Message in the bottle is 1979 😉

[@mstmy7082]

I don't think you'll find this on a another platform. Ren does a lot of covers (he refers to them as re-takes). These are usually only for Rens' pleasure, and ours. They are not monetised as he doesn't always have the permissions, they are more like homages. 💞🐷

[@gettingkilt]

​@@_jdus hope you do! They're both classics. Back on 74 you need to see the video too.

[@gettingkilt]

Also note this is a clever mash up of two very different songs. Listen to the original Message and then watch Ren's again. You will note that he starts playing the Message guitar riff in verse 2 of Back on 74 and it works perfectly.

[@Swifty470]

Ren has got more talent on is little finger then most of the artist out now in the main stream.. He Sings, raps, story teller, beat boxer, plays piano/guitar all sorts of instruments, makes is own beats, the list is just endless. Has so many flow styles.. You can't compare Ren to any other artists... He is just in is own lane. Ren is the Music..

[@kevinlawes591]

100% he can smash anything! I'm surprised he hasn't done opera yet lol😆

[@3X3NTR1K]

When you want to hear him RAP, listen to The Hunger.

[@GB_slacker]

Unfortunately, the retakes are not available on streaming platforms. Check out his band The Big Push. For covers you’ve got to watch I Shot the Sheriff/Road to Zion/Hip Hop. For their original music I recommend Sweet Little Lady.

[@_jdus]

Noted

[@mixy5179]

@@_jdus Find the video with Ren wearing the red suspenders busking in Brighton. It's been on my playlist for the past two summers. It's excellent and I'm a huge Bob Marley fan. Many in America (I'm Canadian) don't seem too familiar with busking which is basically a street performance we call in UK and their commonwealth countries. That's where Ren started. He blew up with Hi Ren. Ren sings and raps about mental health and so for me, totally relatable with doctors misdiagnosing me for decades until recently. I appreciate the talent and vulnerability he brings. His music has brought me healing knowing I'm not alone. He understands that many people are suffering like him, staying inside while they silently fight physical and mental trauma. From that perspective, you may see Hi Ren differently. That video has helped with my healing bc it always felt like an uphill battle, when in fact it has been more of a pendulum swinging from the dark to the light. He's lived it, so he gets it more than most. I cannot tell you how important that song is for me, as well as Sick Boi. Great reaction. I appreciate your honesty. Keep that shit up. I'll be back for more. Subscribed.

[@ilesalmo7724]

Also their cover of Bongo bong

[@Tessimistic420]

Was just thinking some one already answered the question. Can't put covers on other platforms for $🐷*insustry reasons Edit: industry lol

[@toddlong8672]

The original meaning in a bottle is from a band called the police

[@Turntablist_Mk2]

He does these "Retake/Mashups" just for the love of the music or an idea, but they can only exist on youtube due to fair use and zero profit. Every time Ren or The Big Push (former band) "covers" music it's completely different from the originals and this was 2 covers mixed with his verse in the middle. He changed the melodies and blended them into 1.

[@_jdus]

That’s awesome wtf😯💯

[@ladonna9938]

Enjoyed your reaction! One of the coolest things about this video is it took 10 days from the initial idea to cover Back on 74 to filming the video. That includes arranging the music, writing the bars, finding back up singers and a space to film. Mind blowing! Ren definitely does a lot of thesis type music, but he also has a lot of fun music

[@_jdus]

Thanks for the info!

[@pepinosylvie8887]

Ren was part of a band called The Big Push and you have to listen to their medley of I shot the sherrif / Road to Zion / Hip Hop 🔥 Live performance, busking session in Brighton but make sure you listen to the video where Ren wears red suspenders 😉 You'll gonna love it for sure ! Thanks 😘

[@_jdus]

Will do that’s probably my next listen

[@pepinosylvie8887]

@@_jdus Cool 😉 Can't wait 😘

[@paxtonparis2746]

@@_jduswill Not disappoint! I’m subscribing & turning on alerts.. I want to see your reaction to..I shot the sherif , rd to Zion, rap 🎶🎶🎶🎶😉😂

[@sharis9095]

Hi Ren is, in my opinion, more of an art piece to experience. It's not necessarily a "listen in the car" kind of music. If you're a fan of Fred Again, Ren does a mashup of 5 of his songs and it's amazing. Well worth a listen.

[@_jdus]

Fred again….where do Ik him from.. he did a song wit baby Keem righ?

[@justm9892]

​@_jdus if you like the woman vocalists 1 of them has her channel on here.Scarlett Fae she sings so beautifully!

[@meggsy82]

​@_jdus Yes, that was "Leavemealone". It's actually one of the songs included in the mash up.

[@_jdus]

@@meggsy82 that’s crazy I remember I found that song on a Spotify radio station and had no idea what it was but I liked it

[@meggsy82]

@_jdus He's got a lot of great stuff. I've seen him live 3 times and he puts on an incredible show. The way Ren is able to seamlessly flip 5 such high energy EDM songs into a really emotional experience is a testament to his talent. You'll get to hear a completely different side to his vocals and more of his guitar skills. Really hope you check it out.

[@TheOtherBrotherAli76]

Anyone that considers themselves a true RENegade isn't going to be no kind of disrespectful to a person that doesn't connect with Hi Ren and is honest about it. As long as that person isn't disrespectful of Ren. Most of us know the Dotta, Michelle Show crap and how Michelle Show was just openly hating. Fast forward to Kujo Beatdown and now Michelle is a RENegade. There's bound to be something Ren does that clicks with any real lover of music. RENegades love people because we've either been where most people are or have been or because Ren showed us the real power of love.

[@_jdus]

I meannn I made a couple jokes but if ur easily offended u might not like it here🥸. I 100% made a joke about the yodeling in hi ren

[@nannyogtha]

@_jdus Taking the piss is not the same as disrespect and I hope most fans know that. Disrespect would be making fun or his illness or accusing him of being a culture vulture as some knob-heads have done. Picking a fight for content type crap. Thanks for your honesty and patience. 💜🥔

[@johanneblanchard2683]

I knew you would love is singing. He’s got more.The Big Push.

[@VinkDaniel]

Now, all Renegades repeat after me: "That's not what i...." 😂😂😂

[@iamsquatty]

Thats the thing with ren, you can always expect the unexpected 😘😁💜

[@103Alex1]

One of the backing singers with the GORGEOUS voices is Scarlett Fae - her KZbin channel is here : www.youtube.com/@ScarlettFae The other is Sylvia Mwenze, I don't think she puts her own music out much.

[@_jdus]

I should make a video jus for her huh ?

[@103Alex1]

@@_jdus She's mad talented - quite a few vids on that channel - I really like 'til the wheels (live) personally.

[@jenniferpeavey3138]

Dive down the Ren rabbit hole and we'll come for you- but in a good way! Prepare yourself brother. You're about to gain a whole lotta new subscribers and we're an enthusiastic bunch! Best of luck with your channel, let's have some fun! 🎉

[@_jdus]

I’ve alrd slipped into it I’m afraid. Welcome to the channel. 🫡

[@shayzee2007]

Ren is not one genre, he literally does everything. The fella is incredible 👌

[@mikkoheikka9579]

I respect you being true. It's much more enjoyable watching honest reactions than someone pretending to like what they're reacting to. Now Imms go back and hit like on your hi ren reaction too. And one more thing! Ren was in a band called Big push. I would love to see you reacting to their cover of I shot the sheriff/Road to Zion/Hip hop.

[@_jdus]

Will do chief 🫡

[@mdh6977]

Anyone who hates on someone for not liking something missed the point completely!! Ren got something for everyone, lol

[@_jdus]

Was fighting for my life in the comments🗣️🫡

[@thehangingparsiple5692]

​@@_jduslolly lol lol😆

[@terencemcalinden5956]

Your growing on me...... great reaction!! You love what you love.

[@_jdus]

I appreciate that

[@cathywethington5913]

People who don't like your reactions should just go find something else to watch. Most Renegades are chill. It's just a few who get bent out of shape if you don't love every song. Sorry you didn't like Hi Ren. Glad you liked this one

[@_jdus]

I was fighting for my life in the comments 😭

[@jmas43]

Lmao, oh no! 😂 People forget that music is so subjective and no one artist or song clicks with every single person. I personally don't like reactors that pretend to like songs and artists just for views.

[@lynette.]

This beautiful vibe was 10 days from concept to completion.

[@_jdus]

Love it

[@mstewart109]

The Big Push " i shot,the sherrif"

[@Heathergreymaulkin]

Red suspenders version!❤

[@majbrat]

😊RED SUSPENDER PERFORMANCE WITH 2 OTHER SONGS IN TITLE 😊

[@carolradabac5891]

Red suspenders

[@allthingsgood156]

Appreciate your integrity bro

[@_jdus]

Always🗣️

[@Psyco913]

Ren conceptualized this retake, came up with the composition, created the lyrics for the rap section, scouted a location, found these background singers, and made this video over the course of 10 days when he returned to the UK for the holidays. There's a BTS video of the whole process on his second channel www.youtube.com/@RenMakesStuff

[@_jdus]

Lowkey crazy ima have to do a side quest and react to that

[@flowerface21]

Check out " chalked outlines" Ren and Chinchilla.... Stunning performance and Chinchilla is beautiful

[@_jdus]

Will do. Probably sometime next week🫡

[@darkmatter6714]

I appreciate your reaction brother. This is the most versatile artist since Prince. To show you what I mean, watch him play an instrument which no one knows WTF it is on a track called “Swan Song” with his band The Big Push.

[@MalcolmMXTaylor]

swan song is deffo in my top 10, love it!

[@Moctipotili1]

I like your enthusiasm! Subbed for more Ren!!

[@_jdus]

Thanks for the sub fam🙏🏾

[@E-d1d3]

Ren's stuff will not rush to reveal everything to you.

[@cheetara32]

As a Ren fan i always appreciate genuine and honest reactions.... the one thing I can guarantee you is that the more you find of his work, the more you will fall for this talent... the man sings, raps, plays guitar, piano, beat box.... honestly it can be annoying how talented he is, but the best part is the message he puts into everything and the integrity he upholds as an independent artist... There are too many awesome Ren tracks i could recommend... but really you just need to dive in.....and follow what suits you x

[@_jdus]

I will be wandering into his music more fasho🙏🏾

[@Reign-z1e]

Thats the thing about Ren, he has so many different strings to his bow there is always something for people to like. And he is very much like you, he also keeps it real!

[@_jdus]

I think ima jus listen to all his retakes🤝🏾

[@ancltube]

​@@_jdusYou don't need to limit yourself to his retakes. His own original music is as varied and contains a lot of good stuff in many different styles. The Hi Ren style is not really repeated in any other song..

[@Lou-xq9br]

I SO wish this & the Fred Again mash up was on Spotify!! #ren #scarlettfae 🩷

[@TheRealMommaOG]

From one reactor new to Ren to another... Trust the viewers who respect the fact that music is subjective. We are not all going to like the same stuff. But whatever you do, don't stop listening to Ren. This guy has true talent. Genius level in lyrics, singing, and instruments. I also started with Hi Ren but I did like the song because it gave me SO much information about him personally on one single song. But his talent coupled with how many varieties he exhibits is what makes him so very special. If you're fan of Rap, you'll do yourself a disservice to stop listening to him. He has serious skills there too... and man, the depths he will take you are hard to describe. He has an old soul wisdom on top of everything else. You should definitely do this one next: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4TIdKiIapalm80si=lTi6_YIATIFhngxw it's him with his busking band, The Big Push covering I shot the sheriff/Road to Zion/Hip Hop. If you want to get an idea of how mean his flows are listen to "The Hunger". kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4XCl3-vqad5g5Ysi=lfhc0lSAbqfbGGQp Best of luck to you on your endeavors. I'm definitely subbing to follow your journey. 💜💜

[@AgnesPerditaX]

Well, technically this is not his band, but you should definitely check out his busking and songs with his former band The Big Push - I think you will love that. Everybody has another starting point. Many people (especially those who struggle with some stuff, be it physical or mental) really get caught by Hi Ren (me incl.). Others fall for the boi due to his other stuff. You see, he is everything. All over the place. His genre is: Ren. I've never ever met such talent in my life. And he just opens door to the whole Reniverse - so many awesome talents surrounding him. He has his own gravity attracting incredible artists. Enjoy the ride! :o)

[@_jdus]

JDus Man into the Reniverse 🦸🏾‍♂️

[@rediscute3872]

Thanks for mentioning my text here and thanks for listening to us (the audience). I loves this video and i can see you becoming big in the future. I'll be the one making tik tok edits of you 😎🔥 keep the fire flaming

[@_jdus]

Trynna build this community brick by brick. We finna have some fun can’t wait. Make sure u tag me too bro matter a fact drop ya socials 🫡

[@lostcomicjunkie2724]

Brotha, wicked reaction! You definitely stumbled into a rabbit hole, but this wonderland is quite different. Don't mind some of us RENegades, eventually they'll soften. You won't find his covers on a lot of the streaming platforms because he doesn't monetize from them. Does it for the love of music. His music bag is wicked deep. His genre, we call Bardcore. Recommendations: Chalk Outlines, Fred Again mashup, Fire(it's like Michael Jackson meets John Frusciante of Red Hot chili peppers), Halftime (Nas Retake), and of course the Tales of Jenny and Screech. THE 13MIN all in one vid, it's a trilogy. Enjoy the emotional roller coaster down a rabbit hole Brotha. Music can certainly have an effect on people. Ren completely changed me. Down to my being, my core. Hit happens!

[@_jdus]

Yeaa I definitely took a lip in the rabbit hole idk what I wunna listen to next

[@_jdus]

Jenny and Screech reaction just posted

[@jeanninegervais5874]

Just subscribed. Ren has changed my perspective on the world. I adore his talent and wisdom. Makes me better. You caught my attention when you said if it’s not honest it’s not fun. How boring it would be if all reactors said what you wanted them to say that’s not how we learn. ❤

[@_jdus]

U understand 🗣️🫡

[@kalenaquinones7963]

Now you've discovered that Ren is multi talented. Keep going!

[@_jdus]

Shihh… I’m somewhat multi talented myself🥸

[@StantonMoira]

Love this reaction. I’ve not seen the first video, but I’m never surprised when people don’t get REN with the Hi Ren. REN has so many different styles. Keep it real. We love that. Subscribed. It is on Spotify. All of his are. Try Chalk Outlines.

[@_jdus]

I can’t find it on Spotify

[@LeeannG]

A lot of people who don’t like hi ren revisit it after getting to know him and “get it”. You might too… but if not that’s totally fine ❤

[@GJStone-tf7vl]

Ren and Chinchilla busking Marvin Gay’s Sexual Healing mashup… u will fall in love with Chinchilla’s voice, for sure… 🐷🐰🤓

[@_jdus]

I’ve been getting this one a lot

[@LaShayHaynes-t8f]

In true Renegade fashion. thanks for giving Ren another shot. None of his music is the same. Tell us what music types you like and we can recommend you some Ren rap or singing or just instrumentals. Hi ren is a very good determination of a persons' empathy but not everyone is touched by it. Mashups are like remakes on steroids' not like the cover itself it can consist of a few songs.

[@_jdus]

Ight but hear me out tho…y’all gotta let me put y’all on as welllll. 🗣️🙏🏾

[@Spugedelia77]

Welcome to the family of Renegades, bro

[@_jdus]

🥳

[@palsgraph]

Sixty year old southern white man here, dude you rock. The intro is tight. And good job standing your ground.

[@_jdus]

Always bro 🫡🗣️

[@nathangreen6753]

Great reaction and I'm subscribing just because you keep it real and don't just say you like songs to follow the crowd 🔥

[@rhonda-qc6qy]

Another Renagade here. Ren does ALL music. You just gotta find your bit that you love. personally, Ren bought me with Hi Ren. I just cried. He spoke to me and I got it bad. I HATED Rap. Now I understand it. But I love all Ren. I'm here because I love watching reviewers watch Ren and fall into the rabbit hole. Welcome. Subbed!

[@_jdus]

Welcome to the channel gang we gon check out all types of music

[@hogwash1462]

So versatile - amazing!

[@marydelaney9113]

Totally dude. You be you. I love Hi Ren but the connection has to be personal. It's not for everyone. He's just incredibly talented though and covers so many genres. There's something for everyone. He just LOVES music.

[@_jdus]

Nah fr. And I’m open to listen to all kinds of genres but I’m not gonna lie about liking it

[@emmelimcgee6907]

Really appreciate your honesty, can’t stand the pandering

[@_jdus]

Always🫡

[@troytucker3467]

Thanks mate, if you liked this, you should check out Ren ' Fred again ".

[@donnacim]

Yeah, the rap bit is all Ren. Half time is a great one for him rapping, though he has a lot of them. Live videos with Chinchilla and Blind Eyed with Sam Thompkins, Bongo Bong with Big Push all great for harmony. His Fred Again mashup for amazing vocals. Appreciate your reaction! 😊

[@Mooley81]

Ren with Blind Eyed the Music Crowns edition and Fred Again Mash Up!! You won’t be disappointed!

[@daratheresa]

subbed 'cause this is genuine, not just parroting the crowd so you can sit at the cool kids table and drink the kool aid... looking forward to more 😊

[@_jdus]

I appreciate that!

[@toniyoung5131]

The rap is his own. He's got plenty more. The Nas shout out refers to his Nas Half Time retake. These are independent artists. He has a band, The Big Push. They busked in Brighton, on the South Coast of England. Their cover mashup of Wade In The Water/Troubles So Hard/and Nina Simones Feeling Good is well worth your time to react. The Police were a hugely successful band in the 70/80s. Their singer Sting is a favourite of Ren's.

[@_jdus]

I liked the line about Legend of Zelda 😂

[@_jdus]

Definitely will check out the originals and more of rens band

[@bonnievonbraun6276]

Yeah, sometimes Ren just makes you bang your head against the wall . . . The man exists to make music in the genre of Ren. "They" are Sylvia Mwenze, and Scarlet Fae. I know Scarlet has been releasing her own music, but I don't know about Sylvia. Kai Lacey is the cool cat bass player, although he is usually running the BTS camera. Ren has some very nice friends. 😁 Seems like you'd probably like more of his busking videos with The Big Push, Sam Tompkins, and Chinchilla.

[@_jdus]

Yeaaaa I need more songs like this. This is more my speed and what I’ve been in the mood for lately. I’ll hav to listen to some of Scarlet stuff

[@yepyepmaybe]

@@_jdus yer Rens got some good looking friend's that sing perfectly

[@yepyepmaybe]

the tall girl with the fro yes plz

[@sahuero9620]

@@_jdus New Sub... I recommend The Big Push busking Wade in the Water Ren and Chinchilla busking One Dance/Drunk in Love

[@theamazingtif]

Ren is my favorite rabbit hole

[@sanoraray]

The taller lady closer to Ren is Scarlett Fae and she is incredibly talented. Please check her out. Her song Till the Wheels will transport you to a smokey Jazz club in the best way. Subbed for more. ❤

[@_jdus]

Jus reacted to the live version (and then some of the normal version on streaming after realizing in clicked the wrong thing 🤦🏾‍♂️) Ik Ik. But take it or leave it🗣️🗿

[@Ayns.L14A]

You like this?, then check The Big Push cover of an Englishman in New York, another classic originally by Sting (the Big Push was a Band that Ren was a member of)

[@_jdus]

Noted🫡

[@jabo22]

I never heard of Back on 74 till I saw Ren sing this, then I heard Jungle's version, two weeks later I saw them in concert. OMG. Ren nailed it, and turned me onto a killer band.

[@ukdnbmarsh]

REN - Halftime NAS Retake , now that is special

[@davec4955]

If you want to know who they are he credits everyone in the description !

[@_jdus]

Oh… now I feel stupid

[@julielong8714]

@@_jdusHe also includes lyrics in every description, since it’s sometimes hard to catch it all, especially when he raps at light speed. One thing I love about him is that no matter how fast he’s rapping, his diction is always clear as a bell. He can rap so fast that no matter how fast the beat, he pronounces EVERY WORD clearly. A+

[@JennaB47]

It is refreshing to see honest opinions and open-mindedness in reactions. All music/artists don’t resonate with everyone and that’s okay. The world would be so boring without the diversity and discussion. I am glad you were willing to listen to more Ren, based on positive and respectful comments that encouraged you to explore REN’s artistry more to see how versatile he is! I think you might like The Big Push’s (band Ren was in) “I Shot the Sheriff” medley, and “How to be Me” or “Chalk Outlines” with Chinchilla (another phenomenal artist).

[@_jdus]

Yeaaaa Ik I come off as a hater and rude but at the end of the day ima make a couple jokes and check out some be music and tell y’all what I think 🫡

[@schmeevo1]

The most often used comment about Ren is “I didn’t expect that”. Highest compliment an artist can receive. You can never expect what you get from this guy

[@SaBabiko]

You have to watch Ren busking with "The Big Push", "Chinchilla" or "Sam Tomkins" 🔥🔥🔥

[@_jdus]

Noted fam I gotchu 🫡

[@yeahnahbeauty]

welcome to the ren rabbit hole your about to fall down. have an amazing trip this dude is enigma a diamond in the rough, someone who i personaly belive has the talent to do anything and everything very well, better than well.

[@_jdus]

👀👀👀

[@Pluck1970]

He has the voice for everything else.

[@TheColdrush22]

Just subbed. Also the original songs are fire.

[@_jdus]

Idk mannnnn the retake better than the og back in 74 😭

[@TheColdrush22]

@@_jdus Alright. This might sound stupid, and I am so not a "dance fan", but check out the dance thing that went with that song. I think that's what mad me like the orig. Still, like the retake better.

[@armarilloimapillow2350]

Please do more by REN. He is one for the ages! At 67 I’ve heard a lot of music. He is transformative!!!

[@_jdus]

Crazy how some tunes can bring ppl of different backgrounds and ages together huh

[@stanton613]

"Hi Ren" turned me onto Ren, but to each his own. I haven't watched your reaction to that song, but props for being real. It's a long one & possibly not your style of music, but you MUST react to "Tale of Jenny & Screech"... it's one of the greatest story-telling songs of all time, IMO. I love Ren, but not every song. I'm pretty sure you'll find some you like & some you don't. One more suggestion is Genesis; both the original & acoustic version.

[@_jdus]

Noted fam ima Fact to genesis and then a song from the big push after work 🫡

[@_jdus]

Jenny and screech is up now

[@noorieiversen]

You can live your life however you want in my book, so long as you move with love and kindness, haters can move on. ❤

[@johnwilliams9914]

I think with Hi Ren, it resonates more with people who have had those doubts within themselves and have been through similar struggles. Some people are lucky enough to have never felt that way. Keep going, you'll be a convert before you know it 🙃

[@_jdus]

I’ve alrd slipped down the rabbit hole

[@johnwilliams9914]

@@_jdus You might want to read up on his history, I reckon his life story would be an epic movie (better than elton john's anyway!)

[@lisawhitfield9251]

OMG, I love this reaction 💯🔥 BP, it's amazing to think you're experiencing this now in this day and age, and having the privilege to see your reaction, just great 🔥 And when the Johnny Rotten penny dropped, classic 😊. You have to remember this was late 70s in a very conservative time, so much to catch up with and sure you'll love it. John Lydon is an absolute riotus gem, always tells it how it is. He lives in America. If you get chance to go see his talk show, do it 👌. I can't believe your boi Don hasn't taken you down the real punk rock road before and of course never forget, punk rock originated in the UK 😉🇬🇧 just to open that can of worms for you. 😂

[@emmelimcgee6907]

You are right about Ren being very culturally responsible in his music, cultural issues, take front and center, but the band that he was in, the big push, was much lighter and more fun

[@_jdus]

Sounds like my typa vibe

[@Lunabracco]

TOLD you to give him a chance didn't I 😂❤🇬🇧

[@_jdus]

U did didn’t u🥴

[@Lunabracco]

And you were not disappointed either! 😉🇬🇧

[@zoelefevre3974]

I recommend Murderer (Live), Losing it, and when he was in a band called The big push they sang I shot the sheriff/road to Zion, and Hip Hop...awesome. enjoy

[@sammig0203]

Ren can do anything and everything. Literally.

[@mstewart109]

Message in a bottle is by Sting. This beginning song is by Jungle.

[@Sobergirl_]

10:44 Hey! I recommended several songs by Ren. You chose “Hi Ren” first.😂

[@justme1111]

Hi Ren IS a masterpiece, however it's not a tune you play at the party!

[@_jdus]

Hi Ren? Fawk no! But this retake? id play this at a kickback idc 🗣️

[@shawnpainter9837]

In a world full of GOATS, Ren is a Unicorn! 🦄

[@wilsonwy7151]

Listen to Girls! It's one of Ren's lesser known songs and I love it because it's a fun little rock song he made. Probably my favorite song by him. There is also Fire, Run Away, and Street lights. Those are all more singing songs. I'll be excited to see you listen to them!

[@_jdus]

Adding these to the list

[@JulieAiken]

I actually hate it when people start with Hi Ren, because it's a very specific style that absolutely doesn't appeal to everyone. Speaking as a Ren FANATIC, I loved it the first time I heard it, but I honestly don't think it's his best song. His most important one, his most personal one, but not necessarily his best. I am so glad you went right to Back on 74, so you could see something wildly different that highlights a completely other side of his talent. And there are so, so, so many sides to it and so, so, so many styles he excels at. Glad you're on the Ren train, now, and I've subscribed to watch you discover more of his music and others'. Thanks! (And it is so worthwhile to check out the original Message in a Bottle, a classic song from a classic band -- delve into the Police's catalog and you'll find some of the best music ever!)

[@_jdus]

Alrd added the originals to my playlist. Welcome to the channel. I listen to all typa stuff make sure u look at older videos might find somtn u like

[@rochellee3222]

❤😊 welcome to the Ren Rabbit Hole

[@H3ats]

Thank you for reaction, i think you might enjoy Ren - Chalk outlines feat. Chinchilla ❤

[@_jdus]

I will check it out

[@_jdus]

Done. Up now🫡

[@madmaveric]

Just posted this on another one and if you do watch more videos of Ren think it is probably worth posting it here as well. Do yourself a favour and DON'T WATCH "kujo beatdown" until you've completed the prerequisites below (if you continue with Ren) otherwise it won't make any sense and you'll miss a lot of stuff in it, watch other stuff first and save it. You can never repeat a "first watch" of something and it is worth the time for this one as it changes it completely. The song currently has 2.4 million views in a month :O so worth reacting to (when you know what it is about). * I'd highly recommend the following a) you have watched Ren's 30 minute video on the situation or understand the story to the point where know what happened,. ie when you can also answer how his gf was involved and where the choir comes into it. Watch if offline if you like (or react to it) but worth watching anyway. b) You have also seen "Hi Ren", "Money Game" and of course the main subject of it "Sick Boi" (based on his own medical experiences and title track of his no.1 album which is why it was so important to him) I 'know you've already watched some of these but I've left the rest for anyone reading that hasn't. "kujo beatdown" has a lot of references (lyrics, acting, scenes) that which you will miss if not having watched them before it, and without the backstory it will be completely confusing (you could say it is a reaction video itself, but without much of the original story) Don't ever apologise for what you like, we all have different tastes, music is art and art is in the eye of the beholder as they sat.

[@_jdus]

Last part is real. I’ll keep this song timeline in mind tho for future videos

[@Weadle2145]

I'm happy you don't connect to Hi Ren it means you haven't experienced the challenges he sings about. It means you don't have that same damage. That said you want to hear him with his band check out THE BIG PUSH they are incredible with harmonies and they rock some pretty great covers. Trust me Ren has a deep catalog that you can find many you'll catch yourself sing a few days later. Keep checking out his music!

[@JohnSparksScotland]

I do have a bit of a problem either way anyone who doesn’t get Hi Ren - but I guess we are all different.

[@roccomarciano6099]

REN such a talented kid, big respect 🇬🇧 ✌️

[@Megnky920]

The “wait, wtf” at the beginning had me cackling 😂 subbed!

[@_jdus]

😭😭😭

[@lynnmarentette]

"Hi Ren" is uncomfortable for many people the first time around, especially if they know nothing about him. Like you, "Back on 74/Message in the bottle" and "Chalk Outlines" were among the next songs I explored after Hi Ren. It took me a few listens to his rap performances before I became accustomed to his accent.

[@_jdus]

@@lynnmarentette I get it

[@lindamacduff2566]

Lovin your baby lamb chops..

[@_jdus]

I’m sorry what 🗿

[@lindamacduff2566]

Your side burns!

[@_jdus]

@@lindamacduff2566 ahh appreciate it I’m tryna grow it out fr 🗣️

[@CosmicVagabondPixie]

Hi JDus check out Ren & his band The Big Push "Praise You" cover

[@belindamelville2270]

Ren❤❤❤❤

[@majbrat]

❤❤❤ hahaha "WTF." RENegades, I think THIS should be the second video we always suggest 😂 The vast difference is amazing. 😅 Back up singers are Sylvia Mwenze and Scarlett Fae. Scarlett dropped a great live video recently called "Figuring it out," - on her youtube channel.

[@_jdus]

Hmmmmmm I should react to her shouldnt I 🤔

[@allabouttheart]

Like your reaction ❤.you'd love him in The Big Push, I shot the sheriff/Road to Zion/hip hop mash up, street busking. Also Ren rapping, The Hunger, losing it, Illest of our time, Genesis, Power etc....x

[@lynette.]

His performance pieces are not really for playlists they are more to make you think.

[@67goat]

Some of Ren's songs, like Hi Ren, the Tales, etc... are more performance pieces than they are music. For some people, watching once is enough, others want to watch it over and over. But I don't know many fans that just listen to those songs on a music playlist (I'm sure there are some). That is the one thing I would say about his videos. Most are just music videos, many songs can be listened to without the video all. But there are some that are really stage craft in the form of a video. Those should be judged through a different lens than normal music, because they aren't normal music.

[@_jdus]

Understandable