‪@RenMakesMusic‬

[@JavierGonzalez-bi8kr]

I've watched many reactions to this trilogy and you are the only one who realized that he's talking about the cycle of violence. That happens all the time especially in poorer parts of the world.

[@MrsRealistic]

It's a sad reality. I know many who have been through this cycle unfortunately. 😔

[@martinrobinson936]

@@MrsRealistic yes too few realise this is a song set to expose the cycle of violence. I am male and left an abusive relationship with a woman, she was the victim of sexual abuse from her grandfather. So the cycles continued with her and how she treated others, myself included.

[@MrsRealistic]

@@martinrobinson936 not enough attention is given to the fact that men are abuse victims too. It happens WAY more than people think! And those women are usually given no jail time, or much more lenient sentences when convicted. I'm glad you got away from that!

[@philfranklin8378]

​@@martinrobinson936 yea my moms dad was shot by a step daughter..and the local Sheriff called it suicide because of what was known about him. My mom always chose terrible men including my father who would beat her silly. I broke the cycle as far as me hitting women. I told myself that I'd off myself before I ever did that to a woman .. But my codependent choice in women is where that cycle sneaks out I suppose

[@martinrobinson936]

@@philfranklin8378 my ex did nothing physical to me, she was a narcissist, myself an empath, so psychological terror and mental abuse towards myself and to her co-workers. I never could understand why abused women could not leave their partners, even when I was being abused. Never saw myself as a victim until I broke down with a collapse of self esteem. Leaving was hard, but it was not my first attempt to leave either. But life is good now, with a supportive wife. REN’s music has touched my soul.

[@pippafinland]

I've worked in adult social care for almost 20 years here in Finland. 🇫🇮 I've met so many Violets. This trilogy breaks my heart every time. 💔 Ren can paint a very, very vivid picture with just one line. He is special. ❤ I've had issues with many reactors for not getting this story - english speaking people! English is not my first language, but even I got this story. So, subscribed. Great reaction, Mrs. 👌🏻

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you so much! I appreciate it 🙏

[@linmonash1244]

Same work here in Australia. Same stories. Ren is not only a mega-talented artist; he's a powerful social commentator as well. He's not asking ' Oh why do these things keep happening?' He's saying we KNOW WHY, and clearly lays out the pathways that lead innocents like Jenny, Screech and Violet toward becoming victims and / or perpetrators. He leaves the critical question hanging, for us to ponder; "Why aren't we doing everything we can to stop this?" # He's done exactly the same, but in a very different way, in 'Murderer'. He doesn't ASK 'What makes a Murderer?' He just TELLS us. "I was born wasted..." etc. etc. I've had the same amazement and 'frustration' with some Reactors... JUST NOT GETTING IT! - mostly in the US. I've been reflecting on this quite a bit. This extremely concrete literal thinking pattern is not just about intellect, or a socio-economic layer thing, It's socio-cultural and absolutely systemic, including threaded right through much of the educational system, the economic system, business, politics; the works. It's embedded in the way ALL information is delivered; whether; news, education, entertainment. Nuance, subtlety, irony, is often completely missed or misunderstood. The capacity for critical analysis seems completely absent for many, as is being able to 'join the dots'. This makes people incredibly vulnerable to manipulation; whether political messaging, or getting involved in cult type organisations, or succumbing to conspiracy theories etc.etc. And we have seen many examples of these - over and over, including emerging in political polarisation etc. which is very concerning. Not only for the country itself, but globally, especially when we consider the huge influence the USA has on the rest of the world. At the same time the vast majority of Americans are incredibly warm hearted and generous and well intentioned, and it's this that gives me hope - in this very crazy chaotic current world.. { Sorry- went off on a different 'highway'! }

[@MrsRealistic]

@@linmonash1244 I love love love your comment! Thank you so much!! There's not much I can add to that, as you covered it so perfectly! But I will say that the main stream media is a huge part of it. They love to sell hysteria and anything juicy... and the masses eat it up!

[@linmonash1244]

True.@@MrsRealistic

[@FooDogDat]

@@MrsRealistic " They love to sell hysteria" Ren covers this in Money Game Part 2 Lyric Video.

[@curmudgeon1933]

Minstrels traditionally were the way people got information about what was happening. They would travel from town to village singing and telling stories, dispensing gossip, news, political scandal, ancient folklore and moral tales. In the time before most people were able to read, and didn't travel more than a few miles from home, it was their social media. Ren seems to be reviving that tradition...brilliantly.

[@MrsRealistic]

Amen to that! Thanks for your great comment!

[@TheMindOfJeremy]

Ren truly is a modern day bard, minstrel, and wordsmith spellbinding us with authentic stories. Absolutely brilliant and, in these performances, heart rending.

[@MrsRealistic]

He's so good at what he does, it's stunning to witness!

[@keithcameron6646]

He is a wandering minstrel, weaving his tales with music. A master story teller.

[@MrsRealistic]

Amen to that!

[@ErikWolfe]

Bardcore!

[@Bobmudu35UK]

​@@ErikWolfe Britain has a new Shakespeare.

[@chrisseiler42]

Think this trilogy should be played in sociology courses. So much in a short amount of time and so true to life on many levels!

[@MrsRealistic]

That would be my favorite class 😄

[@andy2950]

@@MrsRealistic kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4Csh5KuoMqfjck

[@iansheppard4529]

His song Money Game pt 2 could literally be intro to business, economics, and entrepreneurship all in one hahah

[@MrsRealistic]

@@iansheppard4529 I'm going to have to check that out!!

[@brucegorst8005]

Near the start of Screech's Tale is the line "Dear Screech, dear boy, where did he go?" Ren punctuates the "where" so that it sounds just like the wail of an infant. It's a brilliant effect. By the end of the trilogy when you discover Screech was motherless it engenders compassion for him despite his criminality. It's more heartbreaking as well to realize that the Devil is no respecter of unfortunate circumstance.

[@MrsRealistic]

Very well said! I wonder if Jenny had had a similar upbringing... we don't really know why she was walking those streets, altho I think it's hinted at that she was a prostitute...

[@brucegorst8005]

​@@MrsRealistic Yes, the clues are there. A 14-year old in high heels? A thousand times before? Wanted to escape? Even the word streetwalker is a euphemism for prostitute. Two damaged souls without any chance to recognize their shared origin. I commented elsewhere that this video was like a parable for how far we have fallen, for how much the social fabric has unraveled. Of course it's only.fiction, but we all know this stuff happens. Sometimes art is the best reminder of that. At the start of Violet's Tale, when Ren begins to sing, he has a dazed expression and his head bobs ever so slightly. It's part shock, part wonderment, kind of the way a newborn would see the world if their first experience was of a fluorescent-lit, trauma-filled echo chamber. And so the damage begins from day one.

[@MrsRealistic]

@@brucegorst8005 Yes, the whole, "it takes a village to raise a child" adage, it's gone out the window for most people. No support and no knowledge passed down from generations before. We're left alone for the most part. I think that alters the way we view society as a whole.

[@kennethmichael5404]

From what I understand, he wrote the first 2 songs after reading an article about a very young man murdering a young woman in London, he didn't write "Violet's Tale" until a few years later and that one was of his own making. He said that there are 2 songs so far that he wrote, that he knew in his gut were special. "Hi Ren" (of course) and "Violet's Tale". He also said he feels like he has a 3rd one that fits that same feeling coming out with his new album. He has yet to release it or shoot the video. It's coming soon.

[@supertuscans9512]

There are differing opinions on this. I’ve read that this trilogy was actually inspired by the murder of a young 14 year old schoolboy that he read about in the newspaper.

[@MrsRealistic]

I can't wait to hear it! I'm in love with his work!

[@MrsRealistic]

Hmm...I wonder... from the comments I've heard it was a true story of a young boy who murdered a prostitute... I'd be interested to know which is which!

[@vivienneclarke2421]

I think the 4th installment to this might be Patrick's side of the story........we shall see!

[@MrsRealistic]

@@vivienneclarke2421 That would definitely be cool!

[@jeffwilson3205]

Really fantastic reaction…subscribed! It was funny…go back to the beginning of Violet’s tale…shortly after you call him a minstrel…when he stops for a minute to adjust himself before starting the song…you can see him put on what is often referred to as a “minstrel’s mask”. He knows he’s about to tell this terrible story, and the storyteller himself has to mentally prepare. Ren has mentioned that telling stories like this takes a toll on him, but that the way to make them really stick is with the brutality and the shock of the twist…he wants people to remember. First time I watched it I caught myself bopping along as he was describing the abuse, and then suddenly feeling terribly uncomfortable about truly enjoying the art and being horrified by the message at the same time. If you want uplifting Ren, try Losing It or What you Want. Or go way back to before he even knew he had Lyme disease and was still really I’ll, but wrote a sad but also uplifting song for a documentary about ME (chronic fatigue…what the doctors told him he had) called Patience (the live one, where he’s sitting on the couch with a guitar). It’s heartbreaking and incredibly uplifting at the same time. Excited to watch more of your reactions!

[@MrsRealistic]

So true! I was like, this is AWESOME... but, so tragic that you don't want to "dance along" to it 😄 His work is truly inspiring. Thanks for the other suggestions!

[@sandracole2578]

He really is amazing. He is so diverse and his back catalogue is fab. I have loved everything he puts out. His band The Big Push is awesome and all his collaborations have been wonderful.

[@MrsRealistic]

I'm totally in love with his sound! It's so fun to listen to!

[@pobsdad]

Jenny inherited her mother's meekness, freezing when confronted, and Screech got his fathers violent streak. The more you listen to these songs the more you pick out.

[@MrsRealistic]

That's so true! Thank you for adding that!!

[@wopaah]

It could be just the meekness that she inherited. On the other hand, it might also be the shock of Jenny being confronted by a knife-wielding boy who in some ways looks just like her. She may recognize the face she sees in the mirror when she pulls her hair back to apply make-up. Maybe she even knows that somewhere out there she has a twin brother that got separated in the foster system. She may have 'known' in that one instant and therefore may have been unable to move or speak. If this idea makes you too sad, remember that in this case, Jenny is still fictional. Awful things happen everyday, but I'm pretty sure the unknown siblings thing is just storytelling.

[@kieranmcmahon1745]

Not only did Ren illustrate violence and generational patterns between Violet, Jenny and Screech, but also the disfunction between Violet's parents and Violet herself. Truly staggering. Now, we need to know what happened to the policeman, the doctor and surgeon, and Stevie. I imagine that, for various reasons, they all meet their own dark ends of depression and self-destruction for the things they witnessed that night.

[@MrsRealistic]

I've just heard from another comment that there might be a part 4?! 😬

[@papacarl2002]

🤔 And what about Screech’s girlfriend and his friend Patrick at #54?

[@kieranmcmahon1745]

@@papacarl2002 Yes absolutely!!! I'm even curious about Violet's parents ... do they even care that Violet died, with how they treated her?

[@MrsRealistic]

@@kieranmcmahon1745 No they didn't care. Violets dad molested her, and the mother knew. She escaped, but into an even worse situation...😪

[@MrsRealistic]

@@papacarl2002 I bet you're right...I hope there is another installment!

[@ClearTheRubble7]

Minstrel is a great way to describe what he's doing. He refers to this artwork as "bardcore." I'm not sure if he coined the word, or if someone else applied the term to him, but I think that's why he opens each tale--and Hi Ren--with classical guitar intros. (I'm just repeating what's obvious or what others have said.) Modern-day Shakespeare for sure!

[@MrsRealistic]

Yes, he definitely is a modern day Shakespeare... if Shakespeare could sing and play instruments 😄

[@kevh953]

I just wanted to say that you have captured everything perfectly, his storytelling is amazing, so much so that I think if he wrote a screenplay that he would win every award available. I can actually visualize every scene he narrates and I don't think I have ever felt like this from any other performer. Brilliant reaction and you have a new subscriber here 👍

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you for your kind comment! That's how I felt. If he wrote and stared in it, it would be the biggest thing since sliced bread!!

[@AlSnoopsReid]

New sub here(from Scotland), just adored your reactions to the different parts of this trilogy. He truly is a modern day bard/minstrel. Let's hope the treatment he is going through in Canada right now, clears up all the vestiges of the damage that the undiagnosed Lyme disease has done to his body. Ren is surely the find of the 21st century and will likely be remembered for a long long time just like the Beatles were from the 1960's.

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you! Yes, I agree, I think he's going to be remembered and enjoyed long after he's left this world!

[@nickcrisp7252]

As others have mentioned, Ren was with a band called "The Big Push", doing covers and originals in their own inimitable style. For something cheerier featuring Ren, check some of these out. My favourites include "I Shot The Sheriff/Road To Zion/Hip Hop" medley (live street performance), "Englishman In New York" and "Bongo Bong". They continue to showcase Ren's extraordinary talent and versatility, and that's without even mentioning any of the rap and hip hop styles he's so good at.

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you so much for the suggestions! I am so looking forward to hearing all of his work!!

[@nickcrisp7252]

@@MrsRealistic You're welcome :) I'll add, for a fun hip hop tune check out "What You Want", and for a demonstration of his rap flows that talks of his background and his drive to make music, "The Hunger", a couple more of my favourites - and that's saying something because I'm not ordinarily a rap fan!

[@neverlandxx73]

Awesome reaction to the Mozart, T.S. Eliot and everything in between of our generation, Ren is a global not a national treasure and must be protected. You got my sub, Lots of love from Greece, stay healthy and safe.

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you so much! Yes I'm in love with his work!

[@Proud.American58]

Great reaction and analysis. Just amazing how Ren, his guitar and an excellent cameraman (his mate Sam), can take material so horrific and tragic, and turn it into a very compelling and entertaining story. No drums, no bass, no keyboards, no backing vocals. Simply stellar! I mean, even a movie (which this was like a short film) has a soundtrack playing in the background. Another thing that amazes me with Ren’s guitar skills, is that he often is not looking at his guitar and he plays on the move., not just flat ground. He’s moving up and down stairs and singing while keeping a cadence with his guitar. If you want something light from Ren, try his song “1990s”.

[@MrsRealistic]

Yes, exactly! It's like his guitar is a part of him! Thank you for the suggestion!

[@tafinzer]

What a wonderful reaction. So many people that reacted to this totally miss it. There's so much detail in this set of three stories. The more you watch it the deeper the story grows.

[@MrsRealistic]

Really?! I don't know how anyone could miss that! It was the epic twist that brought the entire story full circle! It was the perfect tragedy 😔

[@926johnh]

Love how Screeches Tale begins with “our story begins, right and the end..” and ends with “our story, it ends, right at the start…” genius lyrics.

[@MrsRealistic]

He truly IS a genius!!

[@FooDogDat]

@@MrsRealistic Ren's father bought him a small beat up guitar from a flea market when he was 8 years old, he took it everywhere teaching himself to play. Ren's parents took him to Renaissance Fairs or 'Ren Faire' (seems apropos), and Britain has a history of Pantomime theater. So the Bard or Troubadour style was likely something he took in from an early age. When Ren was early in his illness and couldn't leave his bed or room very often, he would have ideas about lyrics and spend hours composing, he says he has thousands of songs on hard drives from that time. So he's well practiced in working over lyrics and ideas. There are few, some very long, interviews with Ren that cover both his illness and his music history.

[@MrsRealistic]

@@FooDogDat Yes, I've watched a few interviews... so interesting!

[@Moctipotili1]

Wonderful reaction! Thank you for your insight into understanding the story.

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you so much! You're very kind!

[@kdavidreeves]

You called it "Epic Artistry" and I think your are bang on. I called it a bardic horror story and cannot imagine many if any being able to do it. Nice reaction and you got the link straightaway - many reactors don't (maybe too caught up in the performance). Ren has many happy songs out there especially performing with the The Big Push in front of an audience (busking in Brighton).

[@MrsRealistic]

A bardic horror story is great as well! I don't know how anyone could miss it... but you're right, maybe they were just too into the music???

[@noorieiversen]

I get chills and teary-eyed every time. 😢❤

[@MrsRealistic]

It's hauntingly beautiful

[@karlalyne3558]

Ren is truly a gift… he unapologetically fits not perfectly into any genre- yet is accepted and loved by many people who normally wouldn’t know who he was

[@MrsRealistic]

Amen to that! 🙌

[@sarasweightlossjourney1432]

We really are blessed to have Ren share his gifts with us all

[@MrsRealistic]

Yes we sure are!

[@adrianhales4198]

Beautiful melodies telling terrible things

[@MrsRealistic]

Spot on!

[@MichaelCRush]

Great reaction! Now you need to see some of Ren's OTHER sides...I recommend watching Chalk Outlines and/or How To Be Me (live versions), and The Hunger, but there are many other ways you can go from here and you can't go wrong with any of them.

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you! I look forward to hearing all of his work and sharing it with all of you!

[@seth1455]

The duets with Chinchilla are serious but not too heavy. Entertaining in a different style. Love your reviews of his songs by the way

[@MrsRealistic]

@@seth1455 Thank you! I love his music. I can't wait to hear their duets!

[@Henry4ever]

Phenomenal artist 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 GREAT reaction lady ! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@MrsRealistic]

Well thank you sir! I'm loving his work!

[@feo3906]

Seen so many reactions to this but joining you in this journey was something special. Thank you. Such amazing storytelling.

[@MrsRealistic]

Aww thank you! That's very kind! 😊🙏

[@peterveste6976]

thank you for your reactions love your Chanel ❤ Ren is my favourite artist ever ❤

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you so much for your kind comment!

[@docdurdin]

I've noticed Ren always writes tales about subjects that are dear to his heart and I feel sure this was ripped from the pages of reality. They are so direct you can see he is not doing it to be clever or showy, it is history and a plea from an angel..

[@MrsRealistic]

I absolutely agree!🙌

[@colinrobinson5458]

Great reaction. So perceptive. The best reaction I’ve seen to all of Ren’s songs. Thank you.

[@MrsRealistic]

Wow thank you! That's so kind! 😊🙏

[@MikeyPea72]

Thank you for your honest and perceptive reaction. We are all truly privilaged to share Ren's genius.

[@MrsRealistic]

Yes we are! He's so special!

[@quantockbeech]

Ren's genius and your reaction! Best I've seen. Thank you.

[@MrsRealistic]

Aww, thank you, you're so kind!

[@JoH4LH44]

Just started your journey down the Ren rabbit hole with you. Great reaction. Thanks Btw your date ordered playlist is 👌

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you! I hope you enjoy them! :)

[@stevecody9878]

Brilliant reaction to a true GENIUS Liked & subscribed in anticipation of you reacting to more Ren Cheers 👍🍻

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you so much! There will be more for sure! I love his work!

[@CindyBaucom-sb1hd]

RENaissance!! Thank you for your reactions

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you! 😊🙏

[@deanc486]

Great reaction to this one. What this does is open the up the conversation about a subject that sits in the shadows and many of us are aware of. "it's such a shame" is that generic reaction to such horrible outcomes. I think from what has been suggested the first two parts were based on a newspaper piece about a young boy stabbing a prostitute. Ren I believe then added the 3rd part much later to complete the trilogy? Ren can lift you back up. Maybe go and listen Power or him and the band he was in The Big Push covering I Shot the Sheriff/Road to Zion/Hip Hop.

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you. Yes, he's singing about what many won't talk about. It brings it to light better than just a report on the news. I look forward to hearing more from him. He's a treasure!

[@belindamelville2270]

Ren❤❤❤❤

[@gmel4967]

Really astute analysis! So glad someone finally revisited performance art in such an inventive way. Gives you hope,,,

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you! I just love Ren!

[@stranger2Utube]

I commented under Losing it that I'm off to this reaction, and as promised, just finished it. No disappointment expected, none experienced. Loved it. ❤ Gobsmacked is a great word for what Ren can do with one's mind.

[@MrsRealistic]

Aww, well thank you!

[@philk9227]

Great reaction. Look forward to your exploration of the amazing rabbit hole that is the music and lyrical talent of Ren. For something lighter look to his performances with his band The Big Push, or his collaboration with Sam Tompkins. There are also collaborations with Chinchilla "Chalk Outlines" and "How to be me" but while stunning performances they are both very deep.

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you! I do look forward to hearing more. Hi Ren got me hooked and I just love his work!

[@TheBorderRyker]

Has anyone else noticed that, as Ren is walking out of the Hospital room, as he is walking past the bed Ren nods goodbye to Violet? It’s all in the little details. 👌🏻

[@MrsRealistic]

Now I have to go back and look!! 👍😁

[@divinevibrationsyqr]

I initially thought he short of took a deep breath and got rid of the shivers as he was sort of preparing himself to sing Violet's part which would be hard for anyone to tell, let alone act out.

[@TheBorderRyker]

@@divinevibrationsyqr not that bit. Just after that as he’s walking towards the door.

[@Mr--H]

Sure did. You have eagle eyes m8 :)

[@divinevibrationsyqr]

@@TheBorderRyker I definitely see the super subtle nod. I didn't notice it at first because I was in my head about what I just was talking about. Good eye.

[@SuperMatt2112]

Thanks for the reaction to this amazing trilogy, Ren is in a class of his own. in my eyes and to many he is brilliant artistic talent, he's also a very different and unique individual, I love just listening to his little interviews, he fascinates me. as far as I know, Ren's mother is a music teach or instructor and I think this is where a lot of his natural talent comes from, But I could be wrong. I just vaguely remember him or someone mentioning this about his mom. I think my favorite thing about ren is that he puts his all into everything he does and his personality, he is also so humble and kind, In his recent song "illest of our time" he mentions how depression is a blessing in disguise. now maybe I'm reading n to this too much, but Ren went though 10+ years of pure hell being misdiagnosed and suffered more than anyone should and this as he has mentioned a very tough and emotional period of time, I'm wondering if that's what he meant. The reason I bring this up is because, as sad as it is, his hardship and health problems that he is who he is as a result, hence the line "Blessing in Disguise" just a hunch if this is true, this makes Ren my hero for his ability to take something so negative and using that energy and turn it into something so beautiful as he does with everything he creates.. he is a true inspiration for anyone

[@MrsRealistic]

I couldn't agree with you more! I guess it's like the old adage, "What doesn't kill us makes us stronger," If we never had trials or hardship, we would never have anything from which to learn.

[@jonathanshaw3755]

Wow,Great reaction!! What a trilogy!

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you! One of my ultimate favorites!

[@Scud_and_thesTig]

You got it straight after the twist. Well done. Incredible story. Great reaction 👍

[@MrsRealistic]

Thanks so much! He's truly special!

[@shawnhenry4100]

So been waiting for you to react to this. And of course you never disappoint me. Great job keep them coming.

[@MrsRealistic]

Aww, thank you! You're too kind! I had one comment telling me how annoying it was that I paused the video and that no one wanted to hear what I had to say. I was like, that's the point of a REACTION video dude...😆

[@ekadow]

A really great and insightful reaction, thank you.

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you so much!

[@sarasweightlossjourney1432]

New subscriber. I'm only a few minutes into your reaction. And already love this. I've watched him any reactions to this because Ren is a gem

[@MrsRealistic]

He's very special! Thank you! 😊👍

[@antonyainsworth1665]

Fucking brilliant reaction well done you 👏 👍

[@MrsRealistic]

Aww thank you! You're so kind!

[@mldkenny]

Lovely reaction to this amazing story.

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@davidsomers8137]

Thanks for the reaction. For something little more light hearted with Ren do his live performance “I shot the sheriff/road to Zion/hip hop with his band called the big push. You mentioned at the beginning it sounded a bit like reggae.. give a listen to this you will be pleasantly surprised

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you for the suggestions! I love me some Bob Marley!

[@andrewparker9569]

Lovely reaction

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you😁👍

[@paulbriggs5238]

Love your reaction, I can understand why it's being called bardcore! He is a minstrel, or would it be a renstrel! He is now my favourite artist 🙂🇬🇧 oh I forgot to say, I think he's still in Brighton as when he goes outside in violets tale, when he goes outside you can hear seagulls, Brighton is a seaside town. Ha another edit as after I wrote it you said minstrel as well, well played

[@MrsRealistic]

Haha! Great minds think alike 😉😆

[@rozee911]

Yeeeesss woman ! Brilliant . More! More ! Xx

[@MrsRealistic]

Haha! Thank you!!😁🙌

[@Gr4Ss13]

Great reaction video. I'd say watch "What You Want" by Ren if you find yourself going down the Ren rabbit hole and need a fun palette cleanser in between the more heavy ones.

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you! I did a reaction to "what you want" just the other day that I still have to edit and put up. It's great!!

[@linmonash1244]

Not just a song. This is real and gritty modern street theatre, (combining a blend of old world techniques and modern genres ) and Ren is the entire theatre company: actor, singer, orchestra, director, script writer, location designer, acoustics manager... EVERYTHING! { And let us not forget the brilliant Camera Work -Flow and Lighting Direction of the Videographer; Sam.} Just a Masterpiece.

[@MrsRealistic]

Amen to that!!

[@no54atu]

Great reaction you were spot on it🙏🏽 2005 is the year they were born and he made this song in 2019 when they were 14 years old, this was so incredible Ren is something very special, I say Ren for presidency 😁🙏🏽❤️

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you! I just love his music! He IS very special! Too bad he's from England and can't be president here lol! 😭

[@no54atu]

@@MrsRealistic 😁 Well he will change a lot of things that’s for sure🙏🏽❤️

[@MrsRealistic]

@@no54atu Yes, he sure will!!!

[@IanElkins]

Classic reaction love it 💜

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you!

[@cory708]

loved your reaction as usual.

[@MrsRealistic]

Aww thank you Cory! 😊

[@Michael-et9wn]

It was very great to see the together in this ,clip😊😊❤

[@kouranko]

Hi there, I really enjoyed your reaction. But the funniest thing was that almost every single thing you said were words out of my head! So that's why I can't praise you too much! I'm too humble 😅 I have watched many reactions, but love yours. You see what I see, and reading your comments, you are kind and took an awful lot of time to respond to every single comment. That's very generous! I have subscribed, and look forward to seeing more of your videos. Thank you. The cycle of abuse still needs to be understood by more people, it's all connected. It doesn't take much to push someone as abused and messed up as Screech over the edge. He's been cuckolded by his friend, he would have trust issues, but he's still thinking he loves these people, "Babe", Patrick, the third guy etc. No one has taught him what love is. He never knew it. "But Screech kept on knocking...." that guitar part jumps into my head at the oddest times! I think it's powerful too because of the contrast. For some reason, despite listening to and watching this song countless times, watching it this time with you made me cry more than I ever have before. I grew up in this violence, well I ran away at 14 so not quite grown up, my dad did what violet's did, and my mum most definitely knew, but never left or took me to safety. It's not easy to listen to, yet also helpful to hear it articulated in art. The first time I ever heard it was Lou Reed singing on Berlin when I was very young, 14 years old. Wow! That really made an impression on me and possibly saved my life though it was a fine tightrope as saving my life meant running away and living in the streets and in squats. Then there was Suzanne Vega. Some of the songs if you've never listened (in the vein of this subject of abuse and people art-iculating it) Bad Wisdom, Rock in this Pocket, As a Child and my favourite song of empowerment, ever, so simple, In the Eye. Of course everyone knows Luka. Now Ren. He's talking about what has been rarely talked about in music. And I suspect Chinchilla's songs are going to help me along a lot too, so far they have! Thanks, I really appreciate your reaction, and I'd love to hear your opinions on In The Eye. Thanks to Lou, my pretend dad, with the most comforting voice ever, Suzanne Vega and Ren for voicing these stories. Being seen is very healing.

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you for your kind comment! I'm so sorry you had to go through that. You're right, people with that kind of emotional trauma need far less to make them jump off the deep end. I'm glad to hear you made it out to the other side and are here with us today! I hope you have found peace. Thank you for the suggestions! I'll add them to my list!! Blessings to you 🙏❤

[@ekatyawa8454]

ren is bloody pure performance.....

[@derekdavis6508]

Patrick was at Screech's lass house, and Jenny young wearing high heels working the streets, I struggled with some stuff from childhood as well, so I feel for everyone.

[@MrsRealistic]

Yes, such an amazing story he's woven in this song!

[@craiggrant8600]

Ren calls the style bardcore!

[@frankusvolubilis9210]

Very good, very perceptive reaction I’ve just subscribed

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you so much! Welcome!

[@Blend-25]

Notice he switches from a steel stringed guitar after Jenny’s tale to a nylon string crossover. (Classical with electronics and cutaway). YOU GOT IT!! You may not believe it but a lot of reacters MISS that Violet was the mother of Jenny and Screech and they were bro & sis!!!

[@MrsRealistic]

I didn't notice the guitar switch! I'll have to look at it again! I don't know how anyone would miss the ending! It was perfect, but so tragic!

[@christophervisavati8983]

He rarely uses steel strings on his classical guitar. He uses nylon strings through out.

[@tomisawol]

I don't know how many reactions I've seen now but your reaction at the end was just like mine, when the penny drops it's like ...whaaa!?!?

[@MrsRealistic]

It's almost like it was real... then you shake your head and go, right... it's just a song!

[@deanporter9936]

There are so few artists that choose to show the hard realities of life and the world we live in quite like Ren and also NF. The reality of trauma on the human soul and the consequences on society for ignoring the pain and suffering going on all around us with governments more concerned about GDP and how they're perceived on the world stage rather then concentrating on helping people live a more purposeful life with a more community led approach. These songs make me want to try harder with my life and the people around me. Great reaction. You pretty much nailed it first time.

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you! I agree with you 100%. And I love NF! Some of his music totally broke me! And the "elite" with their virtue signaling, rather than actually carrying about the suffering of the "little people", helps no one. The government couldn't care less.

[@shakysenior]

Fabulous reaction ❤️

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you! 😊🙌

[@steve53264]

Love this reaction! ❤

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you!! 🙏😊

[@Rob-bt3ev]

It was good to see you immediately made all the connections at the end and understood the story - many reactors sadly don't and miss the full impact. As you mention ed reggae a couple of times I highly recommend watching Ren performing I Shot the Sheriff / Road to Zion / Hip Hop mash up with his band The Big Push as it is absolutely amazing and will give you another side of Ren.

[@MrsRealistic]

I don't know how anyone could miss that! 🙊 Maybe they're just enjoying the music too much to hear the message? But I think it's truly the message that Ren lives getting out there! I love Bob Marley, so I'll have to check out his band stuff as well! Thank you!

[@andy2950]

If you want his happy music. Try his band, The Big Push busking live on the streets of Brighton. Especially, the, I shot the sheriff mash-up.😊

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you! I can't wait to hear it!

[@andy2950]

@Mrs. Realistic You were correct on the minstrel reference. Although Ren can't be put into one single genre, he quickly jumps from rap to rock and reggae to hip hop. BARDCORE is the name Ren used to describe this particular style. He also told us another bardcore tale is on the way.

[@MrsRealistic]

@@andy2950 We are blessed to have him on this earth! And you're right, he can't be put into one genre... but easily handles any kind of music.

[@HS-ol4zl]

Great reaction to a genius masterpiece...!

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you!

[@timpwhit]

Ren and his band The Big Push do an amazing medley of I Shot the Sheriff/Road to Zion/Hip Hop (which personally, I like over Clapton's version) showing that reggae is indeed one of his influences: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4TIdKiIapalm80. You will find as you dive deeper into the Ren rabbit hole that he has many influences and many styles he can employ. Great rapper, singer, guitarist, lyricist...the list goes on and on. In short, he's a unique, once-in-a-generation artist.

[@MrsRealistic]

And we're so lucky to be able to enjoy this art from someone so special! Thank you for the suggestions!

[@timpwhit]

@@MrsRealistic Thank you for your thoughtful reaction.

[@MrsRealistic]

@@timpwhit 🙏😊

[@tajolariffin6021]

Happy : What you want, Losing it, Bittersweet Symphony Sad: Chalk Oulines, How to be me, Crutch Politics: Money Game Part 1 & Part 2

[@MrsRealistic]

Thanks so much!

[@spencerg8449]

He wrote this song in 2019 actually, 2019 - 2005 = 14. Both Jenny and Screech were 14 years old. Never met their mother or father for obvious reasons. Stevie, their father, went to prison for the murder of their mother, Violet. They were separated at birth and never knew each other. Essentially, Screech killed his sister and never knew

[@chadUCSD]

Stevie wasn't the father of Jenny and Screch. Ren explains Violet moved out the family home at 16, here in the UK a girl can get a council flat if she's pregnant. He explains she met stevie after she'd moved out and was working at tesco. So Violet was already pregnant. Her father was abusing her, so she was having children of incest. Jenny and Screeches father was also their grandfather. Listen to Violets story again. He says Stevie n her met after she moved out of home. She was already pregnant.

[@spencerg8449]

@@chadUCSD ooooh makes so much sense now

[@jodaid]

Loved the reaction... I like the fact you picked out that it is a generational cycle.. ❤

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you! Unfortunately I know many people who have similar experiences. 😪

[@TheEMFB]

He also shows off some reggae chops with his band called The Big Push. They do a brilliant cover of I Shot The Sherrif.

[@MrsRealistic]

I love me some Bob Marley!!

[@Maggsreacts82]

Love your reaction!!! ❤❤❤

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you! 😊

[@silentwhisp4r670]

Awesome reaction!

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you!! 😁 I'm glad you liked it!

[@jnrickards]

A tough one. For some fun though, try "Power" and "Bitter Sweet Symphony"

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you!

[@christopherjimenez9758]

I say this every time I get a chance somebody needs to make this into a movie

[@MrsRealistic]

YES!!!!

[@ChristianBarratt-d6l]

this is a movie, it should be entered in a film festival

[@MrsRealistic]

@@ChristianBarratt-d6l Spot on!!

[@DGPlumbingHeating]

This is Brighton, UK. The story is in London.

[@OlleStahlberg]

And the rewinding and fprwarding of time with the guitar in Violets tale. 👍🏼

[@MrsRealistic]

Yes that was pretty smart as well!

[@pix6136]

Great teaction. Ren is highlighting a number of issues - chld sex abuse (to Violet), domestic violence, possibly chikd rxploitation (what was Jenny doing on street in high heels at night??), teenage drug use (Screech), knife violence, armed Police, a recurring cycle of violence. Ren is a genius storyteller, musician a modern day Shakespearean actor. Would love to see him fill theatres and also branch into films. Hope his treatments give him back his health

[@MrsRealistic]

I hope so too. He is so special!

[@AlSnoopsReid]

Ren's mother is a singing/voice coach and his father, Martin Gill, is also a talented musician and singer who mostly performs music from the 12th and 13th centuries. You can see him performing by searching - "Temps Clar rehearsal: Lyke wake dirge" . Ren's father is the one singing.

[@MrsRealistic]

Wonderful information! Thank you!

[@annebiebrich9155]

Great reaction.....most miss the twist at the end and can't figure it out ! I am a new subscriber!

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you! Nice to have you here!

[@kennethmichael5404]

Ren calls this genre "BardCore". Like a medieval minstrel, but telling stories that carry emotional impact and weight to them.

[@MrsRealistic]

It's the perfect name!👌

[@carrytheflag3498]

His nickname "The Bard of Brighton" really is perfect. Brilliant reaction! Cheers all!!!

[@MrsRealistic]

You're right, it IS perfect! Thanks for your comment!

[@dannyalderslowe3886]

Lots of cool Ren tunes recommended to you. A wee gem no one has mentioned is 'It's Alright', great video where in the tune people comment on kindness. From the trilogy as a male I hope it wakes many males up to the stark reality and consequences of male violence/ domestic abuse which sadly is widespread around the planet. 💛🌎🧘

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you! I'll have to look that one up!

[@davesandall4530]

Every time I see this it still blows my mind it’s all done live, my brain can’t comprehend it

[@MrsRealistic]

I know...it's so special!

[@TheSwede9]

Your reaction and commentary is amazing and I'm even commenting early, I will watch the whole thing! Ren is such a fantastic, vivid, descriptive artist that I am so sad that I slept on for so long. He's so so so good. I wanna be a lil' nitpicky and say I don't think he has perfect pitch (born with) so much as relative pitch (can be trained), then again I think you can define that term many ways

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you! Yes, he's very special!!

[@shelleybond7202]

Great reaction ❤

[@MrsRealistic]

Thank you!

[@kennethmichael5404]

I get frustrated with some reactions when they miss the line "he swung possessed with the devil in his chest"....missing that he killed her. It's surprising how many actually miss that, some never catch it, even through the whole story. Also, for "Screech's Tale", it seems that almost no one catches that Screech's girlfriend and his friend Patrick, happen to be "busy", or not available, at the same time. Consider why. Maybe they were together? Patrick wasn't home...was he with Screech's girl at her place and that's why she was "busy"? It adds a whole other layer to the story. Also consider that Jenny and Screech were born side by side, and essentially died side by side, one street apart. Born on the same day (2005), died on the same day (2019). An entire family, mother and twins that never knew each other, wiped out by a cycle of violence. An abused mother, a 14 year old prostitute, and a 14 year old thug/murderer. Powerful stuff. Not sure if you caught it or not, but he did all 3 songs in a single take each, just like "Hi Ren". In the "Violet's Tale", the way he uses the acoustics of his environment to accentuate the song is absolute brilliance. Did you catch the rewinding of time with his guitar? The man is truly special.

[@MrsRealistic]

Wow, I don't know how anyone could miss that he killed Jenny... Now that I've had a few people bring it up.. yes I bet his girl and Patrick were together, which is why he got so enraged! It makes perfect sense! There is so much in this tale and I'm going to have to go back a few times to probably really see and hear everything. He a musical genius.

[@MrsRealistic]

@@GhostWatcher2024 how cool! Yes, you're right, if Ren had said Jenny was 14 it wouldn't have been the same effect and the secret might have been revealed accidentally before the last video ended. When he mentions high heeled shoes, one doesn't think of a 14 year old, but she was probably a prostitute.

[@MrsRealistic]

@@GhostWatcher2024 exactly... so by not mentioning her age, it so fails into place after we find out the twist to the story. Impeccable story telling

[@jasonsmith6707]

I know this is old but i feel i mist mention that Jenny being a prostitute is very accurate. The first two parts of this song was based on a newspaper article about a young man killing a prostitute. Violet's Tale was completely made up years later as an add on.

[@junction6_m27VNC]

I think Jenny was a sweet girl, she lived in Camden Town hence Ren saying she knew this town, she was wearing high heels because she dressed like Amy Winehouse who lived in Camden and Jenny walked the streets looking for all the graffiti’s dedicated to Amy which is all over Camden, On the statue in Camden Market of Amy she’s wearing high heels. I’ve done a vid about Jenny with all the evidence to prove this theory

[@MCP920]

Never have I ever. This guy is so talented.

[@MrsRealistic]

No kidding... he's something very special!

[@DigitalianFX-GT]

I was honestly impressed with how attentive you are Mrs. Realistic. There was one time that you had a moment when you said he used his guitar as sound effect, but you were spot on with that. It was actually the series of notes played to portray "going back to the present", since earlier, while in the bed, he used his guitar to rewind the hands of time. By the way, the 2005 was just to reference the birth year of Jenny and Screech, as in the tale of Jenny he mentioned that Screech was a boy of 14, and the song was made in 2019. Brilliant person. Impressive reaction.

[@MrsRealistic]

You're very kind! Thank you! I got a comment about how annoying I was to pause the video. I was like, that's the purpose of a reaction video dude 😆 How am I supposed to remember everything that was said in a song I just heard and then comment about it 13 minutes later? LOL!

[@DigitalianFX-GT]

@@MrsRealistic yeah, there are some.. I don't get them either. Maybe they just don't know where the original video is, and too lazy to check the comment if there's link? 🤣

[@MrsRealistic]

@@DigitalianFX-GT perhaps... I'm thinking, who goes to a reaction video not wanting a reaction? Then they commented again and said they had watched my video again and went on to inform me of other things that annoyed them. I was like, so you watched my video TWICE just to annoy yourself? Sounds like they have their own issues lol!

[@DigitalianFX-GT]

@@MrsRealistic

[@user-mt4zr5kp7h]

It's funny that you mention how it sounds and reminds you of a minstrel. Apparently, Ren is actually known as The Bard of Brighton!

[@MrsRealistic]

That's super cool! It's perfect 👌

[@samanthathomas2965]

Amazing reaction

[@felixlenz7202]

Some Thing happy!?! EC HYPER HYPER

[@MrsRealistic]

Thanks for the suggestion!!