Ren - For Joe - Reaction - Get out the Kleenex...

[@rebt6096]

Who is the Ren in your life? Who would write a song of their pain of missing you? Who would be sad? Don’t take your life, find your Ren. Because there’s a friend out there for you. Believe that.

[@margaretkichenama6022]

What an inspirational message. Thank you❤

[@larryshair]

So incredibly well-said. Thank you.

[@larryshair]

So incredibly well-said. Thank you.

[@MCP920]

I just love this. He built a bridge between Suicide and Freckled Angels. That piano.

[@larryshair]

It's so wonderful.

[@MCP920]

@@larryshair truly! I lost a son at the age Ren is now. These songs are special to me. Healing. Loved the reaction.

[@davidricks7128]

What a beautiful way to make that link

[@rezabijnen1]

​@@MCP920sorry for your loss❤

[@MCP920]

@@rezabijnen1 that’s very thoughtful. Thank you. 🌻

[@anna9072]

That break in his voice in the last line - it broke me. Grief never ends. You think about it less as time goes on, but when it surfaces it’s not any easier to bear.

[@vivienneclarke2421]

I lost my 13 year old son 12 years ago. Time does NOT heal everything. I have days,,like today,,when the tears just won't stop. You learn to compartmentalize,tuck it away,but the grief is just as unbearable now as it was April 13,2011........

[@kimmicakes]

Thank you for being a loving kind human! I can feel your heart breaking for Ren as well as for Joe when I watched this and I love watching your reactions! Stay real! RIP Joe!

[@larryshair]

Thanks so much for your kind words. Gosh, if a song like this doesn't hit you in the feels, that person must be made of steel.

[@hmddesigns1433]

This song isn't just a medley. There are parts unique unto itself, making this song its own entity entirely. Great reaction

[@davidricks7128]

Just 2k to get Ren to his 1 Million subs if anyone deserves it Ren does

[@testpattern23]

Ren is one of those generational talents

[@kurtz260]

The thing about our grief is though it hurts, it shows us our capacity to love. I dont know Ren, nor did i know Joe, but i can guarantee that Ren wouldnt choose to not have known him just to save himself the hurt, the grief, even the "guilt" (which is common, but misplaced). I think if we didnt lose anyone that we wouldnt really understand the depths of our feelings as much as it hurts, its a good hurt, it means that we truly connected and loved someone outside of ourselves

[@kennethmoore427]

The crazy emotion in that second run

[@Jivansings]

unsuspected eloquence! The words you found at the end, bringing attention to the heart and healing of the story, namely Joe, his value, his dignity, and we can imagine a loyalty and love a great artist could convey only in a song. You put it even better, so thanks boss ! KZbin needs you kiddo.

[@larryshair]

Thank you so much for your kind words. This was a profound song.

[@ianhislop6782]

The song Suicide ended with a deep feeling of sadness and loss. This seems to end with acceptance and maybe even closure. I know you’re going to be okay…

[@davidricks7128]

Joe was definitely with Ren on this one To give Ren the courage to do this amazing tribute

[@patriciajohnson9654]

Such an emotional song. My dear friend with early onset dimentia is getting worse. I'm trying so so hard to hold on to her. But she's scared. Trapped in her body with a dying brain. No other support system. I pray that together with God's help we can find a peaceful path.❤

[@dawntrow6994]

That is how I reacted to when I missed my mum and dad, I used to breathe heavy like that to stop my self crying 😢😢

[@duchesserickson]

Beautiful tribute to Joe! Love, love, love, Ren!

[@Hope-cm8fb]

Thank You🥹🩵💚🍀

[@gregbeard6057]

I'm so glad you did this reaction and so pleased that you found Ren. Keep up the good work, man! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧

[@larryshair]

Thanks so much, Greg!

[@Aurora-cv5to]

The first bit was from Suic!de. I find the repetition fascinating because of course, that's exactly what our minds do... they go into ruts and repeat painful things. But of course, it's changed, mutating, and leads into something else. Don't know what he had in mind, but that's how I'm hearing it.

[@REN4eva]

Thanks for reading his explanation. I cried when I read it the first time and now I cried again when I listened to you read it out loud. Just like I always cry when I listen to this song. Great reaction too, loved it.

[@larryshair]

Thanks so much!

[@Hexenkind1]

On thursday 20th THIS week a new ren song called "murderer" is coming out and the community organized an event for 1 pm mst in anticipation for the release of the song. Reactors can participate in our pre party RENathon, the very first edition of the "Day of Ren" if they like. To do that everybody can post a reaction to one song on that date just BEFORE the new song drops. He is also fast approaching 1 million subs. If we are lucky, it will be right on time. He now has 996k subs with getting 1000 subs a day on average the last few days, like clockwork.

[@docdurdin]

Yes..... We love you Ren. Thank you, Larry.

[@DaniSpeh]

that's was strong "We've got to let go of the what ifs in our life's"

[@lysfleming3331]

Gets me teary eyed every time i listen to it.

[@sharis9095]

The very beginning and the very end are found in other songs but the middle more spoken word part (including the freckled angels part) are new. Only the last 2 lines (singing) are from freckled angels. Joe died just before Ren got really, really sick. There's a video he posted from that time and you can tell he's struggling, he thinks he's going to die and he's losing hope. When you watch that, and you hear these words it's hard not to tie Ren's survival to Joe. Ren knew what the loss felt like, so he kept fighting even though he was in so much pain. Ren fought for years before things turned around. I really think Joe saved Ren and together they make amazing music.

[@REN4eva]

If it is the video I hink, he made it in the beginning of 2015. So basically 5 years after Joes death. But you are right. He said, that knowing the pain a suicide inflicted to others, he knew that he could not do that to his mother. So, as you said, Joe may actually have saved his life.

[@johnshea5967]

it's so incredibly sad that Rens best friend took his own life,but I'm sure that his friend would understand him grieving, understand his sadness,his anger,but I am also sure that his friend would not understand or accept Rens feelings of guilt and misguided responsibility for being 5 minutes late! god bless them both❤

[@clutch512]

That was a beautiful way of talking about the suicide issue around 9 minutes in. Thank you

[@Ianjowett1]

he is master of intonation on vocal piano guitar get that no hack skilled musician

[@Browndaddy0267]

I've always felt the exact same way that Ren feels. Through music is the closest thing I've ever felt to an idea of God. The feeling that cam come from music has to be something spiritual.

[@mothermaclean]

Dead poet society was and is a brillent movie. Ren uses his music to heal himself and at the same time helps others.

[@anonops2949]

Chris please make a playlist of all your emotional crying reactions for us? i want a mainstream way to cry with you 😅

[@jasminfosse1441]

Stop saying you're sorry, I sit and watch your reactions and some songs make me have to pause my phone because I'm crying so hard. Id rather watch people react based on the message and their feelings, than the musical knowledge. I really like your channel and you are the only person who I give money to because I respect what you say, and it makes me feel emotional towards the message.

[@larryshair]

Thanks so much for your kind words. Ten is really amazing. I’m so intrigued by his whole story. Looking forward to many more of his.

[@Rockerlita]

He loved him

[@annebiebrich9155]

Yep Ren is so wonderful !

[@xxMelaniexx]

Music expresses that which words simply can not Rip Joe💜

[@jamesbrooks1513]

Save me by Jelly Roll is a must add to the list of reactions.

[@mauriceluciano5211]

This guy gets it ...

[@mrsmith6763]

Heartbreakingly Beautiful song and reaction......."and we must not forget that we are human beings" 🎵♥️

[@michaelphipps8647]

Ren is absolutely amazing, the 🐐!!❤ Great reaction!

[@blackberrystag]

It's the second half of "Su*cide", one verse of "Dominoes", a reprise of "Freckled Angels" (I think that's the word... like the bit is not in the original song, it's bringing the song to the present moment), and then the chorus of "Freckled Angels".

[@stevemalott3745]

This is a great song and your reaction is amazing. Just the song by itself is a masterpiece but connecting the dots that Ren is putting out there and knowing the "rest of the story" is incredible!! Thanks for the reaction and thank you Ren for an amazing, vulnerable and loving performance. I cannot imagine how difficult that was to play in front of Joe's family! Great reaction!!

[@Ianjowett1]

this got me too lost a freckled angel ......

[@tameraSBLY]

This resonated deep. Many have so much darkness despite their outward appearances. It affects not only the hurting soul.but the family and friends left behind to the "what if's". Great reaction as usual.

[@puppenbuhnebauchkribbeln1183]

Thank you for this sensitive, wonderful reaction to Ren's lovin tribute...🥹🙏🏼 And I'm happy you realized the two brilliant pauses and reverses of the piano - always send me goosebumps when I hear them...

[@larryshair]

Thank you so much!

[@elevown]

Thanks for the great reaction to this great song - MEDLEY :) p.s Its not just a medley- the middle section about raising a child and all the piano work are new - and the freckled angles lines are changed too. I think he wanted to make more of a 'song' out of the bit from Su!c!de - and also end it all on a positive note. The orgional hits very hard but I can see why he didnt want to leave it at that for honoring his friend - and wanted to leave people with a more hopeful upbeat ending.

[@Mvtobebo]

Yep he gotcha in ya feels. Ren does that.

[@BenTonyWinchester]

DUDE,,Eminem (Farewell) awesome song,,slept on

[@LuisAnjo1]

you are my top five reacts from youtube! big hug from portugal brother

[@larryshair]

Thanks so much and hugs back atcha!

[@annebiebrich9155]

This is just a small snipet of Freckled Angel !

[@Ianjowett1]

agrre with you Larry , lost a friend to cancer this weekend , didnt think anyone but me would care we were all we had . but friends rallied round , facething friends ive helped out . just offering support and moral support and saying just talk to us . doesnt matter aboutwhat but we are here . helps knowing when push comes to shove not alone dealing . not many are people ive met some are but the voice is there . message lets talk dont go thru this alone . is helping

[@larryshair]

I'm so very sorry to hear about your friend : (

[@mary.e645]

Yes, the film was uplifting and meaningful, like Ren.

[@ManneyM]

That was an incredibly fitting and thoughtful reaction to this tribute to his friend, whose light continues to shines bright through Ren. RIP Joe Hughes❤

[@debbiealbon653]

Great reaction, heart felt, and so much truth, thank you ❤

[@larryshair]

Thanks Debbie! Hope you're doing well!

[@debbiealbon653]

@@larryshair I’m good thanks☺️ hope you are also 👍🏼

[@IanElkins]

Great reaction pal If you listen to Freckled Angels listen to the live version he sings only 8 months after the event. Prob won’t see this but if you do..

[@briwalker499]

Hi Larry! Maybe you know, but Lucy Thomas just released “Evergreen”… it is STUNNING!!! Love your reactions - hope to see one soon

[@jamesdoherty6558]

great upload man, ren is great, thanks

[@garysherwin3316]

The middle is new

[@staceyshaffer180]

Beautiful reaction Larry. I’ve always said that time is both a curse and a blessing. REN has made it to the last stage of grief, acceptance. Beautiful tribute to Joe. ❤️

[@clockworkpink]

great reaction! thank you so very much for sharing and being so open, so many of us are feeling the same and it's so awesome to know that we are not alone.

[@keltickelly81]

Very much enjoyed your reaction. Ren is an amazing talent.

[@larryshair]

Thanks so much!

[@goobydoot]

“mash up” works too

[@larryshair]

Yes! Good point!

[@williamparrish9954]

Ren also play drums and bass he can also beatbox he did it at start of Jenny tale he did trumpet

[@bc6980]

Larry .. now you need to go listen to Pmj and Morgan James singing Take me to Church

[@helenk43]

❤❤❤

[@boxicuk1620]

💜

[@shakysenior]

Super reaction 👍

[@larryshair]

Thanks so much!

[@mikedoyle7546]

Ace reaction👌👌

[@larryshair]

Thanks!

[@belindamelville2270]

❤😢😢😢❤

[@jasminfosse1441]

Thanks!

[@larryshair]

Wow, thanks so much for your gift!

[@Dad-JanieWorld]

This is very touching song. Will you please do. Chinchilla live version of Fingers. Has to be live hungertv copy.

[@rveino2978]

👍🔥🔥

[@larryshair]

Thanks for the Fire!

[@MelissaBurns17698]

Hey 😊 Ren uploaded a video today and its not a song, so you dont have to react to it but its still a beautiful message on life

[@larryshair]

Yes, I watched it. I love that he is so appreciative of where he has ended up in life and what it means to him.

[@that_averagetyp]

I know I said I'm ditching for a while and I really tried to not post any comment, to let you have a break from my bullsh*t but watching your reaction to "Difficult" and now this... man... forcing myself to isolate from this community was the worst idea ever. P.S. I watched "Dead Poets Society" again and I want to thank you once again for showing me that movie. Thanks for being my Mr. Keating. I got out of bed this weekend!! I put my happy mask on and headed to one of my favorite car event. Modified cars, show cars etc gathered in one place for the whole weekend to meet your buddies from all over the country, share some fun stories sitting by the barbecue, enjoy some dope cars and afterparty 😁. (don't confuse it with this whole illegal night racing on the streets and doing dumb sh*t to impress other morons... true car enthusiasts are way more than that) Car community is very similar to this community here, it's like a huge family. Everyone is doing their best to help each other. I had an amazing time, I could forget about everything and enjoy something I once loved so much. Couple of my friends asked where have I been for the last few years, why I'm not coming to those events anymore. I always tell that I sold my last "project car", bought my dream car and it needs a looot of work to be finished but the truth is that it's sitting in my garage collecting dust for more than two years now because I no longer enjoy my passion, depression stole it from me. I felt amazing this weekend! I felt that vibe again! It motivated me to go back home and start working on my car again! But it's Monday noon now... I'm back in my bed, no mask, no energy to get up... that's messed up... P.S. 2 Chris, I'm sorry for bothering you again. I know I'm pain in the butt... just say one word and I'll never post a single comment. Love you my friend! ❤️

[@rebt6096]

Just a note - hey, great for you to get out there! And people were happy to see you! That is awesome, that connection. Hmm, that mask thing. I try to not wear it and still do stuff. It’s work, just when I don’t feel like it. Wish you well. Keep trying and journaling isn’t my thing, but making a note on a calendar “had a great time today”, remember that day. They do keep turning up, it’s wonderful when they do.

[@larryshair]

Bud, here is where I'm honestly at: 1. You could never be a bother to me 2. You'll never outstay your welcome 3. Any way I or this community can come along side you and support you, we're 100% in 4. Love you man, even if those Mondays come along and knock you down a few steps. 5. If God loves you enough to have mercy on you every moment, you're good enough for me. 6. Nope! You're stuck here! No getting out of this community now! We got you. Love ya, brother.

[@that_averagetyp]

@@larryshair Gosh... I'm reading your reply back and forth for an hour now with tears in my eyes and I'm trying to think what to say... I'm so embarrassed I messed up again... You know why I succeed quitting smoking? Because I promised you that I won't touch a cigarette ever again and I'm keeping my promise for 206 days now... going to therapy, forgiving my dad, telling my mom etc. It all happened because I promised that to you... and I couldn't let down my best friend. I'd love to promise to you that I'll get back up but I can't. I just can't... but I promise I'll do my best! Thanks for being there!

[@patriciajohnson9654]

You're stuck with me Karole. I love you and have missed you😊. Patti in Colorado ❤

[@that_averagetyp]

​@@patriciajohnson9654Heeey!! Thank you! Love you too! 🥰🤗❤️ I've been looking for your comments in latest videos, how you doing my dear friend? Have you moved yet?

[@staticcentrehalf7166]

Way too many interruptions. Irritating. Moving on.

[@REN4eva]

Or maybe you should? This is his channel, don´t like it? Go somewhere else!

[@adam.4487]

I was enthralled by his piano playing. Just stunning. The opening lyrics were at the ending of his Su!c!de AI video.

[@Sandy_justme]

Needed this today. I really loved your reaction to this Chris and you spoke very wise words and I see what you’re saying I really do, but, (speaking personally) when you’re in the pit of depression it’s SO HARD to believe you have anything to offer someone else, and to feel that what you have to say is worth anything, that YOU are worth anything. Everything is skewed. And it’s exhausting. Fighting to just get out of bed in the morning and put on the mask of I’m ok is such a struggle. I know that suicide is not the answer but when life feels like torture every day I completely understand why it’s a route that some take. Problem is it leaves such pain for those left behind😭 That’s why I feel it’s so important to be loving and kind to everyone, because we don’t know what they are going through and I know when I’m at my lowest, a smile or a kind word or a hug means the world to me. And it really does help me to get through another day….And then maybe someday I will be able to help another human that’s hurting too. “Face the world with courage” I’m trying so hard to do that, not doing a very good job of it at the moment but I’ve got to keep trying…. Thank you for a wonderful and touching reaction to this amazing song!! Just beautiful!❤️‍🔥 Love and hugs always Sandy

[@larryshair]

There's a new page after each chapter. Praying for a joyous page for you my friend.

[@Sandy_justme]

@@larryshairThank you