LOVED IT! - Opera Singer /Voice Teacher FIRST TIME reaction to The Big Push- I SHOT THE SHERIFF

[@guitarmuscle6968]

The most Famous Reggae Song ever, written by the most Famous Reggae Artist ever, probably would sound a bit like Reggae 😆

[@Mu77ley]

😆

[@PeteFindsObscureStuff]

🤣🤣You win the comments 🤣🤣

[@clivestainlesssteelwomble7665]

Now she should see and listen to the live recorded BBC Old grey whistle test performance by Bob and the Wailers ... cannot remember if it also featured the I 3's. The other possiblity is Playing for changes version featuring Bobs son... and incredible artists from across the world.

[@sunshynff]

Well to be fair, this was originally released in 1973, and if you think the Western world, especially the U.S., had a problem with Ice-T and his song "cop killer" in 1992, you can imagine how they felt about Bob "shooting a sheriff" in the 70's, in fact the original lyrics used the word police, but his manager and label asked him to change it to something like Sheriff, which implies someone more specific. Eric Clapton, a well known racist, released his soft rock cover in 1974, and it remains his only #1 Billboard hit to this day, so it's very plausible there are people that think this is a Clapton song.

[@newguy2878]

Lol, "this has a real reggae vibe".... hilarious

[@kevinmclaughlin8975]

😂😂

[@Shadyworks68]

😂it is

[@seanriley199]

Ngl that was funny but I'm kinda glad she shouted out UB40

[@debthecpn]

😂😂😂

[@jeanwyenberg2774]

🤣🤣

[@neilcooper2966]

Hahaha, thanks for the giggle. Ok, now go listen to Bob. Then reach a whole new level of appreciation, of what Ren is actually doing here.

[@simontemplar3359]

This is a fantastic mashup and I agree about how Ren is comfortable and capable in terms of using his voice as an instrument. The thing that amazes me is the chemistry of the band. Each of them could be a front-person but they all just keep it humble and do what serves the song. The unsung hero is Romain Axisa though. The noise he gets on that Epiphone Sheraton is amazing. I swear he left his body playing that solo. Music is a divine gift. The guitar has been a source of joy to me for almost 30 years of playing it. (not nearly as well as I should with that much practice LOL)

[@AversaS2]

It’s just not fair that one person can have so much talent, and then surround themselves with a bunch of people that also have way too much talent for one person. It’s just pure magic.

[@katiecollison6629]

So well said....I have been saying that for a while now 😊

[@sunshynff]

You know what I loved about this reaction, or more specifically you, it's not that you made a goof by saying "ya know this really sounds like Reggae" when it's a Bob Marley cover, but the fact that you handled it so gracefully and were able to laugh at yourself. I know we're all a work in progress, but that shows incredible progress as a person, and that you "get" what life is all about and what it is to be a happy mature person. Bravo my dear!! Plus I do that stuff all the time, Eric Clapton covered this song too, as a rock song, and it was a big hit for him, I meet people all the time that think this is a Clapton song.

[@iamlpinthe312]

I feel that one of the things that differentiates a musician from an artist is that the musician plays the music, the artist feels the music. It’s the expression of that feeling that draws us in, deeper and deeper, time and time again. This band is so special because they are each very talented in their own rights and they all put the art , the music, and their love and respect for both before anything, ESPECIALLY EGO. It’s why they don’t have a frontman…they have 3!

[@badwolf1587]

I haven't given up NOMINATING YOU for VIBES Reacts!

[@MysteryWillow.2013]

I have nominated her as well to Vine Reacts. I really feel like Uncle Ray would adore her and have nothing but sweet things to say about her. She also doesn't pause as much, which we all know he loves lol and he will get a HUGE kick out of the comment "Does anyone else get Reggie vibes?" Hehe

[@jenniferboe]

I keep liking your comments. I'd love to see her featured. I kinda love this reaction as a suggestion, but I also loved her trilogy, as you are suggesting.

[@abarber3700]

Keep it up! 😅

[@Almcosta25]

Great reaction Nikoletta! Yes, I also do believe there might be a bit of reggae vibe 😊 Ren is a very special person, an extraordinary gifted musician. Thank you for your reactions, always brilliant. Wish you all the best for this New Year. Take care, greetings from Porto, Portugal

[@PeteAxeShields]

People used to say to me " I hear you are playing and singing in a band Pete. What kind of music do you play ? " ..... genuinely baffled by the question, I would always reply " Er, music with chords, melodies, harmonies and songs with lyrics ... is there any other kind of music ? " ..... to me, exploration of all genres .... or hues, and original creative expression is the only true kind of art. Ren is a true artist, in every sense of the word. You always give us excellent reaction videos Nikoletta, thank you

[@NebraskaChase]

Cracking up when you realized it was a bob marley cover

[@tomaszbielak]

Happy New Year, Nikoletta! You are phenomenal 😍

[@kablegames2446]

i love the innocent gushing over ren voice its adorable

[@AndrewinAus]

What a delightful little reaction to stumble across this morning. Out of maybe your usual listening genre perhaps Nikoletta your giggle when realising it was a Bob Marley song was classic, the UB40 reference had me grinning so of course I have them running through my brain now too. It is definitely a style that I think that Ren and the rest of the boys from The Big Push have mastered and one of my favourite busking videos that Ren has posted.

[@joshuawiedenbeck6944]

Ren said that the 90s in the US saw a massive surge in hiphop/rap. Simultaneously, Brittain saw a huge resurgence of reggae/ska in the form of tm"The Police," Sting, etc. Ren said that singing this style made you cool in the same way that someone who did hiphop was cool in the US. Edit: You should watch the video of Ren doing "Fly me to the Moon." You are correct that he is able to do Micheal Buble, lol.

[@annettesturgess5400]

And Elvis

[@katiecollison6629]

No to Michael Bublé

[@chazbloom3924]

I live in the west coast of the US, so I was at work when this went live. I am so sorry I missed it. Your reaction to this was art in itself.

[@annamarie3306]

Love this too. His voice ❤

[@markwhitehouse9333]

Happy New Year but omg Nikoletta do you not have a comprehensive knowledge of all music ever released ? I can’t believe it 🤪 - seriously people watching need to chill. I watch because you have infectious enthusiasm for something new and I get vicarious enjoyment and a little glimpse back of my own joy at hearing this track for the first time. Loved the reaction made even more fun by the reggae realization at the start 😂❤❤

[@frankoconnor806]

Great honesty in your reaction ❤ The next track they did live this day was “War Pigs 🐷 “ which morphed into Crazy Train. The last track they did was “Paint it Black” I would love to see you react to Freddie Mercury live in Montreal’81 singing “Somebody to Love” where they all performed at an epic level. Peace and Love from Australia

[@CarlD70]

This guy is incredible...simply one of the greatest Artists to grace us in many decades!!! Thanks Nikoletta...love your reactions. Bob Marley lives on!!! Thanks Ren

[@hjr6139]

You can't start the year better (2024 has been full of tragedy for me, with the loss of my most loved ones) Nikoletta, your friendliness, your happy face and your knowledge of music have made my day. Thank you so much.

[@dangermouse0480]

Been waiting for this one for a long time! I love to start my day with this medley. Thank you Nikoletta 💞

[@jkoll42]

"I don't know why but I got reggae vibes right there" lol! love ya - yup Ren singing one of the most recognizable reggae songs by one of the most popular reggae artists with a reggae accent sort of has some reggae vibes :)

[@sarahsloan4456]

I think you would love Romain's live performance of his song for Gaza called "Time After Time (Live @ St. Augustine's Chapel)!

[@katiecollison6629]

Yes please 🙏

[@KIBICKE94]

Definitely a masterpiece

[@neilflood6508]

And they go straight from this reggae mashup into a Black Sabbeth mashup based around War Pigs. They are all multi talented, but Ren is on a totally different level to anyone I have ever listened to.

[@blackpanther3912]

That was cute, seeing you reacting live and your chat filling you in that it was a Bob Marley song. Loved it!

[@DusCostea-kt1dg]

Best Live Busking Band EVER 🤯🎵🎶 🍯🤌🔥🙏💪🐝🍀🇬🇧 ! TRUTH 😉

[@karlborgfeldt]

I love watching your reaction videos to Ren. You allow me to relive my reactions! You're right about music being a healing force for the soul.

[@kevinhayes7830]

Brighton what a city so full of talent such a history of music theater even opera just full of beautiful people love watching your reactions to ren your the best ❤️

[@chazbloom3924]

Imagine going to a New Year's Eve party and The Big Push is the cover band. I would still be talking about it, years later.

[@dlbwoodbury]

Love watching you discover this wonderful set. Thanks for this…

[@simplysimon9868]

Ren, Romain Axisa, Gorran Kendal and Glenn Chambers all do their own thing. Romain is absolutely awesome and French. Came to England 4 years ago with nothing but some clothes and a guitar. Gorran (on base) has a John Denver vibe with his music. Glenn also plays base guitar and drums. Ren and reggae go well together 😄👍

[@AlanMordue-hx5wv]

I love your humour and vibe!!

[@chrisstallings8381]

You are the best! Thanks for sharing your reaction and musical insight!

[@TanyaQueen182]

Nikoletta: There are so many different sides of Ren! Kito Abashi: Ren has, like, 17 Social Security Numbers I love it lol

[@Traveler13]

You need to react to this with your mate, he would be gobsmacked

[@Steve-c5j]

the next song they did in this session is fire as well - Ren gets his inner Ozzy out in a Black Sabbath mash up - 'War Pigs' and as you like doing surprises you will love the ending as much as the crowd do !!!

[@rodb9275]

You will love some solo Romain Axisa. I just know it. (The guitarist in black). "Time After Time" (The version filmed in the church)... and I don't remember the other one that is my favorite, because it's in French, but it's the one that he sings on the beach at sunset. (And "Sunset" is in the title). Gorgeous. And some solo Romain busking stuff is awesome too.

[@heba2711]

Now there are only 4 people left on earth not knowing the song "I shot the sheriff" . That was the most charming "ups" I have seen in a looong time.

[@majbrat]

❤❤❤ Love this performance so much. Lmao, it's Bob Marley the most iconic Reggae singer in history, and Road to zion is his son, lmaoooo.

[@concordia697]

🎄Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!🎄 A wonderful christmas song - Diana Ankudinova & Brandon Stone (piano) - What a Wonderful World (the best cover of a wonderful song by the legend Louis Armstrong). Diana Ankudinova - Queen of Goosebumps - Diana received such a title for her extraordinary unique voice. Also among Diana's best works are covers of Derniere Danse, Wicked Game, Can't Help Falling in You, OST Dune and OST James Bond (Art of Hans Zimmer) Each of these performances garnered over a thousand reactions.

[@raisnaix]

ANYONE ELSE GET REGGE VIBES?! ... ~Reads Chat. Que embarrassment~

[@mldkenny]

Loved your reaction to this iconic performance.

[@ytnamax]

Btw, that guitarist - Romain Axisa - participated in Money Game part 1 as a hooded figure (playing guitar and tied to the chair) .

[@dianeemanuel8541]

He truly scats. Watch Wade In The Water/ Trouble So Hard/ Nina Simone - hi scat turns a pedestrian around and stops her in her track🔥

[@kevinlawes591]

The best my favourite Ren tune it's perfect 👏💪👍🏻🇬🇧

[@davidjames3080]

Happy New Year to you and your husband, truly enjoyed your reactions over the last few months, and your little surprise is always a joy. ❤🎶🎹👏🔥

[@JonniPants]

That song is always such a joy to watch! 💜

[@im2yz4u17]

Such a Fan Girl! LOL It was hilarious when you found out it was a Bob Marley cover. I believe you should also react to The Big Push (Ren) 'Warpigs' Black Sabbath cover. That will blow your mind too Finally, Ren has a raggae heart and soul and it comes out in little ways throughout his music as you are figuring out.

[@AnotherFacelessDigitalNoOne]

Love it! ❤❤ amazing reaction Nikoletta 😄😄

[@kevinlangley3782]

They played War pigs right after this song in this set... another must listen 😉

[@Mooley81]

You haven’t heard Ren rap??? WHAT!! It’s a must then, Back on 74 Message in a Bottle Retake is next! Singing and Rapping! It’s like peanut butter and jelly in one song!!!!

[@JadeJackles]

I second this !

[@AK_J.Reed24]

This was fun watching you watch this.

[@slcncr]

Many months ago, after all the heavy and dark stuff from Ren and also some fun ones, i stumbled upon this one. Being almost 57 years old, of course i know Bob Marley. And then i thought: Will some white dudes be able to do real Reggae ? Oh boy, they delivered ! And Ren ? That voice ?? Instant Bob Marley vibes. He can do it ALL !

[@Shiroar]

Ren does a lot of Ren things 😅 And your excitement was adorable ❤

[@RichieWands]

Really enjoyed this Rengasam 💐

[@tedchalcraft428]

Been waiting for this ❤ HNY

[@EpiCcOdMw3WiipLaYeR]

Happy new year Nicoletta! 🎉🥳

[@juliannemil6158]

Go to Bongo Bong cover of the Big Push. Pure chill and fun.

[@falsfire]

Wish I'd've caught this live six hours ago, but alas... When you say about the emotion that artists pour into their music, "being in the moment", a saying I like to use (and I don't claim to be the author of this, somebody else might've said it first?), "Music is the only human language capable of truly expressing emotion..." as in no spoken language can do it. Sound is simply vibrations through a medium (air for example, also water). Our bodies are 80% water, so no wonder our very spirit can resonate/harmonize with the music that touches us :)

[@juliestaunton3080]

Back on 74/message in a bottle by ten is another great song

[@farfromheaven29]

If you haven't yet, you should check out his cover of Elvis's can't help falling in love 😊 much love ✌️

[@jacks9624]

For his crooner facet, yes, please! That one he recorded for his Nana, it was her fav

[@helenjarvis7755]

That is always a fun one but you made it totally fun 🎉🎉🎉 Thank you ❤

[@mysterioushiggs]

😄 amazing you got raided by Walterooski while filming this. I watch his reactions as well.

[@yasha.hartberg]

Each song pays homage to Bob Marley in some way. "I Shot the Sheriff," of course, is a Marley favorite. "Road to Zion" was originally by Damian Marley, Bob Marley's son. "A Little Bit of Luck" is cheeky. It was originally by DJ Luck & MC Neat (and later sampled by Bugzy Malone). It doesn't draw from Bob Marley at all, but, of course, Marley did have a song, "Help Me Make it Through the Night. Finally, Dead Prez use a Bob Marley quote, "one thing 'bout music, when it hit you feel no pain" to open Hip Hop.

[@frankiek2269]

Go to his best rap video, multiple styles-wise, cause they are all really damn good. But “The Hunger” shows his amazing versatility like no other. But you can go to any of them. Like I said, they’re all good.

[@mmlory78]

You should watch Rens Elvis cover of Can’t help falling in love it’s fabulous!

[@Peter_Cetera]

There is "someone" in LOOOVEEE 😉

[@darrenpike5931]

If you haven't done it, Big Push Englishman in New York, so good

[@woodywoodman2319]

Told ya... More layers than an onion, more bars than a prison! Lol Believe me now?

[@Mina-sn5qg]

I think you would love Aurora. She is really in the song she s performing. If you haven't , check "Through the eyes of a child" from the concert in Nidarosdomen 😊

[@mrsainsburys1]

Omg, loved it, thank you 🙏🦉❤️🐊👍

[@Skotie1]

I get so much joy watching your reactions. Even when you're balling. "Keep that kind heart kind" @nikoletta (You get that reference 👆🏻once you get to Ren's Money Ties )

[@ladycataclyst4339]

Speaking of crooning, Ren also does a cover of Elvis' "Can't Help Falling In Love".

[@kevinlawes591]

Ren gives everybody vibes regardless of the genre he is the musical version of crack! Give it a week you'll be scratching waiting for the next drop he does lol 😆🇬🇧

[@jonathongeorge3093]

Can't wait to see you react to his "Back on 74/Message in the Bottle"... you might faint near the end.

[@s2kkev292]

She did it a while ago, no fainting but she loved it!

[@troy9er]

You need to see Bongo Bong! It’s the Big Push less the Drums. Romaine plays what I think is the mandolin and sings I his native tongue French! Ren is just Ren!

[@Lynxeye-Youtube]

Happy New Year to you and everyone here on the channel. Let's look forward to a healthy and inspired Ren in 2025!

[@atl126]

i was waiting for this one!!!

[@ChrisJones-we4in]

Think you would absolutely adore watching The Big Push doing Wade in the Water/Nina Simone/Trouble So Hard medley - that doesn't just feature Ren on vocals either.

[@seanriley199]

Tbf when she said "this has a real reggae vibe", not knowing Bob Marley wrote it and only hearing an original bluesy intro and first line ain't so bad. Although not knowing Bob Marley penned this is criminal

[@LoutTsu]

Agree - I was impressed at how quick she picked up on it, since she wasn't expecting it.

[@joshecker6907]

Heck yeah ive been waiting for you to react to this one!! Happy new year 🎉

[@bl4ckfl4g]

I’m dying laughing right now 😂👍

[@kathleenswift7979]

Watch Romain, (the guitarist) doing Georgia On My Mind, he's sooo good 😁

[@garygreen1782]

Ren does a great Frank Sanatra on a twitch stream. Man can croon.

[@Stewart-m7i]

Fly me to the moon. lol!

[@tetsumcneil1545]

I want to know what would happen if you put Ren and Jacob Collier in the same room....

[@highlightspotent127]

The guy is a chameleon haha Epic Some more rap?? - yes , murderer live to ease yourself into it . Slaughterhouse- (his new video) And of course …… Sick Boi and Seven Sins official lyric video . Must must must 🇨🇦🙂🍻

[@JoeYo77]

Reggae vibes on a Bob Marley cover that is crazy

[@InfraRed0]

Had to sub because watching you fangirl over Ren is so much fun 😂. I hope I get to see you react to Dignity some day, that’s one of their own songs and has both Ren and Romain singing on it

[@tahinia888]

🔥🔥🔥

[@docdurdin]

This is the ultimate Regge song. A lot of people don't account for the fact that the Islands were under British control, and many Islanders migrated from Bitiain.

[@captainb2603]

It’s an Eric Clapton song btw

[@paddythefly]

Happy New Year to everyone here!

[@AndreeaCampian-g9b]

Happy new year !!

[@kevinlawes591]

It's just you! 😉😆👍🏻🇬🇧

[@kennethpointer7229]

Happy new year sweetie.

[@kevr8482]

Nice reaction!!..😊😊 Please react to Dimash Ogni Pietra..😊

[@marcoprimavera2992]

At 8:40. Yeah he's using a crooner way of singing, but I think that he's quoting Ian Curtis from the band Joy Division especially from their song "Love will tear us apart"

[@erichburger1935]

Okay... so if you dive into the Hip Hop I'd suggest Genesis Official, The Hunger, did you do Losing It yet? But there's a ton of incredible Hip Hop in Rens rabbit hole. However that being said, don't take song suggestion for Rens Hip Hop from his Hip Hop based fans as they will have you in his miss catalog right out of the gate. This is where his lyric's are undeniable but his approach to the production and vibe get iffy for those more inclined to prefer melody. And some of it is darker and get's a little less relatable. But I will say this... Here's a bit of a Ren Road map for you based on what I know of your channel and taste. Love Music #3, Money Game #2 the Official Lyric Video, Money Game #3 (This one is pure Hip Hop Theatre SO GOOD), and Losing It, Genesis, The Hunger, and Murderer Official & Live are all so next level I can't possibly do them justice. There's a ton of fun ones to do What You Want - (this is a nod to the Beastie Boys), Crucify Your Culture, Hold On, Humble, Penitence, Dear God, Insomnia, are all breaths of fresh air for Hip Hop. Let me nod my head at Heretic, Diazepam, and Insomnia; these 3 are incredible but are outside of the Hip Hop genre. More in the alternative genre but incredible. There's this signing he does in Heretic that I know will melt you. Also his Mackay (pure musical bliss & and the scenery incredible) You'll cry only because it's so moving! His Bitter Sweet Symphony retake (kind of Hip Hop) is incredible as well - I'd start with the Official Video 1st and maybe do the Live right after in the same reaction? Everybody Drops, and Ready for You are also both good. Not my favorites but they are some people for sure. Same as with Dominoes and Depression, Not my favs, but they are for some. Some More Hip Hop that was good: Illest of All Time is good, Troubles, NAS Halftime retake (is FIRE), 7 Sins is a pretty incredible artistic Hip Hop track. Love music #1 & #2 Solid and fun. some people's favorites. Sick Boi Really Good (tells Ren Story and is Essential) but dark and emotionally heavy. Uninvited Lyric Video (probably Ren's best Pop song ever. Very well done! But the content is steamy and will make you blush, however it's done in a very cheeky kind of innocent way). Slaughter House is a solid Hip Hop Track but not sure if it's the best fit for your channel. Crutch is amazing melodic but dark (not Hip Hop) Also some other good ones are Troubles (Hip Hop) King Dotta Diss (Caution as it's gets a little graphic as Rap Battles do) But ends with grace unseen in hip hop. Eden is spoken word art but well done. Caution should be used with the following: Down on the Beat (which I do like), But this gets a little raunchy in a way that may not suit your channel. Animal Flow misses me and there's a couple on his Sick boy record that missed me although it too is loaded with bangers. Loco missed me, Masochist missed me (too dark), Love music #4 missed me. Kujo Beat Down - (very dark kind of subject matter, great for hip hop/maybe not the best for your channel)? Wicked Ways (missed me but many like it). This is the Bulk of his Ren catalog. But think of this comment as a bit of a musicians manual of Ren. There are more that everyone else can fill you in on but these are what I feel are must hit and/or must use caution takes on Rens Catalog. No matter what you listen to you can't deny his talent and skill level. Keep it up though we love your reactions!

[@Codex7777]

Got to admit I'm not keen on live reactions, as the reactor tends to be focused more on the chat, than on the performance. I'm sure it's great fun live but can be frustrating to watch as a recording... All that said, I still enjoyed your reaction! I always do. It's why I subscribed to you some time ago! :) If you haven't reacted to "The Big Push - Wade in the Water/Nina Simone/Trouble So Hard" I recommend you do so. It shows yet another vocal side to Ren, as well as some magnificent bass playing from him. It also showcases the talents of the other band members really nicely. :)

[@joe2tonepringle352]

a Bob Marley song in connection with Reggae vibe ... wow!!! who'da thought that

[@JonnyWho]

Happy New Year Nikoletta and everyone else here. If you want another fun rabbit hole to explore, try Post Modern Jukebox. All covers of contemporary hits in older styles, like jazz, Swing, soul etc. with different singers and band members. Their version of Radiohead's Creep is great starting point.

[@combabus]

Still waiting for you to go to the source, Ren's Dad: Martin Gill/Temps Clar "Lyke Wake Dirge" kzbin.info/www/bejne/gKW3g2iGd6t8hJIsi=KihzrSPKmILDDRiA