Behind the Song - 'Suic*de' with Ren

[@Unknownreality-x4s]

Ren - the artist of 2023. No one else comes close

[@jasonstewart3996]

100% honestly for the past 10 years but we just didn't know about him lol

[@LeeannG]

Facts

[@afterlifeguitars]

The artist of the last two decades that should read. This man is awesome and it's so heartwarming to see mind and Ren doing this. I'm an amateur luthier who's got skeletons but I'll face them publicly because of Rens music. I've tried it and I've been in a headspace where I'll say I'll watch one more Olympics or world cup then I'd be happy to end it. I'm in a far better place now emotionally and the trauma I've gone through has made me stronger. I love Rens message and I believe I hold similar beliefs and values. And it's again.... heartwarming to know there are a million plus people and counting, who think the same. Sorry for making this about me I'm just sharing my genuine thoughts and I do want to get noticed on KZbin. However I'm outcome independent. Doing this for the love of it and mentoring others to make their lives better. I'll be on this channel one day. Once my business takes off. I'm genuinely putting the money into community building projects and I mean that. I wanna open schools the lot. So watch out world for Ren an amazing talent and for afterlife guitars coming to a streaming service near you 😅

[@chris6770]

Absolutely. I hope interviews like this and the upcoming album release will bring him to an even wider audience.

[@christophCymru]

Ye id say if the past 10/20 years and nobody comes close

[@calvinstreeting1173]

dear cnn ... this is how you do it :) well done mind and ren

[@craigevans8912]

Well said.

[@MakeAsylumsGre4tAgain]

You assume cnn wants to help people… they are malicious. They want to harm.

[@DiscoDocNaughtyTherapistReacts]

The whole community of Ren fans say that they are very grateful for the safe space and fertile void that is being created here. Thank you Mind for expanding this platform.

[@Shiroar]

Like fertile soil for potatoes 🥔 ❤

[@jamesh2401]

Ayyyy Disco Doc!

[@thehangingparsiple5692]

🙏💯

[@RenMakesMusic]

❤

[@davidlloyd9598]

We met Ren during his visit to Beaumaris Lifeboat Station. He donated £21,000 to the RNLI as a gesture to all those that helped search for Joe and to help others in need. He met my wife and son and he is a truly amazing person. They say never to meet your heroes however Ren is an exception as he is all heart and truly inspiring. Being a self taught guitarist from North Wales myself I look up to him for all he has achieved. Thanks Ren. Diolch yn fawr.

[@Mattz554]

Ren to me represents what true artistry is and where it comes from. He puts it so well when he says: "The second I think about the intent of it, I feel like it's almost been spoiled, because I want it to be a true expression of me."

[@sarahcp6117]

Thank you, Ren. Our emotional response is absolutely a part of your legacy, but not your responsibility.

[@Silkytoaster]

That is one of the most profound and spot one comments I have heard about Ren and the impact he has made - I wish he got a chance to read it but perhaps even more importantly - the people who listen to his music hopefully realize this also . Just saw this interview and my god - he is so authentic and exudes a calmness and sense of self knowledge and acceptance. ❤ from Canada

[@libby215]

That's a lovely way of putting it ☮

[@Snarky_Tart]

💯 🫂

[@nicbobags8241]

Well said 😊

[@christineraffa-diggon]

Well said. ❤️

[@spiritforever1]

Ren is living proof of what talent is made of: sincerity, modesty, open-mindedness. The man is a legend. Lucky us !

[@edgelaad1992]

This man deserves all the publicity and love in the world. Making a difference to so many people. He's on a one 1 way ticket to the moon.

[@christendomdefenderbeready3251]

Awakening >>>

[@rudyb.]

I am a 64 year old man. I was a teenager in the 70’s & listened to some the greatest musical talents around. As the decades went by I kinda lost interest in music, sure I liked a rock group or a musician here & there. In December 2022 I came across Ren Gill…his musical talent lured me in! I have listened to his music catalogue and read his story about his struggles. This young man is World Treasure!! We need him! RENegade!

[@TofferJ-UK]

Agree, I’m a 62 year old Brit bloke, I’ve not experienced these feeling of excitement and awe about an artist for decades. I encountered Ren in January this year before ‘Hi Ren’ exploded. I’m waiting for the rest of the World to catch up 👍🇬🇧

[@dawnaulisio8103]

I totally relate to your comment. I'm a 63 year old woman, and I stopped listening to new music altogether. Then I happened upon Ren. No other artist induces cleansing tears like Ren. He definitely is a treasure

[@carlijazminecooper1697]

I’m 40 & totally agree with you fellow Renegade 👏🏼💯👏🏼💯👏🏼❤️‍🩹🫶🏼🎶✨

[@QueenBabylonnia]

Interviewing Ren was such a right thing to do. His music is exceptional, very thought provoking and in many cases so relatable.

[@laurabuxton7041]

Ren is more than the Artist of a Generation; he is the most beautiful soul walking amongst us and we need to cherish him. I’m a 53-year-old grandmother and I used to deliver babies as a profession. I always considered it a privilege to be the person who placed a newborn into it’s mother’s arms; I knew I was witnessing the purest form of love exploding into life before my eyes. Now when I introduce people to Ren’s music I get that same feeling. He is not religious (neither am I) but he’s certainly a Spiritual Being having a Human experience. I’m grateful to be alive on this Earth at the same time as this remarkable man. He is a gift to Humanity in a very dark and difficult time.

[@gkopij]

❤ beautiful soul

[@elainewood009]

❤❤❤

[@BlueFlames094]

This is such a beautiful comment 🩵

[@Koray.K]

"Hi Ren" showed people that making peace with yourself is the answer. That unwanted side everyone locked inside in their chests. Ren opened that box and showed people it was "okay". It was incredibly personal. It made an incredible impact on people because it allowed them to let go of those emotions too. Something not any artist has done before so precisely and honestly.

[@dawnaulisio8103]

@koray.k beautifully said ❤

[@Vandamage123]

An eternal dance. That line hit hard with me.

[@christinehughes6397]

Ren is a once in a lifetime inspirational artist and his music is now been used by health professionals around the world not only as a training aid but in therapy sessions I cant think of any other musician who as had such an impact on peoples well being on such a global scale. A true Ambassador of mental health 💙💙💙

[@nixpuk75]

💙💙💙

[@kevinotoole885]

My martial arts instructor who was in my life for 12 years, he meant the world to me and I lost him 3 years ago to cancer. He asked me when I first met him ‘whats the hardest thing in the world’ I had no idea what to say and he replied ‘to be a nice person’ not the answer I was expecting but over time became more profound. Ren is living proof, as well as being and absolute talent he is also a genuine nice person. Ren is the embodiment of those words. I miss my Sensei.

[@willoweezie1]

We have been given the gift of Ren and the world is a better place for having him and his creations!

[@The_Oracle_of_time]

Ren is shockingly talented and so humble. Such a nice lad. I hope the industry doesn't change what he is. He's what my mother would have called 'an old soul'.

[@jorice5528]

Ren is the human humanity so desperately yearned for - a musical, poetical, artistic genius! An intelligent, raw & true soul of deep knowing & longing - Thank you Ren 🙏 Great interview too 👍🏻

[@worldcitizen2941]

"If we look after our mental health as a collective, then our societies function much healthier"... Never a truer word spoken 🧡

[@scubadraig4725]

Thank you ren. You help me clear my mind, losing my son when he was 21 was awful, I've seen many dark days. Im in my 50s.. your music is so inspirational

[@Mrs.SusieDunn]

Ren is the best. Period. Ren is great at exposing the scariest part of ourself and helping you learn to accept the good with the bad and learn to love yourself and the journey you are on

[@atwellorama]

Appreciate Ren doing this. I know it's hard for him to take compliments, but he really has had a positive impact on the mental health of so many people simply by talking about his own mental health struggles. We all know we're not alone, and not in the general sense, but on a personal level by someone speaking in a way we can relate to.

[@RealmsOfThePossible]

THE most important british artist and creator of our time , we are listening to your message mate.

[@williamkeith8740]

There are so many of us survivors who really do appreciate the music and genius of Ren - he has created a community of empathetic followers who understand issues surrounding mental health - generating the uncomfortable conversations. Thank you for sharing this interview.

[@shawnalajame7888]

Dear God, just listening to you talking about “losing your youth” the day that Joe died, was the same for me and my best friend Tia. You GET it. You expressed it so eloquently yet raw, beautifully yet brutal, deeply yet even deeper still…

[@Keeley-Rabbit-Hole]

Ren is a special one. I see how his impact has helped others every day. He’s created an amazing community with amazing support. Thank you for the interview. 🐇🕳️🖤

[@tracycrook2574]

And thanks to you Keeley for the amazing group on FB, such a wonderful community ❤️

[@xNINETYxFOURx]

Honestly Ren has a heart of gold, the camper van thing made me smile. Loving the rise of Ren, he waited to long for this & deserves it more than anyone

[@stampandscrap7494]

Wow crying again. Love that Joes mum has her camper van.

[@carlahelin5203]

I teared up when he talked about sharing the song and money with Joes mom.

[@cassiemarree832]

Another great interview of Ren.. The fact that he still makes time while in treatment to bring a voice to a community in need. What a legend.

[@timetherington-judge3719]

The man is a genius, making music that touches and moves in a way most artists can only dream of

[@MandyR0116]

I’m so glad this is becoming a topic of conversation instead of a taboo. Talking helps! Trying to silence or sweep it to the side only hurts. ;

[@redangel169]

Ren is a beautiful human being. I'm so glad I live in the time when he is creating his art. It's a bit like bearing witness to something that you know will become a remembered part of our collective history.

[@laurabuxton7041]

Yes!

[@JohnSmith-vy4oh]

REN is changing lives. Respect

[@Silkytoaster]

This was so good . MIND is a a wonderful charity in the UK - they made such a difference to my brother’s life and to see REn being interviewed by Mind just validates what we already know about Ren - a wonderful human being who is making such a difference .

[@cheetara32]

I can't describe how much Ren's music has meant to me in my own recovery. It helped me unlock emotions I'd been repressing for so long that I didn't even recognise them anymore. His bravery in being vulnerable and starting so many more of these conversations will save lives. He will have a legacy that he will never know the full extent of. Now it's on us to keep the momentum on this movement. ❤

[@waxingmiracle]

Thanks for having this conversation and sharing your thoughts.

[@ms.lisamarie82]

😊 Thank you for giving us Ren fans such a well thought, caring and respectful interview. Truly enjoyed the conversation and it is truly wonderful to see another fan ask a few of the things I have wondered myself. You are clearly a Ren fan as the joy in asking him all your questions that any fan would want to. Well done sir. ❤❤ #thereneffect

[@conradschumacher4013]

Well said indeed. A really wonderful interview all round.

[@BrandonWestfall]

Freckled Angels is still my favorite song he's written for Joe but they're all great.

[@nancydenis8059]

I stumbled across Ren from the darkest place my mind has ever been and he is still slowly help pull me back from that void. Thanks for bringing him forward, this was lovely and will be a light for other lost souls to follow. 💙💙💙

[@zed4225]

❤🌻

[@brianbrooks4504]

Ren is a breath a fresh air to someone who is choking. Man is so talented. Long live ren

[@NastyCrabcakes]

Great interview. Thanks for showing Ren some love. He's built up a really special community 💛

[@gregbeard6057]

Ren, I've been listening to your music for sometime now and you're incredible! I'm 41 and grew up listening to the likes of Prince, Genesis and my late Dad's favourite artist, Cat Stevens... You to me is what Cat Stevens was like to my Dad... My favourite artist of all time!!! And now my 6 year old son is listening with me just like I did with my Dad listening to Cat Stevens!!! I wish you every success and look forward to coming back to Brighton (I go there regularly) and watching you perform.

[@Sue-qp6dx]

Ren touches soooo many people through his music.....I'm just blown away by his raw...honest talent....thank you ren

[@kalijhawk70]

Well done MIND. REN is the best person to talk on these subjects. He has changed so many lives with his messages and lives the way he speaks. 😊❤

[@emmafrench7219]

I'm so very grateful that this situation gets talked about and not swept away as if by saying it out loud it will, "encourage", or urge people to do, "it ".If someone feels suicidal then they don't need any encouragement but they do need to be listened to and actually heard. I'm similar to you, thought about it, think about it and try to dismiss it. Then life happens and things are either okay or painful again. Ren's music has given me the kick up the arse I needed / need. It puts me in a good frame of mind and is a brilliant pick me up. But I feel for Ren that it must be a tremendous feeling of responsibility. It shouldn't be. We all make our own choices, it's just that if a certain music or singer or actor or painting of whatever it is lifts you up then that's a good thing. So sorry for blabbering on. I get carried away. Basically talking about things is good. For me Ren's words and music have helped enormously. But no pressure. Music is great.✌

[@lillyvanpug]

A beautiful, honest, deep and utterly needed respectful conversation 🖤

[@clg3239]

Ren is such a beautiful soul 💖

[@Pint-Shot-Riot]

Ren has it all , the deepness to affect and the technique to give joy.

[@DogDocKat]

Fantastic interview. Ren is the most inspiring artist I have encountered in my life. If you haven’t listened to his music, do yourself a favour and check him out ❤❤❤

[@generalisuses]

An amazing interview. It is so refreshing to see men talking about their feelings and the impact of this topic.

[@ricci8497]

So great to see that a charity such as Mind is also showing the importance of an artist such as Ren and how music can be therapeutic.

[@directive13]

Many may not notice the technical aspects of this interview, but THANK YOU for moving the mic to the outer jacket vs on the inner t-shirt. Turned this from unlistenable to crispy clear and engaging. Shout out to the audio folks 😅😅

[@TimmyOnTime]

never has been and never will be another one like Ren. A true poet of the modern times.

[@MalcolmMXTaylor]

Great interview Ren!!! I think everyone who listens to your music knows that it comes from the heart. That's something that's missing in most other music these days. RENegades stand together!!

[@cybrgrl9203]

The four words used over and over by Ren Reactors: "I wasn't expecting that".

[@darthgardner]

No one has addressed mental health in music in a way which "Matters" apart from Ren ..we all have benefitted and will continue to do so. issues we have are shared but then Rens music is shared and this itself is something which we as a community are backing totally.we all have hope but heres to the Sickboi album getting to top spot.

[@redhairdontcare19]

Picturing Joe's Mom smiling driving through the countryside in her campervan made me feel joy and tear up❤

[@lynnfeoranz4529]

Ren is an amazing artist. Thank you for interviewing him. The sound of the song and look of the video was the first time I saw and heard how it felt inside when I went through a major depression during college. Ren’s message is to hold on, it will pass and things can get better. That is so true!

[@shanebruce3997]

God what a classically trained and talented, insightful, sensitive, and astute young man! Thank the Gods and the Goddesses for Ren - a "voice for the voiceless!"

[@sicpuppy9500]

Ren is such an amazing and talented human being. Much love RENegade 💪

[@christophCymru]

Hope this interview is shared far and wide

[@carys4231]

Thirty-three years on from losing my beautiful brother to suicide, Ren’s song expressed so much of what I have felt about su1c1de, the loss, heartache, empathy, loss of carefree youth etc. They are indeed indeed angels, perhaps the world wasn’t ready for them. Ren is an absolute treasure, witty, with extraordinary depth and emotional intelligence. You’re a special soul Ren Gill … thank you so, so much 🙏🏻😊👍💖

[@Danielle-ed9kt]

Pure expression before objection I love that

[@staceyshaffer180]

Such an intelligent young man. He’s touched so many people with his music.

[@kimberlyelizabeth6052]

What a lovely raw and wonderful conversation. Ren definitely changed my life over the last year❤ all the compliments are well deserved Ren 🥰🥰

[@rachelbennett7127]

Ren is such a humble guy but also a massive inspiration to many. Thanks for everything @renmakesmusic ❤

[@marcosap5195]

I love Ren! Favourite artist by far! His mind is different, his music is different, i feel different listening to him... much love from Italy man!

[@Sarahburrowes]

Thank you both for this interview on this incredibly important topic around suicide and artistic expression and how music / art can be powerful therapy Hi Ren turned up in my YT feed a few days after it’s release. I was, and still am, blown away by Ren’s artistry, wordsmith wizardry, musicianship, authenticity, courage and generosity. ‘I always feel a little bit lighter after (playing) it’ So many of us humans do everything to avoid emotional pain, to avoid vulnerability, to distract from and even deny our grief. Ren, and the interviewer (no name given I think?), I’m grateful for how you show us how singing, playing, expressing, listening to the saddest stories and the toughest emotions can be a powerful balm With immense gratitude and admiration ❤

[@LizetteBradfield]

So respectful, how he greeted the interviewer. Thank you for the interview. ❤

[@ambersargent2251]

Thank you both. Many of us have experienced the pain and guilt of suic*de. As survivors and through personal experience. We NEED open and empathetic conversations, desperately. So, well done. So appreciative that you are both here to speak about the other side of life ❤

[@wanrell]

Ren is a true musical genius with the heart of an angel. More of these please!

[@hollyryalsgrubb1273]

This is one of the most well structured and important interviews that I have experienced on this subject. May all find peace.

[@zed4225]

Amen

[@andymcpandy2128]

I've said it a thousand times already, but thank you Ren.

[@GW-kf1be]

This topic has never really touched my life personally, but Ren’s music has helped me to understand. Thank you for the interview. ❤❤❤

[@deepbluehue3]

There is a quote something to the effect of : ' After you put a piece of work out into the world ~ What the world makes of it is beyond your control ' I appreciate what he said regarding very personal comments posted " I have to step back and take a birds eye view "

[@barbaralawrence6226]

Thank you both for this interview. I'm surprised it hasn't been flagged due to subject matter (watching it 2 hours from release). I pray they don't take it down. Ren, your words ring so true for so many. It's always a pleasure to learn about your process and journey. I believe your music and your message (and your gentle compassion for humanity) are literally raising the vibration of thousands upon thousands of souls, and soon, it will be millions. I feel so blessed that Hi, Ren came into my youtube feed and introduced me to you. I LOVE watching others experience your music for the first time. As always, sending you lots of love and healing energy. 💖

[@Shineyourlightxo]

I often struggle with words. If I had to say anything to Ren it would be... thank you for all your music.

[@Microdave75]

Fantastic interview, Ren is a legend in the making

[@mldkenny]

Ren is a True Gift from the above.

[@clairepickin5928]

Superb interview, Ren is so articulate - just brilliant ❤

[@Peacetrain66]

He is so humble and beautiful ❤

[@haru-chan8762]

Whenever this man speaks, i think he is about to spit a verse.

[@coleeg69]

Ren is the goat! He truly makes music, what music should be and not like what other music is today.

[@thehangingparsiple5692]

This is such a fantastic idea - we listen to songs that make us happy, sure, but we also listen to songs that we can relate to; songs that make us feel not so alone through the bad times. To go behind the scenes and explore the artist's experiences, we learn a valuable lesson - we ALL struggle at some point in our lives, but if there isn't always a way through immediately, there are ways to cope and avenues to take that will support us. Nobody should be alone.

[@MissMeKate]

Extraordinary candour and empathy. He will help people stay by making the world a more hopeful and connected place.

[@nicolemadsen6928]

I wish I could meet Ren someday. I would love to be able to just sit and have a conversation with him. It would be a beautiful thing!

[@nat8908]

The whole community has fallen in love with Ren and his art and honesty.

[@bethstratton3391]

Thank you for this discussion. Ren’s song is gorgeous. You both still being here demonstrates that life can be beautiful and possible even when people have been to dark places, stuck in physically and/or mentally painful and deeply emotional situations. You highlight that hope is an emotion worth clinging to because it is possible to get better.

[@sharonf1468]

Beautifully put Beth! ❤

[@bevjohnson8874]

He sure has touched our hearts and helped with his lyrics for us too know we are not alone in our journey

[@mairibrown6820]

What an exceptional guy! Phenomenal! Thanks Ren for helping us all to explain how we feel! For promoting and broadcasting positivity and empowerment to the world. Touching and emotional interview! Well worth ambassador for promoting positive mental health Ren. All round good guy x

[@moonshelter3448]

Ren is a gift to humanity from the universe. The scale of his talent and his wisdom is immeasurable. ❤

[@sinrenfield]

Ren, you're so special and we are all here with you through your journey!

[@ow50s4]

It's really good to hear this narrative and the positive impact of Ren's music on people like me, who have had their minds opened to a new era of music.

[@PamelaBuscemi]

I love this unique and talented artist, Ren. You are correct that his music and artistry knows bounds. He deserves all the accolades he is receiving.

[@samgallimore6758]

Ren is saving lives

[@rbaileyrb]

Damn! We love Ren and team. Keep raising the bar and breaking the mold. Nothing else comes close

[@analisasmith7927]

Mind is a great charity. Ren, you really help others through your music and also by giving interviews like this. That’s plenty. ❤

[@AvengedKittyLP]

I was doing research and I am glad I found them. it feels genuine over the others who just feel fake and want to take money from you

[@ricksurratt9034]

What a beautiful old soul..thank you

[@pamelagendro8950]

Music has been my therapy for as long as I can remember. Ren has become a very large part of that and I'm so glad I was able to find him ❤

[@DebapriyaMaitra]

Great idea for a segment. Thank you for giving Ren this platform. This song and his body of work in general has had an immense positive impact on so many people, including me. Excellent interview.