REN - Bittersweet Symphony (The Verve Retake) | REACTION

[@caro.k2958]

The Verve liked it so much they tracked him down and sent him a guitar 🎸 Ren was stoked😂❤

[@martinrobinson936]

A base actually

[@trevorflint5672]

@@martinrobinson936 it was the bass player and he sent him a guitar 👍

[@susiejo143]

Yes Si the bass player

[@aimeekeel]

So awesome for artists to see his retakes and really appreciate them for the art and homage that they are. When the Norman Cook recorded him busking a DJ Fatboy Slim retake in the street; it was another of those really cool full cycle moments.

[@dennis3nde]

He didn't just get any guitar. The guitar only exists 3 times in the world and is a rare collector's item even without its history. And the history of the guitar makes it even rarer as it was first heard by Simon Jones (Verve) and then passed it on to Ren. The guitar is one of the most expensive guitars on earth.

[@aimeekeel]

So refreshing to see someone being proud of their country and bringing people together without having to put others down.

[@elizabethdemerie13]

I love this Ren journey ❤️

[@seagull01-cp8pb]

Gaaah! Ren! Gaaah! He just freaks me with his talent😅💕👍🦇

[@mckillen100]

"Brother Ren" hearing you say that made me smile. I have watched enough of your reactions to know you are enjoying his music. Only a select group of artist get that title "Brother". keep up the good work

[@nrsvlda70]

He just posted a health update and told everyone that he quit smoking (had to bc of the treatments he’s taking).. off cigs for 2 months now (yeah)! Great reaction, as always… thanks for sharing this gem from Ren!!

[@wastefulungratfuls]

I love how he times stepping into the sunshine as he crosses the road on the word "glow" when the lyrics talk about the mother at the graveside he stops at a electrical cover thats long like a coffin... He pays so much attention to details when hes planning out his videos...

[@naiyomotion]

great catch! I hadn't noticed that. Lovely thought out details indeed.

[@johngriffiths118]

Well spotted dude

[@TwistedSisler]

Thank you for doing these Ren reactions. Really enjoying these!

[@rudyb.]

I discovered this Gem after listening to Hi Ren. I went back 7-8 years on his music discography. I missed out on some of the most incredible music! Ren is an Alien from another dimension.

[@rogerstarkey5390]

He's a legal Alien! 😉 . (At least when he's in New York)

[@Qalibrated]

@@rogerstarkey5390 Well played, sir 😆

[@ericstevens1979]

"He seems to have the passion that most artists don't have" facts

[@jeffconnelly1284]

been following you for a minute dude and i always love your videos, you've got a deep appreciation for talent and artistry, so watching you react to such a one-of-a-kind artist like Ren is really enjoyable.

[@GenericThomas]

Facts

[@HarveyTwoFaceDent]

The guy is a genius, great reaction

[@dorothyskaggs955]

Love the reaction Jamal. Lately when life is beyond my coping mechs, head off to catch a few of your great reactions and well Ren that's just fitting Fav reactor with new Fav artist.Peace

[@cradlegrl]

Can't get enough Ren. Everything he does is a creation!!

[@bsmith8943]

Chalk outlines is a really really awesome song from him and chinchilla

[@buckeyechad1]

I think that was incredible. Just heard of REN a week ago from Sick Boii

[@loadedorygun]

Im sure the phrase “bittersweet symphony” rings true to him on so many levels. He applied just one of them to the theme of this song, the sweet music that hard times and struggle can bring. That’s literally the story of his life, yah? but he adds in his home country as a place that’s sick but beautiful.

[@ChrisLawton66]

I'll be here anytime you react to either Ren or anyone from his tribe: Sam Tompkins, Chinchilla, Romain Axisa, Gorran Kendall, or The Big Push. But, Ren especially. I'm glad you see Ren precisely as I do. You should look at his back catalog. He has SO much. Also, the cinematographer for this and many other Ren videos is Samuel Perry-Falvey. He's top notch. A true artist himself. Liked and subscribed.

[@stephenkennedy4493]

This has some Rick Rubin / Run DMC feel. Strip it down in every way possible. Visually simple. Unique lyrics over top of a well known song. Well done.

[@sicmuvva11]

The Big Push do a track called Dignity, about them saying goodbye to eachother while he goes to Canada for treatment it’s beautiful.

[@christilehman-starr4428]

Thank you I will look for it

[@Biempje]

Love your brilliant reaction! I so love this video.

[@charlottejennex8820]

I really enjoy your take on Ren videos. You notice everything. 😎

[@kieranmcmahon1745]

I agree with you about the simplicity. It means you can focus on the message and the song, not the video. With this one, Ren has captured the absolute essence of modern day, working class, down to Earth Britain. Ren loves it. We love it. I grew up in a similar environment to Ren, and have moved away to a "nicer" town. But I do miss the old, grungy home town vibes that Ren portrays here.

[@lovemercygrace]

He does a couple more "retakes," like Fisher's "Losing It," Fatboy Slim's "Right Here, Right Now," SBTRKT's "Wildfire" & Foo Fighter's "All My Life." Definitely worth a listen / watch / reaction.

[@christilehman-starr4428]

Don’t forget the bongo bong The big push. It’s a great one

[@loadedorygun]

This reminds me of if Dylan’s subterranean homesick blues (the rap one) were British and more from the side of heart and hope. It’s a pretty intense social commentary that remains in the end a love letter to Brighton and England.

[@keithboyd9582]

Never heard of the dude before watching this but he's really good.

[@lillyvanpug]

This song makes me feel love for a place I don't even call home 😂🫶🏻

[@angelamillard6418]

This man is amazing! All genres, his poetry, phrasing, musicality, all stunning

[@malachymcnulty627]

Depth of content clarity of diction, Renism✌️

[@alecmichie1128]

This was amazing I loved this

[@sammyd8860]

The Verve's bass guitarist sent Ren a guitar as a gift when he saw this - what a sweet thing to do !

[@tracycrook2574]

Great reaction ❤

[@MissMaria1969]

Thank you for appreciating RENs music loving his music like other thanks ❤❤

[@MikeB12800]

His Right Here Right Now Fatboy Slim Retake is awesome!!! I don’t see too many reactions to it.

[@bweeder-]

He has mad talent! Thanks for this one Jamel. 😀

[@rogerstarkey5390]

Great reaction. Next. Chinchilla/ Ren. Marvin! Sexual Healing 🔥

[@wonderwoman516]

I wasn’t sure at first but it got really good

[@helenjarvis7755]

Yes its all good

[@ignatiuskhan]

Your own rendition of Bitterweet Symphony was top notch mate.

[@joeanderson3982]

Check out "Power". That's Sam (his cameraman) in the car with him.

[@irland1961]

21th Century Juwel

[@superchargenurse]

Makes me proud to be British

[@chadpollard1327]

Brother!! You have to do Genesis!

[@ryanmattingly6292]

This song is very Spacey 💨💨💨💨💨☝️

[@peckish_tooth6515]

Death (70s punk rock from Detroit) "Politicians In My Eyes" kzbin.info/www/bejne/hajImauEZ86jebc Wiki: en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Death_(proto-punk_band)

[@bosbornefischer]

It's also worth noting he's a fan of Red Hot Chili Peppers. This reminds me of their ode to LA.

[@andrewharrington6953]

You gotta listen to his " Right here right now" Fatboy Slim Retake

[@maryscales5747]

REN ! This is the bomb . I lived in the UK for 4 years and the only butthole I met was American . UK is different from the USA , but they are our colonial cousins .

[@maxmoore9955]

Different Decade,but the story is Same.

[@shawnratashak1296]

You should check out the Bill McClintock channel. He has some great mashups.

[@broslyons8045]

Ren is an alien talent-

[@Krymsyn_Rydyr]

Muff cabbage

[@julezyj5108]

No hate but asap rocky did it better

[@stoikes]

I have never and will never believe in God. But it seems, if he did ever exist he has just have arrived..... Ren is something very special. Like Eminem level special but not to be compared. A top boy. A proper poet, wordsmith, musician and all round godlike genius

[@stevejohncrowe]

Great reaction but, promise me, don’t take up singing. 😉

[@mynameisfen]

He’s gotta better voice than me tbf.

[@malachymcnulty627]

Depth of content clarity of diction, Renism✌️

[@Nonniewantsmore]

He is so very talented! His verses, poems, bars, lyrics, are so well written and deeply thought out. Love him. He is one of a kind. 🥰

[@salishseamermaid]

"It's mad how small altercations can define who we are." Such a simple line that almost gets lost in the song, and yet so observant of the human condition. Ren's songwriting always blows me away.

[@LeeannG]

He’s really just feels so authentic, it’s such a breath of fresh air.

[@mynameisfen]

What you said at the end is 100% true. I think you can feel a tangible passion, honesty and truth from everything he puts out which only elevates the music he creates. Talent on multiple levels. Another great reaction.

[@lauralynn1124]

After this video came out, one of the Verve guys sent him an electric guitar to show his appreciation.

[@dianeemanuel8541]

Even when he and Sam or the Big Push do covers they tend to do these crazy mashups that make it their own. I love that for all REN’s unique vision- he collaborates so brilliantly with others. Fantastic.

[@winterlady]

Thanks for doing this one. It’s just full of gratitude for him home. ❤

[@davespicer3647]

Ren's positivity in this song and your positive-outlook personality go together well. Peace 🙂

[@chriscreekmore210]

Mad talented artist! Great reaction 😊

[@dimitrasotirakoglou2553]

He is a very smart individual ❤

[@dianeemanuel8541]

Brilliant

[@guitarmuscle6968]

Another Great Reaction my Man, suggest you try Ren - Genesis, for some more Bars

[@elaineshakeshaft2830]

👍luv from the 🇬🇧

[@stevecody9878]

Brilliant reaction to a true GENIUS of his art. Looking forward to seeing you react to more Ren. Cheers pal 👍🍻

[@sswitchedsd]

🔥🔥

[@miraclelurker]

I would ❤LOVE❤your reaction to THIS! It was their last busking song together. The Big Push - Lonely Boy/Paint It Black kzbin.info/www/bejne/npCwqnuAj92Fopo

[@london9372]

That's a brilliant remake of the iconic UK band THE VERVE's track AND video of Bittersweet Symphony which is sampled from the iconic UK band The Rolling Stones !! 🇬🇧

[@Dakkalistic]

Which is ofc an homage to Unfinished Sympathy. Ren rules!

[@christilehman-starr4428]

It’s a tribute to Britain The homeland. Omg! That’s nationality. He’s independent and can say what he wants. And he obviously does! Just try to cancel this dude He’s already a legend. Doing his own bits so to speak. It’s just beautiful man. That’s all I can say. He’s so loved at this moment. And he’s different. 🌺🫶🏼🦋it’s a renvolution Truly a phenomenon

[@pratosaurusrex1128]

To anyone who does not live in the U.K. What Ren is describing is pretty normal U.K. life in most towns/cities I’ve been too. This was shot in Brighton so the visuals added to it for me (lived in Brighton as a student and later in my twenties).

[@dantallman5345]

You gotta do Losing It or What You Want….crazy fun rapping, beat, and video.

[@CPTM1]

Bittersweet symphony is from the Thr Rolling Stones song The Last Time

[@kdgckg]

REN’s version, rocks…

[@jodi.lynn.]

What you see is what you get… Well said

[@daystate1694]

you should check out ren -money game 1&2

[@Rickro72]

I also think I will like any music(art) he makes

[@reviewandreactionvideoswit7200]

👋👋👋👋👋👋

[@mldkenny]

An independent artist so record label to screw him up, he is his own man.

[@susiejo143]

He has 5 retakes I think, they're all pretty great

[@kdgckg]

Deep…

[@midyouthcrisis420]

0:21

[@leonardszubinski4709]

Why ruin a great tune putting that kind of horrible crap over it!