Ren - Insomnia (Official)

[@cecewright6431]

I have adhd and autism, I’ve never been able to explain how I feel and today I managed to explain in a way to my family how it feels thanks to your song ren…thank you so much

[@hypnotic-design]

I feel the same, but my mother just died and I regret not having shared this song with her before she left. She struggled like me with sleep. She managed it with pills, unlike me who regularly not sleep for 3 days....and average 3-4h of sleep the rest of the time. I could not have explained it better than Ren's song.

[@santoy1000]

Wishing you the best CeCe 👍

[@mawhinney2.026]

haha me too. only got diagnosis last year at 40 year old. This guys kurt cobain level of deep

[@nataliestoppard4431]

Same...the boomeranging. Constant boomeranging.

[@aimeekeel]

Same

[@its0KagemanxD]

An artist is someone who manages to cut from themselves, a piece of their soul, and share it with the world, in a manner that ressonates. Thank you Ren.

[@FixForeGamers]

❤ so true if the can make me cry the hit the spot! The are not many bud he is one of them.

[@Oblioebel]

well said

[@DanieGirl-gw7mo]

This dude is his own magic

[@mike2190]

YES!!

[@puppenbuhnebauchkribbeln1183]

WORD👌🏼

[@craigevans8912]

The Ren Rabbit hole is deep but not dark, it’s full of light and optimism.

[@Waterlily588]

:):):)

[@sunarctus]

LYRICS What is it all for? Ive asked myself that question so many times now, It's become more worn than my Reebok classics, I'm a slave to frivolous habits, Of introspection with out any destination, Ruminating thoughts in constant rotation, Is this what it means to be conscious, To constantly question our conscience, Despondantly fall on my back horizontally, Under my bed there are monsters, They visit me when I try to sleep, They're those thoughts that play on repeat, They say Ren, You're always going to suffer Ren, You're always going to suffer, And I boomerang between optimism and pessimism, So much that my sanctuary could be a prison, What blinds me could give me vision, And what finds me is this indecision, Of what to do with these questions, Is there purpose, Is there God. And if there is God, Then God why... Do I feel like this God... Are we not sculpted in your image, And if so do you feel that pain, Unrelinquishing pain like my brain got put under a Bunsen burner and torched until the membranes became flame, I hate not sleeping, I like the weekend because other people don't sleep either, Mindless tv shows irritate me, But they're my messiah, Because I can become brain dead, Wasted, Lost entrails of dry saliva, But I'm a survivor, A child of destiny, But this night has been testing me, Question the mess that's progressing, Undressing me, Stripping me naked and stuffing the stress in me, I used to use drinking as a way to stop thinking, And my problems with drinking made me feel like I was sinking, So I dried up my drink, And I couldn't sleep a wink, And now I'm thinking, now I'm thinking, now I'm thinking, now I'm thinking about nothing, Fucking nothing, And everything, And nothing, I hate not sleeping, So I lie here trying to count sheep, And their bleats repeat, And my bleeding heart is beating, And beating me in my sleep is the plea, And pleading for healing, Is fleeting, Longing for sleepness? Audibly speaking? I weep in the sheets, Doubling doubley Troubling subtling? Bleak it's so bleak it's so bleak, And I lost my mind, On a line, I hate not sleeping, I hate not sleeping... My best attempt at transcribing the lyrics as I can't find them anywhere online. There are probably mistakes especially from his particularly fast parts so if you have any corrections please lemme know below :)

[@medvjedic1lino2]

Thanks man

[@leocroxx8055]

Von I think when the monsters talk they say his name... so "They say Ren" "You're always gonna suffer, Ren"

[@nich3719]

Thank you so much! I'm from Catalonia and I needed them!

[@guaranazeromix7166]

Man, u help a lot... I'm from Brazil and i don't have fluency in English, so thank u so much!

[@rogerrrr3089]

@@guaranazeromix7166 coe irmao

[@TheRetroFuture]

How are you doing Ren? Hope you're good man.

[@RenMakesMusic]

Tired, but good! :) in that creative flow

[@sidneydoms217]

Ren thank you for your music man! you really are a brilliant musician! greetings from belgium!

[@innerpeaceimaginations6942]

@@RenMakesMusic Us insomniacs are up with you if that helps any. Your lyrical poetry is quite brilliant, I must say. Especially (Depression).

[@mul555]

@@innerpeaceimaginations6942 depression is so fucking accurate it makes me feel solitude, which strangely feels better

[@thatoneguywhosaysbyethenwa1720]

@@mul555 the sad thing is, Ren has been diagnosed with depression , and as for ‘Do You Believe” he has Lyme Disease. It’s just insane how he still manages to be the incarnation of good music, with a lot of variation as well.

[@sparklyjbug]

I can't even. A song that keeps me company at 4am as the world sleeps and my back hates me. Thank you. Thank you for the company, and the words and for this.

[@veni.natavi.vici.]

im also keeping you somewhat company in the sense that we're probably experiencing the same thing. Stay strong dude I'm with ya it's hard ik

[@majbrat]

You are describing me right now. Literally 425 am, and my back has been screaming all night. Hope yours got better. 😊

[@lindsbee9437]

Eminem and Plan B ain't got nothing on you, Ren. You truly perfected everything I wanted to hear, You're saving lives xoxox

[@ikingipapa]

if there wasn't an Eminem, there probably would not have been a Ren. i'm grateful for both

[@ericbelander2319]

​@@ikingipapa doubtful

[@bevjohnson8874]

Agree

[@dimer_dozen]

Eminem & Ren would be the perfect match, both goats at conceptual writing,

[@emperorofcuntstittiesprink155]

I really don't think Ren gaf about Em, or any of the other people he gets compared to. His gift isn't for to make money, or to promote bling and bitches and beef. He has made music for ALL, I can't really say that about Em.

[@TheBeelzboss]

I love how this transforms from a spoken word poem into a song seamlessly.

[@i_choose_kindness]

I can’t be crazy about this, right? He’s as extraordinarily, mind-bogglingly talented as I think he is, right? I’ve been a lifelong audiophile with an eclectic taste from showtunes to death metal… and it’s been years since since I’ve discovered an artist that makes me feel like I’ve been slammed against a wall of pure euphoria… and Ren has instantly carved a spot as my top artist of all time. I can’t even comprehend how mindblowingly talented he is. Edit - speling and typonese ;)

[@Just-Schizo]

Oh, he's got a special kind of talent alright. Not to mention he makes songs about topics people don't dare to. I've found relief and understanding in his work that others just don't dare to touch. Especially Violet's tale. "I'll spare you of the things he did." Spoke to me. Something so horrific most people won't even get close. And all his works around su1c1de and mental health... It's incredible really.

[@rodharvey8463]

I totally agree hes positively giving free knowledge/Game to the people who understand his philosophy im hooked every day fir bout 2yrs now legend Star,light bringer❤❤❤👿😇🙏💙💙💙

[@geverniveup]

Me too....he's truly one a kind. Every emotion is an instrument to him. He transmutes them into masterpieces

[@Waterlily588]

NOT CRAZY! Ren is all of that and more :):):)

[@moaku0]

This song hits hard. I suffered from insomnia for most of my life until my mom told me a prison trick she learned, its actually used by the military, too, I learned. But if anyone here has insomnia please try this trick, I promise it will work in time: slow your breathing and with each breath try to relax each part of your body. Starting with you head, I know it sounds weird but try to un tense your eyes, jaw, then your shoulders and go down for each breath you let out. The biggest thing is not to be discouraged when you mind begins to wonder. Just start over if you start to wonder to much. I also count backwards from 100 with each breath.

[@AnnAnarchy-hx3zi]

I used to do that as a kid . don't work as an adult...

[@TrishiDowns]

I find what helps is tensing up the muscle as much as you can first for a few seconds and then picturing the tension slide away. For example I start with my face and scrunch it as hard as I can and then slowly relax it, then I will tense my neck and shoulders etc. some people have a hard time relaxing and won’t realize that they are still holding tension or clenching their teeth (I’m one of those people) it helps me when I experience full tension and can picture it slowly releasing and I know I’m fully relaxed when I start to feel a tingle in that muscle.

[@BillyVatcher]

Sometimes I need this plus green noise ;)

[@filipito2]

I love your lyrics. They don't provide answers either. But at least I know I'm not alone.

[@lazkech2582]

rather search for the right questions so you give the answers yourself mate

[@loisberger1998]

Ren, i just wanna say thank you. I've been depressed for 6 years now. I drink my problems away.. U help me through a lot, even going to rehab in a few months. Thank you.

[@emmaashton1046]

Good luck I wish you all the best in your journey

[@PhantomProductions]

I hope things are better for you now. 😁

[@cianan7497]

Hope it went well for you bro

[@giammy0]

I hope it went well!

[@loisberger1998]

@@giammy0 rehab went great :) best thing i ever did. Thank you so much!

[@TherealFreckleGinger]

This guy doesn’t have any bad songs

[@bobjary9382]

He has a god given ability to tell the truth. Not only that he connects so we can understand his truth and the truth in ourselves

[@DanieGirl-gw7mo]

Love love

[@DanieGirl-gw7mo]

Love you lots and loads more love for dis ❤

[@AnitaMc2]

I know, right? From another freckled ginger 😊

[@yanna2006]

I used to have insomnia, now hearing this It brings back memories when I had countless sleepless nights and crying out loud to God asking him to help me go to sleep. To everyone who's going to insomnia right now, I know it's not easy but you'll get through it. I believe in each one of you.❤

[@dragounet2469]

I've never felt as much related to an artist I was feeling every single fucking word. From the deep of my heart thanks for your music man ❤️

[@thenateyoulove]

Every song hits every heart string, he manages to encapsulate just about every human emotion in such a relatable way.

[@imagomonkei]

My god, man, I'm so grateful KZbin recommended your music yesterday. Every song hits so profoundly. You're a genius.

[@julypeaaa]

Piano. Guitar. Lyrics. Superb !!! Resonating... alot. Thank you Ren...from every sensitive fiber in me 🩶

[@lanaeshonestopinion]

Ive been sober and clean almost 4 years and have had horrible insomnia since. I think of nothing and everything all at once. I wonder is its my ADHD but the drs havent told me so. Im currently awake for 26 hrs and i wish i could just sleep. Ive tried drs, medication, meditation, exercise and just forcing myself to fn lay there in the dark. None of it works. I sleep when my body lets me sleep now. Alcohol and drugs made me pass out and without those i just stay awake now. Im grateful and wouldn't trade my sobriety for anything but damn.... i wish i could sleep. Thank you Ren for all your music 🎶

[@nelcindasousa807]

"But I'm a survivor, a child of destiny".... Wauwwww!!!👌🏾👏🏾

[@iamlovingawareness2284]

This is my favorite song of yours . I’ve never been so preoccupied with the well-being of a stranger. I want peace for you so badly.

[@GregDaniel78]

This track feels like an icy blade sliding between my ribs. Its beautiful, haunting and so moving. I have felt those darkest of thoughts which Ren is subjected to but I *don't* suffer from insomnia. I cannot fathom how I would still be here if the problems we carry on our backs during our waking moments could not be addressed by truly precious sleep.

[@williambell6611]

Why do I keep listening to these tracks that make me so sad, make me cry every time. Guess I’m a masochist. You are one of a kind Ren. Thank you

[@DeJay7]

How can this artist have such a plethora of styles and ideas and be an expert in every single one? I just clicked on one of the ever decreasing number of songs from Ren I haven't heard, and somehow it more than kept up to the astronomically high standard that he is at now. What an artist.

[@i_choose_kindness]

Ween is like that, too. Minus the deep insight, I suppose, but still amazing.

[@carmeladeplacido5266]

Hi Ren, I've just found you on KZbin, your less than half my age yet you've managed to say loads of stuff in your songs that has been rushing round my head for years. You are original and unique , and you say it as it is, thank you for putting it out there, I hope you know that your words are helping others, take care of yourself, and keep doing what your doing.

[@csengem13]

This is perfectly put together. But on the other hand I’m really sorry that you have to go through this too. I have insomnia and other mental illnesses too (since I was a child) and life’s more of a struggle than something enjoyable. Music and art keeps the hope in me. So thank you for being a part of my recovery xx wishing you all the best

[@jklinders]

You probably won't see this on a 7 year old video, but my wife and I both feel like you were talking to both of us. This song describes us. Ren, you are a generational talent. Please keep touching people as you have us.

[@JenIfHerr]

Lyrics: What is it all for? I've asked myself that question so many times now It's become more worn than my Reebok classics I'm a slave to frivolous habits Of introspection with out any destination Ruminating thoughts in constant rotation Is this what it means to be conscious? To constantly question our conscious Despondently fall on my back horizontally Under my bed there are monsters They visit me when I try to sleep They're those thoughts that play on repeat They say Ren You're always gonna suffer Ren You're always gonna suffer And I boomerang between optimism and pessimism So much that my sanctuary could be a prison What blinds me could give me vision And what finds me is this indecision Of what to do with these questions Is there purpose? Is there God? And if there is God then God why? Do I feel like this God Are we not sculpted in your image? And if so do you feel that pain? Un-relinquishing pain like my brain got put under a Bunsen burner And torched until the membranes became flame I hate not sleeping I like the weekend because other people don't sleep either Mindless TV shows irritate me But they're my messiah Because I can become brain dead Wasted Lost in trails of dry saliva But I'm a survivor, a child of destiny But this night has been testing me Question the mess that's progressing undressing me Stripping me naked and stuffing the stress in me I used to use drinking as a way to stop thinking And my problems with drinking made me feel like I was sinking So I dried up my drink And then I couldn't sleep a wink And now I'm thinking, now I'm thinking Now I'm thinking, now I'm thinking about nothing Fucking nothing, and everything, and nothing I hate not sleeping So I lie here trying to count sheep And their bleating's repeating My bleeding heart it is beating And beating eaten My sleep is depleting Pleading for healing is fleeting Longing for sleepless or [?] Peak in, I weep in the sheets It's doubling doubley troubled It's ugly bleak, it's so bleak, it's so bleak And I lost my mind On a line I hate not sleeping I hate not sleeping

[@FreyjaFoxx.x]

Longing for sleep that's so deep it's peak

[@cleoniceruocco3874]

I'm not feeling alone anymore, like other 1000 and more people. Thank you for your words and your music, you're a genius.

[@seankelly298]

this is so good, such passion and true emotion

[@RenMakesMusic]

[@Gryffin1319]

@@RenMakesMusic i need friend . I haven't had good sleep ( not even 4 hours) since i was 16 . I am 20 now . People like you and me here saying fellow screamer consolation is consoling

[@QueenofPutrescence]

Ren you've done it! Silly me thinking nothing could hit me like "I remember when I remember, I remember when I lost my mind There was something so pleasant about that place Even your emotions have an echo in so much space"

[@mldkenny]

Brain Squeeze has made me revisit this track and I realized I watched it during a Ren binge so slightly missed the power of it. Hence highlighting the need to always revisit Ren's work.

[@saureeeegogo]

Somehow I just love the sentence "I hate not sleeping". Being so simple yet so so accurate. Sometimes I just lose it even tho trying to keep myself calm and end up being so mad on everything, completely everything. I hate not sleeping.

[@spritzpistol]

The song is exactly how I feel, when I don’t sleep, which is regular. My minds so darn active, bodies screaming “sleep” but my minds going “nope”, it’s MY time to work- out, you’re going to listen to me……aggh, like a parasite living off my memories, darkest moments and fears. Bless you for sharing your great music.

[@alysmarcus7747]

it's a bugger isn't it - immune disorders and insomnia; and the disorder needs more rest , but won't let you. I worked 2 jobs and went to night school to keep from being bored. When i hit 43 years old I collapsed. So then i started writing poetry and music and recording and stuff. Then - first year re-building my very old new home had an accident and a 4 bleed head injury. lost the ability to speak and write etc for a while and taught myself to do it - but i lost the key for that poetry door. now i never sleep but can't write. This is gold Ren.

[@NotSoBrown]

Hey been a fan of your new stuff. Now I am looking at all of your art. Because of Hi Ren I ended up checked into a mental health facility voluntarily. I for the first time since I was 6 am now able to sleep without nightmares and sleep each day. I was in that place for 5 days for them to make sure my insomnia and ptsd was covered along with bipolar. Never felt better. Self care and self help inspired by you. Thank you ❤

[@Ph4n_t0m]

How are you faring lately? 2 months on.. Sending you care from across the world.

[@NotSoBrown]

@@Ph4n_t0m fantastic! I got a good psychiatrist that listened to every word I said including experience with all of the wrong medications because of misdiagnoses. He gave me a fairly simple antipsychotic called SEROquel that helps calm my mind in the day as well as stabilize my reactions to situations. The best part for me is that it allows me to sleep. I don’t want to get into detail because I don’t need the pity from that. I’m just grateful I was able to find help when I needed it as well as recognize I could find the help I searched for. Much love to you and I hope the best of life’s experiences for you. Thank you for asking :)

[@kouranko]

@@NotSoBrown I'm really happy for you. Just be careful with Seroquel. Yes, it will knock you out and you'll sleep, but there are some unpleasant side effects that most people get and if you ever decide to go off it, don't do it cold turkey. You need to titrate down for a few months. I think I was on it for 11 years, but I can't really remember. Keep your dose as low as you possibly can, just enough to help you sleep and probably the rest of the mood dysregulation had heaps to do with not sleeping. And that could have been many things that I hope you're psychiatrist helps you get to the root of, and not just give you pills and that's the end of the fix. Sleeping naturally came to me briefly last year for about a month, almost, it was so nice. But then I found more stress and anxiety crept in and now for some reason I'm worse than ever and pills aren't even working. Plus just been put on dex not sure if it's keeping me awake.... but it helps me get focused and calmer, sorta. But not until late in the day then I want to work until all hours. I don't want to be negative, I just want you to be ok. Be careful. All the best

[@zed4225]

Your amazing, I don't know you or your road, but i've been on similar dark roads. So proud of you, sending you all the love and hugs. You got this.

[@NotSoBrown]

@@zed4225 right back at ya

[@kelly420s]

Thank you so much for helping me trough the night. This song and you as a person absolutely don't get the appreciation that you deserve. Your songs are absolutely masterpieces ♥️ I don't know how many times I've listened to this the past few years I didn't used to comment on things because I thought famous people wouldn't read it anyway but you are just a person, and if everyone was thinking like me no one would show appreciation. I have an autistic friend ( I'm also autistic myself) and i let him listen to your music and it's the only time I have seen him cry. You really touch people I really hope you are doing well and I am really looking forward to your new song. Hope my English is understandable 🙏🏻

[@adrienne1958l]

Sleep is the thing I once took for granted.

[@teejayw61]

Insomnia for me is existential sadness. It's the realisation that I exist in a reality surrounded by beings who cannot receive my heart felt message of love and truth which gives life meaning We live in a shared reality fractured by individual perspectives All we have to do is listen Your lyrics ren, speak straight to the soul ❤️ More power to you

[@Alvitfr]

Probably found this video 5 years too late, but Gosh, you do describe insomnia just right. This song is a perfect representation of my thoughts when it is 5am and I already haven't slept for 2 days in a row. Need to show it to my therapist, because I couldn't describe it better

[@NathanSantosNomad]

Bro what, is this? How have I never heard of you before? Blind Eyed (live) just poped up in my recomended. Your wordplay immaculate, lyricism sincere and flow is so smooth. Forever will be a fan Keep it up =)

[@coffeez_1331]

So glad you've put this up on KZbin, found it a while back on your Facebook page and loved it. Reminds me of early Tyler Joseph solo stuff. So relatable and meaningful lyrics. I've sat up so many nights with the sun coming up thinking about meaningless crap and eating myself up in my head and just want to detach from it, love this kinda music to vibe off and feel that relation to. It's a shit place to be, but there's comfort knowing other people are there too. Love how you touch on if God is real and we are skulpted in his image then does he also feel this way. I hope you keep finding success and growing as an artist, you're a truly amazing musician and person and deserve the recognition for your work. Hope to hear more music from you soon! Also hope you're climbing your way back up out of that pit bud, your own head can be a dark place, know your music helps and relates to other people too. Nobody is alone in this. (:

[@OneLukeShow]

Man I completely agree with the comparison to Tyler Joseph's early solo stuff like 'No Phun Intended'. It's definitely comforting knowing that other people are going through the same battles as you. I discovered Ren busking in Brighton when I went down there to visit friends and I was blown away by his performance, technical ability and unique style. I've been following his rise on social media and he's got so much potential to make it in the industry if he just sticks at it, continues using music as a therapeutic creative outlet and stays true to himself.

[@OneLukeShow]

Also listen to George The Poet's EP 'The Chicken & The Egg'. Very similar spoken word style rapping.

[@shaner.7184]

Best description I've heard... whatever keeps you awake at night. Love your flow soooo much

[@sublimeking9517]

Just found your music after hi Ren broke the internet and was constantly on my feed and I’m so glad i clicked on it. I love your music and some of your songs are just hitting so hard, this one, depression, dear god to name a few

[@234dream_big]

Is this what it means to be conscious to constantly question our concsious? He is genius

[@SylviaPlathInTheETHER4933]

Feeling every word of this down to my bones... so much love for you Ren ( and all of you here... 🕊)

[@zed4225]

Back atcha fellow RENegade, keep on keeping on💪🏻

[@SylviaPlathInTheETHER4933]

@@zed4225 🤍

[@nondetection8882]

2:04 The guitar part at the end is just great. This whole song is a vibe, I did not suffer from serious insomnia, just mild stuff for a limited period, but this is also like a story or someone explaining a scene from a movie, no need to experience it to love this one. I can easily picture a great movie that starts with this in my head (like this is the intro for example, and then we go back and explain the story coming to this point).

[@jenniferpiper4293]

This song speaks to me so deeply. Have not so many of God's children begged the same questions? I also battle insomnia, I hate not sleeping. Thanks for this song, for sharing it with the world. I can't get it enough of it. Thank you Ren. The bleatings repeating, thank you Ren.

[@lilyphillips8090]

Been listening to this every night I can't sleep....you are a star Ren. Dear I say it, a knight in shining armor. I didn't realize how much I needed your music and your bubbly self in my life. You're blessed with an amazing talent and you use it to help others, your amazing Ren. ❤️

[@harrystilgoe6062]

Being someone who deals with anxiety depression and insomnia this song has a huge impact, keep doing you dude !!

[@creaturesofmars9940]

That part about if there’s a god why, that shit hit man....

[@toadthemushroomking8627]

This man is a musical genius

[@j.5222]

Awake at 4am (again), and I'm finding this resonate incredibly despite it being the first time hearing it. Stunning song, ta for sharing.

[@devinsmith5926]

I haven't cried this much in months...😭💚

[@icfemales123]

This is an unbelievable talent, you have an incredible way of perfectly balancing shit times and musical wizardary. I don't think I've ever even commented on anything, I find it a bit cringey. But telling you this is deserved. Especially when I'm sat up in bed and have been all night, with insomnia. Keep going lad

[@zed4225]

Some things are worth cringing about. I'm singing this young man from the rooftops. World needs more Ren's.

[@edgarortiz7321]

Thank you ren I’ve never been able to talk about my feelings or state of mind not even when I was a kid. Listening to your music gives me a sense of relief it’s almost like you know what’s in me and bring it out to be heard. I know that may not be true but just some feeling but truly thank you ren.

[@Snowy-boo]

I've listened to a lot of your songs, but I think this is my favourite. It clicks with me on another level. The desperation, the suffering. It fits, and it makes me want to scream, but instead, I listen.

[@thenateyoulove]

This is 100%, its unoquvically, exactly how I feel about my own life. The alcoholism, the suffering, never sleeping. Sweet dreams, Ren. ❤

[@chantellestrott1432]

I'm on the spectrum, people always told me I'm smart but I dont apply myself. I was too busy trying to understand god and quantum mechnics trying to apply my opinion to religion and science. I used to cry when I was 12 laying in bed from 8 pm till 430am, I knew I shouldn't move. I didn't want to bring my suffering on others in the group home so I cried as quiet as I could after hours of being trapped in my MInd. and I couldn't understand why I couldn't sleep. I even tried to cross breed animals like a dragon and a fish to try to sleep and picture it. This song really touches me thank u ren ur a Gift

[@wellnessbeatsreacts]

Damn this just wrecked me, I feel this so hard. I'm not going to go into all the reasons why. I've shared why on other comments. This song is a favorite, but for a different reason. I'm so very sorry that you went through this, I'm sorry to everyone that goes through any type of pain like this. It's a very lonely feeling

[@jennifermathers7565]

I've watched your songs on a playlist so many times now and just enjoyed cycling through each track and surrendering to the roller coaster of emotions. As it automatically loads the next song I hadn't realised that I'd not "liked" so many of them despite LOVING them, so now I'm going through making sure that i do hit that like! Thank you for keeping me company during another night of insomnia ❤

[@kylewilkinson-lq6ob]

this song claims apart of my soul, still four years later

[@shhmaya]

Depression and this one hit me almost physically. It's so... exact. i hate not sleeping. i like the weekends cause other people aren't sleeping either. "you're always gonna suffer". that fing voice. i'm thinking about nothing. fing nothing. and everthing" is sad to know other people go through what you do, but it makes it less lonely. thank you everyone for fighting, may you have a day worth remembering

[@JohnnyTurner-pp3nv]

Love it my brother. Keep your head up and things will get better for you Ren. I think that I speak for all of us when I say we love you and your music My brother keep them coming, looking forward to seeing more of you 🌹

[@94ccf]

I've struggled with insomnia for years. This song encapsulates just how frustrating and miserable it is.

[@jacquelinesharp6022]

I am an insomniac and i so feel what you are saying, pain and no sleep, continuous. You are a genius love your music the words resonate so much and i am a 62 year old, keep being you.

[@ognjenvranjes8188]

You have no idea how happy I am that I found your music. It's like you are turning my thoughts into art. Thank you, Ren. I also purchased Freckled Angels because it's for such a good cause. You're building an audience and instead of earning money of it, you are doing something good for other people. I am speechless, Ren. You are a beatiful person. Thank you.

[@jameskelly3764]

Ren is so talented..his music helps

[@hallucinogen22]

These songs just make me want to give you a big hug 💕 I remember when I used to feel this way but the way you expressed it all is so beautiful!

[@alexiaspaedt-mcintosh5311]

Damn this song I feel so hard with chronic pain and insomnia. I am so heartbroken it took me this long to find you but now that I have I am so grateful!

[@BillyVatcher]

That is more than a song. I’d love to say it’s one of my favorites but REN’s songs are all so good. Still this song is powerful.

[@Deedor]

Oh Ren , you're wonderful ❤

[@emmaleighjohnson9321]

I've never listened to something that sums up what creating really means so perfectly? This is such a beautiful clash of spoken word and composition and I honestly don't think I've ever found an artist so honest and raw that they gave me so many goosebumps... just... speechless, amazing. Please keep showing us your thoughts, they're beautiful

[@zak2789]

No words can explain the bliss & contentment I feel right now listening to this. Thank you.

[@bevjohnson8874]

Just you is all I need say Thankyou lyrics poetry raw unspoken truth mind and thankyou for shareing your talent words that hit home

[@SurelyLocksHolme]

Omg 😱🤯. I’m blown away with this song! I’m somewhat new to discovering this music and channel but so so glad I did!! A bunch of the songs have been in my mind repeating 😂. This is the 1st time I’ve heard this song and I wasn’t expecting that 😆. Good stuff 🥹.

[@SuperLilRaptor]

Your ability to create and deliver such beautiful and relatable music whilst being burdened with insomnia is inspiring. Thank you for sharing your talents with all of us. You're amazing and you give so much of yourself to your fans💕

[@christinacorona8372]

I’m currently in my 6th month of a 12 month chemo plan. I haven’t slept very much and as I lay there so many thoughts run through my mind. I appreciate you putting words to how so many of us feel. Thank you!!!

[@jorgeechevarria215]

I freaking love this one. I feel this. Great job 🔥🔥🔥🙏🙏🙏😎😎😎👍👍👍

[@erichburger1935]

Man, I've been picking out a new Ren track to check out every night. Ren man, you just don't disappoint!

[@eyeamvirg]

One of my favorite lines Of Mine, Blinded by the options , and lack of opposition, Just stay askin What's been missing

[@mackenziemcclue9746]

This song touches me in so many ways. Your music is honestly just amazing and can help so many people through so many things. Never change and just keep creating amazing music like this!

[@susiejo143]

Oh my...breaking my heart🥺

[@cr2614]

This song perfectly explains what I could not/can not.

[@theamazingtif]

Good God man! How do you know the words that are in my head? Song after song you give a voice to all those thoughts. I know this song is a few years old but JFC this is exactly what we need.

[@mikeconnors8360]

Very interesting and creative how you turn your difficulties witch we all have into artwork 👍🤜✌

[@QuentinPink]

This song is about insomnia, but it applies to any chronic health issue. For all of you that suffer quietly and soldier on, I salute you. True strength fighting the struggles that people never see.

[@bennysea5278]

Its 5am I cant sleep usual shit ... Just looking further into Ren tracks found this one ... wow relate to this one hard.. TY for sharing your music bro

[@karenm1919]

Im just speechless.. how he hits every feeling and thought i have.. down to counting sheep i am just truly blessed i found you..

[@theeguy9022]

Gets to a point where it's harder to close my eyes than keep them open

[@matthewmcfarland7595]

I love your music ren. I should have discovered it years ago. I have been listening to it nonstop and it's inspired me to start writing again myself

[@delilahredbull2792]

I love ren so much. Ive never heard music so true and honest. Thank you ren for making music.

[@conniestuart6840]

Wow that was amazing and thank you for putting how you feel online that takes a lot and it lets people know that they aren't alone with their thoughts, feelings and others are the same. You're really inspiring Ren and keep on continuing to put yourself into your passion because it's truly the best music I've ever heard, I literally have you on at least 80% of day and you're my favourite artist. Wish you all the best in life

[@joeydaley]

These words stick in my head the way he puts the rhythm to the speech it's awesome

[@21pilotstillidie58]

I hate not sleeping so i sit here listening to Ren to try calm these frayed nerves

[@2mono7]

I always listen to ren music before I go to bed too

[@amorki5663]

Thank you for your existence and for your music love you 💙

[@k9officerft434]

The guitar and lyrics in this song go so damn well

[@DogDocKat]

I am amazed how you, in so many of your songs, manage to summarize my feelings so eloquently. I have never connected so deeply to another artist. Keep up the great work. You are so talented and deserve all the best in life ❤❤❤

[@williamalexander7481]

I have insomnia as well. This is a beautiful and honest way to describe it.

[@dennisrowan1704]

Fellow neurological lyme insomniac bouts sufferer here.. you turning insomnia into art is amazing Ren!!! Thank you. I found that exercise and crying helps me sleep a bit more....

[@B.Gillmeister]

All i am going to say is this bloke is talented, a true poet and lyrical genius.

[@sherececocco]

Suffering and Joy are equal